Newbie & Sad

Losing a parent
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Hello everyone, I’m so pleased I found this forum to let off some steam and be around others who will empathise with me.

My Mam died in July 2014 so when Christmas came around, yes the empty chair at the table was heartbreaking, but because I’d had five months of grieving, it was palatable and my family got me through it.

16 days ago, I lost my wonderful dad to prostate cancer, he was 85.

Six days after he died my daughter and I put the Christmas tree up and some lights and I thought it was a good thing however yesterday was the first day I’ve really had any time to really sit and think about what has gone on and I don’t really want to do Christmas at all. We all lived in the same house together and it’s very hard going into the room where he watched TV for him not to be there.

My daughter has been a wonderful support to me, my son not so and my husband is a waste of space.

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Hello @BunnySlave,

Thank you for reaching out. I’m so sorry to hear about your mum and dad. This time of year can be especially difficult when we’re missing someone, but please know that it’s important to do what’s right for you. Your loss is very recent and raw and it’s understandable that you’re feeling like you don’t want to celebrate.

I hope it’s helped to let off some steam; you don’t have to pretend to be okay here. And I hope you find the community to be a support to you, too.

Take care,
Seaneen

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I’m sorry to hear of your loss, I lost my mum 16 days ago too. She was my everything :heart: