I think that's pretty normal. When news like that comes your way, usually the reaction to this is crying. As to deal with the shock and mixture of emotions going on. Also, how you said he was sort of distant..I think that has to do with why you seem to not feel so sad about it anymore. Still, it sounds like it's just a part of a grieving process the mind does. So, hey, feel better and don't worry too much about it. & I hope this actually made any sense at all, ha.