🤔 What CHALLENGE(s) Are YOU Facing RIGHT NOW?

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BeatleloverKT

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Wow you gave up ice cream and chocolate

cake at the same time! You’re my hero 😂

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KimberlyM389662

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Not very good. I lost my husband of 30 years in January. I am trying to figure out what to do now. I have an adult disabled son, he is profoundly autistic and has the mind of a 5 year old. He says Daddy's in heaven but he doesn't understand what heaven is. I had a very bad fall the end of 2020 which resulted in multiple traumatic fractures in my back. I ended up having to have a six level spinal fusion but, I now I have four bulging desks, bone spurs, and permanent nerve damage.

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Cadee2719

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Welcome to the family Kimberly. You will find caring, loving people on this site that truly understand what you are going through and want to help you. I lost my husband, son and brother within months and really thought "Why am I here?" The people on this site took me in their arms and reminded me constantly why I am here. They are gentle and loving and give good advice. Nicole is the glue to this site and devotes all her time and energy into checking in on us and making sure we are ok. I only have a son remaining near me so it is comforting to have people that understand and that I trust to talk to. Grief is something that takes time to process and even to ever accept. I am reminded by my friends that I am alive and I need to focus on living my best life. I am a novice on this site, still struggling day to day but my friends have taught me to: TAKE ONE STEP AT A TIME You made the first step by coming to the Grief & Loss site. Welcome Kimberly

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I lost one of my sister-in-laws this weekend. She was like a sister and almost the exact same age as my own sister. I had spoken to her not long ago and the news hit me like a giant blow! 🥲💔

Marcy

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mc6844

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I got my car returned from the repair shop. They did a good job and I appreciate the work and price. There was delay getting the part etc. A week without a car was too much for me. A neighbor, my adult kids, and Uber helped me get through it. I use a cane for balance issues. Bikes not an option for transport. I try not to worry about the future. Everything costs so much. I try to live as simply as possible for many reasons. I emphasize with everyone on this site and so many hard things to get through. And also just the daily challenges can be tedious and nerve racking. I keep you all in prayer. Take care!

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CarolD435501

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Today, I feel alone, scared, really missing my Love.....<Monroe.....I need to go to bed...but do not want to....I DO have a sweet doggie...A rescue...and she has rescured me....and I am thankful for her.....I am trying to stay away from the big wave......It will eventually give up...and I will be ....from it and have calm waters around me......Bless everyone grieving. and all are in my prayers......

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Carol @CarolD435501 , Remember Carol you are not alone. You will always have your love Monroe with you, you have your sweet dog who depends on you and we are here. It is so interesting that your post mentions the big wave and calm waters because I just posted a quote in the We are thinking of You thread. If you have a chance, you might want to check it out. Sending hugs and prayers.

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mc6844

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Dropping by to say hi! I remember you all in prayer. I just keep going. Grateful I can. Tho slowing down more. Lost my glasses. Walmart Vision Center got me new pair and only took 2 days! I highly recommened them. Life stuff and we keep on keeping on. For me, it's getting the energy to do things.

I was reading a post about decluttering. I recalled an article about that. It said leave some decluttering for your loved ones. It will help them to grieve.

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mc @mc6844 , Decluttering didn't help me at all when my Mom passed away. It seemed like a monumental task, but I did finally make it through her things. The decluttering task ahead of my husband's things feels like a big boulder crushing me. Clothing items and books were relatively easy but I have so many other things of his that take up a considerable amount of space in the house. I think I could write a counter perspective to the article you read. 😜

Marcy

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Lol, I bet you could Marcy @MarcyW882921 🤣😂

Nicole 🤗

✏@MarcyW882921 wrote:
mc @mc6844 , Decluttering didn't help me at all when my Mom passed away. It seemed like a monumental task, but I did finally make it through her things. The decluttering task ahead of my husband's things feels like a big boulder crushing me. Clothing items and books were relatively easy but I have so many other things of his that take up a considerable amount of space in the house. I think I could write a counter perspective to the article you read. 😜

Marcy✏

mc6844

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Maybe just filling one box or bag a day. Unless you're in a rush for some reason. Taking care of yourself is what's most important. Maybe asking a family member or friend to help you is the way to go. It can get to be too much.

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Thanks mc @mc6844 . We are talking about artwork and writings that my husband has invested countless hours creating, boxes of DVDs of his artwork, flash drives of his artwork, a computer and external hard drives, and an abundance of photography equipment. I've been in touch with a photography store twice, I dragged out all of the equipment and took photos as they had recommended, I sent them the photos, and haven't heard back from them. It's too overwhelming to think about so I am just trying to get through a remodeling project.

Marcy

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Hmmm, Marcy @MarcyW882921 , I am wondering IF these would be of "interest" to Florida Collectors, museums and schools.

Gosh, they need to finish your kitchen so I can stop by for dinner! 🙄

Nicole 🤗

✏@MarcyW882921 wrote:
Thanks mc @mc6844 . We are talking about artwork and writings that my husband has invested countless hours creating, boxes of DVDs of his artwork, flash drives of his artwork, a computer and external hard drives, and an abundance of photography equipment. I've been in touch with a photography store twice, I dragged out all of the equipment and took photos as they had recommended, I sent them the photos, and haven't heard back from them. It's too overwhelming to think about so I am just trying to get through a remodeling project.

Marcy✏

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As you say Nicole @SummerOnTheWay1 , One step at a time! I'll get through this remodel project, we'll have dinner and maybe I can start thinking about this other stuff. 😃

Marcy

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📎 Missing my daughter in Florida, I am in Virginia. 😭

Hang in there EVERYONE!!! 👍

Nicole 🤗🤗🤗