Hi, I'm am new to this site so here goes. The love of my life, best friend and husband of 41 years died Oct 14, 2010. We married as teenagers, had a business out of our home and shared nearly all aspects of our life together. A neighbor who lost her husband a few years ago has given me some of the best advice to date. 1) one day at a time and 2) never say no to an invitation.
I realize this isn't for everyone and as I usually just wanted to be home with Mike I am surprised it has been so good for me but it has. I try and be interested in their lives and find myself laughing. My husband had cancer so we knew this was coming, he died with no regrets at home in my arms and although I miss him every second of every day I think losing a loved one suddenly is such a shock and quite different. Our last words were how much we loved each other. My family and friends have been an absolute blessing plus if you say no too often they may stop asking.