1st Xmas

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FormerMember

29 Dec 2010

Well, we survived the first Christmas without Dad, it felt weird and I definitely didn't feel in the Christmas spirit at all. I would much rather have hibernated until the New Year when all the hype and fuss was over.

Mum had a little wobble on Christmas Day but I think she is finally letting a bit out. She admits herself that she was never allowed to show her feelings, she puts it down to old stiff upper lip parents and boarding school. Personally, I would explode if I couldn't express myself.

My best friend lost her Mum just before Christmas 2009, so she knows exactly what I'm going through, i don't need to explain anything to her, she just gets it.

I just hope 2011 will be calmer and happier.

FormerMember over 14 years ago

It was my first Xmas without my husband, It was just awful even the kids did not have a good time, I just broke my hears over something stupid like making a trifle as that was not my job it was his, We struggled through but thank goodness it is past, Love to you and your family xx
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FormerMember over 14 years ago

Hi Ashley,

The first is the worst if you can get over that you are on the road to the future. Iam like you I cant let my emotions build up I have to let them go, once you have done that you do feel better. So 2011 will be

happier and calmer. You look after yourself.

Take care and be safe Big Hugs Love Sarsfield.xx
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FormerMember over 14 years ago

Hi Ashley, this was my first xmas without my dad too. I was dreading it. On the day I spoke to mum in the morning and she was really tearful, saying she couldn't go out with us as she would waste the day for everyone. I broke down too, but told her that we would all get through it together, and we did.

I'm now dreading New Year, but am sure I will survive it (hopefully) without too many tears.

I hope 2011 is a much better year for you and remember you are not alone. There are plenty of us who understand how you are feeling.

Take care, Christine xx
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