Raider

Maybe you know I volunteer at a senior center. These folks average age is mid 80's. I love them like crazy. I'm close to some more than others. One I am very close to is named Bob. He lost his wife of 68 years about a year ago. He has volunteered here for 35 years. He is 91 and I loved him like family. I brought him fish from Alaska and he loved it. I went to work today and found that Bob died on Wednesday. A friend of Bobs told me he loved me so so much, and how he looked forward to seeing me. (Humbling). I am devastated. I was sobbing so hard at work, they sent me home.

So here I am in day 4 with this horrible tragedy. Sobbing uncontrollably. But the news is, I shall not drink. Bob would have wanted me to be sober. It is a conversation we had many times. So no drinking, just sorrow today. Thanks for letting me get that out. Watching the 10 hour series the bible, with lemonade/ seven up drink.

Praying for strength. Blessings.

Ruby2

I am very sorry for your loss Raider. Bob was blessed to have his wife with him for 68 years and he was blessed to have you in his life. He would not want you to drink but to remember him. And you are doing that.

soberhawk

I am sorry for you loss Raider.

2bhappier

I am so sorry to read about your loss.

Olive1

I am very sorry Raider.
And it is very powerful how you are handling it.

KateL

Sorry for your loss and not drinking to honour him is admirable xxxx

ClearLight

WOW - that's an inspiring post!

sobercatholic

I am sorry for your loss. ****{hugs}}}

mecanix

Every day is a glorious gift ,

Bestwishes, m

aussieblue

Sorry for your loss Raider.

Dee74

I'm sorry for your loss too Raider.

D

afloatsober

Raider,
You are paying Bob the very best tribute.
Good on you both.
G

Mountainmanbob

sorry to hear about your friend Bob dying

it sounds like you got to touch his life a little
sometimes I think to myself
maybe that's about all we really get to do while down here
be kind to a soul here and there

yes -- thanks to Bob -- you were blessed to know him

Mountainman

Straightshoot

You are really a good person for volounteering, and sounds as if you and Bob were so very close. Cherishing the fond memories of your friendship may help you in your grief. Peace be with you.

Raider

Thank you. His empty chair in the dining room about killed me. Bob, I believe we are here to love like Jesus. Just doesn't take away the grief when someone goes. Thanks guys!!!

witchylilac

Sorry for your loss, sounds like a great guy, but ain't it great you can feel your pain without a chemical barrier and as such truly honor those you love today? Impressive.

Pondlady

Bob saw something special in you, he'd be glad to know you're taking care of yourself.

Indenial618

So sorry for your loss Raider ((((hugs)))))

Mags1

Sorry for your loss Raider, take care, lots of love Mags xx

calico

Raider, I'm sorry for your loss. It is good that you were there for Bob, though, to help him after his loss of his wife. Prayers for you.