Anita,

I was unwell for a couple of days and therefore didn’t get around to answering your post.

I don’t remember specific ways my mother suffered. I know was sad a lot, and I remember I never liked it. But apart from that all I remember is being careful about never letting her know I miss dad. Infact, beyond a point I feel this became my reality and I became very well versed with blocking of emotions/thoughts I didn’t want anyone else to know or I myself didn’t want to discuss with people.

Once again, I don’t remember any specifics about what I did to make her feel better except just generally helping her around with the chores and making sure I’m not a nuisance to her.

I won’t say she’s suffering still. She’s just closed that chapter of her life and moved on. As far as i know, she’s never tried dating again and is just content with her life this way