Hello, just wondered if anyone is in the same position as me. My lovely OH is in the forces. He’s recently deployed and won’t be home until August. This is our fourth deployment we’ve been through and I’m just not coping at all. It’s totally thrown me. I’ve not wanted to see anyone or do anything. Work has been a struggle. I’m short with everyone and I’m losing my temper quicker in general. On Thursday I cried myself to sleep. I usually cope with it pretty well and was generally under the impression that it would get easier as time goes on. Is anyone in the same situation? I’ve googled support groups but nothing really comes up.
He’s a step dad to my two girls, the oldest - though still very young - keeps asking questions about where he’s gone to and when he’s coming back. It’s so difficult to answer her. I know I will be ok eventually, it’s just getting through these initial weeks that’s proving a struggle. Thanks for reading.