I am sorry for Somberly and Fredpants for your losses. It is so hard to lose someone so much in our lives. Perhaps since you understand each other's loss by experience you might consider writing to each other (Private Message) to check and see how you are coping in the coming days.

There are lots of compassionate people here that can make the load lighter by sharing and caring. Feel free to participate actively at Psych Central.

Many people find compassionate, caring people here at PC. Some people find the forums give them the compassion and empathy they seek. http://forums.psychcentral.com

Please feel free to private message me or any of the Community Liaisons by left clicking on the name in blue to the left of their post) for questions or just to share.