Tag Archives: friends

Break

Hello my dearest love. It’s Sunday night and I’m back at our house after spending the weekend at Mum and Dad’s. The last couple of days have been very like a little holiday from the abject depths of my grief. … Continue reading

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Walking alone into the cold and dark

Hello dearest. Had dinner with our best friends tonight. Your absence hit us all, I think. My mood is low, energy levels are low and this cough is coming back at me some. I couldn’t muster an imitation of my … Continue reading

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Bitter Days

Evening, love. We had a very cold night; two blankets on the bed. A crisp, late Autumn day. Like all glorious sunrises and stunning sunsets I see now, beautiful days just make me sad. A little bit angry. A lot bitter and … Continue reading

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Pain and grief

Evening, my love. My ankle is getting better, but I’ve done something awful to my neck/shoulder. Very painful. Could really use your ever-reliable method of cracking my neck for me, or even just a hug. Our best friends are home … Continue reading

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6 Weeks

Mornin’ my love. Another late night where it’s already the next day. Friday #6 started with a massive, skull-splitting headache. Made me feel like throwing up. Desperately wanted you here to make me a coffee and some toast like you … Continue reading

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Fourth Week (1 month): Memorial

Evening, dearest. We held the memorial this evening. You were the guest of honour in absentia. Just as you wanted, there was plenty of booze, good food, laughter and hugs. We didn’t get maudlin. Yes, we cried. Yes, we miss … Continue reading

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Tired

Really tired tonight, darl. Need more sleep. Drove up to see your folks today. We had a nice time. It was almost like always. I managed not to cry while driving, but I came close. That’s the first time I’ve … Continue reading

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A little progess?

Hello, my dearest. I pulled your camera out of the bag this morning. The lens cap was missing. When I looked at the shots on the card, I realised why. You took them on the 16th of November 2010. We’d … Continue reading

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