The Empty Chair…
Most of us have seen it throughout our lives. You could say the empty chair is symbolic. It means different things to different people. For some, it is just a place to sit. For others – it may seem unattractive – utilitarian. After all – it’s just a chair.
Or is it?
For me – sitting in a quiet doctor’s office waiting room staring at an empty chair is symbolic of loss.
We’re all feeling loss to different degrees these days. We’re feeling the empty chair because it is symbolic of those who were once in our lives who are gone now. Some I think of daily. Others come to mind from time to time.
How about you?
Who are you missing the most this morning?
When we were so very young, losing those near and dear to us seemed way off in the future. Our parents. Our friends. Unthinkable to think of them not being here. One day, you wake up and you are 67. Not only are a lot of friends and family gone – so is a lifetime.
Time lost…
However, as this chapter in your life unfolds, consider this. You’re still very much alive. Alive to feel, think, experience, and love others. There are those who cannot say that anymore.
Fill your days with gratitude…grateful to still be living.
When you’re feeling like all has been lost, know all will be well no matter what.
Boomer Journey... 
Yes, I understand, my sister died at 40 my brother died at 27, I had to identify him after his fatal crash. My cousins are dying off, I have one left. I have a sister who almost died, but is now getting better, she’s 70. I need to spend some time in person with her again…1800 miles away. My daughter is 28, I’ll be seeing her in a month or two. I’m stuck in Florida by myself, but grateful to still be working.
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I do understand Eric. It is very hard, but inevitable. You are surrounded by friends Eric. Steward Manor Society…
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