Posted: Jun 23, 2008, 8:36 AM CST
Hey man, listen. I know how you feel. I once dated a girl for 2 years and her father killed her. The funny thing was i really respected this guy too. Anyway long story short man, they make websites like this for guys like me and you. Sometimes i like to think that god is testing us, (my personal beliefs are complicated, but) don't let that get you down, man. I still get attatched to girls but not quite so much, im always thinking oh shit is this girl gonna die on me too? But hey, life happens. Just know that you're not the only cat out there who's lost someone precious, it happens every day to lots of people. Im sure if your wife loved you she would want you to be happy, so if taking a break from dating makes you happier then yes do that, but there's no reason you can't make just friends with girls or even date them if you please, it's a real booster for the confidence. And, don't get me wrong, im a cynical ass-bastard, but its alot better then if she just left you or whatever you know?? she still loves you and wants you to keep living. If anything her spirit will be there to guide you and keep you safe.
Worse case scenario, i'd say speak to a therapist. I didn't do that, so i had to cope with my loss on my own, i had no friends to turn to that really cared that much and so i let myself go sour. Don't make the same mistake I did man, just get out there, hang out with friends. Do something achieving, you'll feel alot better if you start fixing your life up. Me and you, we're like brothers in pain- so if you ever wanna message me just to say whats up go right ahead man talk to me. I know what you're going through, and remember- it's not over till the fat lady sings!!!