* Jake Reiner reflects on the sudden loss of his parents and the emotional toll it has taken on him
* He shares heartfelt memories of his parents, describing them as his “guiding lights” and the foundation of his life
* Jake hopes his essay offers insight into his grief while celebrating the love and legacy of his parents
Fancy-Proof7475 on
I’m so glad he’s leaving it up to Romy to decide when and how to speak, if at all. It’s a small gesture, but I really appreciate Jake making a point to say it.
Doucevie on
It was heartbreaking to read. 💔
nonsensestuff on
A beautiful essay. I’m glad he’s able to articulate how he’s feeling and his memories of his parents on his terms. This quote in particular stood out to me:
> In the middle of trying to process the most devastating moment of your life, the world demands meetings, paperwork, decisions, and explanations; as if documentation must come before mourning
My husband went to school with Jake and from what I’ve heard, he was a good guy. Just absolutely devastated for him and the rest of their family. 💔
Rocky_Mountain_Way on
Why post a people.com article when people can just read the essay directly on Substack?
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TLDR:
* Jake Reiner reflects on the sudden loss of his parents and the emotional toll it has taken on him
* He shares heartfelt memories of his parents, describing them as his “guiding lights” and the foundation of his life
* Jake hopes his essay offers insight into his grief while celebrating the love and legacy of his parents
I’m so glad he’s leaving it up to Romy to decide when and how to speak, if at all. It’s a small gesture, but I really appreciate Jake making a point to say it.
It was heartbreaking to read. 💔
A beautiful essay. I’m glad he’s able to articulate how he’s feeling and his memories of his parents on his terms. This quote in particular stood out to me:
> In the middle of trying to process the most devastating moment of your life, the world demands meetings, paperwork, decisions, and explanations; as if documentation must come before mourning
My husband went to school with Jake and from what I’ve heard, he was a good guy. Just absolutely devastated for him and the rest of their family. 💔
Why post a people.com article when people can just read the essay directly on Substack?
https://jakereiner.substack.com/p/mom-and-dad
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