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Permalink Reply by Margaret Lopez on March 12, 2015 at 10:29am

Hey Jamie

I am so sorry for your loss.  I know sometimes the pain can be unbearable. My brother died just a year ago last February and I still can't believe it sometimes... he used to call me on every special occasion and now I don't get the hear his voice anymore we were very close also......Death truly is an enemy. Anytime you need to talk I will be here for you!  You are in my prayers.

Margaret

Permalink Reply by Jamie Ann on March 12, 2015 at 3:35pm

Thanks Margaret. He was my younger brother and I always looked out for him, he was actually living with me when he died. I gave him a hug and wished him Happy Birthday the night before and then that was when I saw him last. It just truly is unfair. Sorry to hear about your brother.

Permalink Reply by Mark Anderson on March 16, 2015 at 12:00pm

Grief for me has been a roller coaster ride of emotions.  Some days I feel ok but them something will pop up to remind me of my sister and I find myself feeling that empty spot in my life.  I keep trying to hold on to the idea that over time the intensity will decrease and that I can be a positive force in the lives of her children.  Take Care!

Mark A

Permalink Reply by Jamie Ann on March 18, 2015 at 2:30pm

Thanks for the reply Mark, sorry to hear about your sister. My brother has 6 children under the age of 11. I get to see and be a part of three of his childrens lives, it is still very emotional to see his kids because I just feel how unfair is it that I get to be with them and he doesn't? I describe my grief as a rollercoaster as well. It is just all so unfair.
 
Mark Anderson said:

Grief for me has been a roller coaster ride of emotions.  Some days I feel ok but them something will pop up to remind me of my sister and I find myself feeling that empty spot in my life.  I keep trying to hold on to the idea that over time the intensity will decrease and that I can be a positive force in the lives of her children.  Take Care!

Mark A