When someone old dies, it is even sadder. First you notice that the paper doesn't come anymore, then gradually the lights are turned out, the gas turned off, the house gets locked up, and the yard is no longer kept up, then it goes on the market and new people come in and change everything. Elner
In Fannie Flagg's "Can't Wait to Get to Heaven," the passing of an elderly person elicits profound sadness as it marks the end of an era. The initial signs of loss are subtle—one might notice the absence of familiar daily routines, such as the stopping of newspaper deliveries. This gradual decline reflects the emptiness that comes with death.
As time progresses, the personal touches of life fade away; utilities are shut off, the home becomes abandoned, and the garden ceases to flourish. Eventually, the property is sold, and new occupants arrive, bringing changes that erase the past. This transformation signifies not only the loss of a person but also the loss of their legacy and the memories associated with them.
