Losing a loved one is terribly hard x take each day as it comes, be kind to yourself and keep her memory alive by talking about her often x don’t be too hard on yourself, if you have down days . . It’s a healing process x

So very sorry to read of your loss. This is a whole new experience for all of us, being alone after being together takes time to get used to. I don’t like my new life one bit and didn’t choose it, but here it is and I’m gradually realising its not going to change anytime soon. But do take time to grieve, you loved your wife and that will not stop so go on loving her and missing her and accepting that she will always be a big part of you. Good Luck for your future, lovely that you have a pet dog, they bring such love and comfort. Aways around if you need to chat.

Michael, so many of us have been through this ,I lost my husband in June 2019 . I know everyone says time will heal but I know you get waves of missing your partner . Your lovely dog and daughter will be a support . There are grievance counsellors , you may not want to face this now but keep it in mind, often Cruse or WAYS for over 50’s can be a great support