I lost my grandmother to COVID in March and I still feel the sadness weighing down on me.
I liked that the conversation seemed natural while remaining respectful.
Nothing that comes to mind. I enjoyed doing this.
It was good
How are you?
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Hello. I am okay. I have been grieving the loss of my grandmother so I've been a little down lately.
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I am so sorry for your loss... When did this happen?
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This happened in May. I had to think about it for a moment because I was thinking it was March. It was May. This year has completely thrown me off. She passed away in May. Sorry for sounding redundant. I have just haven't been myself.
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Wow that is horrible, and you don't sound redundant at all.
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Thank you.
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I understand that loss is a painful thing to go through and can take us a while to learn to cope with it. I take it you two were close?
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That is true. I know the time will heal but it is painful. We were very close when I was younger however for the past 15 or so years she was in a home in a different state. I didn't reach out to her much. I regret that. I am kind of ashamed that I did not make more of an effort.
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I completely understand that. It is important to be able to let yourself heal.
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That is one of the hard parts for me. I don't take enough time for myself.
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Don't beat yourself up over things that we can't control. What do you mean?
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Thank you. That was nice to hear that. Sorry if that was confusing. I mean I don't take time for myself to heal because I feel so guilty that I didn't talk to her in the end. Should I just accept it?
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I think that you need to understand that things happen about of our control and to not just accept it and forget it, but maybe put a day aside every year to celebrate her life.
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That is a good idea. I do plan on taking a small trip to celebrate her life.
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My grandmother was amazing, and loved burritos, so we used to make them together. After she passed, we started making them as a family in order to celebrate the life she had and memories of her.
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That such a precious memory to have.
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That helps us all remember not her death, but her life and the good memories in a way that would show her how much you do care. Do you celebrate Christmas?
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You're right. I think something along those lines would make me feel her death in a different light. Make it into something enjoyable to remember her and not feel guilty. She wouldn't want that. Sometimes it takes an outside view to see. I appreciate your kind words. Yes, I do. Do you? Merry Christmas!
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I do, Merry Christmas to you too!
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I keep forgetting it's today. This year has just been so different Thank you!
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It has been a very different year, I am glad we are nearing the end of it.
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I am glad we are nearing the end of it too. I appreciate you being there for me. It was nice to have someone to talk to.
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Is there anything else I can help you with?
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No. You have helped with everything I needed. Thank you.
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I understand that I am glad to listen. It helps me just as much. No problem you have a great rest of this year!
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It was pleasant speaking with you. I hope you have a wonderful rest of your day! You too! Thank you!
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