Joy E. Myers
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Life since October 17, 2009

To say that life changes so much after your partner dies is such an understandment.  In fact, there are no words to convey the emotional ups and downs that I have gone through, just like everyone else who has posted. We live in a society which now has a love-hate affair with gay people.  But where is the support?  My own community of gays and lesbians is not supportive.  I live in a fairly large city where, it seems to me, the baby boomers of our community have disappeared.  They are not…See More
Jun 2, 2012
evana akhter and Joy E. Myers are now friends
Mar 23, 2012
Care Johnson replied to Joy E. Myers's discussion No one knows this kind of grief until they go through it in the group Gay and lesbians who have lost partners
"So how RU today? I know the beginning of each new week brings different memories and responsibilities--most of which I don't care if I get done anymore or not. I pray your sorrow does not consume you. I know it is so easy for that to happen…"
Mar 19, 2012
Joy E. Myers and Care Johnson are now friends
Mar 19, 2012
Care Johnson replied to Joy E. Myers's discussion No one knows this kind of grief until they go through it in the group Gay and lesbians who have lost partners
"Oh, Glynn, I can't stop crying now after reading what you wrote! Almost every line is a version of me--except for the being prepared part. My BJ wouldn't give up hope totally. On Jan 1, 2009, she told me she was tired and didn't think…"
Mar 16, 2012
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Mar 16, 2012
Care Johnson replied to Joy E. Myers's discussion Ups and downs, like Jekyll and Hyde in the group Gay and lesbians who have lost partners
"I read your post and it struck a very strong cord with me. I, too, lost my beloved of 35 years to cancer just shy of 3 years ago. I feel stuck in grief mode and cannot seem to get on with my life. I keep asking myself, what life do I have without…"
Mar 16, 2012
Christopher Ruggles replied to Joy E. Myers's discussion Ups and downs, like Jekyll and Hyde in the group Gay and lesbians who have lost partners
"Joy, I often refer to my emotional up's and down's as my own Jekyll & Hyde complex (my counsellor really likes the name).  This is totally part of the grief experience.  One of jobs I have is delivering pizza; it is not…"
Mar 5, 2012
Rich replied to Joy E. Myers's discussion Ups and downs, like Jekyll and Hyde in the group Gay and lesbians who have lost partners
"Joy, I am sorry to hear about your loss.    I completely agree with you and everyone I read on this board....it is simply not a snap of the fingers to put everything right again.  I have learned since my Donald died a few months…"
Feb 14, 2012
Karen Britt replied to Joy E. Myers's discussion Many more us of out there and We need to help them and ourselves in the group Gay and lesbians who have lost partners
"Thanks so much Joy!  It is so difficult to find local places for support. I hope I can be of support to anyone in the group. I have been to Austin- great place:)"
Feb 14, 2012
Joy E. Myers added a discussion to the group Gay and lesbians who have lost partners
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Many more us of out there and We need to help them and ourselves

I have noted a theme in the short time I have found this website.  Most of us don't have many people with whom to talk and when we do, they do not understand our loss.I propose that we go beyond this website, just to post our grief. (Do not take this wrong.  This is a wonderful site.  It has given me so much).I propose that we try to get together.  Visit each other.  Call each other.  Because WE are the ones who really understand.I have some gay and lesbian friends. but they have no idea what…See More
Feb 12, 2012
Joy E. Myers replied to Jeannie's discussion broken hearted in the group Gay and lesbians who have lost partners
"I know, I know, I know.  I cry alot as well. No support. Nothing at all and I am empty. I would glad to be part of a group who understands this pain. We were going to move Denver but it did not happen.  I am still in Texas and having a…"
Feb 11, 2012
Karen Britt replied to Joy E. Myers's discussion Ups and downs, like Jekyll and Hyde in the group Gay and lesbians who have lost partners
"Thank you Joy.  I am so sorry for your loss.  I am already dreading Valentine's Day and have such a hard time with reminders of love all around me.  I know exactly what you mean about "not minding being alone, but…"
Feb 11, 2012
Joy E. Myers added a discussion to the group Gay and lesbians who have lost partners
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Ups and downs, like Jekyll and Hyde

I live in El Paso and there really is no support group for lesbians and gay men who are older and who have lost their partners.  I post on here once.  I know it is very difficult for everyone who has posted here.  The loss is so overwhelming.  For Jackie and me, we lost everyone of our friends when the going got tough.  I am so proud of Jackie.  She was a very sweet woman, a beautiful, gentle soul, who always smiled.  Now, after 2 years and almost 4 months, I am still here trying to pick up the…See More
Feb 11, 2012
S.A. Brobin commented on Joy E. Myers's blog post No one understands until they experience this kind of loss.
"Please accept my most sincere condolences on the loss of your loved one. Death is an enemy and delights is destroying our lives. No of course its no breathing sentient being or we could confront it and feel some satisfaction. Take heart though the…"
Jan 9, 2012
GLYNN NICHOLSON replied to Joy E. Myers's discussion No one knows this kind of grief until they go through it in the group Gay and lesbians who have lost partners
"Honey, you are correct that no one knows the devastating effect loss and grief bring into our lives.  Losing someone you have invested every loving thought, moment with... is unspeakably sorrowful.  All your dreams change when cancer…"
Jan 3, 2012

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Life since October 17, 2009

Posted on June 2, 2012 at 5:56pm 0 Comments

To say that life changes so much after your partner dies is such an understandment.  In fact, there are no words to convey the emotional ups and downs that I have gone through, just like everyone else who has posted. 

We live in a society which now has a love-hate affair with gay people.  But where is the support?  My own community of gays and lesbians is not supportive.  I live in a fairly large city where, it seems to me, the baby boomers of our community have disappeared.  They are…

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No one understands until they experience this kind of loss.

Posted on January 3, 2012 at 8:09am 1 Comment

I lost my partner, soul-mate, wife, my heart, on October 17, 2009.  We were together for 29 years(almost 30); 15 of those years were filled with breast cancer.  I am still lost and have so many days that I feel I cannot go on without her.  We had very little friends when we moved and no support.  I am still in counseling and continue to go, but as far as other support, I have none--No family and "conditional friends." This past holiday was the 3rd one without her.  It was the hardest so…

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