I married in 1970, my husband died 7 weeks ago. I’m now finding myself, forgotten who I used to be. Another rite of passage at the age of 75? Wish me luck Twitter friends, please. 💕💕
Dear Twitter friends. Sadly my dear husband died yesterday afternoon.
He left the world peacefully and well cared for.
Both he and me are out of limbo. He has no more pain.
I’m ok..
My dear husband has been in a coma for the last 7 days.
He is on oxygen only.
He had a fall and hit his head.
He has blood on the brain.
He is unresponsive.
He is losing his life.
I am learning to be a widow.
I am devastated.
What I find most despicable is that he asked for his previous marriages to be annulled so he could marry his mistress in a Catholic Church. Does he think he’s Henry VIII?
I’m ok. Hubby died last Weds. I’m ok. Marvellous Daughter with me. I’m ok. Funeral next Weds. I’m ok. Daughter is good. I’m ok. Life can be shit sometimes. But I’m ok. Speak to you all in a few days time. I’m ok. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
I’ll be honest. I married in 1970, hubby died last year. I’ve now found me. I’m no longer a wife, children have their own lives. I’m now becoming me again, my decisions are mine, my life is mine.. wish me well friends..
I said a final goodbye to my husband of 52 years yesterday. A short intimate ceremony with our 3 girls, 2 of their men, 3 grandchildren and 4 amazing friends out here. /1
So in U.K. metric began 1965. Schoolkids then started learning measurements from age, say, 8, so all the folks over 65/66 learned metric not imperial. Am I right, if so, wtf do they want pints for their wine?
I’m fine, children home, hubby’s ashes in container sitting on buffet. I’m fine, I talk to him and hug him. I’m fine. Will settle his ashes in his favourite place soon.. I’m fine. Taking 1 day at a time. I’ll let you know if I’m not fine. 💕
Advice please. My husband died May 2022, he had been in ‘his’ world for at least 3 yrs before leaving. I’m lonely, miss company for chats, visiting places etc., is it too soon to look for a companion?
@thatginamiller
@thatginamiller
the whole parliamentary system should be overhauled, especially the conduct of members who are supposed to be representing their constituents.
@GullisJonathan
So they live and work in the U.K., pay their taxes and aid the ailing economy so why shouldn’t they have voting rights like everyone else?
@PippaCrerar
@Mistyswoman
Isn’t anything written/typed anymore, with copies filed away for further scrutiny? What a sloppy way for a govt to run a country, let alone a business…
I’m in a bad place atm. Memories.. 2 yrs ago hubby, had mini stroke, fell, hit his head, massive brain bleed and irreversible coma. I won’t be on here much. Too many thoughts.
@baratheongirl
I’m having same issue here in France! I think there is a problem with the growers and the crap weather that is affecting everyone, including growers..
@mhdksafa
Years ago, in U.K. the early 50’s , mum would ask to borrow a cup of sugar or whatever from a neighbour, it was always paid back, no questions asked. We looked after each other.. that’s how it was then..
It feels so not right for me, laughing at jokes and having no one to share with.. fuck it, it feel so alone without my man.. I tell the dogs and they don’t understand.. I’m learning about widowhood, it’s not nice.
@implausibleblog
So what is Farage going to do with this £1,500,000 ?
Will it be going into Reforms coffers,
will Reform pay business tax on it.
Or will Coutts be looking after it?
That’s what should be asked…
@JujuliaGrace
@JohnEdw73546225
2 of my daughters work for the nhs. One a nurse, the other in a lab testing covid samples.. no it hasn’t gone away at all…
@BawsmanJJ
@McDowellBt
@hurford_helen
@trussliz
@trussliz
I’ve just seen this… I have 3 daughters and 3 granddaughters who all hoped that Europe would benefit them,especially those with language skills and degrees.
Thank you for taking their futures away.
I have been keeping a ‘diary’ about the changes in our lives. Will try to put it into a small book form.. could be distressing or interesting reading..
I’ve been in my little house/cottage for 1 month and one day. I feel as though I’ve been here forever and I’m so comfortable! Does that mean it’s the perfect place for me?
Yesterday I rehomed my 8 yr old fox terrier. An extremely difficult decision to make. I got to the point that I could not give her the care she needed.
She is now with a couple who adore her and I’m being kept up to date via her new parents.
I have someone viewing this house tomorrow, please wish me luck, there’s a house in a local town that would be perfect for me, close to everything a lady in my position would need…
@GeorgeMonbiot
Everyone here has rights as bestowed to everyone else. I’m comfortable with the French way. But it took a revolution to get there. Time for revolution in the U.K., if the trod upon populace care.
Today is the 5th anniversary of my mums passing, she was 96, it’s also 9 months since my hubby left this house to never return. I still have ‘wobbly’ moments, it’s coming up to 7 months of his death.
I’m not having the best of days.
@GeorgeMonbiot
I’m in France, the French had a revolution, they got rid of them and us. Now the French have Liberty (freedom), Fraternity (brotherhood or sisterhood) Equality (we are all the same). /1
Today is 23/6/2022.
My husband died 18/05/2022.. so this is 5 weeks and one day since he died.
Saturday 25/06/2022 will be his 79th birthday.
He isn’t here to celebrate as we did each year with a BBQ.
I’m bereft.
But I’ll be raising a glass or two for him..
I’m finding all this hatred in the world too much. I pray for the innocent Palestinians, I pray for the innocent Israelis, and also the innocent Christians there..
it’s all too much for me to absorb.
Dear God bring peace please 🙏
I’m retired, 🇫🇷 resident 23 yrs. 🇬🇧 pension + hubby’s company pension for widow and superb healthcare. I look at 🇬🇧 and just do not want to return! I may have up to 20+ yrs here. I think not 🇬🇧 I don’t like what I see..
I’ve been a widow/veuve 365 days today, one whole year, and I’ve an ache in my ❤️, it’s not broken just an ache, a sort of emptiness. But I’ve learned I can live alone, cope with domestic trivia, tax office and the language, I’m ok….
Hello dear twitterers, thank you so much for your thoughtful responses. Visited him again today, no change in his condition but the staff are keeping him hydrated and comfortable.. it’s difficult but I have our girl with me..
Proud mum? Yes.
No 1 daughter back to university for 2 yr module for MSc.
No 3 daughter doing a masters in endocrinology.. what amazing girls I’ve produced!
@jacquep
They were legal weddings in U.K. law, but not recognised in the Catholic Church. Had he and his former wives had their marriage blessed in the RC church then he would need special dispensation for the annulment, not an easy thing.. he uses everyone.
@archer_rs
I’ve just applied for my Irish pp. would have done many yrs ago but only just discovered my Irish mums true birth date, her mum deserted her as a little’un. DNA solved my search and I’ve found cousins en route. Always told I’m☘️ not 🇬🇧.
@autcareandshare
How lovely for you to witness Ryan having a happy lunch with his colleagues from the day centre. It must be a boost to your confidence as his father.,💕
@kellsley
I remember a day, a few years ago, out here in France, when everything failed. In the supermarkets people were allowed to take their groceries in trolleys without paying..
Hubby is on his way, on his birthday too! I felt a weight lift off me as his ashes drifted along the river. He is free now..
but I have paperwork to complete, blooming french functionaries.
@autcareandshare
Oh Adam, I’ve been following you and Ryan over the last couple of years. I honestly did not realise how effing difficult it was for you and your dear sweet boy..
you have come so far.. love you both.. xxx
I have my eldest and youngest granddaughters staying in a gite close to me. I’m so happy to have them here for a few days. Such gorgeous, happy, intelligent girls they are. Lots of chat and laughs. Good for my soul..xxx
@dave43law
JRM is a bloody Catholic hypocrite, he preaches about the Holy Rosary, yet condones poverty and destitution.. he should be excommunicated from the church..
I’m falling into a pit, I know why, & it’s difficult to climb out. Hubby was ‘slowly leaving’ 2 yrs ago, weakness and dementia taking over. I thought he’d come 🏡. How do I get out of this awful feeling?
I’m hoping that the next U.K. Prime Minister is not a hedge fund manager married to a billionaires daughter. But a selfless person with intelligence, integrity & compassion.
@TaniaDoney
The U.K. didn’t want to go fully metric so retained a lot of imperial measurements. I still don’t know my metric height after almost 23 yrs here!
@carolvorders
@Frances_Coppola
@DanNeidle
Faeces coming into contact with rotating ventilating devices… please let the truth come out so the general public understand how they’ve been conned by the cons.
@BettinaSRoss1
@cernusson
Yet here in Europe, the govts are ensuring that British residents are looked after and able to gain residency without excessive costs.
@i_iratus
Sunak had pre-prepped answers (why) but still couldn’t cope, kept glancing at his paperwork. PMQ’s should be unknown questions, let him answer on the spot..
I’m in my new house, it has a crap bathroom so I’m topping and tailing. I have no kitchen so I’m camping. But I’m relaxed and happy being me 🙂. But, from a friend, I’m an amazing and strong woman.. yes, 🙂..
Marie Antoinette reputedly said ‘if there is no bread, let them eat cake.’
Therese Coffey today said (basically) ‘if there are no tomatoes, let them eat turnips…
Revolution time in U.K.?
My no 2 daughter married her long time love yesterday, a quiet ceremony with closest of friends. Celebrations later in the year it seems. I wish that she and her new husband have many years of happiness..
I’m not feeling very special. I suppose it’s cause he is definitely no longer here, but I have a smidgin of his ashes in my locket with his pic and some confetti. No more odd chats, laughs etc.. we had an up/down relationship for 55yrs. Missing him ☹️