"That I am not alone on my healing journey. There are others who have survived the worst of it who support me. And there are also others who I can learn to support. It's safe here." –VK

"I am stronger than I thought I could be. I can be independent and move forward in life. I am not leaving the memory of my husband but I am creating a memory of myself as the person I hope my husband thought I am." –PM

"I am not alone in this experience. It’s been such a support to me." -MN

"That it is ok to laugh and have a good time and make new widowed friends that get it. The pain softens and the love never ends. You guys rock thank you." -HC

"I am very thankful for this group. We get it when we're feeling down. It's a ‘safe place’ to nurture others too." -DD

"The connection with people has enriched my life and a lifeline during the worst of covid." -PR

"Together we are all stronger, Widowed Friends has been a lifeline for many. Kudos to Stephanie, Penny and Lesley for being there for all of us!" -CD

"I just want to thank you all for the help you gave me in the beginning of this unsolicited journey! I truly appreciate it!" -GT

"Since joining Widowed Friends, my loneliness and sadness, as a result of my wife’s death, have decreased. This personal change, is due to the warm interactions, offered to me, from the many widows and widowers I meet, at the socials. Thanks to everyone for your sincere caring."