My husband died in my arms on the 2nd May (2009) - what happens now?

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My husband - Chris - died on the 2nd May 2009 because he had anal cancer. He knew he was going and we spoke about lots and lots of things before he died. That is why I am just not prepared for the huge amount of guilt I feel now. I feel guilty that the world hasn't stopped turning round even though he has died. I feel like everything should stop as a mark of respect. I also feel very guilty that he had to be so ill he had to die. What a cruel cruel thing it is to make someone so ill their body just stops working. I wasn't ready for him to go. I really really hope these are normal feelings because I must hang on to my sanity for the sake of my 3 children. I have never known sadness like I feel right now. I can't believe that I will not hear his voice or feel his touch again. We were married for almost 32 years and I have known Chris for 34 years - since I was 16. What happens now? Ailsa

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    Well, I did it! You would have laughed to see me , complete with protective goggles, strimming away, then the damn thing stopped because I flooded the engine and the air was a delicate shade of blue while I told it what I thougt of it and then realised that some people had stopped to listen! whoops!
    Anyway, another obstacle conquered - I'll be fixing hand dryers back on walls next, you just wait! Lynne perhaps you ought to take Helen and me with you next time you go out, and we'll bring our tools with us to clear up afer you!!!! (Still chuckling about that one!)

    sue x
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    Right Helen it looks like i'll have to come and keep you company and anything could happen then , its hard when you get so down but you are allowed , you've been doing so well Paul would be so proud of you , Hope your feeling better soon , i know the feeling well ..
    Sue poor Stan , what a good idea i could do with someone to clean up my mayem ,..

    Lynnexxxxxxxx
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    Hi everyone. Well done with the strimmer Sue! - I think.

    Sorry you are feeling anti-social Helen but then so am I. I think my son and his girlfriend are planning on coming round here tonight. I hope they don't rush round coz I feel like a little time to myself. Did some retail therapy this afternoon. Decided to treat myself to something new to wear back to work on Monday. Got some nice earrings from M & S as well. I've put some fish in the oven and I am about to open some wine. Anyone need one poured?

    I am coming down a bit from the camping now. I am sure I will be better at it next year. I missed xfactor last week so I am looking forward to it tonight.

    I will take your advice and take it steady with the dancing Kaz. I want to fix my back not make it worse.

    You are right about my doctor Debs. He just made me feel like what I was feeling was 'normal' and it was up to me not him to deal with it. Stuff him anyway - I know I can rely on friends on here to cheer me up. My kids will help as well.
    Best go check on the fish. Ailsa xx

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    Well done Ailsa , hope the fish is ok , wine sounds good , bring on the x factor xxxxxxxx
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    Ooh a night in with Lynne!!!! Would be fun I`m sure xxx It`s crazy really isn`t it, last night I was moaning I was lonely and now I`ve got the chance to go out I don`t want to!!!

    Enjoy the fish and wine Ailsa, might have one myself later.

    I gave up on the curtain rail, it involves drilling holes and all sorts, afraid I will have to give in and ask Father in law. He has offered to do it for me!!

    Enjoy X factor everyone, I`ve given in and put the fire on so nice and cosy xxx
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    I've poured a few wines for those who want them! Then we can pull a chair up to Helen's fire and get cozy. Might need to put my central heating on now! Bring on x factor. Ailsa xx
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    My fires on too , thanks for the wine Ailsa , lovely xxx
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    See full size imagei'll get the chockie , before Kaz gets here xx






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    chocolate? Where?
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    Your getting as bad as Kaz Sue xxx