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Being a new widow

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Gally Tue 21-Feb-12 08:53:10

Last night was my first night alone, rattling around in our big old house, since Mr.G died. I have never lived on my own before having gone straight from home to marriage. My daughters have all returned to their families, so now it's just me. I know it will be a long, sad journey but I'm sure in time I will get accustomed to it. Do any other widowed Grans have any advice for me? I know I have to keep busy, accept any invitations to do things and generally be open to any offers that are going. I also have to spend a long time sorting out the house which over the past 3 weeks has become a tip (!). I can't face going through Mr.G's posessions yet so they will all stay put until I feel ready. Any suggestions on 'how to cope' would be welcome. sad

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jeni Sun 12-Aug-12 20:03:55

matson I know what you mean.
The first thing to do is to work out what problems with maintance you have
Then, look at possible solutions and their cost.
Next think about do you need to pay for them or have you family who would be happy to do them for you.
Your family I think will know and understand how you feel!

DO NOT DO ANY THING FOR ANOTHER YEAR

It takes at least 3years to adjust!

IT WILL GET BETTER. PROMISEsmile

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Ella46 Sun 12-Aug-12 20:14:26

matson (((hugs))) Things will get better for you sunshine

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matson Mon 13-Aug-12 16:01:00

thank you jeni and ella46 i just cant seem to make descisions anymore, will make a list and ponder it a bit longer x

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greenmossgiel Mon 13-Aug-12 16:06:35

matson - here's a warm arm around your shoulders from me. I can't begin to imagine how you're feeling, but you just keep coming on here and you'll get so much support. I promise you that. flowers xx

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