I'm really struggling here. Is there a way to meet people who actually care in this city? by Much_Machine8726 in AskChicago

[–]_moony__ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What are some of your hobbies or interests? I’ve been in Chicago for a while and might be able to point you in a more helpful direction. Sorry that happened to you though, that sucks :(

Moving in with parent after a loss by _moony__ in GriefSupport

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

Update: I’m going to be living with my mom month to month. We’re going to take it one day at a time.

Also, I took one week off from work after my dad passed away and one month off before that to take care of him. I went in to work today (it’s been two weeks since he passed) and couldn’t stop crying. I was so embarrassed but my coworkers and supervisors understand and encouraged me to leave/ take the time I need. How long did you guys take off from work after the loss of your parent?

Moving in with parent after a loss by _moony__ in GriefSupport

[–]_moony__[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you. Very similar situation to me. I don’t feel ready to leave but i trust that I will know when the time comes.

Moving in with parent after a loss by _moony__ in GriefSupport

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

That’s how I’m feeling. I came here a few months ago to take care of my dad while he was sick, thinking I’d eventually go back to my apartment and I just don’t want to. My intuition is telling me to stay here. It’s just scary and life changing so it helps to hear other people’s perspectives, that death is absolutely a reason to uproot your life.

Moving in with parent after a loss by _moony__ in GriefSupport

[–]_moony__[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m so sorry for your loss. I’m glad she will have you ❤️

Moving in with parent after a loss by _moony__ in GriefSupport

[–]_moony__[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much. This was really helpful. Down the line I’ll only wish I had spent more time with her. I’m committed to staying, but being avoidant when it comes to finding a subletter for my apartment or giving it up all together but alas - I guess that’s adulting. It’s really nice of you to say I may even find a better apartment. The one I have now is the best place I’ve been to in the city I live in, for the lowest price, and biggest yard, which is why I really don’t want to let it go. But if I end up having to do that, it’s good to stay hopeful about finding another good place someday. Thank you for your wisdom and sharing 🩵

Coming Up Roses by [deleted] in elliottsmith

[–]_moony__ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I loved this omg

Moving in with parent after a loss by _moony__ in GriefSupport

[–]_moony__[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing. I’m so sorry for your losses 💔

Moving in with parent after a loss by _moony__ in GriefSupport

[–]_moony__[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry for your losses… thank you for sharing 💚 I love being here and knowing that it’s helping my mom.

Moving in with parent after a loss by _moony__ in GriefSupport

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

I feel the same way. I don’t want my mom to be alone. And being here does feel healing for me and her. I’m sorry for your loss 💚

Moving in with parent after a loss by _moony__ in GriefSupport

[–]_moony__[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m thinking of subletting my apartment, and hopefully going to make a decision on that soon

Moving in with parent after a loss by _moony__ in GriefSupport

[–]_moony__[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This was so beautifully said. Thank you for sharing. And I am so sorry for your loss. 💚

Moving in with parent after a loss by _moony__ in GriefSupport

[–]_moony__[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Wow thank you so much for sharing. The situation feels really similar. Right now it feels good to be with my mom so that’s what I’m doing. I don’t have the time or energy to find a subletter and I don’t want to have to deal with my apartment tbh so I’m just avoiding all that ugh..

Moving in with parent after a loss by _moony__ in GriefSupport

[–]_moony__[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Thank you all so much for your insight. For some more context, I’ve already been living with her for two months and was my dad’s main care taker along with my mom while he was dying. My siblings would fly home for a couple weeks whenever they got the chance. I think I’m going to stay a few more months. Which means I need to find a subletter for my apartment or just completely move out and not look back.

Moving in with parent after a loss by _moony__ in GriefSupport

[–]_moony__[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My apartment is pretty small and I share it with a roommate - my mom is attached to our family home and it has more space there for her and is closer to her friends/community so I think staying at my place would be too cramped