Still depressed....

claypile · Nov 28, 2017

My grandfather passed away 3 months ago. He was an avid treasure hunter and together we were able to build a small collection of stuff that we discovered from our trips.
I miss him so much and I am still grieving hard every time I remember our escapades.

relic nut · Nov 28, 2017

He's in your heart and soul, take him digging. He will always be with you and I'm sure that's what he'd want.
It's what I'd want.

HH, RN

yardgoat · Nov 28, 2017

Sorry for your loss, I'm sure you will mourn and miss him for the rest of your life. But continue to do the things that you both loved and when you find that special find or visit somewhere you both loved be assured that he is with you in your heart.

Treasure_Hunter · Nov 28, 2017

Sorry for your loss, best way to honor him is to teach another family member or friend metal detecting..

pepperj · Nov 28, 2017

It's never easy loosing a loved one, and a whole lot harder when there's something that bonds one together. I lost a digging/like minded family member every 2yrs for 10 yrs it was hard, as one never gets over it before another happened. My sympathies go out to you as I have travelled this grief driven road myself too many times. Though remember the trips, the finds, dedicate a keeper when you dig it up to your Grampa something that would make him smile, and that alone will help cherish his memory every time you look at it sitting there.

USMC Reaper · Nov 28, 2017

I am sorry for your loss. In time all that will remain are the happy memories that you two made together. My prayers are with you my friend.

Truth · Nov 28, 2017

As a self proclaimed mama’s boy I lost my mother to cancer two years ago. Two days before she passed me and queen got married in her hospice room so she could be at my wedding. I miss her every day, but she’s with me body and soul...her urn in the living room :-)

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BLK HOLE · Nov 28, 2017

I am very sorry for your loss, I too miss my G-PA who took me prospecting and rock hunting. I honor his memory by trying to be a good a man as he was and rather than grieve when I find a shiny rock I smile and laugh a bit as I can still hear him say "Do you know what kind of rock this is

? That is a prime example of a levarite....leave it right there LOL" I know that it seems trite to say "time heals" but it is true. Got out and dig something up and smile.

Loco-Digger · Nov 28, 2017

My sincere condolences... Just know this, people remain alive as long as they are remembered. I'm sure he'd want you to move on, life is for the living. Keep driving on and moving forward. You will never get where you need to be if you continually look in your rear view mirror. He is never far from you and he is watching over you and others. Cherish the memories you made with him and make him proud every day.

If you ever need to talk, just PM me your number, I'll be here for you.

RustyGold · Nov 29, 2017

My condolences of the passing of your Grandfather. We are one throughout this universe and he will always be there with you.
I can still hear my Father's voice. That rich timbre has never left my ears.

sandchip · Nov 29, 2017

That's got to be tough, although rejoice in the memories of time spent with him. Both my granddaddies died years before I was born, so all that I have are a few belongings of theirs. My deepest condolences for your loss.

dts52 · Nov 29, 2017

Sorry for your loss. When my Dad died 4 years ago, I was literally crushed. It still hurts, I think it always will until I join him again on the other side. Whenever I'm MDing or looking for arrowheads, I think of him, my Mother and my Uncle who all taught me so much about the outdoors. I know their spirits are there with me just as your Grandfather is with you in spirit. Look for little signs that he is sending you, I assure you they are there if you are open to them. I hope the good Lord eases the pain of your loss. Hang in there.
dts

Blak bart · Nov 29, 2017

So sorry, god bless you. It is difficult. Hope you feel better sooner than later.

WannaDig3687 · Nov 29, 2017

My prayers are with you, claypile. The first year of holidays without your loved one are the toughest. Eventually, the pain subsides to all the wonderful memories that you have. You're not alone and I'm glad so many are reaching out to you.

SofiaCally · Nov 30, 2017

So sorry for your loss, I'm sure he is in a better place now.

Dr. Syn · Nov 30, 2017

Those that leave the biggest impressions on us are always the hardest to lose.

creskol · Nov 30, 2017

claypile said:
My grandfather passed away 3 months ago. He was an avid treasure hunter and together we were able to build a small collection of stuff that we discovered from our trips.
I miss him so much and I am still grieving hard every time I remember our escapades.

I always found this piece of poetry to be comforting:

claypile · Dec 4, 2017

Thank you all for the kind and uplifting words. I'm glad that I opened up in this forum. You all put a smile on my face and somehow the memory of my G'Pops is no longer full of depressing thoughts rather a memory to live by. I also encountered an insight from BetterHelp that talking to persons with the same interests can really ease down some emotional burdens.

SofiaCally · Dec 4, 2017

claypile said:
Thank you all for the kind and uplifting words. I'm glad that I opened up in this forum. You all put a smile on my face and somehow the memory of my G'Pops is no longer full of depressing thoughts rather a memory to live by. I also encountered an insight from BetterHelp that talking to persons with the same interests can really ease down some emotional burdens.

that's actually true, you can really get emotional support from them.