Quote by Augusten Burroughs

This is what you should know about losing someone you love. They do not travel alone. You go with them.


This is what you should know about losing someone you love.

Summary

This quote highlights the emotional and profound impact of losing someone you love. It suggests that the experience of loss is not confined solely to the departed individual, but rather extends to the person grieving as well. It implies that when someone we cherish passes away, a part of us also goes with them. The quote speaks to the enduring link and deep connection between the departed and the one left behind, underscoring the shared journey of grief and how it forever influences the person who experienced it.

By Augusten Burroughs
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