Thank you for sharing this. I feel you on it, especially that sense that they’re “gone but not really gone”, which was what I felt after my father passed 10+ years ago. I actually grew closer to mine after he passed, as I’m a firm believer in life after death and so I chose to find ways to remain connected with him—to keep the communication going—long after he was gone. You’ll be in my thoughts during this time of grief.
Oh, my sweet dear friend!! Your post touched me deeply. It has been 2 ½ years since Roger passed and I’m amazed that it has been that long. A year, maybe, but over 2? Yep, this is the third winter I’ll be going to FL by myself.
At least you are able to shed tears. I have not been able to cry since he died. I understand that losing a spouse is different from losing a parent, but we were married 50 years. I can cry inside sometimes but not visibly.
You remain in my prayers. Marc was stellar in every way, especially as a husband and father. Praying the days get easier and that God lessens your heartache. Best of luck with your writing. Your book is still by my bedside waiting for me. Love you!
This is a beautifully written expression of your experience. I appreciate you sharing this and readers are sure to resonate with it. It’s been nearly six years since my dad passed. My grief eased after he came to me one night sounding as joyful as a child about his new home. I still talk to him because I believe we’ll always be connected.
Thank you for sharing this. I feel you on it, especially that sense that they’re “gone but not really gone”, which was what I felt after my father passed 10+ years ago. I actually grew closer to mine after he passed, as I’m a firm believer in life after death and so I chose to find ways to remain connected with him—to keep the communication going—long after he was gone. You’ll be in my thoughts during this time of grief.
Thank you, Jay. I appreciate your support. It’s an unsettling feeling now but I trust it will be comforting later.
Maybe something to write a book about, some day…
Oh, my sweet dear friend!! Your post touched me deeply. It has been 2 ½ years since Roger passed and I’m amazed that it has been that long. A year, maybe, but over 2? Yep, this is the third winter I’ll be going to FL by myself.
At least you are able to shed tears. I have not been able to cry since he died. I understand that losing a spouse is different from losing a parent, but we were married 50 years. I can cry inside sometimes but not visibly.
You remain in my prayers. Marc was stellar in every way, especially as a husband and father. Praying the days get easier and that God lessens your heartache. Best of luck with your writing. Your book is still by my bedside waiting for me. Love you!
Thank you, Dee. I appreciate your love and support. You and mom should get together sometime, <3
This is a beautifully written expression of your experience. I appreciate you sharing this and readers are sure to resonate with it. It’s been nearly six years since my dad passed. My grief eased after he came to me one night sounding as joyful as a child about his new home. I still talk to him because I believe we’ll always be connected.