Back On Line
By sprog
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Hi everyone. As a few of you will know, I went to Papworth Hospital at the beginning of the month with my Husband, John, who was very sick. I am sad to say that John passed away on 9th October, in Papworth Hospital, despite all their massive efforts to help him. It has been a dreadful time and just spending an hour here and there in the garden – albeit a very small garden – has helped a lot. Prior to going to Papworth I had lots of good wishes from fellow gardeners and I just wanted to say thanks to all for their thoughts. It’s going to be a very strange life for me for some time to come. I will definitely be taking a lot of comfort from immersing myself in this friendly site. Thanks all of you for making the site so welcoming.
31 Oct, 2009
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Hi Sprog so sad to hear this it must be an awful time for you? Lot of adjusting for you and as you say life will be very strange. Gardening is a great healer to look forward to come the spring.Thinking of you at this very hard time xxx.
31 Oct, 2009
Hi sprog I was so sorry to hear your news.like Terratoonie says we are all your friends on here so don't forget that.
31 Oct, 2009
So very sad to read your update, you must miss your husband so terribly. I hope when you are feeling down time on GOY will help to lift you with some of the nutty goings on, beautiful pictures and interaction with your friends on here.
31 Oct, 2009
Welcome back Sprog, so sorry to hear your sad news. We are always here on GoY, night and day, so you know where to come for company as well as gardening ideas and advice. Good luck with the garden, looking forward to seeing some more photos. xx
31 Oct, 2009
Welcome back and my heart goes out to you.
31 Oct, 2009
Although I am relatively new to GoY. I would like to say Welcome Back and there is no better site for lifting the spirits
31 Oct, 2009
So sad for you Sprog. Words at a time like this are inadequate, but if it helps to know that many many people are caring, we all are and will be. You need lots of strength. Our love comes out to you.
31 Oct, 2009
Dear Sprog...you are in our thoughts and prayers.....as Mad says - words are inadequate - but I have sent you a PM anyway. Cx
31 Oct, 2009
Hi Sprog, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you.
31 Oct, 2009
Hello Lynda,
This is such a devastating time for you..I can relate..as I was widowed a little over 3 years ago. Unless someone has gone through this loss..it is hard to know how it is...just understand that I know..shed all the tears you need to...there is no time line for dealing with anything. It is a very personal thing..my love and my heart...~Caroline
31 Oct, 2009
Hi Lynda - It is impossible for most to fully understand how life changing losing your spouse is until you have experienced it yourself. I see from your latest photo that you have a granddaughter of a similar age to mine. It was my granddaughter that brought me out of the shock of my loss (same month as Caroline) and brought some purpose back into my life. I next turned to exercise for the endorphins but of course being a foolish male I did too much. I next found more purpose and pleasure in my garden. This in turn led me to make new friends, gain knowledge and have a bit of harmless fun on GOY.
It is right and good that you have been able to tell us of your loss. I hope all the support expressed here helps a little at this most difficult of times. Best regards Steve
31 Oct, 2009
Dear Sprog,
sorry to hear your sad news.
As has been mentioned, time and gardening are great healers. We will be here when you fancy a chat
Although I am new to GOY, I will be pleased to get to know you especially as I live only a few miles away
31 Oct, 2009
Thinking of you at this very sad time take care fromMavis
31 Oct, 2009
so very sorry to hear your sad news and hope your lovely friends here can help Pam xxx
31 Oct, 2009
Thinking of you at this sad time. We are all here for you.
Lou
x
31 Oct, 2009
Thoughts are with you at this sad painful time and echo above sentiments more eloquently expressed by those with closer personal experience.
31 Oct, 2009
My deepest sympathy Sprog...
31 Oct, 2009
Thinking of you at this sad time Sprog you arr in my heart & prayers x
31 Oct, 2009
I'm sorry to hear of your sad news. I hope you will get some comfort from being on this site with lots of caring and understanding friends.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Hywel
31 Oct, 2009
My condolences sorry to hear you have lost a near and dear one, hope you remember all the happy memories.
31 Oct, 2009
I am so sorry for your terrible loss Lynda. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gilli x
1 Nov, 2009
Sprog my heart goes out to you at reading of your loss. I`m so pleased you felt able to tell us and hope we can help you in the coming months because we are here.
Being worldwide there is always someone around to chat ,happy,sad ,serious ,whatever we don`t mind .....
Take care and God Bless...Sue. xx
1 Nov, 2009
So very sorry Sprog to hear of your devastating loss, will pray for you.XX
1 Nov, 2009
I send you a hug as well - and my thoughts, too. xxx Welcome back - I hope we can help you a little bit.
1 Nov, 2009
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Hello Sprog. Pleased to hear from you.
So very sorry to read the news about John passing away.
Papworth Hospital staff obviously did everything possible to help him. The hospital has a very high reputation.
Yes, spending time in the garden can help a lot. A pity we are reaching a time of year when days are getting colder and the weather won't be inviting you outside too much...... but not that many weeks till springtime.
What spring flowers do you have in your garden ?
You have the wonderful global family of GoY supporting you and I'll be looking out for your blogs and photos over coming months. Just join in when you feel able...
Love and hugs. Terratoonie. xxx
31 Oct, 2009