The Pain of Losing a Loved One
Losing a loved one is always a painful experience, regardless of the circumstances. This trance becomes even harder when you live far from home, in exile, and you have to say goodbye to your mother, father or a sibling. This situation has recently been experienced by the president in exile, Carles Puigdemont, who had to mourn the loss of his beloved mother, Núria Casamajó, without having the opportunity to say goodbye in person. Being a short distance from Amer, in Northern Catalonia, Puigdemont could not be present at his mother’s farewell, a circumstance that has generated deep pain in the political leader.
The Double Punishment of Exile
Carles Puigdemont is not the only one who has had to experience this double punishment of exile. The former Councilor for Culture and deputy, Lluís Puig, has also experienced the loss of his parents in a short period of time, while he was away from home. This experience has also been shared by other exiles, such as Toni Comín and the rapper Valtònyc, who have had to deal with the loss of family members while they were away from their usual surroundings.
Support in Difficult Times
These cases highlight the emotional and logistical difficulties faced by those living far from home in such delicate circumstances. The inability to say goodbye in person and limited support in times of grief make these situations even more difficult to manage. Despite this, these individuals have found ways to share their pain and receive support from their community, even if it is through virtual means.
The Difficulty of Exile
These stories highlight the complexity of living far from home in such delicate circumstances. The experience of exile is compounded when situations of loss occur, as geographical distances and legal constraints hinder the ability to say goodbye to loved ones. This reality highlights the importance of emotional support and solidarity in times of difficulty, especially for those who live far from home.
