not a sob story

[just_jenni]

I really don't want this to be a sob story, but just want to bring my life up to date.

Since we moved out West my husband's health has deteriorated far faster than I could have imagined. We moved in December of 2022. He had suffered a stroke that August, but his geriatrician said she didn't think that had anything to do with his dementia. He was

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[lenine2]

I'm glad you've updated. You're one of my oldest friends here. The situation isn't happy, but it's becoming more familiar to me. I actually posted something today that I turned private because it seemed too "complainy", but I will rewrite and post it now. It's about my MIL's decline.

I hope you have the best situation for yourself and for Ed. You are fortunate to have your daughter and family. Please consider posting when you move to Calgary.

[just_jenni]

Thank you so much and I do appreciate your support. It certainly has been a long time, hasn't it? I hate to complain about my situation because I know it's not the worst. I never had to deal with abuse or anything like that. It's actually been fairly easy, in my view. But it's sad. I miss him so much and am remembering all the good times. Sometimes I think I hear his footsteps coming down the hall and expect to hear his voice calling me: "Hey, Jenni! Let's go out!" We had so many laughs over the years.

I expect to post a lot more and perhaps get back to writing, but one step at a time. I can't wait to get to Calgary and settle down. The past few months have been much too hectic for me.

I'm interested in reading your post about your MIL, so I'll head over there now.

[wiseheart]

Oh love, that is so sad! *hugs*
I wish you strength to get used to all the changes. My thoughts will be with the two of you.

[just_jenni]

Thank you so much. That means a lot to me.

[elwenlj]

I'm so sorry to hear of your trying time. I hope life settles down for a while, and I'm glad to hear that you have family around for support. As someone who lives alone I can say that it has its advantages, but sometimes we all need backup. Don't be hard on yourself for that.

[just_jenni]

Thank you very much for your kind words. Family certainly helps and I appreciate them for that.

[sireesanwar]

Honestly, I'm not sure how we are friends but I want to send you a virtual hug. I'm so sorry for your trying times. I can't imagine what you are going through emotionally but I would say... feel it. And let it out. Just don't bottle up those emotions. And try to remember all the good things.

Update: Oh I was looking at the "friends page" on layoutlounge. Still... *hug*