The Devestation

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Thank you everyone who commented on my first two bloggs.

 

My life has just become a nightmare as I lost my dear wife Liz on Monday afternoon19th October.

I lay in bed with her for 48 hours, only moving to allow nurses to do their marvelous work and change her driver,

She seemed to deteriorate rapidly over the previous weekend as the reallity started to hit home I became so selfishly upset.....

I held her head on my arm and held each hand as I constantly chatted to her every second of those final 2 days, occasional responses to memories gave me comfort as the coincidental timing was perfect.

my 2 sons of 25 and 29 were so strong and helpful as we ensured Liz remained at home in the very best of comfort and care .

My 34 years marriage to her has not affected my intense Love for her, I litterally worship the ground she walked, the air she would breath, her every word, her wonderful smile, her menacing frown.....

Her pain has gone leaving mine to begin again....my life has a missing link, my sadnes is unexplainable,  My huge support by friends and family still doesn't satisfy this incredible lonliness.

I look at her bag of drugs we attacked 4 times a day, now standing untouched for over 2 weeks, her clothes hange motionless in her neatly organised wardrobes, I see the sadness as new reduced size clothes recently purchased spark the memories of a struggle round Marks and Spencers.

Her beautifull smell wafts arround the whole house triggering constant tears to redden my cheeks with a tenderness of heartache attatched.

My support is strong, my family is doing anything to keep me occupied with insignificant discussion that seems to muffle in the background....my sons are hurting too, but they never take their eyes off me, passing me a never ending supply of tissues.

The speed of the end is too fast, Registration, Funeral arrangements, Insurance,..It all seems so obscene.

My fight to earn is over, I question my love of gardening, did I like gardening, YES....... I did it for Liz....... I enjoyed making her happy,  but now.......whats the point ? maybe things will change,,,,, so I am constantly informed....but it doesn't change how I feel right now.......

Thank you all for support and even laughter on these sites, its been a massive comfort as it actually helps not to be the only one.

God Bless you all

GOD BLESS LIZ

 

 

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  • FormerMember
    FormerMember

    to phil and your 2 sons

    liz will be watching over you today and always

    my thoughts and prayers are with you at this very saddest of times

    xNx

  • FormerMember
    FormerMember

    I have followed your blogs with interest and I am so, so sorry to hear of that Liz has lost her battle. I was so moved by your story and wish you all the luck and strength in the world at this very hard time. Your dedication and love for your wife is so strong, the memories will never leave you.

    Look after yourself and take care

    Lynne   xx

  • FormerMember
    FormerMember

    what beautiful words for a beautiful relationship, all those memories of all those years together are yours forever Phil.

    My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family and a special one just for Liz.

    take acre love Terri xxx

  • FormerMember
    FormerMember

    I am so very sorry for your loss. Your story is so much like mine. 3 years ago I lost my beloved I adored him and him me. It has taken a very very long time to get through those years. I have come through with the help of my family and friends and the love of my darling husband which I know is still with me. Let your grief flow, make yourself a priority do whatever you feel like doing, nothing is wrong at this time. Oneday I promise you will realise that your love for Liz doesn't hurt anymore but is a great comfort to you as will be your memories, I could not think of the good times for a very long time they hurt more than the bad memories but now I can. I also know that my beloved is with me during my own fight with this dreadful disease. I am sending you comforting arms to hug you. Take care lots of love Julie XX

  • FormerMember
    FormerMember

    This evil bl--dy disease not only takes our lives but those of our loved ones. I have so much guilt for the sadness I bring to my family and I could never wish for more support than they now give me. Your wife too knew the support and love that surrounded her and she wants you to be strong for your children. The sadness will probably never leave you but the memories will lessen the pain in time. Thank you for such a deep and heartfelt posting of how you feel at such an awful time. My love and thoughts go out to you and I truly hope that it will ease your pain a little.

    Jackie x