Hello @freecompliments, that's right, the pain for the loss of a parent is a form of suffering with which we learn to live, no matter how many years pass you can not overcome such a great loss, the pain is there and when we least expect it appears, a scent, a color, a phrase reminds us of the loved one and as you mention the suffering manifests itself in small or large waves, Christmas is one of those times that brings greater memories of my father; thank you for your visit and beautiful words.

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