How is your day going?

Captain Horatio Pugwash of the Black Pig, at your service, sir!

Have you ever thought about trying the grumbling thread?

What i mean is that it would allow a lighter mood on the forum, if everyone could express themselves in the one place? At the end of the day, we all have our cross to bear and might hope to find light relief here.

i really would like a new leg and back… a longer pair of legs would be great.. i am always in pain… i had an ok day today.. it was not bad…i managed my anxiety etc. i also managed to avoid the rush hour etc.. and now at home. tomorrow will be another day and i hope i will not be in pain.. if weather is good i will be out. if it is not i will be staying at home. hope you all have a nice afternoon evening and night.

Good evening, miss dj, how was your day?

I'm so sorry for your pain Catherine. I hope you will feel able to come on here and express how you feel; I have enormous empathy for you, as will very many others.

Fifi was by your side for so many years it will take time to grieve and mourn her, she was clearly a very much-loved family member. And you're not 'grumbling' - very different to expressing your deep sadness and grief and I hope you will feel supported on here as you so rightly deserve to be.

Sadly, this happens to be 'how your day is going' for now and it's ok for you to express and share that here, whether it's over weeks, months or years as everyone's bereavement, and how we each experience grief, is different. This is your space as much as it is anyone else's - please remember that.

I spoke to Blue Cross who offer bereavement support when I lost two in a week, they were an amazing source of support. I think they're open 7 days a week from 0830 to 2030 if it might help you to talk to somebody too.

It's such early days yet but you will have days when you smile again, laugh again and, eventually, where your memories of Fifi will be recalled always with deep fondness and love for her, and your pain will lessen.

Sending hugs to you xx