From WE to ME: A Journey of Loss and Love

How the bond of ‘WE’ shaped a lifetime—and how ‘ME’ carries it forward.

The “WE” we once were is no more; now, I stand as “ME”. It’s become clear why my world feels lopsided without Brenda. It’s because “ME” is “WE” upside down.

We created an unspoken pact. Innately, we knew that our union would last a lifetime. No matter the trials and tribulations we encountered together, we continuously supported one another.

How could we know a lifetime would only be 67 years? She didn’t want to leave, and I didn’t want her to leave, but other forces were at play and we had no choice but to let each other go on October 12, 2022.

Now I walk our path alone. Without the first person I ever loved, my best friend, my confidante, my twin sister. Without Brenda.

I do feel blessed though and fortunate to have had those 67 years with her! How lucky am I?

A friend sent me this note: “Brenda would want you to be mind-blowingly, joyfully, exceptionally happy. She would want you to be here on this planet, happy and gulping up life for both of you.”

So off I go…to do my utmost to gulp up life!!!

ME

xoxoxoxo