Missing my dad and my daughter s

Hi everyone I hope everyone is ok and coping the best way they can.  My dad passed away on my birthday this year   and I miss him. Terribly   I miss hearing him telling jokes over the phone.  Plus I miss my youngest daughter to breast and liver cancer  3yrs ago I think about her all the time. I lost another daughter 38 yrs ago  she was stillborn at 40 weeks  we had a funeral for her.   My girls are buried together which brings me comfort knowing they have each other some days I find it hard to function  and cry alot.  I know there is alot of people that are going through the same thing  that's why I joined this chat group.  Thank you for letting me share my  personal    emotions. Shellyanne .

  • Hello Shellyanne

    I'm so very sorry to hear about how grief has impacted your life with the recent loss of your Dad and the previous losses of both your daughters. It's understandable that there are days when you find it hard to function and cry. Grief is a natural process but it can be overwhelming. 

    I know lots of members here in the Cancer Chat community have shared how they have found bereavement support helpful whilst journeying with grief. I don't know if this is something that you've previously explored or indeed want to consider but if it is then you might find it helpful to look at the Cruse website along with the bereavement support that Sue Ryder offers. 

    In the meantime, be kind to yourself Shellyanne. Take each day as it comes and try not to look too far ahead as you adjust to life without your Dad. Life will never be quite the same again but hopefully, with the support of family, friends and loved ones you will find your way forward in a new normal. 

    Thinking of you at this difficult time. 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator