"This December seemed no different except that my husband and I decided to escape the gray, wintry weather for a week in the Caribbean where I was unexpectedly struck by a wave of grief that forced me to confront one of the most critical questions I could ever ask myself: What is most important to me?"
"On the second day of our vacation, I learned from my cousin that my aunt was now under hospice care and that if I wanted to send my love and support via voice message, they would play it for her."
"I shared the news with my husband while struggling for tiny sips of air. I rushed to collect myself enough to send the voice message. My aunt died two days later."
"Sudden loss can highlight life's fragility and the urgency to connect with loved ones. Embracing life's brevity can prompt deeper connections and gratitude."
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