Always, What a beautiful posting. Yes, they did do us a favor and it's actually a blessing in disguise. We can't see it until the dust has settled and we have finally let go.
You are an inspiration here. You are destined to do many wonderful things with your life.
Sit quietly, the answers will reveal themselves when you least expect them to. The past is gone, the present is a gift and you need to focus on today, allow the future to reveal itself when it is ready.