Hi Nicole. Today I donated several bags of my husband medical supplies and some of his clothes. I hope someone can use them. One more step taken. Sunday, went to lunch with two friends and it was really nice to get out of the house. I originally thought of making an excuse as to why I could not go, but was glad that I did. I found that it really made my day. My grandson will return from college next week and it will be so nice to see him again. I know that I have to begin living my life but I shy away from the attempts to do so. I need to try harder. I hope that everyone is doing well.

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MarcyW882921

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It's so good to hear from you @Cadee2719! This is a great day for you! Donating some things to benefit others, getting out socially, and looking forward to your grandson's visit. Take it easy on yourself...I think you are doing just fine. 🙂

jonibee

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Just checking in to say hello and hope everyone is doing well with dealing with loss...It will be seven months tomorrow which also is my 81st birthday...I am or have been trying to tie up loose ends ..things started but not completed on house maintenance..Things that had to be shelved because of the care taking and passing of my husband...I have to thank those who allowed me a grieving time but like all things we must start to move forward with little steps ...There have been set backs but nothing remains the same and I have learned by my experiences..Hopefully each day will improve over the last..some days are easier than others but I try to keep busy and remember the good times and memories made with each other..Now to get things going on the home front again.

mc6844

Community Champion ⭐⭐

I identify with the house situation. Having had to put house maintenance on hold too. But I'm getting caught up. It's good to know we can get it done. Just don't pull a muscle like I did! Take care. After all, the houses will be here after us!

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ChaviB814890restAuthor

Community Manager

(4 comments) Dear Carol, WE are here IF you need us!

So sorry for your loss!!! 😭

Grief & Loss Team 🤎🤗

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CarolD435501

Contributor ⭐⭐

It is so hard,,,,,lost my husband of 32 years April 15th 2023....some days I seem to go forward,,,and then I fall back more days then I gained.....How long do I have to feel this,,,,no one knows,,,,but talking the others may help.../.

BeatleloverKT

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@CarolD435501 I am so sorry for your loss.

I lost my husband in 2018 and you are exactly where I was in the beginning. Some days you move forward, some you move back. In the beginning it’s a lot of moving back. Your loss is so current. You must not be hard on yourself. It is a process and everyone goes thru it differently. I have more good days than bad now but every now and then something will trigger an absolute meltdown. Please look on the thread about books. There’s a post by me about a book that may help you. And remember we are here for you. We are all in this together so keep posting how you’re doing 💜

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ChaviB814890restAuthor

Community Manager

(1 comment) Sweet Dreams! 🤗🤎

📸doggie goodnight .gif attached📸

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MarcyW882921

Community Champion ⭐⭐

Ahhh how sweet is that? He grabbed his blanky and settled in for the night!

May we all find a source of comfort that helps us to feel safe and cozy for a good night's sleep.

Marcy

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ChaviB814890restAuthor

Community Manager

(1 comment) It's Friday and a day I "try" to stay off the road. Lol, between the folks "rushing" around on payday or heading out of town - me and my Old Lady (2006 Hyundai Elantra) best NOT be out there. Hope EVERYONE is okay, Nicole 🤎🤗

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MarcyW882921

Community Champion ⭐⭐

Doing well and I'm glad you weren't out on the roads on crazy day!

Marcy

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ChaviB814890restAuthor

Community Manager

(1 comment) Well it is that time again - Trash and Mailbox Night! And Walh.ll TOMORROW 😭😭

Anyone want go instead of me?/lol 🤣😂

Nicole 🙃

📸Trash .gif📸

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Cadee2719

Community Champion ⭐

THIS is funny. YOU are funny. 😀

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ChaviB814890restAuthor

Community Manager

(3 comments) What an AWESOME team WE have!!! 🥳💃

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MarcyW882921

Community Champion ⭐⭐

I thought of you last night Nicole as I was picking up my curbside order from Walmart. 🙂 I hope your holiday goes smoothly!

Marcy

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ChaviB814890restAuthor

Community Manager

(1 comment) Lol, YES - I was NOT at Walmart!! 💃🥳

Glad you mentioned "curbside pickup" Marcy @MarcyW882921 . There was this "tiny" furbaby 🐕 strutting by me at my LAST Walmart trip. She/he had on "clothes" that said "curbside service"....

I chuckled and had hoped I would get a "minute" to doggie chat. Lol, oh NO, kept on moving.

The couple said thank you to my comment about the ADORABLE outfit.

Hmmm, I see a Walmart MASCOT....$$$$ 😉

Nicole 🤎🤗

▶️@MarcyW882921 wrote:
I thought of you last night Nicole as I was picking up my curbside order from Walmart. 🙂 I hope your holiday goes smoothly!

Marcy◀️

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ChaviB814890restAuthor

Community Manager

(1 comment) So GOOD hearing from you @mc6844 TODAY!!!! 💃🥳

mc6844

Community Champion ⭐⭐

@Anonymous wrote:
So GOOD hearing from you @mc6844 TODAY!!!! 💃🥳

I hope everyone on this grief thread has an easy day. Take care!

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ChaviB814890restAuthor

Community Manager

(3 comments) So GOOD to hear from you TODAY Marcy @MarcyW882921 💃🥳

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MarcyW882921

Community Champion ⭐⭐

Thanks. It's good to know somebody is out there.

Marcy

mc6844

Community Champion ⭐⭐

I agree Marcy! I hope you all are taking good care of yourselves.

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ChaviB814890restAuthor

Community Manager

(3 comments) Just "watched" this YouTube video and it was just what I needed! Maybe it will "touch" someone's INSIDES today. Nicole 🤗🤎

For those waiting for life to happen - YouTube

👉Link to video. 👈

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MarcyW882921

Community Champion ⭐⭐

Yes we are faced with all of those questions aren't we? Who am I? What am I going to do with my life? Are we going to become passive observers or will we "seize the day?"

mc6844

Community Champion ⭐⭐

Thinking about new things is hopeful! Thanks for the reminder!

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