Michaeline: Death in the Family

Mourning sampler with a man and woman under a weeping willow tree; other flowers.

Mourning sampler; 1838. (Image via Wikimedia Commons)

My father-in-law passed away this morning. He had aspirational pneumonia, not coronavirus, or so they think. I’m re-running a piece I wrote at the end of 2016. It’s a bit morbid, a bit hopeful. They say the Covid-19 mortality rate is running around 1 percent; if we each know about 300 people, that means all of us may know one or two people who die from that alone this year. I hope this doesn’t hit too close to home — please practice self-care if you want to continue reading.

https://eightladieswriting.com/2016/11/19/michaeline-the-japanese-coffin-experience/

Stay safe, all, and let your loved ones know you love them.

8 thoughts on “Michaeline: Death in the Family”

Oh, I’m so sorry. Sending you and your family love and positive thoughts.

So sorry to hear your news, Michaeline. Condolences and love to you and your family.

I’m so sorry for your loss, MIchaeline. Prayers for you and your family.

Michaeline, I’m so sorry for your loss. My best wishes to you and your family. That’s a wonderful story about the coffin experience that you referenced. It’s a reminder to us all to be kind to ourselves and each other while making the most of the time we have.

I’m so sorry, Micki. Sending you and your family peace, comfort, and love.

I’m so sorry for you loss. I’m sending thoughts and prayers to you and yours.

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Thank you all for your thoughts and condolences. It means a lot during this time, and even more appreciated is your patience while I work through things. Thanks!