Late husband feels thankful

Dear June

My husband has been gone for almost three years and I still miss him as much today.

He had prostate cancer, but was able to live a normal life for many years.

I was with him when he passed away at home.

I held onto his hand and told him how much I loved him.

Did he know I was there?

Irene, Burntisland.

June Says

The loss of someone you love and the grief connected to it takes time to recover from.

The loss of a life partner brings with it not only the grief accompanied with a loss, but also a change of life circumstance as you no longer have your partner to talk things over with during this time.

The emotional feelings of finding yourself alone can be overwhelming.

Many I have read for after the loss of a partner, have said they missed them more at night.

Saying goodnight to someone is something we all take for granted until they are no longer there. It’s during this time that we especially find ourselves feeling alone.

You were with him during his last days, giving him the support and love he needed, when he needed it most, to allow him to feel settled and loved before he passed.

He knew you were with him as he passed from this side of life to the next.

He thanks you for the love and support you gave him to see him through his last moments of physical life.

He was instantly met by his mother, who was patiently waiting for him.

Dear June

I have lost many family members throughout my life whom I loved dearly.

I have also had to say goodbye to special friends.

I am in my 70s and always thought of myself as a strong person.

February past, I said goodbye to another loyal friend, my dog Ailsa.