Age is no Barrier
I received a comment on yesterday’s post and wanted to share another story, which I hope will help. My mum is 76 and lost my dad 3 years ago. Recently, she joined a bowling club much against her better judgement and also because she did not feel confident going out on her own. We found her a friend to go with, and now after only a couple of months she has found a new lease of life.
She has been amazed at the support from people within the club, and is stunned at the lengths people will go to help her through her social shyness. Many people there, have also lost people and are also trying to find their feet, and have asked her to accompany them to evening social events. My mum is growing every day in confidence and also she is enjoying the new set of friends that she has found. It is not about finding new love , it is about finding companionship and friendship. No matter your age, you are still young enough to enjoy life, enjoy new friends and find a way of bringing a degree of happiness to your world.
Does my mum miss my dad - of course, will anyone replace my dad in her affections - no, but to see her socialising and enjoying life again, well I know my dad would be happy…..
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