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Never underestimate the power of a widow/er !!!
Started this discussion. Last reply by DonnaReid Jul 30, 2011. 1 Reply 0 Likes
This week I read awesome stories about two widows and would like to share them.Loida Nicholas Lewis , widow of a Baltimore business man ,Reginald Lewis ,recently held several fundraisers. Earlier…Continue
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only1sue commented on Drewlady's blog post Drewlady/Confident Widow Preparing for the Fourth Anniversary
"Wow, four years...I hope in your memory they have flown by. Thanks for the detail. I think I won't be dating either, unless as you say he comes to the door and picks me up. That seems right whether you are 20 or 70.
I can…"
Drewlady commented on Supa Dupa Fresh's group Born in the 50s
"Hello All. Hope the Moms had a day that was as pleasant as possible. This was my fourth with out Drew. In 2010 and 2011 we went out to brunch but not our regular one.2012 daughter graduated college the day before. Entire weekend difficult as May…"
Drewlady commented on Supa Dupa Fresh's group Born in the 50s
"Hello Jocelyn. Almost 4 years and I still get terrified. Scary walk indeed.I still tell myself breathe and take it minute by minute at times.
I also try do something distracting and hopefully relaxing. Doing so much swim and…"
Drewlady commented on Supa Dupa Fresh's group Born in the 50s
"Hello All. Have been reading everyone's posts and agree agree agree !! How we feel is how we feel no right or wrong and no damn timeline. it will be four years May 22 since losing my Drew. Dont let other's boss you.
May is always hard.…"
Suz commented on Drewlady's blog post Drewlady/Confident Widow/Life is Fragile
"Drewlady,
What a lot to deal with. My heart goes out to you. I had two grandmothers with Alzheimer's and it is a hard row. Both of mine were also college-educated and got to the point where they could not speak. So hard to be part of.
I…"
Joyce commented on Drewlady's blog post Drewlady/Confident Widow/Life is Fragile
"Glad to see you are going to CWE, you could probably really use to get away. Looking forward to meeting you.
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Drewlady/Confident Widow/Life is Fragile
Hello All.March has not gone well. My mother and her sister in law have now entered another stage of Alz and not good Both really stated declining in September. But both ladies are pretty healthy otherwise so this terrible journey could continue on for some time.Until now no dementias on either side. of the family.I have been thinking a lot and pulling out pictures of Mom Dad aunt uncle healthy and happy. Dad and uncle are deceased.Though Mom and aunt didnt' understand when my Andrew died…See More
Joyce commented on Drewlady's blog post Drewlady/Confident Widow Blue Valentine
"Happy Belated Birthday Drewlady, saw you on WV last nite, you should have dropped in to the chat. My husband's birthday was on the 7th so I know how rough February can be. That's such a wonderful idea you started about helping…"
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Drewlady/Confident Widow Blue Valentine
The past week really sucks !! Oh Hello . But it does. !! On the 7th was my birthday and one week later now Valentine's Day. Drew was such a every holiday over the top kind of guy. I had such wonderful surprises too. Used to say Drew you have to repeat everything in April !! I was due in April but with Mom's dangerous hypertension I came 2 months early ! My folks did not have another baby for 12 yrs then 2 baby boys 14 months apart. I weighed 3 pds 2 ounces brothers were 4 pds. Now 6…See More
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Drewlady commented on Supa Dupa Fresh's group Born in the 50s
"Lauralee, hang in there. Yes majority of the time when something is found on a mammogram it is benign. Happened to me last February. Shakes the nerves for sure but know that many are rooting for you that you have not even met yet !!
You…"
Joyce commented on Drewlady's blog post Drewlady/Confident Widow/January Thaw
"Hi Drewlady: Love what you did with the stockings they're beautiful and it's a great idea. I can see why you're framing a picture and hanging it, they really look pretty. Love your New year's resolution, I…"
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Drewlady/Confident Widow/January Thaw
Hello All !!Well we are into the middle of January and I am putting out my 7 foot Douglas Fir Friday morning. Worth the extra bucks to have a hole drilled in to the bottom and pay for a new special stand for live trees.The tree did not get brown at all or dry ! Of course I watered every day and poured preservative but it held…See More
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Drewlady/Confident Widow Preparing for the Fourth Anniversary
Posted on May 16, 2013 at 1:11am 1 Comment 0 Likes
Hello All.
Now I am saying where did the years go ? Regarding nearly 4 years without Drew. It is hard to fathom the length of this journey already. Some not on this path think it is going on year 5 or 6. ANNOYING !!! Want to move away from those folks quickly but politely too polite many have said to me for years.
Starting last Fall and really building now,people asking why didnt I remarry ? Well, the first year focus was on me trying to look sane ,behave appropriately,get my…
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Posted on March 17, 2013 at 7:38pm 2 Comments 0 Likes
Hello All.
March has not gone well. My mother and her sister in law have now entered another stage of Alz and not good Both really stated declining in September. But both ladies are pretty healthy otherwise so this terrible journey could continue on for some time.Until now no dementias on either side. of the family.I have been thinking a lot and pulling out pictures of Mom Dad aunt uncle healthy and happy. Dad and uncle are deceased.
Though Mom and aunt didnt' understand…
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Posted on February 14, 2013 at 1:36am 1 Comment 1 Like
The past week really sucks !! Oh Hello . But it does. !! On the 7th was my birthday and one week later now Valentine's Day. Drew was such a every holiday over the top kind of guy. I had such wonderful surprises too. Used to say Drew you have to repeat everything in April !! I was due in April but with Mom's dangerous hypertension I came 2 months early ! My folks did not have another baby for 12 yrs then 2 baby boys 14 months apart. I weighed 3 pds 2 ounces brothers were 4 pds. Now…
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Posted on January 15, 2013 at 9:04pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
Hello All !!
Well we are into the middle of January and I am putting out my 7 foot Douglas Fir Friday morning. Worth the extra bucks to have a hole drilled in to the bottom and pay for a new special stand for live trees.
The tree did not get brown at all or dry ! Of course I watered every day and…
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- At 6:46pm on April 25, 2012,
CrazyWidow said… Nice meeting you at camp!
- At 11:54am on January 3, 2012, CrazyWidow said…
http://widowedvillage.org/events/central-pennsylvania-post-holiday-widow-bash Hi Drewlady, just wanted to invite you to our post-holiday widows bash in Harrisburg on 1/14 - I hope you can join us!
- At 10:37am on November 16, 2011, CrazyWidow said…
I am the process of planning a Holiday Bash for widows in or near Central Pennsylvania for sometime in mid-December on a weeknight. So far we have an offer for a private room in a restaurant in New Holland (Eastern Lancaster County) with no obligation to purchase a meal or drinks, just a nice place to hang with one another. If you're interested, please join in on this conversation: http://widowedvillage.org/forum/topics/central-pennsylvania-holiday-dinner?xg_source=activity Thank you!
- At 8:39am on August 30, 2011,
Dianne in Nevada said… http://www.campwidow.org/contact/
Hi there - so happy you want to attend Camp Widow East ... but sorry the site is giving you issues. The link above has the contact names and numbers for Camp. Looks like Barbara Frova is the one for registration: 877.671.4071 ext 707; barbaraf@sslf.org
I'm also posting a note on Michele's FB page that you've been having this issue. She has responded quickly to my Camp concerns over there. Don't worry - we'll get you taken care of!
- At 1:38pm on August 9, 2011,
Beth (oakhoopscoach) said… welcome to Widville, I am sorry for your loss and that you, like all of us, have a reason to be here. I was reading some of your posts and it sounds like you have done a lot to help cope. Can you give me a little more info your Widows Wear Stilletos' group? I am in south jersey, but there is not a lot down here and was wondering if I might be able to join your group? I grew up in Delaware County, so know the area well; although it has changed A LOT in the years since I last lived there. thanks
- At 8:32pm on July 30, 2011,
wannabmartha said… HI Drewlady!
I love reading your comments! You seem so self assured! I wish that was me. I was married for 27 years and my husband was the outgoing one. Now that he's gone I can see my old personality reemerging and it's very shy! When you say that you've learned to be assertive........how are you doing that? And........how on earth are you doing things alone? I'd love some helpful hints! Take care,
wannabmartha
- At 9:41pm on July 6, 2011,
Alive & Mortal said… - Love and loss are strong bonds that make us move toward others with similar experiences. Welcome. I hope you find the strength and hope you need as we talk and share. I am glad you are here. We are a collection of diverse people with a unique set of circumstances that make us good companions.
- At 5:30pm on July 3, 2011, Dianne in Nevada said…
Pleased you found us, Pamela. Take a look around and join our conversations.
- At 2:42pm on July 3, 2011, 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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