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It's Time for This Post

SandPiper — Thu, 13 Jul 2017 20:03:28 GMT

Here's why it's time for this post. I will try and keep it short. I have been taking care of my mom for quite some time and she recently passed away. She was not only my mom but my best friend and I am having a very difficult time.

I found QVC while flipping the channels one day. There was Isaac Mizrahi. I watched his show and the next and the next and the next, etc...It took me about 3 weeks before I purchased something. You see I haven't purchased anything for myself, clothing or other stuff, for a very long time. I am embarressed to tell everyone just how long. My husband would always tell me to go out and buy something for myself. My mom would always want to take me shopping. She would say "come on - I'll buy you a coat or a dress". But I always said "mom we can go, but I want you to buy something for yourself". I have no doubt that my mom is so very happy right now because of all the clothes I am finally buying for myself. My husband even said, "yippee you are finally shopping".

I have been reading posts for awhile and I feel that right now I need the fellowship that this community is all about.

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tansy — Thu, 13 Jul 2017 20:06:09 GMT

Welcome, @SandPiper. I'm sorry for the loss of your mother.

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IMW — Thu, 13 Jul 2017 20:08:15 GMT

Hello! Welcome! Sorry for your loss. It sounds like you were a very devoted daughter.

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Noel7 — Thu, 13 Jul 2017 20:14:08 GMT

@SandPiper wrote:
Here's why it's time for this post. I will try and keep it short. I have been taking care of my mom for quite some time and she recently passed away. She was not only my mom but my best friend and I am having a very difficult time.

I found QVC while flipping the channels one day. There was Isaac Mizrahi. I watched his show and the next and the next and the next, etc...It took me about 3 weeks before I purchased something. You see I haven't purchased anything for myself, clothing or other stuff, for a very long time. I am embarressed to tell everyone just how long. My husband would always tell me to go out and buy something for myself. My mom would always want to take me shopping. She would say "come on - I'll buy you a coat or a dress". But I always said "mom we can go, but I want you to buy something for yourself". I have no doubt that my mom is so very happy right now because of all the clothes I am finally buying for myself. My husband even said, "yippee you are finally shopping".

I have been reading posts for awhile and I feel that right now I need the fellowship that this community is all about.

@SandPiper

I am sorry for your loss but glad you're going to take care of yourself now

It can get stormy around here at times, but there are so many wonderful people on Chat, on the Among Friends forum, too.

And if you like to cook, I love the Kitchen and Recipe boards, very friendly there.

WELCOME

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wishmoon — Thu, 13 Jul 2017 20:14:35 GMT

Welcome @SandPiper, I don't post often myself, but read a lot. I can assure you these girls/ladies are the greatest.

My sympathies go out to you, it does gently get easier believe it or not when you lose someone you love.

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deepwaterdotter — Thu, 13 Jul 2017 20:14:57 GMT

Hoping you find the "fellowship" you desire on this BB, and more importantly in RL.

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qualitygal — Thu, 13 Jul 2017 20:16:03 GMT

Welcome, now is your time. You sound like you have a very supportive husband, and caring and loving too. Welcome again, and I'm sure you'll get to know some nice ladies on here.

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beckyb1012 — Thu, 13 Jul 2017 20:18:05 GMT

What a blessing you were to your Mom all your life. Find the new path ahead for you and your dear husband in this next phase of your life together and travel it wearing brand new clothes.

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2blonde — Thu, 13 Jul 2017 20:20:49 GMT

@SandPiper Welcome to the boards. I'm very sorry you lost your mom and your best friend. I hope you'll continue to "hang out" with us here, and maybe you'll make some new friends!

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meallen616 — Thu, 13 Jul 2017 20:27:09 GMT

Welcome to the forum,

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Desert Lily — Thu, 13 Jul 2017 20:52:01 GMT

I'm sorry to hear about your mom. My mom passed last summer (and my significant other at Thanksgiving), and that's when I started to read and post here. It's been supportive for me, and I hope it will be for you, too. Keep reading and posting. Welcome.

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ChiliPepper — Thu, 13 Jul 2017 20:53:30 GMT

@SandPiper

I'm so sorry about the loss of your Mom. It's been many years for me & it is still very difficult.

Welcome to the Q boards!!

Please stop by often, we have a great group here. And yes, sometimes it helps to get your mind off your loss.

Hugs! (((((Sandpiper)))))

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ChiliPepper — Thu, 13 Jul 2017 20:55:34 GMT

@Desert Lily

Oh Desert Lily, what a horrible year you had. I am so sorry.

I am glad you found us here. Please stop by often!!!

(((((Desert Lily)))))

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TeriK — Thu, 13 Jul 2017 22:18:19 GMT

Im sorry it is so hard to lose a mother! My mother was also my best friend, she died of cancer when I was 29. Its been years, I am now 65 but I still miss my mom! Enjoy your shopping .....I am sure she would be happy for you! Hugs!

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AuntG — Thu, 13 Jul 2017 22:29:31 GMT

Keep posting - there are a lot of topics that you might enjoy commenting on.

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deedledeedeedle — Thu, 13 Jul 2017 22:50:23 GMT

Welcome to the board, @SandPiper.

Please accept my condolences upon the death of your dear mom.

Your mom was truly blessed to have such a loving daughter. It really doesn't matter whenever the time comes for us to lose a parent because we are never ready.

I'm happy that you are reaching out to us . I'm usually on board a couple of times a week and look forward to getting to know you. Tell us about your new clothes you've bought. I'm rather partial to Linea, myself

Take care,

dee

((((((((((((((Hugs to SandPiper))))))))))))))))

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MoJoV — Thu, 13 Jul 2017 22:51:58 GMT

@Desert Lily what awful blows coming so quickly for you. We complain about little things not knowing the burdens others carry. Bless you.

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MoJoV — Thu, 13 Jul 2017 22:55:34 GMT

@SandPiper so sorry about the loss of your Mother,a pain like no other. Glad you re enjoying shopping...Isaac has some cute clothes. Hope to see more of your posts!

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deedledeedeedle — Thu, 13 Jul 2017 22:57:52 GMT

@wishmoon wrote:
Welcome @SandPiper, I don't post often myself, but read a lot. I can assure you these girls/ladies are the greatest.

My sympathies go out to you, it does gently get easier believe it or not when you lose someone you love.

@wishmoon,

Don't forget the male contingent of the board. I'm thinking of Hockey John (who is awesome, BTW), but I'm sure we have other male board members, too.

dee

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deedledeedeedle — Thu, 13 Jul 2017 23:04:26 GMT

@Desert Lily,

I'm so sorry that you've had to experience such profound loss lately.

I hope you have significant support IRL, because you certainly have it here .

dee

((((((((((Hugs to Desert Lily))))))))))))))