That was one of the difficulties for us when both my dad and my brother died - my family is so small, and has gotten so reclusive and isolated, there was virtually no support system that kicked in when we went through it all. The girls and I were there for each other, but it was really a very lonely thing, both times. If not for the support of my f-list and the love and warm fuzzies I got from them, it really would have been impossible. I envy (in the best possible way!) you your large family and how close they are. But I've been blessed with lots of friends over the years that have served as my extended family, including some of the amazing people I've met through LJ in the past several years! ♥
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Date: 2012-02-28 04:44 pm (UTC)