January 26, 2026
Always Remembered
“Our dead are never dead to us until we have forgotten them.” — George Eliot
Grief keeps loved ones alive in our hearts and minds. The memory of a lost child lives in every thought and every quiet moment. A grieving parent carries a lifetime of moments shared and love given. Remembering a child means holding onto a part of them every day. Forgetting feels impossible because love does not fade. Memories become the threads that keep a child present in life’s unfolding story.
Keeping memories alive can bring comfort and pain at once. The stories, the laughter, and even the tears become sacred treasures. A grieving heart learns to speak to those memories in quiet places. The presence of a lost child lingers in small rituals and familiar spaces. Grief is not about forgetting but about finding new ways to remember. Remembrance turns loss into a lasting bond that time cannot sever. Every memory is a bridge connecting past love with present life.
Forgetting a loved one means losing a part of ourselves. Grieving parents often feel their child’s presence in dreams, objects, or sudden thoughts. These moments remind us that love transcends death’s finality. A child’s spirit remains part of family stories and everyday reflections. Honoring memories invites healing without erasing the pain. The act of remembrance becomes a sacred ritual of love and resilience. Memories keep the flame of love burning through the darkest times.
Thought for today: Honor your memories as gifts. Let remembrance be a source of strength and love.

On August 16, 2017, my son, Anthony James Cristello, took his own life at the age of 35. That day, I joined a worldwide club no one ever asks to be part of.
Thank you for letting me share my experience, strength, and hope with you. I only ask this: believe that I believe—hope is possible.
Bob
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