Dear Marisa,
My wife recently passed away following a short illness. Her death was sudden but fortunately painless. I realise how much we did together as friends and partners and I am now feeling very lonely. I am not sure how to get over this loneliness because our children live overseas and I feel awkward imposing on other married friends. I am wondering how to solve this problem.
LF Maleny
Dear LF Maleny,
There are many people without partners for lots of different reasons. You need to remember this if you are surrounded with married friends. Think about your interests and if you haven’t had a chance to develop many, think about what you might like to learn or do now that you have time on your own. Then look at where there are groups or oportunities for that interest to be developed.
Think of something worthwhile and volunteer to be of help. Maleny has many interesting group projects that always appreciate a helping hand and you would no doubt meet interesting friends.
Take every opportunity to smile and strike up a conversation with people in the supermarket, on the street, or wherever you might be, sometimes friendships happen in the most unexpected ways.
Let your friends know that you are lonely and would like some help to re-enter the social scene. They would probably love to help you and might know some wonderful lady who is looking for someone just like you.
The world is waiting for you, go out and have fun.
Love Marisa…Naturally
Marisa Naturally
Phone 54942627
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