Don't grieve alone; 14,000 members and growing
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Hi;
I am new to this forum, but I lost my husband of 36 years 15 months ago. I have been dealing with the loss with the help of my children and grandchildren and a wonderful counselor who helps me keep things in perspective. He was ill for a long time and was in so much pain that it was a relief for him to finally let go. But that does not mean I miss him less. It just means that I shouldn't be angry that he left me alone.
The first anniversary of his death was one of the hardest times I have gone through. But it was a catharsis and I was able to enjoy the holidays with my family without breaking down. But today is Valentines day, the day you celebrate the love in your life. I feel so alone, the person who loved me more than anyone else in this world is gone and I know I will never feel that kind of love again. I guess I can live with the numbness that has replaced that piece of my heart, but how can I live with having only half of the person I used to be? My life seems to be a kind of limbo, going through the motions, punctuated by moments of joy with my children and grandchildren. Oh, I cherish those moments, but they have their own lives and mine seems so empty. Those simple tasks of living... cooking, cleaning, shopping etc. hold so little meaning without my love there to share, argue with and just be my companion.
On this Valentines Day, I miss the boundless love that we shared and the life that we lived as one. I will always love you Steve. I am just marking time until I can join you again.
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