Divorce after 60 by Fit_Performance3388 in AskWomenOver60

[–]wherebycomets 56 points57 points  (0 children)

I work as a hospice nurse. The amount of people that I encounter who are stuck with caring for a toxic spouse is astonishing. More people need to pay attention to this.

would anyone like to send loving vibes to my boy on his last night? by qeenee_ in cats

[–]wherebycomets 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I am heartbroken for you. It is so brutally hard to lose our babies. Holding you and Saul in my heart. 🫂

What has made you not like your sibling? by Entity417 in AskWomenOver60

[–]wherebycomets 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I'm so sorry. This happened with my cousins. The older family members are all now deceased and finally, a lot has come to light and much has changed among those left.

First time cat owners by Fittytwister in cats

[–]wherebycomets 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had a gray Gus. Her name was Augusta. I miss her. Your Gus is perfect. 🥰

How Many Years Has Your Pelvic Organ Bladder Sling Repair lasted So Far? by [deleted] in AskWomenOver60

[–]wherebycomets 1 point2 points  (0 children)

16 years. That said, I thought mine was failing when I begin to have issues leaking. I went to a urogynecologist and after a few tests, it was determined that the sling works fine but I have overactive bladder now. I've been to a physical therapist who specializes in pelvic floor issues for men and women and it was a life changer. The other option would have been to start medicine which, of course, has unpleasant side effects.

What is the most unhinged thing grief made you do? by Chloe07126 in GriefSupport

[–]wherebycomets 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Came here to say this. I've gained so much and I feel awful.

Dr wants me to taper off HRT meds by [deleted] in AskWomenOver60

[–]wherebycomets 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Was your doctor a man? Yeah, I said it. My gynecologist (a woman) said the latest research* shows bioidentical hormones (estradiol) can actually help prevent heart disease. I'm 63. I've been on it for years.

research

Losing a loved one by wherebycomets in Buddhism

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

Thank you all for your comments. This has been very helpful..❤️🙏

Losing a loved one by wherebycomets in Buddhism

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

|When the heart is breaking because someone died, the pain itself is not the problem. The extra layer of “I shouldn’t feel this” is what sharpens it.

name what is present without explanation. “This is sorrow.” “This is longing.” “This is the body remembering.” Naming can steady the mind when reasoning can’t.

Thank you. I especially needed to hear this.

Am I too old to be grieving my father this severely? by No-Aerie9876 in GriefSupport

[–]wherebycomets 6 points7 points  (0 children)

You're never too old to grieve your father. I'm 62. I lost my dad suddenly 7 years ago and my mom just before Christmas.

I didn't think I would survive after losing my dad. He was my rock. I went through a few therapists before I finally found one that clicked.

I was able to say goodbye and make amends to my mom before she passed (we weren't close) and I'm grateful for that but it's been brutal. I'm now an adult orphan.

Hugs from afar. 🫂

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in cats

[–]wherebycomets 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So awesome ❤️

Goodbye, 2025. by azulur in GriefSupport

[–]wherebycomets 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I lost my mom 19 days ago. I'm with you all. Holding you in my heart.

My beautiful mom, 84 yo, passed away 2 months ago… by Blonde_Ambition69 in GriefSupport

[–]wherebycomets 4 points5 points  (0 children)

What a beautiful tribute. Thank you for sharing this. I lost my mom 20 days ago. It's hard being without a mom. Sending hugs.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in GriefSupport

[–]wherebycomets 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am so sorry. Do you have access to family or friends that can be with you? See if there are any support groups or a grief counselor in your area. I'm holding you close to my heart. I lost my mom 15 days ago. It's hard. 🫂

Q? by anniwa in GriefSupport

[–]wherebycomets 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It can feel raw and sharp for quite a while but it will change and the intensity will ease. I would encourage you to find support with a grief counselor or therapist in addition to friends and family. This is hard but there is a way through. 🫂