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JMCKUSICK

(4,740 posts)
Tue Nov 18, 2025, 05:50 AM Nov 18

Good morning my DU family,

Sometimes events happen over a short time that leave me stuck. I've been emotionally numb and almost paralyzed since I got home from visiting Rory.
I feel like I'm coming out of it a little bit and will update things today or tomorrow. I'm sorry it's taken me this long to get through this bog.

As I wish you each a beautiful day, I offer a reminder that in being, we are all where we need to be at this moment in our lives, and a subtle encouragement to trust ourselves to get through things well.
Love, John 💓

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Good morning my DU family, (Original Post) JMCKUSICK Nov 18 OP
Be kind to yourself, John. lapucelle Nov 18 #1
Thank you Lapucelle JMCKUSICK Nov 18 #5
... lapucelle Nov 18 #8
I hear you, John. I'm listening, and I totally understand. wordstroken Nov 18 #2
Thank you Wordstroken, JMCKUSICK Nov 19 #9
Morning ,John. Take care of yourself. debm55 Nov 18 #3
Thank you Debbie, JMCKUSICK Nov 18 #7
Good Morning JMCKUSICK (John) Emile Nov 18 #4
Thank you Emile JMCKUSICK Nov 18 #6

lapucelle

(20,923 posts)
1. Be kind to yourself, John.
Tue Nov 18, 2025, 05:56 AM
Nov 18

When I'm stuck, I sit and write. I don't try to write on a topic or write anything polished,. I just write the random thoughts and feelings as they come up.

Sometimes it's surprisingly clarifying.

I hope you have a peaceful day.

JMCKUSICK

(4,740 posts)
5. Thank you Lapucelle
Tue Nov 18, 2025, 01:28 PM
Nov 18

Thank you Lapucelle, it's been much harder since I got home than I imagined.

wordstroken

(1,400 posts)
2. I hear you, John. I'm listening, and I totally understand.
Tue Nov 18, 2025, 10:19 AM
Nov 18

Been there. Felt the pain. Many times. Wish I had our DU family during those times.

Take all the time and space you need with Petunia and Cuddles to get through this after-shock period and you will be stronger on the other side.

Please know how much you are loved and supported by so many here.

Love you
💕❤️

🦋 wordstroken
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