"thx for your message... it appears we are in a similar stage in life with a similar name. good news is one tough first is over... and the holidays are that much closer to being over with!"
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Fraulein left a comment for Mel
"Welcome, Mel. I am the group greeter for the "widowed without children" group. I hope you have found this site to be a source of comfort and encouragement to you on your journey. We all "get it" which means…"
Supa Dupa Fresh left a comment for Mel
"Welcome to our community.... I hope we can keep you company on your journey ahead. Please look around a bit and read this basic introduction to the site. You can find more information about how the community works under "Help!" in the…"
Mel replied to Supa Dupa Fresh's discussion What is the most insensitive thing someone has said to you about your loss?
"One week after Dave's death, a mutual friend approached me with a big smile to cheer me up and said, "The good news is, you are going to lose a ton of weight. Breakups are great for that so just imagine." She managed to minimize the…"
Mel commented on Supa Dupa Fresh's group Long-term illness
"I lost my love to cancer 7 months ago. He battled GIST for 3 years, the last year being the most difficult. I am only 30 years old now but I actually have white hairs. I feel like I have aged a decade for each of the last couple years."
Mel joined Supa Dupa Fresh's group
Long-term illness
For those widowed by cancer AND other illnesses or long term conditions that required caregiving.We now also have a "Long Term Illness" discussion forum in the PERENNIAL main forum. Questions? Widville@gmail.comSee More
Mel commented on Supa Dupa Fresh's group Born in the 80s
"Hey all,
I lost my love 7 months ago to cancer. He was my bestfriend, my family, my heart. I was struggling to find hope that it would ever be better and then I attended Camp Widow and found comfort in the strength of others and the multitude…"
Patty Sue left a comment for Mel
"Hi, I don't know when this friend request came in. I was in Big Bear for a week and am headed for Japan next week. Maybe we can get together for coffee or lunch when I return after 9/22. Pat
PS: Thanks for the comment about my smile."
Mel just added their location.
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wannabmartha left a comment for Mel
"So sorry for the reason that you’re here but glad you’ve joined us. You’ll find insight, understanding and support here at Widowed Village. We’re traveling the same road together some further down the road than others. …"
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- At 2:13pm on December 26, 2012,
Mell22C said… thx for your message... it appears we are in a similar stage in life with a similar name. good news is one tough first is over... and the holidays are that much closer to being over with!
- At 2:24pm on September 7, 2012,
Fraulein said… Welcome, Mel. I am the group greeter for the "widowed without children" group. I hope you have found this site to be a source of comfort and encouragement to you on your journey. We all "get it" which means alot. Feel free to contact me directly if there is anything I can do for you. I look forward to getting to know you better. Take care.
- At 10:30am on August 31, 2012,
VOLUNTEERSupa Dupa Fresh said… Welcome to our community.... I hope we can keep you company on your journey ahead. Please look around a bit and read this basic introduction to the site. You can find more information about how the community works under "Help!" in the navigation bar, and we'll send you a few newsletters with tips and ideas in the coming weeks. If you need a little more help, go to the Home page and look in the right hand column to see the link to a "Help Desk" form.
We all use the site differently, but we hope you feel comfortable sharing among us in the coming days, weeks, and months.
Big hug!
Supa
site founder and admin
- At 2:40pm on August 28, 2012,
Patty Sue said… Hi, I don't know when this friend request came in. I was in Big Bear for a week and am headed for Japan next week. Maybe we can get together for coffee or lunch when I return after 9/22. Pat
PS: Thanks for the comment about my smile.
- At 11:59pm on August 13, 2012,
wannabmartha said… So sorry for the reason that you’re here but glad you’ve joined us. You’ll find insight, understanding and support here at Widowed Village. We’re traveling the same road together some further down the road than others. Join a group when you’re ready to get better connected. Participate in a forum and/or chat anytime. If you have questions, feel free to ask. There is always someone around willing to help.
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