Luke Russert Speaks About His Father on 'Today'
This morning, Luke Russert made an appearance on NBC's Today where he spoke to Matt Lauer and Meredith Viera about his late father, Tim Russert, who passed away of a heart attack on Friday afternoon.
The segment began with a moving photograph, taken by the Associated Press on Sunday morning, which captured Luke standing in the Meet the Press studio in Washington D.C., with his hands resting on his father's empty anchor's chair.
“I’m going to keep that chair forever,” Luke Russert told Mr. Lauer this morning. “That’s my chair now.”
It is an amazing human experience how a "stranger" can touch our lives so profoundly. My thoughts and prayers to out to Mr. Russert's family and friends, and to all who seek healing in this moment.
The "timing" of Mr. Russert's passing was not lost on me. It certainly fueled my passion to continue encouraging people to have the "death bed" conversation with their loved ones now... before it's too late.
We tend to take the easy road through life. So I know it's uncomfortable for some to think of saying goodbye to a loved one...especially to one of our parents ... and especially to say goodbye before they age, get sick and pass away.
I can only speak of my own experience of having had the 'death bed' conversation with my Dad months before his sudden death. But from that experience, I can assure you of two things: First, wounds of the past can be healed; and secondly, having your say (before it's too late) will help tremendously through your grieving process. The peace you will receive for having said all "those things" is beyond words. Personally, I think it helps their passing as well.
Why be left behind living with regrets? Do it now!
take care,
Louise Lewis, Author
No Experts Needed: The Meaning of Life According to You!
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