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AnastasiaSenior Contributor
Hi all,
I never in my wildest dreams thought I'd be here. In saying that I have had some interactions with some of you and you are all lovely, so thanks for saying hi and making me feel welcome! @Shaz51 @Determined @Maggie @Former-Member @Faith-and-hope @Smc @SoS .
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outlanderSenior Contributor
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WIPSenior Contributor
I know you can't move, your legs feel like cement and your thoughts feel like dreams - they aren't real for you yet. @Anastasia
I would tell them if I could and take away the pain from all of you if I could.
The look on your face and the energy from your body will tell them when you get some and see them - they will think it's you first and when you manage just to shake your head. Or mutter the word No, they'll know it's your Dad. They'll just know.
I instinctively knew about my Dad. I hadn't seen him yet, hadn't had a text from Mum yet while I was at work, and I just knew.
Tonight will be an emotional night - you'll all feel lots of things, and have lots of questions, some you'll never get an answer to.
I won't leave your side tonight.
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AnastasiaSenior Contributor
@Emelia8 I don't know a lot Em, I couldn't speak, I was holding back tears as I din'nt want to upset him.
I have taken everything in I just don't have words so thank you both @WIP too x
Why don't we put our wings on together and fly, sour above the trees and breathe in the fresh air, maybe that is what is good for the soul right now. I am going to go and brave my family.
I'll be in your pocket in the morning Em, I won't be late I promise.
Love you, you are such a gem 
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Emelia8Senior Contributor
Yes I think you're right @Anastasia .... time for our wings and to fly and soar above the earth ... to see all the things of beauty beneath us and to breathe the fresh clean air. To allow our souls a mini break.
Of course you only have the basics at present ... that sort of news takes the air from your lungs and leaves you numb. Plenty of time for details later.
Deep breath brave lady, and go and gently break the news to your family. Support each other.💞
Im sorry this brings up sad memories for you too @WIP 💔
Emelia 🌷
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AnastasiaSenior Contributor
I'm sorry @WIP raw for you and the last thing you need right now. 😞🤗💞
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Zoe7Senior Contributor
Oh @Anastasia I am so very sorry about your Dad - loads of love and mega squsihy hugs for you right now Hon 💜💙💚🧡💛
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WIPSenior Contributor
No need for an apology, don't be silly.
Its was Dad's 2nd anniversary just on the 10th a few days ago, so I've been having raw feelings all December and January so far.
Just concentrate on you & your family @Anastasia
💞
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AnastasiaSenior Contributor
@WIP are you ok hun? Join Em and I on her thread for a cuppa? @Eve7 you too if you are free?
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Eve7Senior Contributor
My heart is breaking for you @Anastasia and your family. I want to send you the biggest ever mama bear 🐻 hug 🤗 ever and just hold your pain for you right now.
Make every day count as they will all be precious. I lost my dad to cancer. It’s not fair.
Im so sorry sweetheart 💖💖💖💖💖
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AnastasiaSenior Contributor
I'm so sorry @Eve7
😭 no it's not. I wasn't prepared for this. Thank you beautiful girl ❤
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