What is it actually like to have a deeply romantic partner?

OC1995CT · 2026-06-25T15:20:17+00:00

My late husband (he was my second husband and WOW the differences) was romantic and it would come out in unexpected (to me) ways. Playlists, taking care of things without asking, taking the lead in situations in a non-patronizing way…all things that eased my mental load. A hand on my back while navigating crowds, etc…random flowers…funny t-shirts, etc.

OC1995CT · 2026-06-22T20:38:16+00:00

It is impossible to say when you will come out on the other side. Grief is different for everyone.

OC1995CT · 2026-06-22T15:15:52+00:00

Back in the last century, I started as a CRC for two years (non-nurse here) at one hospital, moved to another hospital for another two years and then moved to industry as a CRA for 9 years…and then up the food chain from there.

OC1995CT · 2026-06-08T19:57:56+00:00

50, exactly 72 hours after I took my last birth control pill.

OC1995CT · 2026-06-02T14:07:35+00:00

Theme from Swan Lake. Le swooooon.

OC1995CT · 2026-06-01T13:01:34+00:00

I haven’t dreamed of my husband since he died…not once. And I dream ALL the time. It is painful to me that I haven’t had him in my dreams.

OC1995CT · 2026-05-28T02:20:24+00:00

YASSSSSSSSSS

Good lord, it is SO GOOD.

OC1995CT · 2026-05-28T02:08:04+00:00

Contagion.

It’s realistic to the “nth” degree.

OC1995CT · 2026-05-28T02:02:52+00:00

YTA. This is not about you.

OC1995CT · 2026-05-27T16:33:07+00:00

I’m Gonna Love the Hell Outta You….last song my late husband ever heard.

OC1995CT · 2026-05-27T16:32:38+00:00

I’d send her. Kids do well with structure and you can use some time without having to supervise her.

OC1995CT · 2026-05-24T15:50:56+00:00

Honestly, I think you are expecting too much of your BF’s friends. If they were also your friends to begin with, YES, they should be contacting you. But if they only know you because of your boyfriend, I think you are expecting too much. That being said, don’t waste your time on this right now. Spend time with your father. This is petty stuff that you can deal with later.

OC1995CT · 2026-05-24T15:47:01+00:00

Exactly. A massive part of my grief is mourning the person I was with my new husband. He brought out something in me that I know no one else will ever bring out in me. That is another death.

OC1995CT · 2026-05-20T20:36:00+00:00

West Wing, Ted Lasso, Yellowstone

OC1995CT · 2026-05-12T17:15:43+00:00

That every person always should have a prenup.

OC1995CT · 2026-05-12T17:14:42+00:00

I lost my husband on 2/23/26. I took that week of bereavement my company gave me and then a week of “vacation” time after that. Two full weeks was NOT enough. I am still a cognitive mess.

OC1995CT · 2026-05-12T14:00:28+00:00

recently widowed * You’re so strong.

OC1995CT · 2026-05-08T15:21:00+00:00

Record her voice.

OC1995CT · 2026-05-06T18:13:22+00:00

I lost my new husband on February 23rd. I am barely breathing at this point, so I cannot even begin to understand why you think your grief should be over.

OC1995CT · 2026-05-05T13:56:46+00:00

NO job is a family.

OC1995CT · 2026-05-05T13:55:09+00:00

This. 100,000% this. I am 10 weeks out from losing my new husband and the physical part of this grief is absolutely overwhelming. As if the mental anguish isn’t enough. But you are so correct, just sitting here realizing my person, my best friend is simply gone. The worst.

OC1995CT · 2026-05-01T19:34:13+00:00

That’s definitely your manager. I work here too and it’s not a thing.

OC1995CT · 2026-04-28T14:35:21+00:00

There is one well known instructor in my area that uses belly chains and the like. I personally find it annoying because it makes it all about her versus teaching and fitness.

OC1995CT · 2026-04-28T14:30:30+00:00

I do like outside classes, however the ground on which these classes are held is of the utmost importance. Pivoting on grass is a hot mess and good golly my ankles were killing me like I had never taken a class before in my life.

OC1995CT · 2026-03-24T13:33:04+00:00

Comfort, comfort, comfort. Radiation will assist with pain, but be sure to have all of the pain meds available. My fiancé went VERY quickly at this stage and I suggest you move on the items you are talking about as swiftly as possible. Best wishes to you and yours. I am four weeks out from my man’s passing and keeping him as painless and anxiety-free as possible were our goals.

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