The crowd starts to thin.
It’s been 4 months since my (M55) wife’s (F55) TBI.
The outpouring at first was overwhelming (almost too much). I knew at the time it would fade but it doesn’t stop the sad feeling.
Texts from family and friends went from everyday down to a trickle. Calls are even fewer. I still have the kids home from college for a bit longer but even their presence is less and less everyday.
I knew from the beginning that everyone else would eventually get back to their lives and I had a pretty good idea that my life was now on a different path.
I wasn’t prepared for all of this, but who is.
Thankfully my low moments aren’t the normal (yet) but when they hit, they hit hard.
Had to vent. I guess I’m “in my feelings” a bit today because the rest of the US is celebrating and I feel a bit left behind.
Also, I found this group and have been lurking for a few months now. It really does help to hear stories from the only people on this planet who can relate to your life. Thanks to all who share!