My Mum passed away on her birthday after an 18 month battle with terminal cancer of the cervix. I dreamt about her last night.
I dreamt I was in an 80s nightclub because that’s what Mum used to like to do when she was younger and going out with my Dad. I dreamt that the anniversary was approaching and from some bizarre reason (?!) I was out drinking and remember thinking that I can’t think about ‘the day’ and ‘Mum’ because I’ll get upset and start crying and will ruin the evening for everyone else. I went to the toilet with my friend and when we came back our group of friends had gone. We went looking for them and I caught a glimpse of my Mum. She looked young like I remember her from photos of dates with my Dad. She had come looking for me, to find me. I ran after her and I when I managed to get to her, she was with my friends. I hugged her for a long time and that’s where my dream ended.
It’s just made me feel so sad and I’ve been tearful all day. I miss her so much.
Awww I’m so sorry to hear that. Mum’s are so special and having to live without them is horrible. I had 18 months to accept I would lose my Mum and it still completely took the wind out of me and nearly a year later it’s not any easier. I’m trying to do something positive though and plan a nice day to remember her. Me & my family are going down to Newquay for the weekend as Mum loves it there. I’m going to buy her some lovely flowers, play Bay City Rollers as that was her favourite band growing up and try and have a special day for her. Sending you all the strength I can to get you through these next few days, weeks and months. Just take small steps, that’s all you can do right now. Lots of love to you and your family.
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That sound like such a wonderful, comforting and positive way to spend that very painful but very special day. A day to remember, as it should be and a way of bringing you closer to her and everything she was while still here.
Thank you for your kind words. I got some great advice to just take it one hour at a time, which helps. Taking it one day at a time seems incredibly daunting.
Sending you strength and love back xx
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