28-06-2024 07:35 PM - edited 28-06-2024 07:48 PM
28-06-2024 07:35 PM - edited 28-06-2024 07:48 PM
Just a brief little vent,
We lost my father-in-law yesterday.
I have been supporting Dad since mum passed 5 years ago,
For the past 18 months since transitioning to age care, advocating and visiting daily.
Now feeling lost p*$$3d off and angry, about what I don't know.
Trying to hold it together for my darling who struggles to hold it together on a good day. And for our 3 boys.
We have some amazing supports around us though so most grateful for that.
And Dads transition to passing was peaceful and mercifully brief so grateful for that also.
28-06-2024 07:48 PM
28-06-2024 07:48 PM
Hey @Determined
so sorry you lost your father in law.
Guessing you are under lots of strain.
Good to see you.
28-06-2024 07:50 PM
28-06-2024 07:50 PM
I lost my Dad 19 years ago, taking nothing away from my own Dad,
Dad(in-law) has been like a Dad to me for more than 25 years.
So blessed to have had him and mum-in-law in my life.
28-06-2024 07:56 PM
28-06-2024 07:56 PM
Hugs @Determined ,
My sincere condolences for your loss. I'm sorry to hear how difficult things are at the moment. You have every right to feel angry and upset.
Please know we are thinking of you, upholding you and sitting with you.
28-06-2024 08:18 PM
28-06-2024 08:18 PM
Ohh @Determined
Soo sorry about your news , sending you lots of understanding hugs my friend 🧡
Sitting with you 💕 and how is your wife and 3 boys ?
29-06-2024 02:56 AM
29-06-2024 02:56 AM
So sorry for your loss @Determined ….. go gently on yourself. The feelings will roller-coaster all over the place, and anger is one of them. So glad for the positives you can see, but loss is loss, and with so much else to deal with daily it can seem so unfair, even if that is illogical.
Peace be with you ….. 🤍🌹
29-06-2024 07:02 PM
29-06-2024 07:02 PM
Darling and 3 boys are holding together ok at the moment.
S3 (8yo) has been remarkably mature and such a joy and encouragement.
He has had moments of tears but has also a remarkable faith based outlook on life with out his Pa.
Other than that it is like we are all holding our breath at least until the funeral.
30-06-2024 04:37 PM
30-06-2024 04:37 PM
02-07-2024 07:46 AM
03-07-2024 09:46 PM
03-07-2024 09:46 PM
I'm so sorry for your loss @Determined sending you lots of love and happiness ❤️ take care.
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