I lost my dear old mum today..

So sorry to hear your sad news.

To all who have lost loved ones this year ?

So sorry that your mum has gone. But remember that she will always be in your heart. Your memories of the good times you had together will never leave you. My best wishes to you .xxx

Sorry for your loss

Sorry for the loss of your mum xx

I remember when I lost my mum, over 7 years ago. It hit me hard and I grieved badly for a long time. She is always in my heart and thoughts, as are my lovely old dad and other departed loved ones x

MissAdventure So sorry for the loss of your Mum. Thinking of you ?

So sorry to hear the sad news of your mum at such a festive time. You may wish to hang a special decoration on your Christmas tree in memory of her.

I am sitting in a union retired members xmas lunch and thinking how I had my mum here at their Xmas lunch in 2011, So lots of warm hugs.

It doesn't matter the age or however prepared you are it's still a shock when it happens. Given time you will be able to remember the lovely times you had with her rather than the last few weeks. I always think of both my parents more at this time of year as we have such lovely memories of happy times spent together. Take care and look after yourself

Sincerest condolences MissAdventure xxx

You must remember all the wonderful moments with her and celebrate her life. Will remember your Mum in my prayers tonight.

It's so difficult losing a loved one and losing a mum no matter how poorly is always such a shock. Somewhere deep down we expect them to live forever. My thoughts are with you.

So very sorry to hear your sad news, I hope you are feeling as OK as possible. I remember when my lovely mum died two years ago aged 87 .... can't say how much I had hoped she would get better, how sad I was when she died and how much I loved her.?

Your mum will always be in your thoughts and it sounds as though you both loved each other tremendously, so do please remember the happy, lovely times as I am sure she would want you to. ?

Sorry for your loss, I lost my mother 20 years ago, still miss her and 'talk' to her. Thinking of you.

So sorry Miss Adventure and Storeynanny and all who have lost loved ones this and every year. There will be a time when you can smile at happy times you shared . Bon courage

So sorry to hear your sad news

I'm very sorry, Missadventure and Storynana, to hear of the losses you've suffered. Regardless of age, it is very hard to lose a parent. Both of mine died many years ago but I still miss them and always will. There is also no denying that the first Xmas is particularly hard.

All I can say is - be kind to yourselves. Don't be afraid to accept help when it's offered. Do whatever makes you feel better, whether it's getting as much rest as you can or keeping yourself continually busy. Indulge in anything that cheers you up a bit (I've always found that a nip of something alcoholic helps!) And tell yourself that this will pass...the loss will always hurt but, eventually, it won't be so raw.

I'm so sorry for you at this time. No matter how old you or they are, or how long they have been ill, it is still a sad blow. At least you have some wonderful memories to sustain you and I hope they will bring you comfort in the days and years ahead,

I am so terribly sorry for your loss. I lost my Mum a year ago, there isn't a day that goes by that I don't think about her.

. Losing anyone close is hard especially at this time of the year.

I'm truly overwhelmed. Thank you all so much; each and every comment has been read, and every one has bought me comfort. You are all so very kind x x

Sorry to hear of your loss Miss Adventure - a sad day. When my mother died, many years ago now, a kind piece of advice I was given was to think about the whole of her life, and not to think about the end. It helped a lot.

Yes, there is a lovely poem someone has posted which says just that, and beautifully, Rosina
Its good advice, hopefully I can move on to taking it soon (ish) and I know my mum would want me to. X

So sorry for your loss MissAdventure. It is always hard to lose a much loved mother no matter how prepared you think you might be. The 20th anniversary of my beloved mother's death has just passed. I was surprised how emotional I felt!

for you.

I feel for you, I really do. Mums are irreplaceable aren't they. I planted a tree in memory of my dear old mum. I have a little think by it sometimes. It seems to help. Much love to you