As most of you know I lost my husband 6 months ago after 9yrs. It was sudden and completely unexpected. We use to go to Gary concerts together since after all he is my favorite singer. My husband use to even show signs of jealousy..... Yeah like Gary & I would ever.....! It was & is very difficult to be without my soulmate. I still cry every single night. I go every week and place flowers at his grave and lay there and listen to Gary crying my heart out wishing that he could come back to me. I know this can’t happen.....

So I took to the fan club. I have been addicted to Gary over 10yrs now. I use to read this all the time and never posted. Once I lost my husband the craziness was getting worst.... so I started posting and meeting allot of nice people. It has been a real tuff week for me since it marks the 6months. I haven't been on all week due to this FUNK! Please help me to find away to get out of this...... I work from home so never go out to meet people.

Listen to me ramble on....... JUST NEED SOMEONE TO MAKE ME SMILE!!!

PLEASEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!

Although I can't begin to imagine what you have been through, I just wanted to say hang in there and there are people here to listen. Take care, I will keep you in my prayers

Hugs Morgan!! I wish there was something I could do for you!!!

I too have lost my husband, 3 years ago now. I find a lot of solace in music and particularly Gary's music at that time, Just Got Back From Hell. There is a good website you should try, the young widows bulletin board. Lots of help and compassioin there from others riding on the same boat. Tammy

www.ywbb.org

Thinking of you, I am sure I have no idea what you are going through, but you are in my prayers. Remember no one can tell you when you are ok, only you can do that. Take as much time as you need, do not rush it. I think that I am safe to say that we are all here for you, post anytime!

Sending you a smile

I can't imagine how life is for you--but just wanted to say I'm praying for you. Hugs and prayers from KY

I'm so sorry. I'll keep you in my prayers and if you need to talk just pm me anytime. I know this has to be so hard for you. God bless and be with you at this time. ((Hugs))

*hugs* to you Keep close to you all of your happy memories and know that there are people out here that truly care.

Hugs and prayers for you. Just hang in there we are all here for you anytime. Just pm me and we can talk.
Smiles to you when ever you need one.

I AM SO SORRY, MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU DEAR FRIEND!!! KEEPING YOU IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS AND MAY GOD WRAP YOU IN HIS TENDER LOVING ARMS DURING THIS VERY DIFFICULT TIME!!!! I AM HERE FOR YOU MY PRECIOUS FRIEND IF YOU NEED ANYTHING,PM ME ANY TIME!!! WE LOVE YOU GIRL!!!!

Hello there,

I agree with all that you need to do what works for you and take your time with any emotions you need to. This is a place where you sure can talk about whatever is happening for you we sure can lend an ear and a prayer!
Sometimes I just crank up a song and cry till I think I can't cry any more or I crank up a song and dance..of course I do this where no one can see me though!
We are here for you with lots of prayers, some off the wall thoughts and absolutely a smile for you!

prayers to you!

Teresa

Good morning!! I'm sending a wink-n-a smile to you this beautiful day
Time heals ... memories live forever --- keep the faith! You seem like an amazing, beautiful, strong woman!!
Big hug and lots of prayers coming your way from Santa Fe!

Thank you all.......Today I managed to pull my head outta the ground to see the sunshine! You guys are great.... Wish I could meet some of you. Who knows maybe at the GAFC party? BTW any news yet as to where it is going to be? I will be having my Birthday during that time so want to treat myself to the party.

HAPPY PATTYS DAY TO ALL!

Loads of Love
Tender

Happy St Pat's Day! Hope to meet you at the FCP. Think of you often, and hoping your day's have some happiness in them.

HEY MORGAN, I also think a good support group would be good. The young widows bulletin board that was mentioned early. That way you would be helping someone else & at the same time maybe your spirits would be lifted also!

I lost my DAD to lung cancer a year ago, & I was living out of state most of the time, so it was really hard on me. I was running back & forth from where my husband was working to back home (MANY, LA) to help out with my DAD. This went on for a year, 3 differet states. ( Lincoln, ME ~ Camden, SC ~ Winter Haven, FL) Toward the end I returned home & stayed to help my sister with him. I found that what got me through the hard times was alot of prayer. Everywhere we resided in I always found a good place to walk. I would walk an hour every day & took this time to pray too! I think just getting out & walking helps alot, I know it helps me tremendously & helping others.

I love keeping inspirational quotes nearby, & like watching JOYCE MEYER, CREFLO DOLLAR, JOHN HAGEE on tv too! along with a few others.

PRAYERFULLY,

LAJEAN

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I am new to the board. Just posted today, myself. Got some amazing words of support. I am So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

TV it was such a great surprise bumping into you on the game board this morning -- please come back often -- you seriously made my day!! I've had the biggest grin on my face the whole day, thanks to you!
Have a fantastic evening!

i'm sorry for your loss and can't imagine what you're going through. you can pm me anytime - i'm always up for conversations!!! i hope you have gained support and comfort through all of your junky family members! you are in my thoughts and prayers

Hi TV!! Hope this has been a beautiful Spring Day for you! You are often in my thoughts and prayers.

Hey there TV!! Just sending you a wink-&-a-great big grin from Santa Fe.
I hope you had a good week and I hope this weekend is fantastic!!
Hugs .... prayers ...... much luv!!

I am so very sorry for your loss.
I will keep you in my thoughts & prayers and any time you want to chat, pm me. I think it helps to talk with family & friends.
We are all here for you, you are not alone.
BIG Hugs,
Dor

just wondering how you are--hope things are ok today.

Hope you're doing alright. Just thinking about ya.

Hey there TV!! I hope your week has been good and I hope your weekend is great! Take care -- you're in my thoughts and prayers every day ...

Hey there! My thoughts and prayers are with you while you struggle through this difficult time in your life. Remember you have friends here on the board. Lean on us when you need to and maybe we can help make your days a little brighter.! We are always willing to help! ((hugs from us all))

Hope that things are going well, we are all still thinking of you!!
Sending a smile

Last June, my father passed away suddenly. We were all shocked. At his funeral, the paster played Live Like You Were Dying. I still can't listen to that song. When my mom passed way four months later, the same pastor wanted to play Live Ain't Always Beautiful. I said absolutley not. I can't imagine not being able to listen to that song. It's hard to listen to it anyways. But I know where your coming from. I know it's harder with someone you've known in the most intimate way. But at this point, if my husband died, I don't know what I'd do. We aren't living together right now, but I Love him more than life itself.
My heart really goes out to you. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

So very sorry about your Mom and Dad. That is twice as tough I'm sure. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you friend. ((Hugs))

Hi there TV! I'm just sending a quick message to say that I hope you're having a great day! Big hug and a smile from Santa Fe!

HOPE YOU'RE HAVING A GRAND DAY!!!!

Hey there TV ... seems like it's been way-too-long since we last heard from you.

I pray that you are doing better. Please come out and visit us soon, we miss you!!

Much luv ... hugs ... and prayers coming your way from Santa Fe!!

I second that. I hope all is well. This is the first time that I saw your post. I had just read the most recent post about the Tunica concert and how much fun Gary was having and smiling throughout the concert...even signing autographs. I saw him last year in July and I am hard pressed to remember him smiling. The cloud does lift it just seems to be so gradual that at times you may not feel like you are making progress. Hang in there...us GA fans are with you!!!

Genevieve

First off I want to say I am soooo sorry. I lost my wife just last year and I understand all the confusion, pain, regret, guilt, just about every emotion you can mention.

I know it's hard to imagine anything beyond your pain right now, and I KNOW what you are going through. I just started going to counselling to work through some of my issues, and I learned I am doing the right things. The biggest thing is to talk about it, don't bottle things up, don't deny those feelings. I know about crying, in fact I know just how it can suddenly come upon you with no warning...LIKE RIGHT NOW!!

I can't give you any answers to your questions, but what I can tell you is that this grieving task (I've learned to not call it a "process"), will proceed at your pace and only YOUR pace. Don't let anyone tell you HOW you should be grieving, however you grief is your way and THE RIGHT WAY!!!

I was given a book and for the life of me I can't think of the name right now. But if you want to send me a message I will find it for you. It's from a spiritual point of view, but not like you might think. I know you are probably mad at God, but God doesn't cause death...I learned that..so my anger was misguided.

Reach out to anyone you can to help, friends, family, board members, anyone that you can talk to, anyone who will just LISTEN will help. Remember, you are NOT alone, there are many others just like you and I working through this challenging time of our life.

If you need someone to talk with, I can share my experiences, my heartaches, my setbacks, and my gains. Remember, don't just think of all the good times, remember EVERYTHING!!

I truly wish you all the best, I wish for you strength and faith. One day you will feel alive again, and happiness will return. You will live again, but in a different way....My heart goes out to you..

Matt