Thank you for starting this trend. I’m Sharon, and live in Colorado. My husband had a fatal heart attack on a run before work in February 2019. He was 49 and we thought in great health—he was a regular long-distance trail runner. My children are 13, 18 and 21.
I have found great comfort in reading posts here although I have posted little myself. We have been getting through ok, but the months November (starting with his would-be 50th birthday) through the holidays and up to the anniversary of his death in February were so hard and sad. We made it, and I was greatly relieved that each of my kids had something exciting that they were looking forward - end of senior year, 2 graduations, a fun spring break trip. Then that was all turned on its head.
I am trying to find some bright moments each day to appreciate what we have.
My heart goes out to everybody, especially those with loss and fresh grief. This site has been a place where I am able to feel a little less alone in my sadness, and I am so grateful for it. I wish all of you well!