Recent content by pam4him

Sorry your feeling lonely.  This year has been so hard.  You mention friends, be sure to reach out to them to keep in touch.  Maybe text first to set up a good time to talk.  That shows you respect their time but conveys your need to stay connected.  Also, there may be some groups on Facebook...

Sorry for what you are going through.  Have you brought this up in counseling, about how lonely you feel? And the intimacy of touch, maybe ask why she doesn't want to touch you while you're with the therapist.  Counseling is most beneficial when there is honesty. It may hurt to talk about it...

Well, stranger things have been known to happen.  But his background with relationships may need to be considered as well.  I don't know if there is objectivity in relationship advice.  On one hand, it might be worth a few dates to see, but stand your ground on whatever inner principles you use...

Holidays bring on drastically different emotions for many of us. The joy of the season, sharing of gifts, seeing family/friends, etc. Then there's those who have left our lives and we have to learn how to keep going without them. I, too, do the mood swing thing. I told my husband I really...

So sorry for what you are going through.  Guess what, you just connected by posting.  And it's the first step of many.  Now that you've reached out, keep reaching.  There are people here who are willing to listen, to connect and encourage.   As a second step, may I suggest a little less self...

I am so sorry for your loss.  It sounds as if you are still grieving some.  The cup meant so much to you after she was gone, kind of like when you used it she was still there.  Those memorable items help us hold on to our loved ones.  Journaling about the relationship may help hold on to the...

First, I am so sorry you are dealing with loneliness.  It can be hard, especially during the holidays.  For me, I have to try not to isolate myself, keep going to work, attending functions, etc.  Maybe volunteer at a homeless shelter, soup kitchen, or similar place to visit with others. ...