Hello?

I am alone and in need of someone. I don't know what to talk about, but I know I'm having a really hard time. My best friend passed this week of unknown circumstances. She was found on Dec 24th. This was my only friend here and now I have no one in my state. I have one friend across the country on the west coast, and an estranged adult child, also in another state.

I live with chronic depression and anxiety and this feels like too much to deal with by myself.

[Raggedy-Ann]

Oh so sad. My best friend passed away on Christmas eve 16 years ago. I still think of her almost every day. That emptiness of her friendship and love is so sad. I try to remember her and how amazing she was and the light she and I shared. It is going to hurt but try to be grateful for the time you had with her. Honor your friendship . Moving forward you have to actively try to make friends. Join groups with similar interests ( I know how hard this is) but you are here. Hugs and hope.

[CLB1125]

hi Im so sorry for your loss. We are here for you. You can pm anytime you want to chat. About anything at all. I’m 66 years old, live on a farm with my husband. I’m pretty much a loner but I like to chat online.

[Bigoldogsmiles]

I am so sorry you're going through that. I've never lost a friend that way but I have lost family members. Grieving is never easy. Just know that even though they may be far away, there are people that love and care about you. If you are looking for compassion, you have found the right place. The people on this forum are wonderful! I wish you all the best in your healing journey and am sending hugs your way!

[Dolphin14]

CageSade

I'm so sorry for your loss. Grief is so hard, this is new and you are alone.

We are here to support you. You can talk as much as you feel comfortable with.

Sometimes people just need someone to listen. We can do that.

Please let us know how we can help

🐬

[Casivalentina]

I am so sorry for your loss. Maybe there is a grief support group in your area so you can get some support. Also reach out to your friend in the west coast...maybe to your adult child? Hang in there. Loss is hard and grief is a circuitous journey. Sending you a ginormous hug!!

[casablancalover14]

I am so sorry for your loss. You can always reach out and we can talk anytime. This group has lots of good ideas and sugestions. Know you are loved , even if it's from an outsider.💕💕

[froggymom88]

The loss of a loved one is always a difficult journey. You are doing well to concentrate on the good times with her. I lost my son in 2023 ,so I understand. I pray. God sends me the grace to accept it and continue. I will pray for you and your friend. Hugs.

[Tabby-5]

I am glad you took your friends cat in. Now you have an extended family with your cat as well and she will have some company. So sorry for your loss and all the struggles you are going through. I saw someone mentioned to you about seeking out a bereavement group. That would be a great start. Don't know if you belong to a church or not, perhaps your Pastor or someone on the staff could help? There is support from this group and also you could call 211.

Hope this helps a little in some way.

[catsrock]

I'm so sorry about your friend. That's very sad. We are here to support you.

[Sadmama]

Grief is hard and harder alone. Try to remember all the good times with your friend. Keep putting one foot in front of the other. You are not alone as long as you keep reaching out.

[Cheetahone]

Hi CageSade,

So sorry to hear about your friend.

All I can add to the conversation is, What would your friend say to you right now, if she could?

My guess is that she would want and tell you to cheer up and even be happy. She surely would want you to have a great life and enjoy everything that you can, that she can’t. And, to remember her with the same, if not more love, now that she isn’t here in body, but here in spirit. Think of all the love and kindness you shared and showed together and know she was lucky that you were her best friend.

Your memories of her are literally something money can’t buy, so love the priceless gifts that you shared. Also, know that you should always be willing to make new and all kinds of friends. She would definitely want the best for you, Her best friend.

I wish you the best of success and happiness, hope this helps and wishing you all the best.