The Adventures of Captain Imperfecto

April 21st, 2012 My wife passed away on a Thursday, and I buried her seven days later. Those seven days and beyond seem like a blur so far. My head pounds when I think of it. I know I should have more control of my emotions and my physical well-being. If I wasn't grieving for my boys at the same time, I think I could. My children make me weak and strong at the same time. I am a sound man who is good under pressure and immense stress. I am pretty strong at 6 foot 2 inches and 220 pounds; however, overcoming this challenge is something I was not prepared for. I don't think many people are when faced with impossible situations. Especially when you lose your spouse. I stand here despondent. People came and went after those seven days. Her family flew in between those seven days and left after the funeral, on precisely the seventh day. I allowed them to go through her possessions. I do not think they know how hard that was for me. Even though they ar...