Here I sit alone. 5 days since my darling was murdered by stage 3 cancer. I know I have to get use to being alone, and if one more person tells me it'll get easier in time, how sorry they are or they will pray for me..... The pain is raw and as the sun goes down the loneliness increases. No one who's not been here before has no idea of how it really feels. A week ago I thought I knew, but its far worse. From the moment my darling breathed her last breath, until I have the blessed release of mine, I have a world of loneliness to suffer Family can only fill a few hours a week. The rest, it's just me, my thoughts and the darkness. But that my last breath would come tonight, as there is nothing but soul sucking loneliness to suffer.......
I've been reading your posts and have felt your pain through your words. What you write feels so familiar. Are we here to suffer? It feels so.
I am so sorry for your loss, I don't know what to tell you, its 10 months on for me and the emptiness and what you've expressed is still very real. I hope you can find some comfort with your children and grandchildren. Sending strength to you.
Hi Longshanks,
It’s Megan here from Macmillan’s Online Community team. I saw your post and wanted to let you know we have contacted you directly to offer some support.
We want to help you find some additional support so I hope the information can be helpful.
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I am so sorry for your loss. I am sad for you, for the pain you are going through. That you are feeling so lonely. One day at a time, maybe in time you will feel a little better. Huge hugs through the internet.
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