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Loss & Grief | Last Active: Apr 7 12:18pm | Replies (932)
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@stlouisgmajenn

My son in law died a few days ago, suddenly, at 42. He was the single parent of my 17 year old granddaughter. He's the only one consistently in her life. Kept her safe. He and I didn't always agree but we could agree to disagree. I don't have direct contact with my granddaughter-she's gone into hiding. I've been told by a 3rd party that she's safe but in shock. Guess I'm just feeling sad and sorry 4 myself.

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Teresa, Volunteer Mentor | @hopeful33250 | Nov 2, 2018

Oh, I'm so sorry to hear of the recent loss of your son in law, @stlouisgmajenn. Please accept my sympathies. It sounds as if losing him has also resulted in losing contact with your granddaughter, which certainly represents another loss. At times like these, it is OK to feel sorry for yourself. Losses of significant others in your life are major.

It is also understandable that your granddaughter might need some time to be alone and process her grief. I would encourage you to stand by and be ready to provide her comfort and sympathy when she comes out of her isolation and reaches out to you. She will need support. As age 17, is a difficult time to lose a parent who as you said, "He's the only one consistently in her life. Kept her safe."

If you are able to share more now, please tell me a little about your son in law. As you share your memories and grief with me (and the others in this group) you will find strength and comfort to face each day.

Will you post again about your son in law?

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