Hi Dave,

You will always be committed to your loved one, and you will always feel sadness at the sudden change in your relationship. Don't feel you need to "go on" or "get on with your life." Allow your grieving process to go on as it naturally will.

Dave, your partner hasn't left you. He's only stepped out and has walked a few paces from you. There, you can't easily communicate, but you can communicate. He's always available to you, just a thought away. You can't sit across from each other talking over breakfaste, but you can enjoy communication.

Most important, realize that you now have a different relationship, and it's for only a short time in eternity. Take time to quiet yourself and talk with him. Listen quietly, openly for his response. You'll receive it in feelings, especially love, and occasionally, you might even receive it in words that come into your mind.

You'll see other signs. For some reason, those on the other side can manipulate things in the environment at times. You may see a particular kind of bird or hear a song played repeatedly that you both knew. Watch for these signs.

Let your relationship grow, just as it did when you first met him. It takes time. You have to adjust to the new circumstances, but it will happen. You will be able to enjoy this fully if you're completely open to anything that happens and don't fill yourself with expectations for what you want to happen.

Love and peace, Craig