Goodbye

[carlyjade]

I guess I'm still not ready to write about this, because I have no idea what to say... but it would be good for me to at least put it out there, because then maybe it will actually feel real

Comments

[apieceofmymind]

I know that you weren't really close to your Grandma, but I am still very sorry to hear about it, because even though her death was inevitable, it doesn't necessarily make it easy. I've experienced what you're feeling before, and I know how strange that it can feel to be unsure of your feelings, especially about death of all things. My Dad's stepmom died when I was a teenager, and I didn't know how to feel about it myself, mostly because I didn't really know her very well, and also because she never acted like a Grandma to me. I think that I felt sadness and sorrow for the people who were closest to her, like my Grandpa and her kids. I think what you're feeling is probably common given that you had a somewhat distant relationship with your Grandma. You shouldn't feel bad because you haven't cried or shed a tear; you're expressing care in a different way, and that's all that matters. Even though you can't go to the funeral, I'm sure just being supportive is going to help your mom deal with everything. Chin up.

[carlyjade]

Thanks for being supportive, Rach. It helps to have such caring friends in times like these. It also helps to know that you felt similar when your grandma passed away. Sometimes all you need is for someone to validate your feelings and assure you they are normal. Thanks again <3