Farah Pirani: Coping with the loss of a mother – gulfnews

Nothing can ever prepare you for the loss of your mother. Farah Pirani shares her story and talks to a grief counsellor about how to negotiate your way towards acceptance

Several years ago, I attended the funeral of my best friend’s mum. I couldn’t help but shudder at the thought of her not being there any more. She had always been a part of my life, she was like a second mother to me. I kept expecting her to burst into the room full of weeping ladies, with trays laden down with her delicious sweetmeats and her contagious smile. She had always been the life and soul of every gathering.

It was surreal. She had just turned fifty. The haunted look my friend wore stayed with her for months after the tragedy and even today, if you look closely enough, it is still there. I was forced to consider the mortality of my own precious mother, but I could only hold the thought for a few moments. It was too unbearable.

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  1. My name is Fardad Ali Shah, Noor Alim. I am student of University of Karachi. I am doing BS in Sociology. I belong to Chitral but now i am inhabitant of Karachi only for the completion of my education. I really miss my mother who cares for me every time and who is bearing my absence. I also thanks the support of my parents who from every aspect of life supported me and encouraged me to do good in my life. They never demoralize me in my life. I also love my parents from the core of my heart.
    I really respect the intention of Ms Farah, really the lose of parents is a great loss for anyone. I pray to God that He helps you to bear the loss of your mother and give u strength in your life.
    Thanks to Ismaili Mail

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