I lost my mum so young, and now I’m angry

My mum died last Wednesday, after only knowing about her cancer for a week. She was only 50 and I'm 32. She leaves behind 2 grandchildren who loved her so so much. Honestly, if they wernt here I'd of taken my own life and the guilt of that is also upsetting. 
my mum was my best friend, my right arm, I turned to her for everything. Not having her here is unbearable. I know it's early days but I've now to the point where I only cry at night times or when something reminds me of her il kind of strain for tears but they don't come. I hope she's not thinking I don't care. 
im angry because why is my mum not here at 50 years old?! My kids should of had their grandma for at least another 20-30 years. It eats me alive. The guilt of not listening to her when she told me she didn't feel well, always telling her she's paranoid. "Just ring the doctors"....what use they are....NONE! I'd do anything to have her back. We were meant to go to the cinema and out for dinner this week....instead I'm planning her funeral. Life is so unfair. The guilt is unreal, the pain is unreal. I love my mum so much 

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  • Welcome to Cancer Chat missmum23 although I'm so sorry about your mum. I can't begin to imagine what you must be going through right now but I want you to know our community are here for you and I'm sure you will receive a lot of support and advice from our members soon.

    I can see you've mentioned that you've had some rather upsetting thoughts that you're feeling guilty about. Given that you've just lost your mum in a rather sudden and unexpected way it's completely understandable, and natural, to be contending with some dark thoughts at this time, but if they continue to appear or you feel you're unable to manage them, do be sure to reach out for support. You could do this through your GP or bereavement charities such as CRUSE or Sue Ryder, the latter of which has an online community just like ours where you can connect with others who have also experienced the sudden loss of a parent.

    Coping with grief is so tough but you are not alone missmum23 and I hope knowing this will give you some strength and comfort as you start to move forward. For now, try to take things one day at a time and be kind to yourself on this very challenging journey.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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  • Welcome to Cancer Chat missmum23 although I'm so sorry about your mum. I can't begin to imagine what you must be going through right now but I want you to know our community are here for you and I'm sure you will receive a lot of support and advice from our members soon.

    I can see you've mentioned that you've had some rather upsetting thoughts that you're feeling guilty about. Given that you've just lost your mum in a rather sudden and unexpected way it's completely understandable, and natural, to be contending with some dark thoughts at this time, but if they continue to appear or you feel you're unable to manage them, do be sure to reach out for support. You could do this through your GP or bereavement charities such as CRUSE or Sue Ryder, the latter of which has an online community just like ours where you can connect with others who have also experienced the sudden loss of a parent.

    Coping with grief is so tough but you are not alone missmum23 and I hope knowing this will give you some strength and comfort as you start to move forward. For now, try to take things one day at a time and be kind to yourself on this very challenging journey.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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