A quote for those blessed with a spouse:

This is so true, you never stop grieving.
Take care you lovely ladies ❤️

I am thankful for my spouse - he is collecting fish and chips as I type.

I am thankful for my spouse 🩷

Does he annoy me, absolutely, I know I annoy him.

I am grateful that we are able to do so, many of my dear friends haven’t got that opportunity anymore…

I m grateful I got rid of both my spouses 🤣

Cherish your spouse, as long as you feel they deserve it (and vice versa), but no two marriages turn out the same.

I am truly grateful for my spouse. I often read some of the heartfelt posts of those that have lost a much loved partner knowing that could be me and that's how I'd feel.

That is very poignant. I will have to keep saying it to myself, especially on difficult days like today when OH's Alzheimers has been particularly challenging!

Yes, granfromafar. Treat your loved one - even on those difficult days - the way you would love to be treated. I know how hard that is !

I am also grateful for my spouse, he loves cooking dinner, is very kind, shares everything and is my calming influence when I get het up.
He can be annoying at times, the best bit is he never knows he is.

Well that’s a good punch in the gut for some of us, isn’t it? Thanks

Life goes on for others Tuliptree
Taking their joy away doesn’t increase ours so hey.

Have a lovely evening all of you. x

Well, walk on by if it upsets you, Tuliptree.

FriedGreenTomatoes2

Life goes on for others Tuliptree
Taking their joy away doesn’t increase ours so hey.

Have a lovely evening all of you. x

A thoughtful and kind post, FGT. Thank you.

Kindness costs nothing kitty 😊

I didn't mean to make anyone cry but I lost my spouse quite recently and I think a kind thing would be to pass on this wisdom from the other side - the black and white side that has lost its colour. The place I am.

kittylester

Well, walk on by if it upsets you, Tuliptree.

The subject line of my post, literally says, "for those with a spouse". This is not a bereavement post.

@ Tuliptree.

FriedGreenTomatoes2

Life goes on for others Tuliptree
Taking their joy away doesn’t increase ours so hey.

Have a lovely evening all of you. x

That is so you 🥰 No bitterness.