Grief- A powerful element in Past Heaven is the loss of Liz’s husband. Reynolds learns of a loss in his parents’ life that causes them pain, and he grieves the end of a relationship. Allowing themselves to grieve their losses, and to feel that pain, allows both Liz and Reynolds to appreciate and accept when new, strong love comes into their lives.
Strength- Liz doesn’t believe she is a strong woman after her husband was murdered, but her inner strength always shines through to those around her. She protects her family, and finds the courage to love again. Reynolds’ strength comes through in his devotion to Liz and her family, and his conviction that their happiness comes before his own.
Renewal- After loss and betrayal, hopefully, comes renewal. Both Liz and Reynolds allow themselves to start again. They are open to making their lives different and to move forward, accepting the changes around them.
Unity- In the beginning Liz and Reynolds are united in their desire to memorialize Jack’s legacy. Ultimately, Liz, Reynolds, and the boys are united as a new family in this story. There is also a strong unity in Cindy and Liz’s relationship.
Transcend- Past Heaven describes the type of love that transcends. Love that goes beyond time and death. Liz shows us that we don’t have to stop loving one person in order to love another. True love transcends.
Strength- Liz doesn’t believe she is a strong woman after her husband was murdered, but her inner strength always shines through to those around her. She protects her family, and finds the courage to love again. Reynolds’ strength comes through in his devotion to Liz and her family, and his conviction that their happiness comes before his own.
Renewal- After loss and betrayal, hopefully, comes renewal. Both Liz and Reynolds allow themselves to start again. They are open to making their lives different and to move forward, accepting the changes around them.
Unity- In the beginning Liz and Reynolds are united in their desire to memorialize Jack’s legacy. Ultimately, Liz, Reynolds, and the boys are united as a new family in this story. There is also a strong unity in Cindy and Liz’s relationship.
Transcend- Past Heaven describes the type of love that transcends. Love that goes beyond time and death. Liz shows us that we don’t have to stop loving one person in order to love another. True love transcends.
