Hello - from also in Pa. So sorry for your loss. Welcome to the group no one planned to join. It is a welcoming group of people who understand because they have also been there. Continue to take it one day at a time. Go outside -take a deep breath of fresh air. Look around and try to find beauty in what you see. Your grief will gradually soften and find its place in your heart. Don't rush let it happen naturally.
Irish: My husband passed October 2023 and I am just now coming up for air. I will finish a GriefShare Group next week, it has been helpful; although I didn't think it would be. You probably are not quite ready for the girlfriend you have, the reason for the "funk" you say you are in. Grieving is a process and it shouldn't be rushed. They say the deeper the love the deeper the grief, you must have loved your wife very much. Hoping and praying that you will find brighter days ahead. Kasey
Dear Irishman, even with a girlfriend, You will never replace your beloved wife. It is not possible. Keep her in your heart and talk to her always, but enjoy your new relationship. And I emphasize "new" because she is not to be compared to your late wife. That would not be fair to her or to you . Good luck. Second chances are a gift.
