He recently had another one & had to go to hospital emerg in Ambulance. It's as though its all happening again. I'm very down and exhausted. He's been in nursing home since 2014.
He was 53 when first stroke/bleed occurred. still only 72.. My life has been only him - now more so because of visits. not really a question, but any ideas how to carry on?
Senior75, there is only one way that I know of to deal with the grief. Get ready, you might get mad at me. The path is gratitude. Find the place in your heart where you can feel genuine gratitude for your life with him, for all of his wonderfulness, for his love and companionship. Gratitude for the fact that you had him in your life and still do. Spend a portion of each morning thanking the powers that be for the thousands of things to be grateful for. Keep a gratitude list.
My experience has been that this gives energy, which can then be used to carry on. You will carry on with continued visits and a new activity or hobby--your choice. You know what is best for you.
Good luck and lots of hugs.
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