Posted by Janice on March 17, 2001 at 17:43:12:
In Reply to: Re: widowed Oct. 2000 posted by Bobbi on March 17, 2001 at 14:34:17:
Hi Bobbi,
I just read your letters and there you are. Thank you for responding. My heart goes out to you. I do indeed know your pain. It's good that you let yourself cry as it will allow joy in at the right time. My grief comes in waves and sometimes hits deep pockets. I know it's okay though. Do you have a spiritual path? My buddhist background has been especially helpful in being present with my feelings and not trying to repress them or make them go away. It's the journey. I think the fact that you're reaching out right away is great. I've been shocked that my best friend doesn't call to say let's have tea even though I've always been there for her. So, I'll create new friends. My husband battled cancer for 6 years. It was a terrifying rollar coaster ride. I stood by him as he drowned in his own blood. I'm here and would be happy to lend support for your healing journey. I've been through too much for one lifetime already, so I know that it does get better. Take Care, Janice