So Sad!

[mcglada0]

I’m 68. It’s 6 years today since my dad died and I’m still so sad. I miss him so much. I have a wonderful husband, kids and 3 adorable grandkids. I’m so lucky yet my heart is heavy. Thank you for listening.

[Weenibzie]

We're all thinking of u today x

[mcglada0 in reply to Weenibzie]

Thank you

[mcglada0]

Thank you for caring x

[bobbybobb]

It's been 15 years for me and I miss my Dad every day. We must have had the best Dad's to miss them so much. x

[mcglada0 in reply to bobbybobb]

You are correct. Those of us who had wonderful parents who gave unconditional love are so lucky. I feel so lucky to have this group of friends here who will listen and support us in times of sadness as well as I’ll health. Thank you for talking to me. Xx

[Lou1054]

There is no time limit for grief, feel how you feel and talk about it often. xxx

[mcglada0 in reply to Lou1054]

Thank you. It has been so good to talk to all of the kind, understanding people here. X

[mcglada0]

Thank you for your kind words. If we are lucky enough to have been given our parents unconditional love then parting from them has to be painful.

[Robbie138]

It doesn’t get any easier with time, we learn to live with it. I lost my mum 20yrs ago and my dad 5yrs. Their is not a day goes past that I don’t think of them. I kind of feel like an orphan as I could have went to them with or about anything they were always there for us, their love was unconditional It made me feel secure. Sadly 💔💔 now.

I hope today wasn’t too tough

Take care

🤗🤗😘

[mcglada0 in reply to Robbie138]

Thank you for your kind words. I know that many of us miss our parents so much. I hope that you have a loving family and friends.

[Robbie138 in reply to mcglada0]

Your welcome, it doesn’t help your sadness but it lets you know your not on your own. I have a loving family , but since my mum died I’ve retreated from the world, family was and still is a big part of my life. Friends come and go.

Thank you for asking. xx

[Dinkie]

I know exactly how you feel. My dear Dad died the same time as Princess Diana and I still get days when I am very sad. When I was particularly down a very wise friend said to me "time does not heal but it will stem the flow of tears" and to an extent I think she was right. My poor old Dad never got the chance to retire and enjoy his hobbies of bird watching and fishing. So I make sure I have time for my hobbies even though I am working still. Here's a hug for all those missing a loved one

[mcglada0 in reply to Dinkie]

Thank you for your wise and kind words. I agree that we have to try and embrace every day - even when it’s hard to do so. X

[Rose54]

I am sure he will be smiling down at you today sending you a big hug and a kiss

Hugs from me to

[mcglada0 in reply to Rose54]

Thank you. I’m sure that he will be doing that. X

[honeybug]

Hi mcgladaO

😊🌸🌿🦋

I tried to respond sooner but site snafus prevented it.

I’m sooo sorry for your loss and grieving. How well I understand this. It’s been 35 years since I lost my little boy in Jan. I spent about 30 of those years grieving hard crying oceans of tears. Every treasured procession picture memory I wailed. I couldn’t talk about him with being overcome with drowning grief. Then I happened to watch a TV show that spoke on grief. I learned that it’s okay to grieve. But if that’s all you do you don’t recognize nor celebrate that special unique most treasured life. It took time and for the last 5 years I’ve been able to replace my overwhelming sadness and grief with joy and celebration. I smile with every memory every possession every picture. My heart and mind floods with warmth and joy. I keep his pictures out and talk to him all of the time now.

I still have my tearful moments but they are far and few between.

It’s okay to grieve and be sad but don’t forget to celebrate too.

Hugs and love mcgladaO.

😊🌸🌿🦋🙏🤗💗😘

[mcglada0 in reply to honeybug]

Thank you so much for replying. Your text is so uplifting! You have had a terrible loss but have managed to now focus on and remember all the wonderful happy times that you had with your son. I do that with my dad too but as you know, it’s hard. I really appreciate you caring enough to send me kind words. You sound a lovely, kind person. I am so glad that you have many treasured memories of your little boy. Xx

[honeybug in reply to mcglada0]

Thank you dear.

Something to keep close to your heart is that you have 50 % of your genes 🧬 from your dad. When my beloved dad passes that will give me comfort to know he is always with me. Maybe this will help you too sweetie. I hope so.

Grieving is one of the hardest things to do.

Hope you have a great weekend dear.

🤗🤗🤗💗💗💗😘😘😘🙏🙏🙏😊🌸🌿🦋🙏

[mcglada0 in reply to honeybug]

Thank you. It would have been his 100th birthday tomorrow so we are going to celebrate by remembering all the happy times with my dad. My kids loved him so much too . I know that he had a good long life and I’m glad he is now at peace . I think with parents if they live a long, good life we can take comfort from that thought. However, as you know we still miss them and some days are just a bit harder.

I hope you are doing well and managing to enjoy the weekend. 😘xx

[honeybug in reply to mcglada0]

Hi dear. Oh how wonderful that it’s his 💯 th birthday tomorrow. It’ll be bittersweet but I think it’s so lovely for your family to celebrate 🎉 his life.

My beloved Grandma Seaton’s 122 birthday was October 27th. I too celebrated that special day.

Regardless of how long they have with us it’s never enough once they’re gone.

Thank you sweetie. You and your family have a great weekend and I hope it’s as painless as possible too.

xxx

[mcglada0 in reply to honeybug]

Thanks for your kind and caring replies. Xx

[honeybug in reply to mcglada0]

You’re welcome sweetie. xx