I'm glad you did. We all care here.

My friend lost her best friend hubby recently. My brother lost his best friend dear wife recently. We all have to do this. Sometimes they go first... other times we exit and leave them behind. Excruciating pain. But yr lucky to have lost him while Yu loved him rather than losing him and not caring. Either way it sucks.take solace in friends family pets laughter and memories .

could post it anywhere. My prayers are with you. May you cherish the memories you have had together. Mike C

because I couldn't have said it better.

and told her how I wasn't asked how I was doing after my husband died. Her response was "she didn't want to make me cry".
I truly believe that tears are a way of healing. So let your tears flow and let your husband's name be spoken. Everyone's grief experience is different ~ it's a process that we all have to go through ~ for some it's easier ~ others it's just plain hard. Becoming "single" again is hard ~ there's no one to turn and say, "Did you know...." or "Don't forget..." Remember to be kind to yourself and remember those happy memories with your loved one.

If I may be so bold, Please talk to him and think about him to your hearts content. After all, you have 42 years of treasures to celebrate.
With Love, John

when you are ready, your profound grief can turn to warm memories.

And I think you found the perfect place to post. I am glad you posted and that so many saw it and responded. It’s hard to be alone in our grief. I believe Grief is a little easier to bear when shared.

One year or ten, time means little to those who love and have lost their loved one. Love and Grief are two sides of the same coin and neither can be bound by space or time. We don’t “get over” grief, we move through it, with good days and bad. When the hard times hit, it’s nice to know there is someone out there who cares and will listen. Even if it’s through a computer. DU has so many people who seem ready to do just that.

Breathe…. And may tomorrow be a bit easier for you.

Hugs to you.

May you find kindness to warm you, sympathy to comfort you and cherished memories to bring peace to your heart. (I found this in a card and thought it was lovely.)

Sending you a hug~

... pop into your mind as you reflect upon 42 years of marriage together.

we wish you could talk about him because we would all love to hear about him

I lost my husband 3 years ago and the love does not die..... I know so well how you miss him

It's tough. Peace and every good.

Remember the good days

That pain rumbles under our skin waiting for the tiniest of triggers to set it off. I feel your pain. Hugs and love 💕