A few months back, my DP was sent to Afghanistan. It was very upsetting as we have a 5 year old DD and I am pregnant. I decided to go back home to stay with my parents unti baby is born (we live abroad).
First day back, an old friend came over and started crying her eyes out because she hated the thought of me raising the children alone which I thought was very insensitive. I've also had people ask me "Are you going to move back here if he dies?" Also, it's like everywhere I go people come up to me, pat my shoulder and tell me to be strong. Even if I'm in the supermarket! Like they think I'm on the verge of a breakdown 24/7!
Mum says they're just being nice but it's highly annoying. Especially if I'm out with DD and some old bat I hardly know is asking me how will I cope if DP dies!