Ok, I've just had a half a gummy with THC. Used to smoke on weekends.....then when I got

[a kennedy]

my 2nd knee totally replaced, I quit when my blood pressure dropped and I went to the hospital because I thought I was gonna die. Turns out my pain pills mixed with my blood pressure pills dropped my blood pressure to a point where I really did think I was going to die. Then my husband ended up in the hospital and eventually in a memory care facility and did pass away last Saturday. So after 4 months of almost giving up, my neighbor gave me a few gummies to get relaxed and chill out because of all that did happen. I did have a half a gummy last night, first THC experience since January 5th. I went to bed @ 9:00pm CDT, which was mistake, because I didn’t sleep, so I got up at midnight and saw the aurora borealis. It was beautiful. Did get about 5 hours of sleep and really don’t know why I did go to bed at 9:00, just habit I guess…….So, had the other half of the gummy a half an hour ago and am and going to try to experience it at full awakeness. Wish me luck.

[brewens]

1. Enjoy. I make my own edibles. I usually sleep about 7 1/2 hours a night. n/t

[onecaliberal]

2. I hope it brings you peace.

Hugs.

[a kennedy]

3. Me too......and thanks.

[Deuxcents]

4. Did I understand correctly..your husband passed away last Saturday?

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I’m sending condolences and hope you are able to get some well deserved rest

[a kennedy]

6. Yes, @9:15 am last Saturday......all I do is cry....memories, his clothes, his slippers, his toothbrush.

Everything in our home reminds me……..I don’t sleep. Need sleep, and can’t do naps, but I just might start trying them. I miss him, even tho I did live at home without him since Feb, him being totally gone is so hard to deal with.

[Deuxcents]

27. I wish there was something I could do for you to help relieve your pain

You’ll get plenty of opinions on what you should/need to do from well intentioned friends and loved ones but know that even tho your DU friends may be miles apart, our hearts are holding you close and here for you. Reach out if you need us and take good care of yourself 🫶

[Attilatheblond]

31. Leaving the TV on so I would hear voices helped me get some sleep after my husband died.

Seven years later, audio books on my tablet help. And gummies help too, when too many sleepless nights get strung together.

Be most kind to yourself, and maybe expect your memory to fail during the day from time to time. Prepare for it, leave an extra set of keys with a reliable neighbor if you have one. It's amazing how many items might get misplaced.

Please, please take care and do what you can to prevent any mishaps. You have many here who care deeply. Count on them when you need to be braced. Know many feel for you, REALLY feel for what you are dealing with. And stock up on boxes of tissues. Let it out, but find small joys when you can. It will get better.

[niyad]

5. So very sorry for your loss (if I understood your post coorectly).

May you find peace.

[a kennedy]

7. Thank you.......i know it's gonna be a long time, and time will help......but I miss him so much.

[niyad]

8. Please know that your DU family is here for yiu. Lean as hard

as you need.

[a kennedy]

9. Thank you. ♥️ ♥️ ♥️

[Ocelot II]

10. I'm so sorry about your husband!

[Solly Mack]

11. I'm so sorry, a kennedy.

My heartfelt condolences.

[a kennedy]

18. Thank you Solly Mack. ♥️ ♥️ ♥️

[sdfernando]

12. I hope the gummies give your some respite

I’m so very sorry your life partner has passed. I’m hoping and rooting that you come through this OK.

[a kennedy]

19. Hope it helps.....and thank you.

[greatauntoftriplets]

13. I'm so sorry for your loss.

[a kennedy]

21. Thank you.

[Dear_Prudence]

14. Take care

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. I am glad the gummies helped a little. The aurora was so beautiful and I am glad you were able to see it and appreciate it.

[a kennedy]

22. Thank you.

Was so great seeing the aurora.

[quaint]

15. peace, strength, love

[a kennedy]

23. Thank you.

[NBachers]

16. After all you've been through - Take your relief wherever you can find it. We are here with you.

[a kennedy]

24. Thank you.

Been a horrible 2024 so far.

[Captain Zero]

17. Sorry for your loss. It takes time.

In a few weeks or months, When you are fully awake some day, try listening to some of your husbands favorite music with .5 of a gummy.

Fresh air helps too. Get outside for daylight and fresh air.

[a kennedy]

25. Thank you.....was out cleaning around the yard....was so stiff when i woke up

I think I did to much.

[Pluvious]

36. You might already know this...

But it's worth mentioning imho - regarding edibles

The important thing is the THC amounts - not all gummies and other edibles are the same dosages

Start being comfortable with 2.0 to 2.5 mg
Then very slowly higher up to find your comfort level

Also, there are three types: Sativa, Hybrid and Indica
( Sativa is the more energetic, Indica the more mellow )

I echo the others here, with my empathy and observation that only time heals ,
but socialization (in person) and distraction can be a big help

Peace be with you

[Silver Gaia]

20. I am so very sorry. Peace be with you.

[a kennedy]

26. Thank you.

[Seinan Sensei]

28. Sorry for your loss

Grace and peace

[live love laugh]

29. I'm sorry for your loss and pain.

[Warpy]

30. Edibles can take an hour for some people, so don't eat the other half just yet

The duration is generally strongest for me in the first 4 hours, then it's a light haze for another 4. I can usually sleep just fine after that first 4 hours.

Opiates do a better job on the pain, but I always wake up feeling better if I've used cannabis.

For one thing, I don't waste opiates at night, they're like alcohol and interfere with good sleep. Cannabis doesn't seem to.

[Emile]

32. Sorry for your loss.

[Fla Dem]

33. My sincere sympathy on the loss of your husband. May you find piece in happy memories.

[debm55]

34. Oh, a kennedy, I am very sorry about your husband, May he RIP. take care of yourself.

[justaprogressive]

35. So sorry about your husband

Take advantage of what (the THC) is good for...listen to something FUNNY. Eat something GREAT

Friends of both Monty Python & The Beatles, Neil Innes (RIP) was a treasure.

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have a nice afternoon