Sentimental Diva

Farewell Sentimental Sayings: The Power of a Promise

“We only part to meet again.” – John Gay

Isn’t it ironic that “goodbye quotes” always refer to seeing each other again? How many times have we said goodbye to someone, only to promise to see each other again. Here are some examples of sentimental farewells…

“Don’t be dismayed at goodbyes. A farewell is necessary before you can meet again. And meeting again, after moments or lifetime, is certain for those who are friends.” – Richard Bach

This concept is the most powerful when one is saying goodbye to a loved one who died. Whole sections of religious doctrine have been written up because of this. I am refering to the belief of the afterlife.

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A Sentimental Grandfather’s Musings

I met an old man online once and I never thought he’s older than 65 based on how he talks. He was young at heart and very sentimental. One time he told me a story of how he felt when he said goodbye to his last grandson.

They, his grandchildren, lived with him while in high school, as their parents are abroad or too busy. He told me that he was a very strict disciplinarian, but it turns out, his grandchildren saw through him, as I did.

Here’s what he said:

It was little less than three years ago when I bid farewell to my youngest grandson. We started that day with a jog around the park and we both knew it’s the last one in a long time. I felt happy and sad, but relieved that he never got involved with bad elements.

My kids have all grown up. I can still remember years ago when they seemed so carefree. During our talks, all their thoughts revolved around love life, night-outs, independence. I’m so proud of them, they got started right. They did it all by themselves, all I did was inspire them.