We are fortunate to have had good parents. I am also thankful for my parents.

I think the same as you, our parents teach us and prepare us to face life in the best way. Now I know, because when I think of my children, I only want them to be happy, and to know how to live and enjoy life when I am gone. I guess the same thing happened to my parents.

I am also an orphan. My dad died 14 months before my mom. It was pretty tough losing both of them in such a short time. But here I am, following in his footsteps on the right track and trying every day to do my best.

I suppose that "missing" is a selfish desire to want that the good and the beautiful of someone or something will continue with us.

Thank you @galenkp for creating this space to share and make new friends and for motivating us to share our experiences and opinions.