we all do that: wish for just one more moment, think that there surely must have been something we did (or missed doing) that could have assured that moment.
At the end of the day, we are only beating ourselves up for no good reason. You did the very best you could for someone you love. That is all any of us can do.
Remember Frodo, who thought he failed? He never did. And neither, my friend, did you. We all could be better, braver, stronger, etc. etc....and etc.
But that is not what is required. What is required is that we, with true hearts, try our hardest. That is what you did. And your Saki knew that. She rested her soul as readily as her head in your protection.
I can't tell you not to grieve. You should. But please don't twine it with guilt, for that should not be your burden.
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Date: 2015-10-07 12:03 am (UTC)At the end of the day, we are only beating ourselves up for no good reason. You did the very best you could for someone you love. That is all any of us can do.
Remember Frodo, who thought he failed? He never did. And neither, my friend, did you. We all could be better, braver, stronger, etc. etc....and etc.
But that is not what is required. What is required is that we, with true hearts, try our hardest. That is what you did. And your Saki knew that. She rested her soul as readily as her head in your protection.
I can't tell you not to grieve. You should. But please don't twine it with guilt, for that should not be your burden.
Be at peace. Saki would wish it so.