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Vickyyy

Cherish every moment – A heartbreaking reminder​

Easter weekend, I (31M) lost my fiancée (28F) to an overdose. She relapsed after nearly two years while visiting her family. In just hours, I lost everything that mattered—her, our plans, and the life we were building together. Her 5-year-old son, who she adored, is now living with his grandmother over six hours away. Her dog was sent to a shelter because my apartment doesn’t allow pets. I stayed with her and her son 99% of the time for the past year, and now, I’m back in my apartment, which feels so strange after being with them for so long. I miss the little things—cooking for three, bath time, bedtime hugs, and even just walking the dog. I miss her voice, her laughter, and the future we planned. It’s a harsh reminder that life can change in an instant. Please, don’t go to bed angry. Don’t leave each other without making up. Say “I love you” often and live in the moment. You never know when it might be your last. She used to say, “Why the rush? We have our whole lives.” Now, I realize how true that is. Don’t wait—live every day to the fullest. #Loss #Heartbreak #CherishTheMoment #LoveAndLoss #Gratitude #RomanticRelationships

Cherish every moment – A heartbreaking reminder​
Michael Marquez

Struggling to hold my family together​

I'm 25, married for two years, with a 6-year-old daughter who’s my world. I work in a dangerous job, earning well to support my wife’s dreams. Recently, my best friend died at work due to a coworker’s mistake. I had to break the news to his girlfriend and have been helping her. To cope, I’ve been going to the gym excessively, avoiding home. Last night, my wife confronted me about my absences. When our daughter interrupted, revealing she’d had an accident, my wife calmly but firmly said I need to “get it together.” She took our daughter, leaving me devastated. I’m struggling to process my grief while fearing I’m losing my family. I don’t know how to handle this. #Grief #FamilyStruggles #SupportNeeded #EmotionalOverload #Loss

Struggling to hold my family together​
Lisa Smith MD

My Grandmother’s Message in My Dream: “We Just Keep Searching”

A week ago, I had a vivid dream about my grandmother, who passed away from brain cancer on January 11th. It felt so real—walking into my family’s living room, there she was, sitting in her favorite chair, glowing with health and warmth. She looked like she did 15 years ago, wearing that outfit I remembered so well. When I asked her, “What’s it like?” referring to life after death, she paused, sighed, and said, “We just keep searching.” Her tone was calm, almost resigned, but her smile held a mix of emotions. She added, “You have to follow your loved ones and watch over them,” and mentioned she was visiting family in West Virginia before fading away. The peace I felt in that dream was indescribable, though bittersweet. Now, I’m left wondering: what does “we just keep searching” mean? Is it about the afterlife, personal growth, or something else entirely? Have you ever had a dream that left you with lingering questions? Share your thoughts—I’d love to hear your interpretations! #Spiritual #Dreams #Loss #Grief #Family #LifeAfterDeath

My Grandmother’s Message in My Dream: “We Just Keep Searching”