"I too thought about what it would be like at Christmas without my sons. Both of my sons live at home. It is not because they are deadbeats but because of choice. We bought a large house in the country 8 years ago and they helped. We cannot afford it…"
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Callie2 Aug 17, 2018. 6 Replies 0 Likes
I lost my Husband on May 3rd. It was Mothers day and my oldest son's birthday the week we held the funeral and the military internment. We basically just did nothing for the 4th of July which used to…Continue
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Tekwriter commented on Soaring Spirits's group Born in the 50s
"How did everyone do for New Years? We are still waiting to close on our new house and my oven is broke here so just did steaks and ice cream Sundaes. I had read at Soaring Spirits I think, from another widow that her new year actually began at the…"
Tekwriter commented on Soaring Spirits's group Born in the 50s
"We made it through Christmas Eve and are up to Christmas day. So far so good. I have cried enough the last week to get me through I hope. I was looking at pictures. The day my husband passed I had gone in the morning to have blue streaks put…"
Tekwriter commented on Soaring Spirits's group Widowed in 2018
"I lost my wonderful husband in May. I had made some progress but have now backtracked and have lost it all. I am back to crying everyday. They holidays are really taking a toll."
Tekwriter commented on Soaring Spirits's group Born in the 50s
"We have finally reach the end of process with our home mortgage. The military marches at their own beat and it has been long. We are closing this week or early next week. The date is tomorrow, but I don't know if they can get a lawyer that…"
Tekwriter commented on Soaring Spirits's group Born in the 50s
"When my husband had his two brain surgeries I spent almost every night in the hospital with him. Two nights I stayed at home. The first I had been up 36 hours and they said he would remain sedated all night, and the second I was familiar with the…"
Tekwriter commented on Soaring Spirits's group Born in the 50s
"I have made plans for Christmas, and accepted we will have to carry on for New Years eve, but I am so dreading seeing the beginning of a new year without my husband by my side for the first time inn 36 years. It has been since May 3rd and people are…"
Tekwriter commented on Soaring Spirits's group Born in the 50s
"I have two son's and only one of them is in a relationship. I think I might have to go to a rehab center after until I can get around. I had ankle surgery 8 years ago, and breast cancer surgery 5 years ago, but my husband was there for both and…"
Tekwriter commented on Soaring Spirits's group Born in the 50s
"Does anyone have anxiety about having surgery without their spouse there? I need to have knee replacement and worry about not having my husband there to help me."
Tekwriter commented on Soaring Spirits's group Born in the 50s
"Melissa think carefully before you step out. I volunteered for something at my church with the same thinking. After I discovered I just fell apart before Thanksgiving, I just dropped out. I am pretty sure I won't be able to follow…"
Tekwriter commented on Soaring Spirits's group Born in the 50s
"I am starting 7 months out. I decided to order flowers for him instead of make them. I did not realize how hard it would be. I have been in melt down mode for a couple of days now. It is almost as bad as the beginning. We are eating out for…"
Tekwriter commented on Soaring Spirits's group Born in the 50s
"It is not the insurance. I have that even with my Rottweilers. It i the finance company. I felt like I was strung along till the closing date and then it was off. But maybe I should call my congressmans office. They may be able to help. Other…"
Tekwriter replied to Lostandlonely's discussion Widowhood in a Rural Area
"I am only 6 months out. I just had the worst birthday in my life without my dh. I pretty much cried most of the day. I too live in the country and not much i around. I am pretty sure most of my friend are tired of hearing how bad it hurts. but it…"
Tekwriter commented on DIVA70's blog post HOLIDAY JITTERS!
"I am at six month today. I agree we do not want to do much. It is so painful."
Tekwriter commented on Soaring Spirits's group Born in the 50s
"My mortgage fell through with the mortgage company because they do not have a letter from the military after assuring me from day 1, it would be fine a long as they verbally heard the information. Now the underwriters wouldn't accept and I have…"
Tekwriter commented on Soaring Spirits's group Born in the 50s
"We have made plans to serve four Thanksgiving buffet style and on Christmas we are going to focus more on our faith. We are Episcopalian and have much emphasis on Advent."
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- At 11:47pm on July 5, 2018,
eliana said… Welcome to Widville, Tekwriter. I am truly sorry for your loss, and hope you find caring support and friendship here.
Here's the best place to start: Need help using the site? Ask here! You can join the Groups that fit you to connect to others with similar experiences. Share your story. Take a look at our Forum discussions where you'll find meaningful conversations taking place. I look forward to getting to know you here in Widville. Take care of yourself.
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