My husband died at home 3 weeks ago. His funeral was yesterday. I was dreading it but in the end I think we did him proud. Both my daughters read and a friend did the eulogy. It was so hard walking away and leaving him.
Today I just feel empty and looking into the future without him is so painful. I have some very good friends who keep me sane and my four small grandchildren bring some light into the darkness. His family meant everything to my husband so I feel I should enjoy them now for his sake. He far outlived his prognosis and I am so grateful he got to meet all four children. It is nice to read messages from people in the same position. I hope we can all find a glimmer of light each day.
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