Melissa, People weave their way through this world, through your life, & when They leave… They leave a hole in your heart, Through no fault of their own, a hole that won’t heal, & pain that won’t go away. You two had a wonderful thing, a long time together, and it will be painful for a long time. You will always have that hole in your heart. In time you will find a place to put that pain, in time you’ll find a way to deal. You’re a strong beautiful creative soul, he would want you to go on… Your beautiful home that the you two have created will always hold a piece of him. Cherish that. Your wonderful family you have created will help to make you strong. Take it one day at a time, I wish I lived closer, not that there is anything I could do to make this any better… But my friend I always felt a strong bond with you. I am so sad and sorry for your loss, your love story is beautiful and you will always have that, that is something that a lot of people will never have. But at the same time life is so unfair. The two of you deserved more time together.