Linda was married to Scott for 35 years and it was a rocky marriage. They got accustomed to living as roommates and were close to throwing in the towel when Scott got diagnosed with cancer. They spent a year working on all the pain their relationship had and it became a year of healing where they both forgave each other. Even though it was a very horrible year, Linda is so grateful because it brought them closer together. She shares her grief journey.
Key Takeaways:
● Sometimes a terminal diagnosis can bring people together or tear people apart.
● Linda shares her story about how she met her husband, Scott.
● Scott suffered from depression all of his life. When it came time to retire, his depression got worse.
● Linda and Scott had gotten accustomed to living as roommates. Linda was sad and done. She was ready to divorce.
● However, Scott didn't want her to go and was willing to reshape their lives so that they could live a better life. The following summer he was diagnosed with cancer.
● All those years, Scott didn't wear his wedding band, but when he was faced with this, he wanted to put it back on again.
● It was a year of healing the relationship. They both forgave each other.
● Scott was so afraid to leave Linda behind.
● Scott had so much regret about all the years lost in the marriage. He apologized to Linda for 'blowing it'.
● Linda remembers when she was completely alone after Scott passed. She asked, 'Now what?'
● Linda trusts God and has told herself she is going to be thankful and open to new paths.
● Linda feels so blessed.
● Linda was able to find a very supportive group at her church to help her through after Scott's passing. Linda's soul is filled with gratitude.
