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One of my best friends passed away last week (kidney cancer). We practically grew up together as our friendship was for over 40 years.
Another great friend of ours (we used to hang out together) died tragically several years ago (accident on the highway). Anyway, I spoke at my late buddy's funeral today and when I reminisced of the things we did together, I started to lose it. The last thing I said - and I barely got the words out - was, "You and (other buddy) hold a seat for me up there for when my time comes." That it had been the three of us way back when, it hit me that I'm now the "sole survivor" of the trio. I felt the tears as I spoke, and by the time I was finished, I wasn't "sobbing" per se, but yes, the tears were falling freely....
And now tonight, I sit here, feeling like crying yet again! I don't cry easily, but just feeling a void now.
That's a huge loss. Feeling and expressing emotions is part of grieving and it is healthy to do so. Be sure to reach out to family and friends for support. Grieving can certainly come in waves.
You have to feel it all - every single drop - to heal from grief. Yes, the feelings are unbearable, but they must be felt in their rawest form; otherwise, you will never begin to heal. When waves of terrible grief wash over you, feel it - don't run from them, but let the waves take you deep under the water.
I give you compassion and my sincerest wish for you to heal.
One of my best friends passed away last week (kidney cancer). We practically grew up together as our friendship was for over 40 years.
Another great friend of ours (we used to hang out together) died tragically several years ago (accident on the highway). Anyway, I spoke at my late buddy's funeral today and when I reminisced of the things we did together, I started to lose it. The last thing I said - and I barely got the words out - was, "You and (other buddy) hold a seat for me up there for when my time comes." That it had been the three of us way back when, it hit me that I'm now the "sole survivor" of the trio. I felt the tears as I spoke, and by the time I was finished, I wasn't "sobbing" per se, but yes, the tears were falling freely....
And now tonight, I sit here, feeling like crying yet again! I don't cry easily, but just feeling a void now.
This is a natural response and will take some time to heal. Hopefully you have a good support system
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