Yes, Daniel. I can appreciate that you wish you’d had more time with your beloved. I wish you had, too! Maybe it’ll help to think about those of us who have never experienced that kind of love at all. Perhaps that perspective will help you focus on the blessing of having had such a beautiful marriage instead of lamenting its brevity.

Life was cruel to Gabrielle with her health, and to you for taking her too soon. Both of you should have been allowed to enjoy a long and happy, healthy life together.

But better 9 years than none, I suppose, right?

I’d give anything to have a taste of that kind of love. ❤️