Missing

Tomorrow I will graduate law school. I will be walking across the stage in full academic regalia looking out at the audience and seeing my friends and family. They are so proud. You won't be there though. This triumph, made in part by your kindness, is what ultimately left you to part. It's strange to think that my life goes on without you even though at times I am still so angry and hurt by your parting. I feel as if you should be there as you've always been supporting me. Was law school even worth it? I lost you. I lost Lucy. How can this honor make up for the sacrifice that was made? I wish you were there.