So many of you wrote about the widow columns that I printed recently and made some interesting points, so I wanted to share a few of these letters with everyone.
Annie's readers share resources and support for widows who feel socially isolated.Oh, wow! I just saw this in our paper and pointed it out to my wife. She didn’t believe it at first, and I was just as surprised.
There’s an old saying: “When you point a finger, three more point back at you.” It’s a sad situation all around. -- Three More Point Back at YouI got divorced at 42 many years ago, but not one of my friends abandoned me. Early on, I made it clear to everyone that I would never pursue anyone’s husband; I valued my friendships far too much for that. I was invited to every lunch and party, and I hosted many gatherings myself.
We had such a wonderful time together! I like to think it wasn’t because I was considered “too homely” to be a threat; I was fun, lively and attractive. My dating life was quite active, spanning across three nearby counties! However, I believe the real reason my friendships remained intact was cultural. Many of us were European-born or of European descent, and our shared values and cultural background made a difference.
In my community, we have an organization called Compass Club, which has been a vital resource for women over the years. Originally established as a newcomers club, we evolved our mission during my tenure as president to focus on supporting women in transition -- whether they are widowed, divorced, retired or new to the area. Over my 34 years of membership, the club has been a godsend for dozens of women, offering friendship, support and connection.
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