Hi Midder,

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mum and I offer my sincere sympathy.I am glad to hear that you have made it through to-day for the sake of your family. Your mum's death is still raw. It is far too early for you to come to terms with all that has happened.

It sounds as if she had a difficult passing and it is often hard to get this out of your mind for quite some time. I had the same experience when my own mum died and it took me several years to think of happier times. You have had a long wait for her funeral, but you will get through it with dignity. If you cry at it don't worry. This is not at all unusual. In fact, most people will cry at a loved one's funeral.

The anniversaries in the first year are all difficult to deal with and your mum's birthday has arrived very soon after her passing. However, that is the first one behind you and, it will gradually get easier to cope with them.

Do please keep in touch. We are always here for you.

I shall be thinking of you on 28th and I hope that you manage to get through the day.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx