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I got married yesterday and I can't stop crying.

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MoreThanOverwhelmed · 07/06/2025 05:07

DH has cancer. (Diagnosed Jan 2024)
We were supposed to get married - at simple 2+2 ceremony at the end of the month but his Dr's etc encouraged us to bring the date forwards, so we got married yesterday in the hospital where my DH is being cared for.
I'm a week post major abdominal surgery.
We have 2 primary aged DC
It's our youngest DCs birthday this month.

I don't know what I want from this post but I can't stop crying.
I don't think that I know how break it to the DC that Daddy isn't going to get better and come home.
My head is swimming & I don't know what to do.

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SimoneJadeM · 21/07/2025 21:59

Sending lots of love

Sally2791 · 21/07/2025 22:01

So sorry for you and your children. Wishing you strength going forwards.

HikingforScenery · 21/07/2025 22:04

I’m so sorry to read this. So heartbreaking. No words will be enough. I’m so sorry 💐

AffableApple · 21/07/2025 22:04

I'm glad you have family around you to support you.

I'm so, so sorry; I can't imagine the pain of loss after all that love xx

measureofmydreams · 21/07/2025 22:05

Just to say I read your update and I'm so very very sorry.

tootsierubs · 21/07/2025 22:12

So sorry to read your update 💐

Isitreallythough · 21/07/2025 22:16

I’m so sorry for your loss and what you are going through. I hope the love you and your children have for each other, and the love of those around you can help you all through these hardest of days. You got through the funeral. One day at a time. They must all take so much courage at the moment. I hope you are getting some bits of time for yourself to process and rest. Sending hugs

HollyIvie · 21/07/2025 22:32

I'm so so very sorry.

Dreamer2525 · 21/07/2025 22:33

I am so sorry, sending you strength x

Gymnopediegivesmethewillies · 21/07/2025 22:44

Bless you. I’m so sorry. Sending a hug and a handhold. X

healthybychristmas · 21/07/2025 23:21

I'm so sorry 💔

LeftieRightsHoarder · 21/07/2025 23:32

Sending you much love and sympathy, OP. This is a terrible time for you and DC, and you just have to keep going as best you can till the pain eases. I hope you can comfort each other, and that you have loving people around you to help you get through it all, day by day xxx

YawnSoTired · 21/07/2025 23:52

Oh op, you have been to hell and back darling.
I'm so sorry 😞
Be kind to yourself In the coming days/weeks.
With lots of love to you all ❤️

ChaToilLeam · 21/07/2025 23:56

I'm so sorry, OP. Hope you can get some rest, life is very cruel sometimes. 💐

Washingupdone · 22/07/2025 00:27

I am so sorry. Look after yourself. Flowers

Outside9 · 22/07/2025 01:44

Horrible disease. Sorry

Quashsquash · 22/07/2025 03:23

OP, this is so hard and unfair. Sending sympathy and strength your way, and to your family.

AnnoyedAsAllHeck · 22/07/2025 04:15

@MoreThanOverwhelmed I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you have MNers here when you need us. Sending you strength, love and many {{HUGS}}.

Snickers2356 · 22/07/2025 04:51

Oh op, it is a living hell that you are in. Just focus on one step at a time. Be kind with yourself, you are strong. Don’t expect to feel ok now, and when you do feel ok, don’t feel guilty. Things will get easier with time I promise. They will never go away but they will get easier. Sending lots of love and hugs your way x

Weepixie · 22/07/2025 05:45

Reported ⬆️

IamtheDevilsAvocado · 22/07/2025 05:48

RabbitsRock · 28/06/2025 07:03

So sorry to read your update OP 💐I have a friend who was widowed at 25 & she has thrown herself into trying to set up help for younger widows as in her experience there doesn’t seem to be a lot available. She has 2 very young children. We are based in Cornwall but I am happy to see if she has anything online & I can inbox you the details. So sorry for what is happening to your family. A few weeks have passed now since your wedding & hopefully you are able to gain some comfort from the memories of that day ❤️

Edited

Widowed and Young are a good resource

https://www.widowedandyoung.org.uk/

WAY Widowed & Young - Bereavement support UK

WAY is the only national UK charity providing bereavement support for anyone aged 50 or under when their partner died.

https://www.widowedandyoung.org.uk

Letsgoforaskip · 22/07/2025 06:08

So very sorry for your tragic loss. Your love shines through every post.
Sending you lots of love and strength ❤️

BlueBelle7979 · 22/07/2025 06:16

I'm so very sorry for your loss x

Maddy70 · 22/07/2025 06:58

Congratulations on your wedding. I know it wasn't the ideal scenario but two people coming together to be married should be celebrated :) , tell us about it, make it something nice to remember. I'm sure your husband loved making you his wife, and you will always have this memory that even in this late stage you have something brilliant. Your children will be fine. They are more resilient than you think at that age. It's you that needs looking after now on every way. Do you have family around you that can look after you post surgery as well as practically supporting you with your children and emotionally with what you are going through ?

Edit just seen the update.
I'm so sorry , please reach out for support, you are not alone

Letshavetea1 · 22/07/2025 07:04

Love and best wishes to you @MoreThanOverwhelmed take time for yourself and your lovely children and family. So sorry for your loss of your lovely husband. Is it worth seeing your GP for some support?