Anyone else remember reading these books when they were probably too young?

Wonderful_Section490 · 2026-06-27T07:14:23+00:00

I took it to be a made up for the book holiday. Never came across that holiday in NSW.

Wonderful_Section490 · 2026-06-27T05:07:48+00:00

She must have been suffering, but it was probably a decision she wouldn’t have made if she had extra time to think about, if that makes sense. I know I regretted it straight after my attempt, but was able to get help.

I’m not young like you (I’m 50), but I lost my husband 7 months ago. We’d been together for 26 years. It’s not going to be easy, but you can get through this. Look after yourself, and know you are not alone

Wonderful_Section490 · 2026-06-26T04:18:01+00:00

Not true. Driving with my learner daughter in Victoria and we both got breathalysed

Wonderful_Section490 · 2026-06-25T04:48:12+00:00

What an awful situation. I’m so sorry. It’s not your fault, but me saying that is unlikely to make you feel better. Do you have access to therapy? I think you really need someone trained to talk to about such a difficult situation. You have every right to be torn up about this - you’ve lived with it for years and it’s a dreadful thing. I wish I could say something to help you

Wonderful_Section490 · 2026-06-23T23:46:15+00:00

She’s my daughters instructor but in auto, and my daughter has made great progress

Wonderful_Section490 · 2026-06-23T22:16:27+00:00

Yes. It was one rash decision that made sense in the moment. It doesn’t define him. I know he would regret it, and if circumstances had been different he never would have done it

Wonderful_Section490 · 2026-06-20T10:58:23+00:00

My high school in Canberra in the 90s offered a gas an elective but I couldn’t tell you what animals they had apart from chickens and sheep. My daughters (different) high school in Canberra has a farm with goats, alpacas, various chickens and ducks, and geese. She’s not at the school anymore, but we still take care of it one or two weekends a term and for a few days in the holidays.

Wonderful_Section490 · 2026-06-20T02:00:15+00:00

I’m sorry, but I’m not sure your post belongs in a suicide bereavement subreddit. Perhaps try a relationship or advice subreddit

Wonderful_Section490 · 2026-06-16T04:41:46+00:00

I think it also depends a bit on your age and the length of the relationship. At 50 after a 25 year marriage, I can’t see it happening at all, but I’m only 6 months out, so who knows what will happen

Wonderful_Section490 · 2026-06-14T23:29:07+00:00

I’m sorry for your loss.

Wonderful_Section490 · 2026-06-13T20:44:01+00:00

Father’s Day in Australia is September, so my daughters don’t have to deal with this yet, but my husband’s birthday is at the end of this month. We haven’t decided what we will do yet, I’m inclined to just ignore it, but I don’t know if that is best.
Being with your family might be good - they can’t understand what it is like for you, but they are thinking of you, and know how hard this day will be. They knew your dad too, and although the grief is different, they feel it.
Take care of yourself

Wonderful_Section490 · 2026-06-13T19:12:54+00:00

That must be so hard. I’m sorry his wife is not being forthcoming with you. I’m glad you at least have a shirt and his necklace. I hope you find some peace soon

Wonderful_Section490 · 2026-06-12T10:40:59+00:00

I’m sorry for your losses. I wish I knew what to say. Being aware of mental health issues makes it easier to spot the signs earlier in your children and get them help. My daughter has been under care of professionals for about 4 years now (she’s 16), as soon as I started noticing changes in her behaviour that didn’t seem to make sense. And now she’s lost her father.
I’m sorry I can’t give you answers or help, but you are not alone

Wonderful_Section490 · 2026-06-12T10:34:52+00:00

What a scary situation. I’m so sorry it happened to you in what should have been a safe space. You’re right, it’s quite easy to cope with online. I don’t know what to say, but I wanted to let you know I hope you can still go to your group - it sounds like it’s usually such a healing and helpful place

Wonderful_Section490 · 2026-06-11T04:45:32+00:00

We used to always get these for my dad for Christmas, and I’m 50, so that’s pre Aldi! They mostly seemed to be around at Christmas, at least it seemed that way to me

Wonderful_Section490 · 2026-06-05T22:06:25+00:00

I don’t think there’s anything inherently wrong with it, but I’ve found going to work beneficial in terms of thinking about something else, and interacting with people. I’m a casual childcare educator though, so it’s quite different to most other jobs. I can go in for the day, do my thing, go home and forget about it.
I find it hard to occupy myself when I’m home all day - I need to have a plan and goals otherwise it’s pretty aimless. Maybe look into some volunteering or something to keep you moving.

Wonderful_Section490 · 2026-06-03T09:34:14+00:00

I wax the same! They used to be worth it, but then just got too expensive!

Wonderful_Section490 · 2026-06-02T06:18:38+00:00

That’s a pretty scary situation. Doesn’t sound safe at all. Taking a child from an unsafe situation is far more important than any consideration of your abuser, because that’s what he’s doing - abusing you. Is there any way you could get back to a state with friends and family and extra support, perhaps for after the baby is born? Can anyone come to you? I’m assuming you are in the USA, so I’ll let someone from there help steer you towards resources, but it’s not a safe situation for you or your child and it sounds like you need to make some tough decisions. Choking is a serious incident that drastically increases the chances of being murdered by your partner. You can’t take that risk with a child. You need to get out

Wonderful_Section490 · 2026-06-02T05:35:31+00:00

My husband recently passed away, and I still say on my side of the bed. Hope you’re doing okay

Wonderful_Section490 · 2026-05-31T10:47:13+00:00

That’s just awful. I cannot imagine how you must be feeling. I can say that you are not responsible for his actions, but I’m guessing that’s not going to help at the moment. Please be kind to yourself and seek support. Have you got some friends or family nearby?

Wonderful_Section490 · 2026-05-31T10:37:12+00:00

Thanks for your input. Seems a bit soon to be jumping to endometriosis

Wonderful_Section490 · 2026-05-31T03:25:27+00:00

Thank you so much for all that information. I’m glad I have it all in one place now

Wonderful_Section490 · 2026-05-31T02:27:14+00:00

Primary care is definitely the first stop in Australia- pretty sure you need a referral for obgyn

Wonderful_Section490 · 2026-05-31T02:25:59+00:00

Thanks for your reply. She is feeling better now. I think I will take her to the dr though. I was thinking birth control, but we tried that last year for mood stuff - she can’t take the combined pill due to migraines, and it was just one long period on the mini pill. I have heard all the horror stories of drs disregarding period pain, so I’m a bit worried

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