Cat Bailey

Female

United States

Profile Information:

About Me:: I am an animation student.
About my Loss:: I lost my father on Aug. 3rd. He was my best friend. We spent all our free time together talking about movies, books, life... you name it. I knew I was his special girl. Nearly everything I've done in life, I've done for him.. in the hope that he might notice or be proud of me. We are like two peas in a pod -- we knew everything about each other. He made me feel special in a way I've never felt around anyone else. Now I feel lost and alone-- like nothing means anything anymore. My mind knows he's gone, but I don't entirely accept it yet. I miss you dad.
Are You a Service Provider? If Yes, please tell us about your service.: I'm currently a student, but hope to work in graphics and animation. Here's a link:

http://catsportfolio-catbailey.blogspot.com/

Comment Wall:

Diana, Grief Recovery Coach

Aug 8, 2009
Laura Villarreal

Cat, how are you and your mom doing? My thoughts and prayers were with you today...there are no adequate words of consolation. Take care and please let us know how you are doing whenever you feel you can.
Laura

Aug 10, 2009
Laura Villarreal

Cat,
Grieving is so difficult and the life you have known is forever changed. I realized after the death of my daughter I would need to redefine my life-I just didn't know how to start or what direction to take. I was overwhelmed with thoughts of having no purpose and no reason to continue with my life. Over time these thoughts have changed; I do have a purpose but I just need to keep the faith and believe the Lord will guide me as He has always done. Please allow yourself to grieve; time does not necessarily heal but it does provide us with coping mechanisms so that we can get through each day.
Take care of yourself and I hope your mom is doing okay. You will be okay and remember to take life at your own pace.
You take a wonderful photo...
Sincerest Regards,
Laura

Aug 11, 2009
Laura Villarreal

Cat,

Were you able to talk with your mom? If you have not already done so, ask her how you can comfort her. Sometimes the only comfort I needed was for my husband to be in the same room with me--at times he was not sure what to do for me so he would ask "what can I do to help you get through this particular moment"? Each day brought/brings a mixed bag of emotions but each day the bag gets smaller, with fewer emotions in the mix.

While comforting your mom please don't forget about what you might need from her and let her know...

Take care and remember to be kind to yourself. You are hurting and need time to find yourself again.

Laura

Aug 12, 2009
Laura Villarreal

Cat,

May your Birthday be filled with joyous memories of your dad.

(((((HUGS))))) from me to you today.

Laura

Aug 12, 2009