Hi everyone
I am just trying to navigate myself around the site. Still struggling, but thought I would try and make a temporary place for the WTBT folk as we are all wandering round like lost souls at the moment- don't know if this will work- but worth a shot while Mac try and resurrect the old thread
Love Ali xxx
Victoria- waving you a sad hello x Hoping that you are ok in these early days. The people here are so wonderful, take all you can from this site.
Tasha x
Dear Pam123, What an amazing tribute to your wonderful Tony. I'm sure he'd be proud of you all.
I hope the next few days and weeks will be kind to you-I'm sure your dog will keep you busy and get you out and about. I'm sure she'll also be there to share your tears x It's your time now Pam, and the new adventures and challenges will be something you know you can face, because you are coping with the hardest thing anyone in this world ever has to.
Tasha x
Dearest MrsSG may peace be the journey to your beautiful husband, love & strength to you and your children.
Pam, glad that as funerals go, it was the way you wanted for your beloved husband. I hope that the peace and quiet of the house will not be too harsh on you.
As always love & strength to all who want or need it xxx
Dear MrsSG,
I'm so so sorry to hear of your loss - sending love and strength to you and your children (both the same age as my two, I notice). Thinking of you all.
Debbie xxxx
Pam, I knew that you'd have a fanstastic celebration of Tony's life and you've done him so proud. You really have made his life perfection.
Coping with "normal" life afterwards can be a strain, especially when people want to give you space to grieve. Invite people over as much as you can, it will ease the lonliness somewhat.
Sam. So sorry to have to read of Dominic. As with many of of followers, you've done an amazing job in caring for your dear husband and you've given him the absolute best that you could. It's been such a long journey for you, but with no less love and devotion.
And so our Survivor's Club grows in membership.
Mrs SG, I am so sorry to read of your loss. The sadness must be overwhelming.
We joined this journey at the same time as my dad was diagnosed just before your husband and I've always admired your strength and dignity.
May the upcoming days, weeks and months be gentle on you.
My thoughts are with you and your lovely children. Sleep peacefully MrSG.
With much love,
Naomi xx
Pam
I am glad to read that the last part of Tony's journey went smoothly and was just as you both had wanted it. Your son is far braver than I was - my sister read a poem but I couldn't say a word. How proud Tony would be of him.
I like your choice of songs - dad came in to Nillson's "Carousel" and left us to the sound of The Eagles' "Sad Cafe". Both songs bring me great comfort now and I had thought it would be quite the opposite.
I had expected to feel empty and flat after the funeral but in fact I felt renewed and ready to plough on. It was as if it was the last thing I had had to "get through". My mum on the other hand was the complete reverse. Like Pete says, everyone was being very respectful and British and giving her space to grieve when in fact she needed to be around people. Everyone is different and you will find peace with what is best for you.
The fact that your children are ready to go back to university and complete their studies is testament to what great kids they are. Tony wouldn't want their lives to come to a standstill and they know that.
Take care Pam, you know where I am if you need an ear.
With love,
Naomi xx
Mrs SG- so sorry to hear your news...thinking of you and your two little ones very much....
Pam- it sounds like you arranged a day that would have made your Tony proud. Glad everything went okay there.You take care there as you find your new pathway..
Lots of people going through tricky times at the moment- thinking of Julie and any one else going through difficult times... take care there.
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