Having been close to both my parents and I lost them 4 years apart in September. My Mom's birthday was Sept 7 she died 10 days after her 78th birthday. So September for me is like August for you. Daddy died in Sept at the age of 84. I still miss them very much. My Mom was my best friend. I don't really have any others except my daughter, which I thank God for everyday.

I hope it gets easier for you as time passes, but my experience is that it will always suck for around this time of year. I know I'm already gearing up for September, so I understand. I wish peace.