We never had kids, so no children or grandchildren to visit.
Siblings all live out of town. I’ll have a meal with my mom at her nursing home, we’ll have each other for the afternoon.
Wife and I had 50 years together, first time alone is tough.
Have a good family get together! Sorry about your husband, did it ever get less painful?
It’s less painful most the time, but sometimes it all comes flooding back. Special times like the holidays will probably always feel like they’re missing something, because they are. As the pain gets less acute I’m able to look back on my memories with joy rather than just sorrow. I’m thankful he’s finished his race; he’s waiting for me to finish and join him.
I’m glad you have your mom; she probably needs you more than you know. I hope you can find joy in unexpected places as you do the important and privileged job of grieving your wife.