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Bereavement
In reply to the discussion: Tomorrow my son would have turned 40 if [View all]ultralite001
(2,230 posts)14. Please consider...
        doing something he would have loved in his memory... 
This time of year, I bake things that my mom loved... + share w/ others who are grieving... 
I also check out classic car shows because my dad + I made some great memories rebuilding a number of classics... 
Consider watching a movie he loved... or play some music he loved... or read something he loved... 
I have also planted trees for those in my family who have passed...  It's a wonder watching them grow w/ the passing seasons... 
Comfort comes w/ knowing they aren't forgotten + they've gifted something to share.
I miss my folks most this time of year... Hoping you find comfort in fond memories of your son... 
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        My son died of Ewing's sarcoma in Jan. 2002 after having been diagnosed 9 months earlier.
        BadgerMom
        Sep 2024
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        I am so sorry.  I hope you remember his previous birthdays with a smile.  Think about his 1st.
        LoisB
        Sep 2024
        #16
      
        
        I am so sorry for your pain. I cannot imagine the loss and all the emotions that come with it.
        Evolve Dammit
        Sep 2024
        #18
      
        
        I'm so sorry. Glioblastoma is a terrible cancer that has taken many fine people.
        ms liberty
        Sep 2024
        #33
      
        
        I can only imagine your deep loss. We never heal completely, but even carrying that burdon, we can move on. ...
        marble falls
        Sep 2024
        #53
      
        
        I know saying how sorry I am for your loss won't take away your pain, but condolences.
        sinkingfeeling
        Sep 2024
        #55