knw55 Posted December 15, 2006 Posted December 15, 2006 It doesn't seem possible that my dad died nine days ago. I don't know what to do with myself. I'm tired all of the time, all I want to do is sleep. I get irritable out of nowhere and the moments of sheer panic is so hard to deal with. My four beautiful kids need me and I am trying to make everything as "normal" as possible. Concentrating is impossible. I'm a mess right now and I know it's a long road ahead of me but already I'm tired of the pain, anger, sadness etc...I truly feel like I am losing my mind. I just don't know what to do. Karen Quote
shirleyb Posted December 15, 2006 Posted December 15, 2006 Karen, I am sorry for your pain. Get some rest and don't fight what you are feeling. Grief is overwhelming. Just take it minute by minute. Prayers for you and your family. Shirleyb Quote
ma's kid Posted December 16, 2006 Posted December 16, 2006 ((((Karen)))) Just wanted you to know that I understand how you feel and am sending gentle hugs your way. When my dad died..one thing that seemed to ease my *panic* was to sit down and write to him. One second at a time, Karen and remember..we are here! Hugs, Libby Quote
Don Wood Posted December 16, 2006 Posted December 16, 2006 It's normal to be tired. Being a caregiver is very hard and taxing. I am sleeping a lot more now -- because I'm exhausted, and because I can. Don Quote
Tracey Huguley Posted December 16, 2006 Posted December 16, 2006 I'm so sorry that you are going thru this.... I will keep you in my prayers... If you feel like resting.....rest.....like everyone else says...do what ever comes next... Love, Tracey Huguley Quote
j's girl Posted December 17, 2006 Posted December 17, 2006 Karen, so sorry you are dealing with this. It's so hard. My dr recently prescribed paxil for me and I find it really helpful. It doesn't take away the feelings, just helps me feel calm about everything and deal with everything else that get piled onto the grief. Hope you feel better soon. Shauna Quote
Treebywater Posted December 17, 2006 Posted December 17, 2006 ((((Karen))))) Praying that you will find the strength to keep walking through this. Please take care of YOU too. Quote
Nick C Posted December 17, 2006 Posted December 17, 2006 Oh Karen, Rest. It is exhausting. THe emotions are quite a workout. You will know when you've had enough rest, but for now, don't push. We're here for you. Quote
Martha02 Posted December 18, 2006 Posted December 18, 2006 I know it's so exhausting. I remember after my mom died it was so hard to deal with the kids, but we have no choice we need to. You will see that with time your life will be in routine again, for the sake of our kids we need to be strong and go on. Even if this seems impossible at times. I usually do my crying at night in bed. take care of yourself! martha Quote
marym Posted December 19, 2006 Posted December 19, 2006 Karen, I'm so very sorry about your Father. I can understand the grief and hope you have some support to help with the kids and the season. Best wishes, mary Quote
ztweb Posted December 19, 2006 Posted December 19, 2006 Oh Karen, You are going through a grieving process. Give yourself a break and cry. Give yourself a break and sleep. Give yourself and kiss those kiddos. My prayers for you and your peace. Jen Quote
RandyW Posted December 19, 2006 Posted December 19, 2006 I am sorry tom hear this but i do understand what you mean. healing takes time to happen. I like to write about times with deb and do here occasionally. I also go outside at noght and grab a beer or algass of wine and have a daily chat with her under the stars. It gets things out no matter what they are. You ahve to take car eof yourself to take care of the kids. Is there a clergy person you could talk to by chance. these are suggestions of thingds that helped me out. sending prayers and thoughts tonite. Quote
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