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bereavement

Discussion in 'LGBT Later in Life' started by bayside, Mar 30, 2014.

  1. bayside

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    Today is, for some reason, the worst day since Nov. 10, when my parter of 53 years died. I guess I just needed to say that.
     
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    I'm so sorry. I can't really say I know how it feels.
    Virtual hugs(*hug*)
     
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    I'm sorry to hear that, you have my love. Wish I could say or do more.
     
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    im so sorry to hear that. 53 years that's amazing. you must have very much in love. what's going on right now in your life that it the worse day since you lost your partner? perhaps talking about it will help. hugs to you.
     
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    Do you have good network of friends supporting you?
    Are you having bereavement counselling?
    All these things may help.
    53 years is amazing !!
    (*hug*)
     
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    so sorry for your loss :frowning2: (*hug*)
     
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    Yes, I think you did need to say that. To help get it out and move on to tomorrow which might be a better day, most likely will.

    Hello, hug sent!(*hug*)
     
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    We needed to hear that, to remind us that love can be just as durable and long lasting for a gay couple as for a straight married couple, whether we are married or not. (*hug*)
     
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    53 years is a long time to be with someone. You are still coping from the shock of loosing your partner, November wasn't that long ago, it will take time to come to terms with what has happened. (*hug*)

    Lots and lots of love to you. Molly x
     
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    Such a sad post!! Losing a loved one is one of the hardest things to do! Someone you shared you whole life with and new you unconditionally.. It's very special!!

    Big hugs!! Hope you find peace soon!!
     
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    I'm so sorry. =/ If there's anything else you need to share about what's going on for you right now, I'm here for you. I can't say I've been there before myself, but I can imagine how you must be feeling. My thoughts are with you!
     
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    Oh my god, I'm hurting for you.

    Also, you're now my hero. That's a fantastic amount of time. I want that so bad!! (Sadly already too old).

    Sir I hope you're doing ok through this. We love and respect you here.
     
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    Thanks for sharing.

    Can you tell us how you met?
     
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    I'm sorry and I am glad you told us x