js, I never have the right words for this, nothing ever seems like enough to help. Maybe words can’t help. Maybe knowing that so many people here have responded like this, re-assures me that IRL, you have the same kind of support.
Lean on people a little while, it doesn’t show weakness, it shows that you’re cared for as part of many distinct communities. Ours too.
I’m so sorry. I can’t imagine your pain right now. I hope you have a lot of loving people surrounding you right now. You know you have a lot of love here.
Oh, jsgoddess, I’m so sorry. I wish there was something I could do or say to make it better. I cannot imagine what you must be going through. Hang in there.
I sent this to a friend once on hearing that her mother had just died. I was unsure then if it would help, and am unsure now if it will, but as she found it comforting I hope that you will… if it is time for comfort yet.
She’s in Southeast Ohio and I’m not sure if there are any Dopers in her immediate area (she’s probably a few hours from me). I am pretty sure she is at least geographically close to her family, so that helps.