Merry Christmas All!!

[ComesoonmyLORD]

I know, it may not feel much like Christmas to some. Belive me when I say, I know where you are right now, I'm well aware of the struggle. It's been awhile since I've visited you guys and I see a lot of new names, so let me give a brief summary of my story. I became a widower in January 2006 when I lost my wife to breast cancer. I had 4 children at the time. The storms I faced and, yes have survived, were tough. Now, I'm remarried, to a wonderful woman, Missy, and have gained a new daughter. The house is alive again with the sounds of family. I spent many hours here on this site, all hours of the day and night sometimes. It was a great place of comfort for me. I say to all the newbies, you are not alone in your struggles, there are people here who know EXACTLY how you feel. Recently a dear friend where I work lost his wife. I'm encouraging him to visit this site; I found a lot of comfort here and I'm sure he will also.
My life now is a lot different than this time last year. Sure, there's new struggles with a blended family, but isn't life just that? A struggle?
I'm just hoping you all can find a little time to enjoy some part of Christmas this year! Always remember, He is always with you! Press On!

 

[memoriesbymichelle]

I lost my husband in January of 2005 to head and neck cancer. I am still single and I have 2 boys ages 10 & 13. I think if I would have been the one to die first, my husband would have already been remarried for sure. I haven't found anyone that I am interested in or vise versa and I still have such strong feelings for my husband. I will probably wait until my boys are grown before I think about re-marrying if even then LOL.
Glad to hear life is better for you now. Merry Christmas to you too!

 

[JeanR]

It's good to hear from you, comesoon. we've missed you at this site.

I have come a long way since Terry died 14 months ago, but it's still a struggle. The loneliness is overbearing at times and I never understood the phrase "the sound of silence" until now.

I don't know if I will ever remarry. If the Lord would bring the right person, I would consider it. But, the Lord will have to truly bring him to me. I don't see myself actively trying to find someone. I don't really know who to do that anyway. I married when I was 20 years old, and now I'm 51. I don't know how to date and am terrified at the thought.

Anyway, I am rambling. Welcome back. I hope you stick around!

Jean

 

[blueguy]

I know, it may not feel much like Christmas to some. Belive me when I say, I know where you are right now, I'm well aware of the struggle. It's been awhile since I've visited you guys and I see a lot of new names, so let me give a brief summary of my story. I became a widower in January 2006 when I lost my wife to breast cancer. I had 4 children at the time. The storms I faced and, yes have survived, were tough. Now, I'm remarried, to a wonderful woman, Missy, and have gained a new daughter. The house is alive again with the sounds of family. I spent many hours here on this site, all hours of the day and night sometimes. It was a great place of comfort for me. I say to all the newbies, you are not alone in your struggles, there are people here who know EXACTLY how you feel. Recently a dear friend where I work lost his wife. I'm encouraging him to visit this site; I found a lot of comfort here and I'm sure he will also.
My life now is a lot different than this time last year. Sure, there's new struggles with a blended family, but isn't life just that? A struggle?
I'm just hoping you all can find a little time to enjoy some part of Christmas this year! Always remember, He is always with you! Press On!

Nicely said!! loved ones want us all to move on, and you did.

 

[Hisbygrace]

I have to admit that I haven't been in the same mood for Christmas that I have been in years past, but I am trying to just remember and cling to the reason why we celebrate Christmas. So God bless you all and Merry Christmas everyone.