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First off let me say these are my thoughts and opinions only, based on my own experiences.
Is awakening supposed to bring happiness and bliss? I never heard it put that way and I surely never expected that. I was hoping for inner peace, a bit of self-understanding, and less emotional turmoil. I've made progress on all those, but it has taken time and I'm still learning.
I've made peace with the past and death has lost its fear. I know I'll continue after Death and I won't have to deal with this goofy world and all it's convoluted problems and arguments. So I'd say yes, seeing death as okay is very often part of awakening.
Keep in mind that awakening isn't like flipping a light switch. As such, how are we to judge when we've reached it? I feel awakened but have I truly been through the Awakening? Would an outside observer declare me to be awakened? I don't know. I am more than I used to be, less than I will be, and the journey continues...
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