Jim's funeral

[Carolsos]

Hi guys, Jim funeral was yesterday at last, very good attended and he would have been smiling down at us as his kids did a good job. I had a lit of support from my family too. I am pleased to get it over with. I was not a blubbering mess as over this last month I have continued to cry. I think I am all cried out, so when the funeral came I had no more tears!! My daughter was very emotional as Jim meant a lot to her. She was only 14 when Jim and I met. I just have to sort out the caravan and get it sold! To tell you the truth I just cannot face it all atm. My sore throat went, but now I have a water infection. So am trying to get some antibiotics again for that! Am fed up of infections guys!! I only had yesterday off work and went back today. I have another month at work then a week's holiday. Next weekend I am going to Liverpool to see kat my daughter for a weekend away. Well take care everyone.

[Fruitandnutcase]

Oh Carol, I’m glad it’s over and you got through it. I know by the time it came to my mothers funeral I was totally all cried out. She had had a stroke and lasted in a coma for three weeks so it was almost like we did the mourning in advance.

Enjoy your weekend away with your daughter. Sounds like you are very low with the sore throat and water problem, you. If you get more antibiotics buy some probiotics to take at the same time to help your gut bacteria - antibiotics wipe out the good with the bad and some extra vitamin C if you can take it. You need to take your time with the caravan and everything and look after yourself. You did Jim proud fighting his corner and looking after him x

[julie1908]

Carol i am so sorry to hear that Jim has passed away and i send my heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Such a shame you couldn’t have got some compassionate leave from work just for yourself to breathe and some time to adjust. Such a horrible last year you have had. Bless you i hope you have a lovely weekend away and may Jim rest in peace 🙏🏻

[Eiram50]

really sorry to hear of your sad loss. My thoughts are with you 💜

[Deeb1764]

sending hugs Carol it’s been a rollercoaster of emotions and health issues BUT remember RA loves stress. Keep taking some moments of quiet and relaxation when you can 🥰

[Gnarli]

I'm glad the funeral went off reasonably well. So now it's time for you to care for yourself. You are probably worn out from caring so a weekend away with your daughter will help and your week off is something to look forward to. There's no rush to do it all straight away. The caravan can wait until you feel ready. Sending hugs

[Downtime]

So sorry to hear about Jim. You have my heartfelt condolences. You have had such a hard time. Be good to yourself and take time to sort things out when you feel ready. Enjoy your weekend away and holiday x

[springcross]

I'm glad it went well Carol. I wouldn't worry about getting the caravan sorted yet, give yourself time to recover as you've been through a lot. Hope you get those antibiotics soon. x

[wilbertjellyfish]

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[sylvi]

Sorry for your loss darling. xxxx

[Haz58]

Glad it went ok Carol. Such a sad time. No rush to sell the caravan. Do it when you feel up to it. Sending hugs. X

[Sheila_G]

The funeral is over now and you have to find your own way of coping. I have not been in your position and God willing won't for a long time but I know how hard grieving is and I know it is a cliche but time really is a great healer. I hope you have a lovely time with your daughter.

[Pippy25]

Sending my thoughts and wishes to you.

No need to rush to sell caravan, take your time and only when it feels right for you to do so.xx

[Monkeysmum]

Well done Carol for getting through it. Hope the antibiotics kick the water infection into touch quickly for you. Take care of yourself. 🤗

[barbieg]

I’m so pleased to read the funeral went well and you coped. I hope eventually you will be able to grieve a little less and remember the happy times you shared with Jim. Enjoy your weekend away and look after yourself.

[janmary]

Have a lovely weekend - time to relax now and put your own needs first

[allanah]

Sending love , its a horrible thing and I feel for you 💔

[katieoxo60]

Hello Carolsos, its common to get infections at such traumatic times. You need to take time for yourself now the funerals over to grieve in a different way to tears. Sounds like you are finding things to do, work although keeping you occupied can sometimes be difficult in the early days as its only human to ask if you are OK and that refreshes your thoughts of the person you have lost. I have been a widow for 20 years and still shed a tear in some situations. Enjoy your weekend away, but do take care of yourself and dont push yourself too much.xx

[Pulfs]

❤️

[Carolsos]

Thank you everyone for your kind replies. So lovely. Take care everyone.

[Ruth12345]

Thinking of you Carol. You have been through such a lot. As others have said, there is no need to hurry things. You will know when you are ready to sell the van. Most importantly you need to be kind to yourself. Take care 🌻

[Mmrr]

Sending kind thoughts

[Oshgosh]

xx