I had a twin brother die at birth - Has that affected me?
357368
Well.. I think you would know better than anyone.. However I think many times that "missing" feeling is lack of a spiritual connection to your source. I am not referring to this in a religious aspect, because your source can be any God you want. \n\nMy answer to you is:  Meditate and find out.
762093
I don't know the statistics, but I have a brother and sister who were born on the same day 2 years apart.\n\nCome to think of it, I have a brother and a nephew born on the same day many many years apart.
821898
Yes-I was 10,and my brother (who was 12) and my mother all saw a man materialize at her office when we stopped by on a Saturday so she could pick up some paperwork. We were the only ones there-and we saw him fade away. It turned out,prior to my mother working there,a man had died of a heart attack at his desk.
464068
I saw my brother last year for the first time in 19 years.  I love him but his problems were my problems and I left the state and moved down south away from all my family so I could start a new life. I miss him every day.  That's kind of sad...)(
824721
Yes. When my infant son was sick he had a certain odor about him that I could not do anything about. When he passed away, I could "smell" him on at least 3 occasions. I then told him I was OK and that he can go to the Father. Ever since I said that to him I have not smelled that scent. I brought this up to my husband and he said he noticed it a couple of times too.
190624
Yes and yes.  On more than one occasion I have either seen, heard, or felt the spirit of someone who had passed.  A little boy use to visit me at regular intervals.  He would stand next to my bed until I would sense him and open my eyes.  He would smile, then disappear.  I haven't seen him since my second son has been born.  We smell smoke every time my wife's grandfather is near.  In our old house, there were cold spots that moved around the house.  Our cats would move around the spots like they were trying to avoid running into someone.  I watched two surgeries being preformed on myself and was even able to give details and repeat parts of conversations and actions of the doctors and nurses.
498124
I have been thru the same thing,,Remember the good times & hold those memories in your heart forever. Be happy that this person was in your life & remember the love you shared.Spend alot of time with those close to you.What kept me strong was being strong for my mother when my brother parished.Be there for someone that needs you.Its been 4 years,,the shock will never go away. Take care of yourself,,pamper yourself,,get alot of rest but stay active in your daily life.And remember we are all a part of the bigger picture.We will meet those again who have passed on to another level. I care.
122061
My father died when I was 23 years old.  I had not seen him since I was 7 years old, when he was being hauled off to jail.  He then was in prison until I was 20 years old.  At 20, I then contacted him and wanted to get to know him.  I left the ball in his court, and that is where it stayed.  When I found out that my dad died, I laughed and thought no big deal, I hadn't seen the man in 16 years.  I chose to go to the funeral and see if he ever talked about me or if anyone knew about me, (I have 7 siblings).  Sure enough everyone at the funeral knew of my 7 siblings and the other one but no one could remember my name.  Ironically, I have the same name as my dad.  I blew it off as if it was no big deal.  Two days after the funeral, it hit me.  I cried and was very depressed.  I later found out the reason that my father didn't want anything to do with me because I was close to my mother (I am the youngest daughter).  I also found out that my mother was the reason that my father and I did not keep contact.  \nSo back to the question.  I think my father's death has made me grow up.  I have come to the realization that my mother is not an angel.  I can not fathom why a mother would try to keep a child's father from her children.  My daughter's father and I do not get along at all.  But nothing in the world would make me keep him from seeing out daughter.  The rejection that I felt, the anger that I felt, and the loniness that I felt taught me that parents (no matter how bad) need to be involved with their children's life.
869211
yes, my dad died at home with all of us with him. it is horrible to know that every second that goes by, is a second closer to losing someone you love, forever.
1178342
This is just one small part of your life.\nNow, my brothers live in different cities.\nOne parent has died.\n\nLet bad times past and look forward to the good times.\nYou are so young and sweet. Enjoy it all. Don't let anything bad get in the way of your happiness. It can be under your control!
1137993
My spouse of 12 years died Jan 05..and I feel like a major part of my world died with him. The old saying time heals all wounds has some merit, to a point. I still have days when the grief is all consuming, and other days things are fine. I still have small kids that need me, otherwise I often wonder if I'd have the desire or need to carry on alone.
725861
Yeah I had an older sister that died in infancy before i was born , i sometimes wonder what it would be like if she was around.
136626
Although divorced now, when I was married we just had our first child. Shortly thereafter, my father-in-law was diagnosed with terminal cancer. He stuck it out with us for two years. As his time approached, everyone knew and my wife (at the time) gathered with her brother and mother at his bedside. I stayed home with our son. That night at about 11:30 he passed. About 1:00 am that morning, I awoke to hear our little son talking in his room. This went on for about 20 minutes. Then quiet. I fell back to sleep, and upon awakening in the morning went to get my son. When I did, I asked him about his talking last night. He said yes, he was talking to Pa pa. I cringed and said what! He repeated, he was talking to Papa. I said where was Papa. He pointed to the window in his room! I was in a cold sweat, and didn’t know what to say!\nSuffices to say, from that point on, I believe there is more death than we can know!\nThis is a true event!
725661
The worst thing in the world is to lose a child and I am very sorry for your loss and your parents loss.  \n\nIt is going to take time for your parents to heal but they will never get over your brother's death, however you can do some things to make it easier for them to function.  \n\nYou can be kind and try to help out at home and listen to them when they want to talk.  Do you have siblings besides you brother?  \n\nYou need to keep your parents involved in your life and try to strive for excellence in all you do to make them proud.
208648
Not until recently. I was in my basement painting a room, I glanced over in the corner and saw my brother who has been dead for 15 years. I turned away and looked again and he was gone. I ran upstairs and my wife asked what was wrong with me. She said I was pale white and just told her that I had saw my brother. I have been thinking about him alot because the anniversary of his death is coming up. My wife told me that is why I thought I saw him. I am quite certain that that was him. He died suddenly and we were unable to say goodbye, so I think he is back to just say good-bye...either that or I am way wigged out on drugs..which I am not.
624630
Firstly sorry to hear your daughter died. My sister Kirsten was stillborn at 36 weeks,9 yrs ago. Mum had her with her for 4 days in the hospital room. She took photos, named her and had a time to grieve. Te night before the funeral she went to the funeral home. The following day she went there to dress her. Due to her little body being kept at colder temperatures. Her little face when she kissed her was much firmer than she was the day before which I know Mum found hard. Perhaps the funeral director was wanting to protect you from this memory. I am not an expert I just know it is hard, as our  memories are all we have of those we love , once they die.
901064
I'm sorry for your losses. I have a similar story but on a longer time scale...since my graduation from college party in May 2005, 3 people who attended have passed away. My mom's best friend, my best friend and yesterday my grandpa.  I'm not sure why things happen like that but after talking to people at work they all have similar stories. I think it's just how life happens and no sense can be made of it. \nNot to mention my grandma, best friend and grandpa all  passed in November 2001, 2005 and now 2006. (It's a tough month)\n\nIf it weren't for the bitter the sweet wouldn't be so sweet.\n\nBest of luck to you.