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What TCF Means to Me |
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Written by TCF (Darlene)
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Saturday, 31 December 2005 |
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WHAT TCF MEANS TO ME By Darlene
Nothing had prepared me to deal with the loss of my son, Derek, in 1990. He was only 18 - and he died from suicide. What would I do now? Who would I turn to? How would I ever be able to care for my other children or move forward with my own life? TCF support group meetings became my focus those first few months. There were parents there who understood my pain, who reached out to me with love, understanding, and hope. My newly-found circle of friends accepted me for who I was and helped me to realize that my life would never fully return to the way it was before Derek died. November 2005 will mark 15 years since we started this journey. I have gone through the ups and downs of grief but have moved forward with my life. But that does not mean that Derek is forgotten. A new grandson has added so much enjoyment and given meaning to my life. I will always remember the parents who were there for me and now I hope I can be there for some of them. My husband and I are now the Outreach Coordinators for our Chapter. I wish no other mother or father would ever have to deal with the loss of a child. But I know that I can safely tell them that, if they give TCF a chance, we can see them through those dark days and give them hope. Our children leave treasures and memories behind that time can never ever take away.
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