It was said before [290] that in the other life, Fathers, mothers, brothers and friends can converse, but nevertheless they are separated of their own will, because earthly associations hold them back from striving for heavenly things. Besides, on such occasions the things they had thought are brought to view, which cannot [but] draw them downward to worldly matters, and cause annoyances in various ways. 1747, the 4th day of December.