r/MadeMeSmile • u/mindyour • Feb 19 '25

Wholesome Moments Her 85-year-old neighbour hand-delivered an invitation to his birthday party.

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u/johneng1 Feb 19 '25

We all need a Doug in our lives

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u/Amar2107 Feb 19 '25

Funny everybody says stuff like this, i need a Doug in my life, I want a Ted Lasso in my life, but nobody tries to be like them.

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u/ashleebryn Feb 19 '25 edited Feb 19 '25

My dad died about 19y ago when I was 20. A few years later my mom started a widows party through her church for people who lost their spouse. About every 6 weeks, we have a little themed get-together on a late Saturday morning with food, drinks, dessert, and games. Sometimes we sit and tell stories and reminisce, as most of them are over 50. We've been doing it nearly 15 years now. It's a great way to get them out of the house for a fun time.

Then I met the first man I wanted to marry when I was 28 and he unexpectedly passed away when I was 32. I had found the ring when he died. Now I'm somewhat an honorary member. In fact, the next party is this coming Saturday.

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u/Time_Pin4662 Feb 19 '25

That is so sad. I hope having these widows around has provided some comfort to you.