One year, six months and one day on . .

Less than one minute read time.

That's how long it is since my eldest daughter passed away.  I wrote a blog during her illness and have decided to start one up again.

Grief is a monster.  It sneaks up on you, sometimes when you least expect it.   Last weekend I went to a Trophy Shop in town to purchase an award to present in memory of Melissa.  It is awarded to the pupil who shows enthusiam or inspires others in a particular lesson or subject. 

The inscription on the award is . . . . "To inspire is within us all"

Today is a bad day.  My head is spinning, I have a headache.  I'm on anti depressants.  I'm trying not to let those around me see how much I am hurting.  My thoughts pass from what we did, to what we'll never do again. 

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  • FormerMember
    FormerMember

    Ian,

    I am in tears reading your story.  Maybe it's cold comfort right now but the fact that you are doing so much in memory of Melissa will help other sufferers and raise awareness.

    You sound a lovely, caring person and I think your idea of starting a blog again is a great idea.  Write everything down - no matter what, even if it's for your eyes only.  

    Sending you a huge hug and even a peck on the cheek.

    Lorraine

    x

  • FormerMember
    FormerMember

    Hi Ian,

    There is the saying," time is a great healer " I dont belive a word. A sound, a noise, a thought and everything comes rushing back. All the good times such memories to cherish. Melissa had a wonderful loving dad.

    Take care Sarsfield.