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My lovely husband died today. He was 31.

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gillybean89 · 01/01/2023 20:18

My sweet, kind, wonderful husband died this morning. He was on his way to meet me and our children and was involved in a car accident. He was 31 and we have 2 DC aged 5 and 2. I am broken and lost and don't know where we go from here. He was my best friend in the whole world, my rock, my voice of reason, and the best dad I could have wished for for our children. Life is so cruel.

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ZeppelinTits · 01/01/2023 20:52

I'm so very sorry for your loss. I can't imagine what you are going through. Take strength from your children and your family support. So much love to you. Flowers

Duckdown · 01/01/2023 20:53

I'm so sorry for your terrible loss. May your lovely husband rest in peace ❤️

Hillcrest2022 · 01/01/2023 20:54

I'm so sorry..this is such a tragedy. Take all the support, love and help that will surround you. ❤️

positivethoughts1 · 01/01/2023 20:59

My thoughts are with you at this terrible time, sending love your way ❤️❤️❤️

nocoolnamesleft · 01/01/2023 21:00

I am so sorry for your loss. At some point, you may find Winston's Wish to be helpful for supporting your children.

itsgettingweird · 01/01/2023 21:04

I'm so so sorry.

Just be kind to yourself. There is no right way or any clear way through this. Allow yourself the time and space to think and feel what you do.

Flowers
user58202018484482910ugog19293843910 · 01/01/2023 21:05

So sorry to read this op

BrewandBiscuit · 01/01/2023 21:06

There are no words. Sending love and strength to you and your children. I cannot even begin to imagine your shock and pain 💔

WarmBeerAndSandwiches · 01/01/2023 21:08

I am so very sorry to read this. Big hugs to you and your babies. ❤️

teaandtoastwithmarmite · 01/01/2023 21:08

This is awful. I'm so sorry 😢

PrincessCalley · 01/01/2023 21:08

I'm very sorry for your loss OP. Take care of yourself. X

ImHavingAnOldFriendForDinner · 01/01/2023 21:09

Oh my goodness I am so so sorry for your loss, I hope you have people in real life who can look after you right now. ❤️

Spaghetti201 · 01/01/2023 21:09

I’m so sorry. That must be a huge shock for you. I expect your world has been turned upside down 😔 I don’t know if it helps, but you will get through this. I have been where you are, it’s an excruciating painful journey, but there is an end to the suffering. Cry, cry, and do more crying. Get all the pain and heartache out. 💐

DoThePropeller · 01/01/2023 21:09

I am sorry for your loss. The shock must be overwhelming and the loss incomprehensible. Sending much love to you and your family xx

LookItsMeAgain · 01/01/2023 21:10

I am so terribly sorry for your loss. Please be kind to yourself and to your kids. You'll all be missing him.

Take each hour as it comes, and before you know it, that'll be a morning or afternoon done.

At some stage way in the future, you may want to repurpose an old shirt of his into a teddy for one of the kids or a comforter and this crowd will be able to help with that: www.honeystitches.ie/

Spray his cologne onto a pillow if it helps you to sleep.

Please feel free to completely disregard my suggestions if you like as I will not be offended in any way. I simply cannot imagine what you are going through but I do wish you every strength for you and your kids to manage your grief.

millymae · 01/01/2023 21:12

I am so terribly sorry Gillybean. I have no words but please know that I am thinking of you and your little ones and sending much love through cyberspace to you tonight.

Dustyblue · 01/01/2023 21:12

Far out that is horrific. Massive hug from Oz.

Way too young, I'm so very sorry💔

emilyelf · 01/01/2023 21:13

This is so hard to read. I'm so sorry for yours and your children's loss Flowers sending love and prayers.

NatriumChloride · 01/01/2023 21:15

OP, I’m so very sorry for your loss - this is devastating news. Sending you love and strength, please keep posting here for support if you need it.

WillTryNotToBeGrumpy · 01/01/2023 21:15

I am so sorry for your loss. He sounds like a wonderful man. I hope you and your family find strength in each other. Lots of love.

OnemoresliceofChristmascake · 01/01/2023 21:16

Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Life can be very cruel, I am so sorry.

toomuchlaundry · 01/01/2023 21:16

I am so sorry 💐

TheGoodEnoughWife · 01/01/2023 21:17

I am so sorry for your loss. I was also widowed young and recommend WAY too.

There are, unfortunately, other people going through similar to you and they can be such a support.

Be kind to yourself. Gently go through your days. Take any help offered. Breathe.

I am ten years on. Feel free to message me.

IbizaToTheNorfolkBroads · 01/01/2023 21:18

I'm so terribly sorry x

Nottelling15 · 01/01/2023 21:20

Totally heart breaking and devastating news.
My deepest sympathy to you and your family and my heart goes out to you all

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