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HatTrick
Beginner September 2010

OT My nan died yesterday

HatTrick, 6 January, 2010 at 13:44 Posted on Planning 0 40

I don't even know why I'm writing this, I haven't been on for ages as nan has been ill in hospital over christmas, and she passed away yesterday. I'm so glad that I was with her. I'm in total shock, it doesn't seem real. I now have a wedding in about 8 weeks? I just can't do it all without my nan there, how will I be able to enjoy the day?

I've spent the day sorting out my uni application, as I know she wanted me to finish my course that left 2 years ago. I keep thinking 'I'll ring nan' and realise I can't.

Sorry for rambling but I'm stuck in this flat on my own, OH has gone to work and I'm snowed in, can't even walk to the shop.

40 replies

Latest activity by Steelgoddess, 6 January, 2010 at 22:49
  • Mitzi50
    Beginner June 2010
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    Oh sweetie i am so sorry! my thoughts really are with you and your family! ?

    I know how hard this must be for you after everything the two of you have been through together over the last few months, im really not sure what to say but im sure others will agree, we are all here for you, even if your not sure what to say or what to post!

    Well done on sorting your uni application, she would be very proud of you im sure! I wouldnt worry too much about the wedding right this moment. You'll start to stress yourself. Just take things one step at a time.

    xxx

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  • CupcakeQueen
    Beginner January 2011
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    Moonpig I really am genuinely so sorry to read this. I know how much you were hoping.

    As moya said we are all here and take things one step at the time. I am sure the wedding is in hand enough for you to leave it for a while, gets lots of cuddles from your OH when he is back.

    Thinking of you xx ?

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  • Mrs C
    Beginner March 2011
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    So sorry to hear that hun.

    Didn't want to read and run and can only offer hugs (((((((((((((((((hugs)))))))))))))))

    Take a few days just to concentrate on you before you start to think about anything else. One day at a time x

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  • mummy2hannah
    Beginner August 2011
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    Omg you poor thing! *hug* i'm sure your nan would want you to be happy and get married this year. but i can understand where you're coming from. would your venue allow you to postpone it til next year? my thoughts are with you and your family. message me on fb if you want to talk Smiley smile xx

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  • A
    Beginner December 2010
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    Oh no so sorry to hear your sad news, my thoughts are with you just take things one step at a time ae laurasj said xx

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  • flutterbye
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    Oh I'm sorry to hear that. I agree with the others, leave the wedding planning alone for a little while and take some time for yourself x

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  • BoroKate
    Beginner September 2010
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    Oh im so sorry to hear this, I don't really know what to say other than that im thinking of you and your family x

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  • Juicymelons
    Beginner May 2010
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    Oh Love, I am really sorry to hear this news. You will be in shock, even though she was ill I don't think you ever fully prepare yourself for the end.

    You know your nan will want you to be happy, she wouldn't want you to be feeling sad on your wedding day and she will want you to be successful in your career. You just need a bit of time to get your head around things.

    ((( ))) xx

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  • S
    Beginner May 2010
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    Oh moonpig so sorry to hear that.

    there is nothing that can be said to make things any better for you its just gonna take a long time.

    sending you a big hitched hug and thinking of you and your family x

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  • fancyfree
    Beginner April 2010
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    Don't know what to say except I'm sorry for your loss. Everything is more difficult to cope with when you're alone, so I hope your OH comes home soon to comfort you.

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  • AutumnRose
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    Oh i'm so sorry for your loss. Sending you a big hug

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  • sazelbean
    Beginner February 2010
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    Moonpig - i think i can only echo what everyone has said. She would be so proud of you on your wedding day and finishing uni.

    Sending you good wishes

    Sarah x

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  • HatTrick
    Beginner September 2010
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    Thank you everyone. OH is out till 10 tonight, in a way I'd rather be on my own. If I don't talk about it, it's like it hasn't happened. I can't stand ppl fussing over me and asking if I'm ok all the time.

    I tried to wak to the shop last night and fell flat on my face twice within 10 yards of my front door and just wanted to lie in the snow and cry. I'm thinking about ditching the whole church wedding and doing it all in the hotel. I have lost any faith I ever had.

    Life sucks!

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  • Stazzle
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    I'm really, really sorry Moomin. I remember how worried you were when she was in hospital the same time as my nan. Sending you lots of Hitched hugs, can't imagine how you must be feeling ?

    As the others said, it's probably a good idea to leave the wedding planning alone for a while. Hope you are okay, or getting there, and remember you can talk to us if you need us ?

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  • Weather Girl
    Beginner October 2009
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    I'm so sorry to hear about your nan Moonpig. I know it's been pretty tough for you all recently. Lots of hugs coming your way.

    Having been in a similar situation I guess, with my dad and my grandma last year, the best advice I can give is to do what your heart says. I'm sure the wedding plans will be fine if you leave them for a short while. Take some time to get your head together and remember that it's really important not to bottle your feelings up. At the moment everything is so raw.

    Take care xx

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  • laineywhu
    Beginner July 2010
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    So sorry to hear of your loss, my thoughts are with you and your family x

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  • millymolly83
    Beginner August 2010
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    Oh hunny i am so sorry to hear this!!!

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  • C
    Beginner May 2011
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    Im so sorry moonpig that she had passed. she will be with you in spirit on your big day and she wouldn't want to see you so sad. lots of big hugs xx

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  • The Little Jewellery Box
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    So sorry to hear this, my thoughts are with you and your family. Big, big hugs x

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  • Bridget Gump
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    I'm so sorry to hear this MP, I know how much you wanted her there. December has some good advice.

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    Beginner February 2010
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    Im really sorry to hear about your nan. My thoughts are with you and your family xxxxx

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    Beginner July 2010
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    I'm really sorry for your loss, and so sorry that she won't be at your wedding. I'd say leave it all a few days and see how you feel - if you do want to pp/revert to a later date try and see if someone's willing to do the admin-y stuff for you.

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  • Gillsy
    Beginner April 2010
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    Aw pet I'm so sorry to hear that. I know how much you wanted her to be here for your big day. As others have said, forget about the wedding just now - its not important at the moment. Spend the time with your family and OH and get yourself through the next few weeks.

    Well done on your uni application - your nan is sitting proud of you just now and remember whenever you do go ahead and get married your nan will be there with you in spirit, if not in presence.

    Huge hugs to you pet ?

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  • Princess_Dimples
    Beginner August 2013
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    I am so sorry to hear this. I know how you feel, my Dad passed away 3 years ago, and I miss him dearly. He's ment to be the one to walk me down aisle. I've decided my bouquet will be the West Ham colours in memory of him.

    My Sister in Law's Nan passed away a week before her wedding, and couldn't bare doing it without her. They had a small table put next to the top table with a big picture of her nan, a special bouquet for her (which they later took to her grave) and it was like she was a part of the day.

    I know its hard, but she'll be there, even in spirit... I do hope you have a wonderful day! x

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  • delvesje
    Super November 2010
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    So, sorry to hear your sad news. Thinking of you and your family. xxxxx

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  • Cookie Galore
    Beginner November 2009
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    I can't really add anything to what everyone else has said but can only send you hitched hugs and say try not to think about the wedding for a wee while, you need to grieve.

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  • overtherainbow
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    So sorry to hear this. It's never easy losing someone but even harder at this particular time of year so close to Christmas and the New Year.

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  • Maxibon
    Beginner March 2009
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    Oh Moonpig im sorry to hear this. It must be horrible for you, but I hope you find some peace that you were with her.

    Please continue with your wedding as I'm sure she wouldnt want you not to go ahead with it. Good luck with your uni app too xxx

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  • teeheeyoucrazyguys!
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    Mooooon piiiiiiig, have a huggle. I'm truly sorry to read your news. If you didnt have a faith you wouldnt be mourning your Nan, dont you dare keep from having it in a church, thats gonna be so ultra special and your Nan will be with you every single step of the way. Her funeral is going to be a celebration of her life, so amongst the tears and the pain inside please have that smile set aside too coz its going to be used and needed when you have your own celebration, and i'm sure she'll be raising a glass of sherry to ya too......

    have a good cry, a good giggle over memories and talk to her... shout and scream at the walls if ya wanna, you'll find comfort, i'm sure.

    xxx

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    Beginner June 2010
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    Sorry to hear your news. I am sure it meant a lot that you managed to be there for her, now take time for you.

    big hugs!

    As the others have said, take a few days out before you make any decisions and remember the good times.

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  • The BFG
    Beginner August 2010
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    We are all thinking of you and sending big hugs and warm thoughts, i know like you say to go through with you wedding in 8 weeks time seems like a near impossibility right now and no one would batt a eye if a tear or two were to be shed on the day but you will get stronger your nan will be with you not just in thoughts but (although not wholely religious or anything) i do believe she will have a way of making her mark on the day and you will be able to say; 'that was down to nan',

    I wish you and your family all the comfort you need over the next few weeks x x

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  • Broody_wife
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    Awww MP i'm so so sorry to hear that. ? Lxx

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