Echoes in the Empty House

You return to your shared home first time after your partner’s death on Valentine’s Day.

Returning to a space once shared with a loved one after their death can evoke powerful emotions. What would the echoes of emptiness sound like on Valentine’s Day? What memories would the rooms hold? Describe the sensory experiences – sights, smells, sounds – and use this writing prompt to grapple with your feelings of loss, loneliness, love, and nostalgia.