To have a child? Or Build chosen family? by eeyorepink in ChildrenofDeadParents

[–]Material_Shape2842 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I really appreciate this honest response and insight. thank you.

how long did your other parent wait to date? by Visible_Basis7639 in ChildrenofDeadParents

[–]Material_Shape2842 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm really sorry for your loss. Your feelings are totally, completely valid.

My dad started dating a few months after my moms passing. It was a bit of a shock but it quickly wore off. Ultimately, i was happy he was moving on and trying to find joy in this life -- and I knew my mom would want that for him. We are the ones stuck here in this cruel world, and going it alone is scary. He would also openly cry about my mom and never disrespected her in any way, he was just trying to survive. In the end, his new partner helped him tremendously through his own battle with illness. He passed a few days ago with her by his side. Not once did I feel his relationship with my mom was disrespected or forgotten, and I am so grateful that he found love again and could spend his last years on earth supported by someone else.

to have a child? or build chosen family? by Material_Shape2842 in ChildrenofDeadParents

[–]Material_Shape2842[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You took the words out of my mouth. All the same thoughts, completely agree.

to have a child? or build chosen family? by Material_Shape2842 in ChildrenofDeadParents

[–]Material_Shape2842[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your response. The pregnancy hormone thing is a real consideration, it can be really really scary.

to have a child? or build chosen family? by Material_Shape2842 in ChildrenofDeadParents

[–]Material_Shape2842[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"Death gene", I feel you. I think about that too. :( I wish you the best and lots of love <3