Us too and after 57 years together, we still hold hands. We still cuddle up and still tell each other how much we love them.Gutted. This sort of thing is what makes me and my beloved tell each other every day how much they mean to us. So sorry Bill.
Thanks Mark. What we are going through is unimaginable. Likewise Id be pleased for any dialogue that may help either of us. Thanks for the advice too.I apologise for not reading this earlier but please accept my belated Condolences. I understand what you are going through, it's just 4 months since I lost Sophie and although I don't have a magic wand to make it easier I am totally willing to open a dialogue if you feel it would help...maybe even mutually. My only advice is to lean on people when they offer support, they do want to help but be careful of leaning too heavily on those who are also grieving... you are allowed, nay, encouraged, to be selfish for your own wellbeing. Best wishes, Mark
I’ll certainly be in touch as I think sharing could help us both. I’m hoping to keep it together today, just want a fitting tribute to a truly wonderful lady and to spend time with people who appreciate all she did.Hi Bill, I'm a little further down the road than you and although it remains a terrible road to travel I have completed most of the 'admin' which is both a blessing and a curse, a blessing because organising things keeps you busy but of course bureaucracy is a pain. Was Susie under pension age? If so something you may not be aware is your entitlement to a Bereavement payment of up to £2500 (I got £1800) and 18 months at £100 a month but you must apply within 3 months. As you'll be the busy one I leave it to you to pm if/when you wish to, no pressure to, but happy to just say to each other how sh1t life can be... or more.
I hope today isn't/wasn't too traumatic and at the very least will celebrate a lovely person well loved and a life well lived.
Take care, really, look after YOURSELF, Mark