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.