Day 1 of a new chapter in my life

[Dlesh123]

Really sorry to hear about your loss. I am sure you have a large hole in your heart, so I hope life will be kinder to you going forward to help heal it.
We lost our son in law suddenly at 39, leaving our daughter with three young children. It is hard to imagine a tougher scenario. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

[Mtn.man]

I have No words, sorry for your loss may you be strong for the little ones.

[patrick0685]

i am so sorry for your loss, i can not imagine how you feel. Thomas your words were way better than I could say. Stay strong mbl if you need anything we will be here!

[flogger]

I am amazed at the composure in your post, I can not imagine being 'there'. Things will be rough at times with you and the boys, a loss like this can tear a family apart. DON'T BE AFRAID TO ASK FOR HELP, Grief counseling and just talking to people about it is a big step.

Keep the faith whichever way you can, your better half must have been a Dynamo. So so sorry for your loss, hug the boys for all of us.

[Tim K]

That's a stupidly hard hand you've been dealt. I wish I had just one word of encouragement that wasn't a cliche.

I will speak to the King of Kings on your behalf and ask Him to assuage your family's grief.

[waxthis]

I'm beyond words. I only hope that if I ever come across a situation like that I will be just as strong. Your one incredible man, your sons are very lucky to have you.

[mbl]

Everyone,

I am truly humbled by these responses. I wrote this post to put my message out there and in someway writing / telling my story helped me feel better. I can not begin to express how appreciative I am of all the offers to help with anything, both in this thread and in PM's I have received.

This is a great group of people here and all the kind word and encouragement means the world to me, even though I have met very few of you face to face.

Tomorrow I start the logistics of the aftermath, first and foremost funeral arraignments.

Thank you again to everyone who read and especially to those who posted a response, it was an incredible gesture and I appreciate the words of support.

[OtterbatHellcat]

Love for a brother... peace to you and your sons.

I'm here too for ya if I can help you out with anything.

Carolyn sounds like she was an amazing woman, wife and mother. Keep her memory alive for your boys. Celebrate her life but let go of her pain. She's at rest without any pain now. One day, you will be re-united.

Well said, Ginsue...

My prayers for you and your boys, Sir.

[PSS]

Thank you for sharing your grief. I'm sorry for your loss and prayers have been sent. Having lost an 8 year old child I can relate somewhat to your loss. Just want to encourage you that there is love to sustain you even though the loss is so painful. Thankful that you have a strong network and the legacy of your wonderful wife in your boys. In a very real sense she is still with you through them. Stay strong brother.

[Mazin]

So sorry for your loss, God bless you and your family. If there is anything you or your boys need just pm me.