"Ultra, for changing the background on your phone, I suggest you go to YouTube and there will be a video that will take you step by step. That will be a lovely time spent with your daughters in sorting the photos from the poster board.…"
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Barzan
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Barzan commented on Soaring Spirits's group Born in the 50s
"Hi Ultra, Reading your post, I'm reminded that I, 8.5 yrs in, still have 3 articles of clothing of Barney's. I will likely keep them as long as I'm alive. They were his favorites so I just can't donate…"
Barzan commented on Soaring Spirits's group Born in the 50s
"Sueg, The words of my fellow wids hold a lot weight. All I can add is to post here when you need support or when you just want to share with us. Do you have family support? Close friends you can talk to?
Just know that we…"
Barzan commented on Soaring Spirits's group Born in the 50s
"Thank you all for your feedback. I knew I could count on all of you. It's reassuring to know that my intentions were good. I also know now to just offer and leave it at that. I told my friend to do with the book as she…"
Barzan commented on Soaring Spirits's group Born in the 50s
"This is moving off topic but want some feedback from fellow wids.
My close friend of over 50 years’ sister recently lost her husband. He had been diagnosed with a brain tumor over 3 years ago and passed last year. I was given a…"
Barzan commented on Soaring Spirits's group Born in the 50s
"Tekwriter, I am so happy to read your post. It sounds like your life is taking a positive turn. it always lifts me when someone in our group is making choices that makes them happy and excited. How nice that you reconnected with…"
Barzan commented on Soaring Spirits's group Widowed in 2011
"LucyGoo, You are entitled to feel mad, angry, lost and tired. I go through a whole menu of emotions at times. I try hard every day to focus on happy and cheerful things. I, too, have had health issues for a few years but decided that I…"
Barzan commented on Soaring Spirits's group Born in the 50s
"Dear Linda, As part of this group I can safely say that we've all been in a place where we felt like we couldn't go on. Please know that the world is a better place with you in it. Please explore ways to meet people and…"
Barzan commented on Soaring Spirits's group Born in the 50s
"All these posts about moving has pushed me to chime in. When B was alive and we were younger, we spent hours talking about where we’d like to live after retirement. We had such fun picking places, reading up on them and discussing…"
Barzan replied to Mike's discussion Dating in the group Born in the 50s
"Ultra, Sandi wanted you to have someone in your life. It would probably break her heart that you wouldn’t follow her wishes. If spending time with this lady lifts your spirits, consider it a good thing. Just give it a chance…"
Barzan commented on Soaring Spirits's group Born in the 50s
"Melissa - I’m on the line of introvert/extrovert. When I was still working, I had to speak publicly and managed comfortably but at home, it was best with just my husband. I had my best friend visiting for 10 days and thought…"
Barzan commented on Soaring Spirits's group Born in the 50s
"Melissa - At least you tried. It was a baby step and you took it. Have you noticed that TRIED and TIRED have the same letters?
Take good care of yourself. Sending you a big hug.
Suzan"
Barzan commented on Soaring Spirits's group Born in the 50s
"Ultra, I've been there. Just trying to be good company to company is so tiring. It's been over 8 years for me and my company is sitting next to me. Very dear friends but I'm so tired. I think we can only…"
Barzan commented on Soaring Spirits's group Born in the 50s
"Hello LadyHawke,
So sorry for your loss and all the grief you are experiencing. We are all here to listen, share and give comfort to one another. There is no blueprint for navigating the emotions you are going through. Be…"
Barzan commented on Soaring Spirits's group Born in the 50s
"NoLonger…- You are right. Resentment is a strong word. I don't wish bad things to happen to anyone, so, if I may, I'd like to refer to that feeling to envious. Although, that may not be exactly it either. The…"
Barzan commented on Soaring Spirits's group Born in the 50s
"Susan - Those exact words could have been written by me. Just shows how our journey after time is weaved in to our group's story. You've stated it very eloquently.
Riet, the darkness will lift little by little. Sometimes,…"
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- I am recently retired from a very demanding profession and am still learning how to be retired. I keep busy with my jewelry designing, sewing and art. I will be volunteering at our history and science museum. I love the arts, gardening and travel.
Comment Wall (2 comments)
- At 2:32pm on May 10, 2016, sweetlady said…
- i am a widow much longer than u douhave children are they closewithuthathurtsidontknowhow olduare but thetimegoesby very quickly auditsashamewhenu are at odds with ur own flesh and blood cant go to him as i am worried he will start with me and at this point i just cant take it.im not retired as u have to work maybe that keeps me going but not haooyas i should be hope we can be friends.elaine
- At 6:38pm on March 15, 2016,
Joyce said…
Welcome Barzan: I'm sorry for your loss but I'm glad you found your way to this site. I hope you will find the same comfort and understanding here at Widowed Village that I have. In the beginning I just read the blogs and posts and lurked in chat.You can join the Groups that fit you to connect to others with similar experiences. Post and join in chat when you feel comfortable. It is nice to be among people who "Get It"
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