Loss of wife: Still having a hard time sleeping. Alone a lot.

The best comment I have ever heard about grief is: "Grief is like a heavy backpack. It doesn't get any lighter, but you get better at carrying it." -Ricky Gervais. I have found this to be true. You will never get over losing your beloved wife and the pain of losing her, but you will get stronger as life goes on without her. There will be a time when you can look back with sweet memories of her, even though it may hurt. I am so very, very sorry for your loss.

I lost my wife 2 years ago she died suddenly by falling down the stairs. I saw it happen. She hit her head on the wall and never regained consciousness. She was the love of my life and miss her.

@dotpeacock Thank you! Yes, we are a close family and have always supported one another. They are taking turns wanting to spend time with me yet giving me time alone. Not trying to do much, just get thru these difficult days. I appreciate your kind words and prayers.

@judychurch How true and thank you! I do believe the comment about the backpack is absolutely correct. I also believe in life, at times, we wonder what it would be like if this happens or that happens. We really don't know until it does, and then you find it is beyond what you ever imagined. I am so thankful for my strong family support.