The dead could only speak through the mouths of those left behind, and through the signs they left scattered behind them.

Robert Galbraith
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The dead could only speak through the mouths of those left behind, and through the signs they left scattered behind them. This quote describes how people who have passed on can communicate with another person through the signs they leave behind. The phrase “the dead could only speak through the mouths of those left behind” gives you a good idea of how much time it takes for the person to pass away before there are any signs. They will be able to communicate mostly by making themselves known via small items or symbols that are left behind.

If you are wondering, there are many other ways for people to communicate with each other. The dead can communicate with their loved ones even after they have gone. People can also send messages through cards, letters, flowers, gifts, and candles lit for them.

Source: The Cuckoos Calling

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