"I am coming up on the one year anniversary of Dennis' death. Part of me wants to sit in a corner and die. The other part of me wants to celebrate his life and continue to move forward. I feel extremely guilty about that part…"
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Strength
Started this discussion. Last reply by Callie2 Sep 12, 2017. 12 Replies 1 Like
I sit here in Tampa waiting for Irma to arrive. A little scared and nervous. Thought about evacuating when they issued the mandatory evacuation but there really is no where to do. If you want to…Continue
Defining Me
Started this discussion. Last reply by SweetMelissa2007 Sep 9, 2017. 15 Replies 0 Likes
My husband Dennis died very suddenly on July 7th. I came home from work and found him. We were married 30 years. The process has been a long one that just ended this week. We have two…Continue
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Gunnerx2 (Carol) commented on Soaring Spirits's group Suddenly Widowed
"MomOfBoys being a Widow does not come with a users manual. We all struggle through each day, especially in the beginning. Do not be shy to ask for help. I found I tried to handle everything myself. Sometimes you just cannot…"
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Gunnerx2 (Carol) commented on Soaring Spirits's group Suddenly Widowed
"So I talked to my son last night (my step-son). My daughter (step-daughter) has not spoken to me since December 2017. I was not sure why or what was going on. I've reached out and not received any response from her. I…"
Gunnerx2 (Carol) commented on Soaring Spirits's group Widowed in 2017
"Mike, I feel as if I wrote your post. I go on day after day and even manage to smile and people think everything is good. "Oh you look so much better". I don't want to look better, I feel guilty when people say that.…"
Gunnerx2 (Carol) commented on Soaring Spirits's group Suddenly Widowed
"Frank, all I can say is what a beautiful gift that will be one day. For you to listen to when you are ready and for your children to have for prosperity on the love and respect their parents had for each other and for them. I love this…"
Gunnerx2 (Carol) replied to Shoosie2's discussion Has Anyone had any 'Strange' things happen in your house since your spouse passed? in the group Widowed in 2017
"It is a sign. I used to miss them all the time, never even thought about it and when I became sensitive to them I realized they are all over. I have had the same cell phone for 20 years ###1786. I always gave my number as seventeen…"
Gunnerx2 (Carol) commented on Soaring Spirits's group Suddenly Widowed
"Greg, I'm not sure I could watch a video of Dennis. I think it would be overwhelming to watch so I understand. Someday maybe you will be able to but not now .... Carol"
Gunnerx2 (Carol) commented on Soaring Spirits's group Suddenly Widowed
"This made me smile Misty! I can feel how much comfort it brought you. Carol"
Gunnerx2 (Carol) replied to Shoosie2's discussion Has Anyone had any 'Strange' things happen in your house since your spouse passed? in the group Widowed in 2017
"Misty, well that's a sign in itself. He's with you when you need him most and you do not even know it Carol"
Gunnerx2 (Carol) commented on Soaring Spirits's group Widowed in 2017
"I think that is beautiful. Melissa, you are right it brings comfort. Ray your Helen is with you all the time now. Over our 30 years we bought new rings every 10 years (long story why). Sometimes I wear all three of my rings…"
Gunnerx2 (Carol) commented on Soaring Spirits's group Suddenly Widowed
"John I too have saved Dennis' voice mail on my cell phone :) Carol"
Gunnerx2 (Carol) commented on Soaring Spirits's group Widowed in 2017
"That's beautiful tooyoung. I guess the answer is whatever makes us happy."
Gunnerx2 (Carol) commented on Soaring Spirits's group Widowed in 2017
"How long before you stopped wearing your wedding band? I cannot imagine taking mine off. Carol"
Gunnerx2 (Carol) commented on Soaring Spirits's group Suddenly Widowed
"Frank when you talk about anger I think that is where I am. I get so angry at strangers, people holding hands, people driving (I sound like a truck driver), slow cashiers, etc. I especially get angry when I see couples who look…"
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- At 10:45am on September 3, 2017,
Dianne in Nevada said… Welcome to Widville, Gunnerx2. I'm so very sorry for your loss, but pleased that you found us. You'll find caring support and friendship here.
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