My mum died yesterday.

So sorry for your sad loss, gillybob.

You're more than welcome, gillybob.

I know what you mean about the loss not sinking in yet. I think that often happens, given all the work that has to be done (arranging the funeral and so forth). But maybe it's for the best.

I'm sorry for your poor dad, too. But glad he's able to take care of himself a lot more than your mother seemed to think. It was sweet of her to worry about his being cared for when he's the one who has been taking care of her for so long. But I'm glad you won't really have to "take care of" him that way.

Peace to you, as you move on. My prayers are with you and yours.

I too am really sorry, I lost my mother 30 years ago this coming June, and not a day goes by that I don't think of her, and at times miss her dreadfully. So I do sympathise.

Dear Gillybob so very sorry to hear this news.

You have had a really tough time recently. Sending you love and {{{hugs}}}

Make sure you look after yourself too...not just everyone else.

Oh you poor love. The pain is so raw. I lost my Mum last October. It's an uphill struggle. Thinking of you, it's heartbreaking. xxx

I would like to thank everyone for their kind messages of condolence following the recent loss of my mum.

I don't think it has actually sunk in for me properly yet as I have been so busy organising the funeral and going to work too, that I have barely had time to think. Unfortunately we are having to wait 2 weeks (from the date of death) for the funeral as apparently there is a backlog, which is awful.

My poor dad is a bit lost as he has looked after mum for years now. It will be hard for him, but he is a very young 78 year old who loves music, sport and his garden, so I hope in time he will be able to enjoy his hobbies once again. All of the specialist medical equipment was picked up today which means we have been able to get his little bungalow into order again. My dad is a very good "housekeeper" bless him.

Thank you all once again for all your lovely words (and flowers) you are all truly lovely people.

Oh....and condolences to Rubylady too. I am so sorry you've also suffered the loss of your Dad. Saying goodbye to a loved one is so hard. Be gentle with yourself and go with the flow. Grief is a strange emotion, but I hope in time both you and Gillybob can look back and smile at happy family memories. Much sympathy to you both.

I am so sorry to read this. Sincere condolences Gillybob. It's horrible watching your loved ones suffering, and (in my experience) it's also a very strange feeling not having a mother any more, no matter how old you are. I am glad your Mum is no longer in pain, but so sorry for your loss.

So sorry for your loss Gilly my love to you and your family at such a sad time. Also to all who have experienced the loss of a loved one.

gillybob so sorry to hear about your Mum.

Gillybob and Rubylady love to both of you. Take care of yourselves and be assured that your friends on GN are thinking of you. Wishing you strength and support for the coming weeks and months.

Oh Gillybob, so sorry for you and your family-sincere condolences to you all?

Sorry for your loss gillybob take care ?

Very sorry for your loss Gillybob.

Gillybob

Allow me to join in with the many posts of condolences from fellow gransnetters.

Take good care of yourself.

Gillybob,
So sorry to hear of your loss, but your mum's finally at peace and out of pain.
Just deal with things in whichever way you can, and accept help when it's offered.
Take care of yourself. X

Kind thoughts and condolences to all those who are grieving, so sorry for your loss.

So very sorry

So sorry to hear of your loss Gillybob

Sorry to hear your sad news

Sincere condolences for you gillybob and for you ruby lady.

Dear Gillybob and rubylady . Just adding my condolences to others.
Try not to worry about the funeral ... they are with you always in so many ways and nothing has to be perfect, just done with love. xx

Sorry Gillybob, know losing your mom is so hard. She is out of pain now and she died knowing she was loved, you all did your best. Look after yourself.?

So sorry to hear of the loss of your mum gillybob, I know what you are going through, my dad died last week. I am in the middle of organising the funeral and trying to look after myself too. My stomach has been playing up, feeling sick, running to the toilet, not wanting to eat, not being able to sleep, having emotional bursts of crying and wanting company. I'm only saying in case you feel the same way in the next few days.

I did order on my food order, some easy to eat foods, small packets of ready fruit, soup, eggs, crackers and cheese spread etc., nothing too hard on my stomach and too fussy to make.

It's all the small things that have been keeping me awake etc. Once the funeral has taken place, I can't do it again if I feel I have done something wrong or missed something off. But you can get support off your siblings and work out together what is appropriate and what isn't.

Take care of yourself, PM me if you want anytime, let it out and have a good cry.