We Can Do Hard Things Watch OUR 1ST FILM – Come See Me in the Good Light – 11/14: Meg Falley (& Andrea Gibson)
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Nov 13, 2025 Megan Falley, a nationally-ranked poet and the co-creator of the film Come See Me in the Good Light, shares her heartfelt journey with her partner, Andrea Gibson. She discusses their deep love story, how cancer transformed their bond, and the intimate process of caregiving during Andrea's illness. Meg reflects on the signs she perceives from Andrea posthumously, her experiences of grief, and the film’s aim to show that joy can coexist with suffering, inspiring others to love more deeply.
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Curating The Farewell
- Meg acted as a curator during Andrea's dying days, arranging lighting, music, and who could be present.
- She felt honored to shape the environment to match what Andrea would have wanted.
Song, Storm, And Signs
- A friend sent a recorded song Andrea had written about their death, which Meg played at the bedside.
- Lightning and a storm coincided, making Meg feel Andrea was communicating through weather and music.
Grief As Awake Presence
- Grief for Meg is awake and present, not numb; crying feels like a measure of their love.
- She experiences daily waves of sadness but also connection and presence when she cries.
