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caitlin's avatar

In my experience, I have not returned to the person I was before losing my dad, but that is not a bad thing. I have had to relearn who I am, shedding some things in the process. I am more steadfast in what is important to me, and softer to those around me. I am still relearning and his love is still changing me.

Thank you for sharing your grief, it makes what is easily an isolating experience less so. Sending you love as you find your through this.

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Chelsea Francis's avatar

Thank you for sharing this with me. I am hopeful that I will like the person I am becoming. It already feels like she is softer, kinder, more understanding, but I do have a fear that I will become bitter and angry.

Thank you for the words and the love.

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Alexandria Faulkenbury's avatar

Thanks for sharing. The beauty of your writing shines through even in a time of deep grief. Sending lots of love. 🤍

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Chelsea Francis's avatar

Thank you, Alex. Really grateful for your support always, and especially right now.

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Hannah Smothers's avatar

this was a lovely read. sending love from texas.

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Erika Kubick's avatar

Thank you for sharing this! So many of us are grieving and I find it so helpful to read about other people’s experiences and coping mechanisms.

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