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In reply to the discussion: Tough times [View all]Rebl2
(14,681 posts)12. First I am sorry for
your loss. Hospice normally has a service that you can call and ask to speak with someone or a group you can join. I know that may not sound appealing, but consider it.
As far as your Mother getting a clean bill of health. It might be your Mom said nothing to her doctor about problems she was having. You would be surprised how many people ignore symptoms or say nothing to their doctor because they are afraid.
I lost my Dad in August, but he was in his nineties and yes its sad, but he lived a good long life.
Holidays seem to make things even worse for those missing their loved ones. Please consider getting help. I dont know if this helps, but just think about it.
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I feel so bad for you. I lost my mom over 30 years ago, I was 39 I still cry sometimes
Walleye
Nov 2021
#2
After several calls from Hospice, I finally called them 6 months after the death of my Mom.
beveeheart
Nov 2021
#24
I don't blame myself...but just question whether she could have fought back.
Drunken Irishman
Nov 2021
#29
I went through a similar situation, my mom passed three months ago, my dad many years ago
Escurumbele
Nov 2021
#25
Thank you. It was a long time ago. Daily life is easier, but I still tear up at times. I hope
GPV
Nov 2021
#60
You know, the grief never goes away, but trust me, son, you learn to live with it because...
NNadir
Nov 2021
#46
I, too, had to make the decision to put my mom in hospice. She lasted two weeks. She passed on 7
alwaysinasnit
Nov 2021
#49
Awwwww, sweetie, I'm so sorry about this. So sorry about this struggle you have to face.
calimary
Nov 2021
#55