This was beautiful. You hit the nail on the head with the final "first." The forgetting. I actually have a clock set in my phone because I'm so afraid I'll forget it. But we move forward. We move through. We continue.
The world doesn't stop because we lose someone. Somehow, you find the strength to keep going, and yes, to forget; not your loved one, but the intensity of the loss. It doesn't go away, it changes. Love, Virg
I find hearing how your grief has evolved immeasurably helpful Rea. Thank you, as ever, for being so ‘real’, it helps me trust ‘the process’ so much more 🤗
I am struggling with milestones. I am experiencing all of the firsts you never want to experience alone. Seeing people who have started to come out the other side gives me hope.
Oh, Rea 💔 I felt every heartbreaking milestone with you. I'm so sorry for your heartbreak. It's unfathomable. You are an inspiration. Keep writing these stories 🤍
Thank you so much for sharing this part of yourself, and allowing yourself to be vulnerable with us. I'm truly sorry for what you've gone through. I can't imagine.
Thank you for the restack!
This was beautiful. You hit the nail on the head with the final "first." The forgetting. I actually have a clock set in my phone because I'm so afraid I'll forget it. But we move forward. We move through. We continue.
Thank you Melanie. That, we do. We can’t tarry in the past indefinitely. Sending love my friend.
Thank you so much for sharing this. I can't even begin to imagine what you are going through.
Thank you Siyabonga! We all have our crosses to bear.
You have so much light and love to give. Thank you for sharing this
Thank you Aliyah. 🙏💓
Oohh Rea.... those firsts.
You're so on point. Special dates will always be there and can be difficult, but not so very dark anymore. We are allowed to smile, be happy....
Yes Simona, we are. We will never forget, but we don’t get pulled down by the darkness now. Thank you for your kind comment. <3
I have an anniversary of death coming soon. Thank you for this.
Sending you love and peace Joe.
The world doesn't stop because we lose someone. Somehow, you find the strength to keep going, and yes, to forget; not your loved one, but the intensity of the loss. It doesn't go away, it changes. Love, Virg
True that Virg. 💞
I find hearing how your grief has evolved immeasurably helpful Rea. Thank you, as ever, for being so ‘real’, it helps me trust ‘the process’ so much more 🤗
It gets easier with time Esther. Thank you for reading and being here. Sending love. ❤️
I am struggling with milestones. I am experiencing all of the firsts you never want to experience alone. Seeing people who have started to come out the other side gives me hope.
It is hell Chris. I didn't think I would survive it. You are in my thoughts. Take one day at a time, and even only one moment at a time. 💗
I'm so grateful that you had the strength to build your life up again after it fell apart so many times. You are a inspiration ♥️
Thank you Maralet. You have been a rock!
Oh, Rea 💔 I felt every heartbreaking milestone with you. I'm so sorry for your heartbreak. It's unfathomable. You are an inspiration. Keep writing these stories 🤍
Thank you for your support Marcia. <3
You’re so welcome, Rea xx
I’m simultaneously heartbroken for you and in awe of your strength, Rea. You’re making so many people feel seen through your writing.
Thank you for your lovely words Lindsay. I appreciate it. ❤️
Broke my heart reading this. Raw and powerful. Thanks for sharing
Thank you for reading and your kind comment.
Oh yes. All of this. Yes.
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I’m so glad you found a way to live and breathe again. You are a force, and I see you. Sending so much love to you.
Thank you Stephanie. 💞💞
Thank you so much for sharing this part of yourself, and allowing yourself to be vulnerable with us. I'm truly sorry for what you've gone through. I can't imagine.
Thank you for your kind words Suswati! I appreciate it.