There is no celebration

Losing a parent
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Hello it’s been long time since I posted on here.

On Wednesday December 17th there is no cause for celebration as I’m 60 years old. It’s because on my 50th my mum was at my party and to me that was the best birthday ever. Without my mum not being here on Wednesday to celebrate it how can I celebrate what should be a special day it’s not just the fact I still feel young not 60. My mum not being here is horrible. I’ve told my family I don’t want no cards no presents I don’t want anyone saying happy birthday there is no point with my mum not being here. All I want to do is get so drunk on Wednesday drink more than my body weight and cry my eyes out on my own

My birthday is just another day making me feel so lonely and so sad

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Hi @Steven,

Thank you for sharing this with us. There will always be days when our grief is harder to cope with than others. Lots of people find important dates like birthdays especially difficult, and you’re not alone.

Our Head of Bereavement Bianca shares some tips on how to cope with important dates in this video:

We also have a support page which might be helpful. The community is here for you, too.

Take care,
Seaneen