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Bereavement
In reply to the discussion: My wife's death. First time I'm posting. [View all]kairos12
(13,269 posts)82. Dear LoisB
To receive the heart of someone is an immense gift. Thank you. Peace and serenity to you.
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My condolences. But for a stroke of luck, I would have been posting something similar
DFW
Jun 2024
#4
Holding you in my heart. May you find consolation in 40 years of memories. n/t
TygrBright
Jun 2024
#6
I will be thinking of you all day and throughout these days. I can understand and I grieve for you too.
hlthe2b
Jun 2024
#9
All my blessings and sympathies to you. I can't even imagine, but aware that either my wife or I will have to face it.
Doodley
Jun 2024
#13
We're at Year 48 this year, and not a day goes by when I don't wonder which of us is gonna leave first.
calimary
Jun 2024
#22
I am so sorry for your unimaginable loss. I am also sorry you've been bearing it for this last year.
marble falls
Jun 2024
#24
One foot in front of the other. I know you will pull through. It is so wise you see his time with you as a blessing ...
marble falls
Jun 2024
#104
My Condolences and sympathy to you Kairos12, such a long marriage must contain many wonderful
ShazamIam
Jun 2024
#49
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope you can find a sense of peace during this time
Maraya1969
Jun 2024
#54
Thanks for letting us know. That must have been an awful three years for her. Hope you will be OK. ED
Evolve Dammit
Jun 2024
#63
What a painful thing to go through. I'm sure she was glad you were there with her.
flying_wahini
Jun 2024
#66
So many complex facets to the grief of losing one's life partner. Sending strength to you
Attilatheblond
Jun 2024
#117