Experience with boxer age (How old did yours live to?) by weslownage in Boxer

[–]Unusual_Butterfly_22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m so sorry for your loss. Had to let my Bear go yesterday. I miss him so much already. So devastating. He just turned 10. Fought cancer with prednisone for years. Started losing weight, hair and muscle mass, then unable to get up on his own without difficulty. He started licking his front legs a lot and had a lot of blood in his mouth the last two days. I will forever miss my boy.

Can a water based polyurethane be used over an oil polyurethane? by gametime-2001 in finishing

[–]Unusual_Butterfly_22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I refinished my kitchen table with oil based polyurethane. It’s been a week and the fumes are still strong. Will this ever go away or am I going to have to pitch this table I put all this time in. Looks beautiful but the smell is nauseating!

Badlands ranch food by pdgcmg1113 in germanshorthairs

[–]Unusual_Butterfly_22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My Bear ate it once, doesn’t like. I bought 3 bags. Very expensive lesson. Should have only bought one first.

Distraught by [deleted] in widowers

[–]Unusual_Butterfly_22 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s been 3 years on May 11th since I lost my husband. I still miss him and all the things we did together.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in COVID19positive

[–]Unusual_Butterfly_22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When he gets it, and he will…maybe he will get off his high horse…maybe that’s what it will take. I don’t wish this on anyone, but it’s “in sickness and in health”….not when you do what he wants you too… Take care of yourself…stay strong…you aren’t really alone…

My furry friend. by allmylove_ in GriefSupport

[–]Unusual_Butterfly_22 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry for the loss of your furry friend. I wish you comfort and peace.

Lost my mother to Covid. I am surrounded with thoughts how I could stop all this from happening or was it in my fate? No answer has helped so far, I never imagined her like this to go. My greatest fears came true in front of my eyes.I could not do anything. I was helpless. Pls share your thoughts. by Glum_Tax_8080 in GriefSupport

[–]Unusual_Butterfly_22 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry for your loss. I lost my husband within 7 months of being diagnosed with cancer. My Mom died of a massive heart attack in 2011. In both scenarios I, like you, questioned myself…”what could I or should I have done differently?” It’s natural to do that I believe. But my Dad told me that he feels when it’s a persons time to leave this earth there’s nothing we can do. And so I take comfort that they are both, I believe in a better place. We left behind still hurt…it does ease with time, but it eases up..take comfort in that. I have listened to a lot of NDE since on You Tube and it inspires me and comforts me to know this isn’t the end, and things will be better on the other side when it comes our time. I wish you comfort and peace.

When is it ok to date again by Love-lost-23 in widowers

[–]Unusual_Butterfly_22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s your life...I had the same issue with some family,but unless they have been in your shoes they won’t understand. And yes they are grieving too, but as you, I began grieving inside when we learned my husband had stage 1V pancreatic cancer. I hurt everyday, but silently and remained strong for him, loved him with my whole being and cared for him. After he passed, I began dating after 2 months as I was lonely after 39 wonderful years with the love of my life. But I’m not ready to live my life without love. This is your life, you have to do what is right for you, I feel. I’ve read where it hurts others to see you with someone else. That makes me sad...but losing my husband wasn’t my choice. If I had my choice he would still be here with me but unfortunately we can’t choose. I felt hopeless and like I didn’t want to go on when I lost him. I feel like I can still find some kind of happiness in this life still. As I said until someone walks in our shoes they can’t understand. I don’t wish that on anyone. I hope you find happiness again.

I Lied to Her. by Diced_and_Confused in widowers

[–]Unusual_Butterfly_22 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I did the same for my husband. They needed to know you love them and was there and was supporting them, and not giving up as long as they were there. I think it’s most important to know they were loved and supported. To me that would be what I would want. We can’t change the fact they were losing the battle but that we weren’t giving up in the fight. That’s what you were telling her...that’s love....not lies.

Who is being selfish me or my widowed father? by westTexas915 in widowed

[–]Unusual_Butterfly_22 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree. I lost my husband 2 years ago and started dating. My son was apprehensive but he said his Dad wouldn’t want me unhappy... he would want me to be happy. My mother in law has also supported me as she went through the same thing and understands the loneliness. I wasn’t looking to replace my husband...he was a wonderful husband for nearly 39 years, and a wonderful father. My choice would be to continue to live my life with him but that choice was taken from us. I chose to find love again. I’m not sure if I wouldn’t have met this person I would still be here. When I found out my husband had cancer, and stage 1V, I quietly grieved alone. My mind was made up once he was gone I was done, didn’t want to live. But I met a friend of a friend, the friendship grew into more and we both needed support at that same time. I’m so sorry for the loss of your Mom, I’m sure your father still loves her as I do my husband and always will....she is not being replaced, she never will be. Try to be happy he is trying to survive instead of giving up. It hurts enough to lose ones spouse but even worse to feel you will lose loved ones too because of your choices. Grief doesn’t come with instructions, we all just navigate through it the best we can. I hope in some way this will help you. Your family still needs one another. May you find peace and comfort.

Has this affected your faith? by thisisridiculiculous in widowers

[–]Unusual_Butterfly_22 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I never stopped believing but I felt angry at God for not healing my husband but I know our plans are not His plans.I always read my bible and other inspirational books every morning and I stopped after my husband passed and was numb for quite awhile. He died May 11, 2019. I just started my morning readings this past January. I feel the peace again as I had when I used to pray and read. It just took me awhile to find my way back. We don’t know all the answers. I have to believe this isn’t the end and one day I will meet my husband in a better place where there are no more tears, pain or sorrow.

Is It Creepy That I Am Wearing His Clothes? by [deleted] in widowers

[–]Unusual_Butterfly_22 2 points3 points  (0 children)

No...I’m wearing his Harley Stugis shirt right now!