In my own family, we have two funerals this weekend with the loss of an Uncle and a first cousin both with beautiful families who will be missing them this close to Christmas.
In Samoa, I am aware of the 75+ families of those (especially the young) who died through the measles epidemic in Samoa.
This Christmas will be a difficult time for many families in experiencing the loss of so many little ones in their untimely deaths.
In times like these, it is important to be mindful of their needs and to allow them space to mourn and grieve during this festive season.
And in a sense remembering that it is a space that we never quite feel comfortable to talk about and yet it is the only appointment that we will all experience at some time, so that if at all possible, it is important to take the time to speak about it with loved ones where possible.
So please give some thought to those around us who might want to take some time out, or who need to be alone or may not want to spread Christmas cheer all around as we all mourn and express our experience of grief in many different ways.
Our love and prayers go out to all our grieving families. May God's quiet presence and and ever-abiding love bring comfort and solace in this difficult time. And may His rainbow remind us of the days we did get to spend together rather than those that are lost. God's blessings be with you all...
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