Yes, isn't it odd how we sort of put on rose-colored glasses sometimes after folks pass on? They "could do no wrong," yet we really know better than that. :)
I am definitely guilty of taking things for granted in this life, and not appreciating them as much as I should. Makes us feel that much more guilty when our dear ones pass on. But I know they wouldn't want us to feel guilty, since they are so happy and so loved on the Other Side. They want us to share in their happiness and joy. :)
I guess since I've lost a number of family members over the years, I've begun to appreciate the good things more in my life, at least I hope I have. There are "no guarantees" in this life, for certain!
