We made through, though. I can barely remember the first year, I just couldn’t bear it. But, good come from it. I became a better person, had time for serving my fellows and learned a lot.
I can't even imagine who I would want to marry if my husband precedes me in death. It took me a very long time to find him and I don't have enough time left to try to find a "reasonable" replacement. I'm not fussy--I just know what I want. (Same thing?)
I hope you never have to find an answer for that, Carol. I wouldn't wish that on you or anyone else I care about. It's devastating. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.
It’s so hard when we’re so young. Our friends don’t understand it’s not like a break up or divorce. I was lucky to find a good place to heal and to help.
I was widowed at 31. Husband had a massive heart attack. I did eventually remarry, 25 years later.
Karin, I'm sorry for your loss a long time ago. That was so young for a heart attack!
It's hard to go through no matter at what age you are widowed. I feel a kinship with you now. I had just turned 20.
We made through, though. I can barely remember the first year, I just couldn’t bear it. But, good come from it. I became a better person, had time for serving my fellows and learned a lot.
I can't even imagine who I would want to marry if my husband precedes me in death. It took me a very long time to find him and I don't have enough time left to try to find a "reasonable" replacement. I'm not fussy--I just know what I want. (Same thing?)
I hope you never have to find an answer for that, Carol. I wouldn't wish that on you or anyone else I care about. It's devastating. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.
We’ve learned more about grief and bereavement counseling.
It’s so hard when we’re so young. Our friends don’t understand it’s not like a break up or divorce. I was lucky to find a good place to heal and to help.
All very true, Karin. There's no expiration date on grief either. Everyone has the same steps they have to go through to heal. It's a slow process.
I remarried 23 years later, I think it was. I like having a companion to share our time.