The Number Existed
Today marks a year when Mathew introduced himself to me and within the first hour I got to know that he was not going to let me out of his sight, no matter what. Our relationship lasted all of 8 months to the day before he passed away. Together we created many memorable moments, especially in the last three weeks of his life and he would always end it with saying "at least I got to spend more time with you" . It was only after his passing did I realise how much those words meant for him and what it would mean for me. All Mathew ever wanted from anyone was that they walked beside him and not judge him. I often got told, "I don't want you in front of me, I don't want you behind me, I just want you beside me (glancing to his left side) holding my hand" . He thanked me for being there in his darkest hours and giving him the peace he so longed for and the belief that he was going to be okay. We never hid our relationship behind closed doors. Instead, w...