My kids and myself are the only thing I need to worry about right now.
I can’t help how other people feel. I can’t help the choices they make. I can’t help that they may choose to make things more difficult for me. I can only choose my reaction.
My reaction is to protect myself and my kids from any added drama and stress.
The reaction may be to step back for awhile. Retreat into our safe home and only be with our supportive circle.
I will deal with the drama another day, week or month. Or maybe it will be a year.
It’s not my fault.
It is self preservation.
Author: Admin
I was happily married for almost 24 years. My husband and I had were raising two children. Shortly before our 24th anniversary, Tom died suddenly of heart attack. My world stopped. With kids (ages 16 and 13) there isn't the luxury of mourning at my own pace. I had to roll up my sleeves and help each with their own grief all the while managing mine. It is very hard. I am sad that some of you may have found this blog as you are trying to navigate your own traumatic event. Let me be here for you. Grief is fickle. Just when you think you are strong enough to manage a second, a minute,
an hour, Grief changes her mind and punches you in the gut.
You are not alone. I'm going through it, too. I am here for you.
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