For those for whom holidays are difficult-

[Southernmiss]

I've become very sensitive this week to how difficult holidays can be for people.

If that's you, here's a virtual hug and know that I'm praying for you/sending good thoughts your way.

You are remembered.

 

[TippyThomas]

I've become very sensitive this week to how difficult holidays can be for people.

If that's you, here's a virtual hug and know that I'm praying for you/sending good thoughts your way.

You are remembered.

I hate to know that something happened that made you feel this way, but I appreciate that you're thinking of others in the struggle. Thanks, it feels good to be remembered.

 

[lynxstch]

I've become very sensitive this week to how difficult holidays can be for people.

If that's you, here's a virtual hug and know that I'm praying for you/sending good thoughts your way.

You are remembered.

Thank you for remembering those of us who are struggling. I lost my husband 6 weeks ago, and I'm finding it very hard to have much Christmas spirit. Knowing someone is thinking of others, as you are, brought a smile to my heart.

 

[Meriweather]

Thank you for remembering those of us who are struggling. I lost my husband 6 weeks ago, and I'm finding it very hard to have much Christmas spirit. Knowing someone is thinking of others, as you are, brought a smile to my heart.

 

[Neapolitan Ice Cream]

@Southernmiss, that's a lovely sentiment

 

[luvnwdwgal]

My mother was born on Christmas Day. We lost her in 2017. She would have been 90 this year.

 

[fla4fun]

Thank you for remembering those of us who are struggling. I lost my husband 6 weeks ago, and I'm finding it very hard to have much Christmas spirit. Knowing someone is thinking of others, as you are, brought a smile to my heart.

I am sorry for your loss.

 

[tinkerbellandpeterpan]

It's a tough time of year for my mom. She lost her mom on Christmas Eve at 17. And was married in November when she was 24 and lost her brother to cancer that December 23rd. And then I was diagnosed at 4 with cancer in 1985 on December 9th. It is a really rough month for her. We give her a lot of space and grace.

 

[SpaceMan5]

I've become very sensitive this week to how difficult holidays can be for people.

If that's you, here's a virtual hug and know that I'm praying for you/sending good thoughts your way.

You are remembered.

Thank you Southernmiss!

Thanksgiving and Christmas have been a bit rough for me but I am in a better place now to handle this as I found out recently.

I lost my Dad in a car accident in 1981 just prior to Thanksgiving. He was traveling with my Mom and brother to watch one of my H.S. basketball games. My mom and brother were recovering in the hospital over the holidays. Over the years it has been a painful memory for me.

Fast forward to 2023. My DD24 underwent a successful surgery to remove a brain tumor a day before Thanksgiving. It was tough to hear ppl wishing each other "have a happy thanksgiving" but it didn't set me back.

 

[focusondisney]

Thank you for remembering those of us who are struggling. I lost my husband 6 weeks ago, and I'm finding it very hard to have much Christmas spirit. Knowing someone is thinking of others, as you are, brought a smile to my heart.

Very sorry for your loss. I can’t imagine having any Christmas spirit after such a recent loss.

 

[Minnesota!]

Thank you for remembering those of us who are struggling. I lost my husband 6 weeks ago, and I'm finding it very hard to have much Christmas spirit. Knowing someone is thinking of others, as you are, brought a smile to my heart.

I am so sorry for your loss. May you find some moments of peace and joyful remembrance this holiday season.

 

[princesscinderella]

Thank you for remembering those of us who are struggling. I lost my husband 6 weeks ago, and I'm finding it very hard to have much Christmas spirit. Knowing someone is thinking of others, as you are, brought a smile to my heart.

So sorry for your loss

 

[Pea-n-Me]

Hugs to all experiencing sadness or difficulty this holiday season.

 

[Dan Murphy]

Thank you for remembering those of us who are struggling. I lost my husband 6 weeks ago, and I'm finding it very hard to have much Christmas spirit. Knowing someone is thinking of others, as you are, brought a smile to my heart.

's for you again, Lynn.

 

[luvthatduke]

OP, thank you for your post.
I have a dear friend who just lost her husband to a year long cancer fight
5 weeks ago (he was also a dear friend).

The wife of my cousin who died from Covid 2 years ago,
(without ever seeing his wife, children or grandchildren again
due to the hospital's Covid restrictions),
just lost their son (41) to a sudden heart attack last week.
She got a call from his work that he hadn't shown up (thank the Lord for the call),
and she had to go to his apartment.
She was the one who found him and the picture in her mind is
really giving her trouble.
His 42nd birthday was this month also (after he died).

Also, today is the anniversary of Pan Am 103.
My cousin was one of the victims among the college students.
I'm sure Christmastime is always difficult for the families
of the victims.

Thanks to all that have empathy for the people who are grieving.

 

[MamaMermaid]

My daddy's been gone since 2020 and the holidays are pretty miserable without him. Shockingly, out of the Big 3 (Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas), Christmas is the easiest.

Wishing everyone in the same boat peace.

 

[cabanafrau]

Feeling that sting and having the urge to reach out to others is a very positive sign of strength, health and empathy. I urge anyone in that boat to seriously consider doing the same -- and I hope the positivity rebounds vigorously.

 

[Southernmiss]

Continuing to remember you all.

I hope that there's someone/something in your coming days to give you a little spark of genuine rest, comfort, peace, hope, or just a smile.

Hugs to all.

 

[antmaril]

T

Thank you for remembering those of us who are struggling. I lost my husband 6 weeks ago, and I'm finding it very hard to have much Christmas spirit. Knowing someone is thinking of others, as you are, brought a smile to my heart.

I am so very sorry for your loss. I have been a widow for over 15 years. I promise you that it will get better with time. You never get over it, but you do get used to it. The “firsts” are very hard. All the best to you at this difficult time. We belong to a club that nobody wants to join. I’m sorry.

 

[lynxstch]

T

I am so very sorry for your loss. I have been a widow for over 15 years. I promise you that it will get better with time. You never get over it, but you do get used to it. The “firsts” are very hard. All the best to you at this difficult time. We belong to a club that nobody wants to join. I’m sorry.

Thank you so much. You're right, none of us want to be in this club, but it's just a part of life. I appreciate your post!