It's been a busy couple of weeks here since Judy died.
Paperwork, beaucracies, foul-ups, feeding myself, sorting a lifetime of possessions.
Telephone calls, cards, concerned friends.
It all adds up to a process of keeping my mind off of my loss.
But not always.
Some days are slower than others, when I just don't want to face any of that stuff.
When I think of her, which is often, sometimes I chuckle at something she said like the first time the paramedics and firemen came and were hovering over her.
Out of the blue, she said "I can't remember when I've had six men in my bedroom before."
Then there are the times when something pops into my head and just for a second I think "Oh, I've got to tell Judy", before I catch myself.
And there are the times when I get a little teary just remembering her.
So like I said at the start of this, it's been a busy but rough couple of weeks.
Thank you all for your kind comments and actions.
(My next door neighbors came over last night with a big portion of lasagna alfredo and a container full of tiramisu, both homemade, for my meal today.)
As I've told everyone, I'm getting through this and I'm not the first in my family to do it.
My grandfather, my father and my brother all lost their wives.
They all survived and so shall I.
And yes, the Friday Funnies will return.
I'm just not sure when.
Thanks for being there.

How well I remember saying 'I'll have to remember that joke/cartoon for my dad." Who of course was no longer living. Or wanting to call on the phone but of course that number was no longer in service. I think those are happy notes of keeping our favorite people in the here and now.
ReplyDeleteI've been thinking about you, wondering how getting on 🥺. Do take care of yourself.
ReplyDeleteIt’s hard to lose a loved one. When my mom passed away, for quite awhile just driving past the “exit” to her place would bring me to tears. She has been gone for many years, but I still miss her sooooo much. Take care of yourself. Cali
ReplyDeleteI think of you often. I wish I lived closer so I could also feed you (it goes without saying, that Mike would be the actual cook).
ReplyDeleteIt takes time, my friend. For me, the pain faded and was more a ache in the background. The memory stays, and will be with you always. In that way, she will always be with you. You are in my, and others, thoughts.
ReplyDeleteI relate. My dear hubby died 9 years ago. I still talk to him. You are brave and continuing day by day. Sometimes even hour by hour.
ReplyDeleteHugs to you as you navigate the rough waters of grief.
ReplyDeletewhen you're lost, bored, sad or just need to talk, please don't hesitate to grab the phone and give us a yell. Wish we were closer but we're just a phone call away. You're in our thoughts a lot and we love you Bruce.....T & J
ReplyDeleteSounding good, kid. Lori
ReplyDeleteThank you for writing. I have been thinking of you a lot. ❤️💕❤️💕❤️💕
ReplyDeleteThanks for the pal. We too have to remember. For years we've said that something for Bruce and Judy, or reminds us Bruce and Judy, etc. Probably will do so for some time. Anytime you feel like sounding off, or telling a joke, or whatever, give us a call. We love you brother...tom and Lana
ReplyDeleteI kept coming back. Understandably you were silent. It was nice to hear from you again and nice to know that you recognise the future... without her physical presence.
ReplyDeleteI get that oh I must tell A. about that. I did it for a while after my husband died. Grief is sneaky that way. Meanwhile I'm glad your neighbor came through with food.
ReplyDeleteDang such a foxy couple
ReplyDeleteThanks for telling us how you're coping.
ReplyDeleteThank you for this. Take all the time you need, we are a patient lot out here.
ReplyDeleteIt's good to see you back. Thanks for the update. It took me a long time to get over losing my mom. Sometimes I went back my old blog posts about her antics, and had a good laugh, though mixed with tears. The memories got me through it.
ReplyDeleteEchoing Red's comment.
ReplyDelete((Hug))
I have been checking in on you every day, and am very glad to find this post. Thanks for the update. Sending hugs.
ReplyDeleteIn my relatively short time in BlogLand I have been humbled by those of you amongst us who have been dealt such sad blows and have shown such courage and fortitude to share your experience here. I can only say that you are in my thoughts too x
ReplyDeleteThank you for being a part of our lives, thank you for being here. Take care, take time, let us know how you are.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your journey with us, Bruce. Judy will always be with you. Take care and take time.
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad to see a post here. I've been thinking of you, wondering how you are doing, and not wanting to bother you with emails. It's one day at time these days, learning the way in this new world. Thank you for the update. Take care there, dear friend. (NewRobin13)
ReplyDeleteI am glad to see this wise post. You are right...you will survive this. But grief is such a roller coaster. You are in the thoughts of many right now.
ReplyDeleteI have been watching and waiting for a post from you, Bruce, but knowing that life is in upheaval, I wasn't sure if you would be back any time soon, or at all. So these words were very welcome. I laughed out loud about the 6 men in her bedroom! Continuing to think of you daily, and sending love your way.
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad to hear from you, Bruce. I've been thinking of you and wondering how you were doing. It must help knowing that others in your family have been through similar situations. We are all with you, being supportive however we can.
ReplyDeleteOh, that men in the bedroom comment made me smile. It's somethig that I would also say. :) You're doing exactly as you should, dealing with the horrifying bureaucracy of death, remembering her in a multitude of ways and accepting help, meals and company from others. It's all so very hard though. The world shifts when we lose our partner. We are aliens in a strange land. Thinking of you, Bruce!
ReplyDeleteThere is no timetable in grieving. Sherry
ReplyDeleteVery, very sorry for your loss. I know there is a big hole in your heart that time will partially fill, but never entirely.
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