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Living and loving someone with MI presents relationship challenges and often others cannot see why we chose to stay with our partners.
Being mindful of not intruding on others stories I thought having a thread where we can share tips and encourage one another would be of value.
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Zoe7Senior Contributor
I am sure your Mum would have been proud of you @Former-Member - such a hard thing to do but you found the strength and courage to firstly write the eulogy then deliver it - even if you needed a little help. Very proud of you too Hon - such a hatd day for you but you did get through it and that shows the enormous strength that we all see here. Hugs and love 
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BunniekinsSenior Contributor
@Former-Member You did so well yesterday being able to speak for yourself and your children and grandchildren. Your mother would have been so proud of you:). I am just so sorry that such a wonderful lady like yourself had to go through it all. peaxxx
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@Former-Member
Public speaking is not an easy thing to do even more so at such an emotional time ... sending an extra tight hug your way.
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@Determined
Thinking of you too in relation to your grief.
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Unknown userMember
Hello @Radleritis 👋
Come and meet some others who care for their partners.
Frustration = an emotion that us carers are familiar with, sometimes just sharing about it is enough, if you would like some of us to let you how we handle it which could be of help to you, please just ask. You might find some helpful tips in this discussion Carers-Hints-and-tips.
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Shaz51Senior Contributor
very proud of you my @Former-Member
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Faith-and-HopeSenior Contributor
Me too ❣️
@Former-Member
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DeterminedSenior Contributor
@Former-Member thinking of you at this difficult time.
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DeterminedSenior Contributor
Thank you @Former-Member
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RadleritisSenior Contributor
Thank you @Former-Member
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