I had two incidents where I remember feeling the presence of a loved one who has passed on very strongly. And on both instances, I had this comforting feeling engulf me knowing they are/were around.
On one incident, I knew my grandma was around because of the distinct smell of tobacco that reminded me of her. She was the only one who smoked tobacco in the family. It was a comforting feeling knowing her spirit came to visit.
Another incident was the morning a few hours after my other grandma passed away... my brother, niece and I simultaneously smelled a whiff of smoke that smelled of a candle that had just been put out. Another comforting feeling though sad and bittersweet. We were told that before she passed on, she had been saying sorry that she couldn't wait for us anymore.
I enjoyed reading all your stories here and hoping to hear many more stories from others added to this thread.
much love and light,
serene