Life does not last forever. However, we do not know when we will have to say goodbye to this world. Perhaps the person sitting next to you right now may not be in this world tomorrow... Let's talk about the things that I regret the most. While I was writing this blog, my grandfather passed away in Japan. It was a sudden incident that made it feel like my brain was shutting down. The first thing that I came to my mind after I heard about my grandfather was that I could not say "Thank you" or "Sorry" to my grandfather anymore. After you finish reading my blog, I want you to express your love to the important people in your life as soon as possible because you do not know when you might lose them. No one has any knowledge of the future. I was proud of my grandpa who was a really smart and charismatic person. When I was in elementary school I often brought mathematics textbooks to my grandpa's house and we would solve problems together. Thanks to that, my elementary school grades are always high, and my grandpa said that he was really proud of me. However, I eventually stopped bringing math textbooks or any school books to him and we stopped studying together. This was because I wanted to improve myself without leaning on his support. I also wanted him to be even prouder of me than before. Over time, I became a junior high school student, and I had to learn all new things in an unknown place called Japan. He tried to do as much to support me and my education as he could. I refused his help because I thought that he would think more of me if I overcame this situation by myself. But, no matter how many times I refused, he kept contacting me to offer his assistance. That kindness was an obstacle to me... I began to ignore him and maintained only the minimum necessary contact. Even when I decided to go to Canada as a high school student, he said "Please contact me at anytime. I am always by your side." To be honest, I wanted to apologize to him at that time, but I did not do that. It was because I thought that I could say it anytime. However, it was foolish of me to think that since now it is impossible.
My lesson for you: ・You should say "Thank you" or "Sorry" every day to your important people. ・If you fall into the same situation as me, then talk to someone as much as you can and convey your feelings (cry a lot). ・Read like these pages and feel better ↓ https://pairedlife.com/problems/How-to-Say-Sorry-Wife-Husband-Girlfriend-Boyfriend-Spouse , ・After losing someone who is important to you, listen to music that you can sympathize with. Here are my recommendations. Both songs have English subtitles, don't worry ;) → https://youtu.be/-vTDl63EERM , https://youtu.be/Y6EynWGGNDI Kai I
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eric
2/25/2019 10:38:05 am
This blog is a very emotional story. I am sorry to hear your grandfather past away. I think you're right. Don't wait until the end and regret forever, do it now.
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emily
2/25/2019 10:39:02 am
oh my goodness wow, i am so sorry for your loss:( i totally know how it feels as i have experienced something similar with my grandfather as well. it is a great challenge dealing with a loss when all you wish you could do is say thank you or i love you, and that is something i regret not saying as well. thank you for opening up and sharing this, as i can relate and i understand how important it is to say things when you get the chance because you're right you're never positive on when the next time you'll be able to is
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Jack
2/25/2019 10:41:59 am
My Grandpa was a big supporter of mine as well and I would say i never showed my appreciation enough towards him.
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Christina
2/25/2019 10:42:22 am
I am so sorry for your loss! I know how it feels to lose someone as I lost someone important to me a few years ago. I can't imagine what you must be going through right now.
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Martin Gao
2/25/2019 10:44:26 am
A quote i remembered from a book that I have read 2-3 years ago in China, I couldn't bring up the name of the book but the quote was deeply carved in my mind. It basic says one terrible mistake that almost everyone on earth will make is giving your worst attitude to your closest person.
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Georgia
2/25/2019 10:48:11 am
I can understand what you're going through and I liked your message. My grandfather passed away over a year ago but I always look back and regret not talking to him more. He lived in England so it was hard to contact him but I could have made more of an effort. I enjoyed reading this blog, thanks for sharing
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Anna Robinson
2/25/2019 10:49:09 am
I love this blog! The way you incorporated your experience with your grandpa really touched my heart. Your first sentence really hit me hard too. Life does not last forever, so I should just start living.
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Janeva
2/25/2019 10:55:55 am
I am sorry to hear about your grandpa :( I get how tough it is to lose someone who has been your number one supporter. I lost my great grandpa a couple years ago; he used to literally call me "number one." He lived ten minutes away from me, yet I barely saw in twice in a month. I wish I could spend more time with him.
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