I have been away and just read this.
I am sorry for your loss.
My mom was sick for a while, but that didn't soften the hurt and the sadness when she left the world.
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In the days and weeks following her passing, I had times where I was stumped, lost, confused and wanting a little guidance - when that happened I got myself into the habit of taking a few moments and going thru a 'checklist' of questions/affirmations?
Not in any order?
Can I do this?
I can do this.
Mom wouldn't be happy if she saw me now.
I can get to tomorrow, this will be better then.
Mom WOULD be proud of me because I just (fill in the blank).
What would mom say?
That last one was a game I played when I really wanted to have a conversation with her. I'd try to think about what she'd say and what advice she'd give me in that situation.....She always agreed with what I said!
Keep your chin up!
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Do take care of yourself, and remember, you have friends here to lean on.
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