I lost my oldest son this weekend. I have 5 kids and my oldest son, 22 years old, lost his multi year battle to depression this weekend.
I've been a long time CP member and while I don't post a lot, I've been here for a long time.
I post here for a simple reason... Love those in your life that you have the opportunity to love. Whether it is you kid, parent, sibling or close friend. Love them.
I never missed the opportunity to tell my son he was loved, hugging him and having part of our regular life. But from here on out, I will never have that opportunity again.
He leaves behind 4 siblings who are wrecked by this - brothers aged 20, 15 & 13, and a sister who adored him age 10.
We all will get through this, but I can attest that the pain that is felt through this has no words in any language that accurately depict the pain.
I have no words to adequately express my condolences. I can't imagine the pain you and your family must feel.
I will however, reach out right now and tell my son (37) that I love him. I know that he's going through a rough patch himself and he and I haven't spoken for a couple weeks. [Reply]
Prayers for you and your family. I can’t even begin to understand the pain you all are feeling right now and pray that you all find strength and comfort during this difficult time. [Reply]
I’m so sorry for your loss man..my heart goes out to you and your family.
I have a son and two daughters, and couldn’t even imagine…
I tell him I love him every time we talk and I hug him every time I see him, an have for his entire life. We lost my wife and their mom last June, and know the pain you’re feeling.