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What I’ve learned this week:
When surrounded by family, in one’s own home, even the most horrible illness can become almost bearable.
Children fail to see the illness when it’s their Grandpop. They tell him his hair looks funny or that his diaper is showing. It makes him laugh and breaks the tension among the adults.
I would prefer to relay the news of someone’s death after the fact. Telling lifelong friends, family and relations that death is pending only gets harder with every retelling.
The one you would least expect to become ‘Martha Stewart’, may suddenly step up to the plate to offer copious amounts of alcohol and food to the many folks that suddenly show up after work and throughout the night.
Friends–near and far–can save my sanity. I have returned to read all of your comments several times throughout my days this week. Every single one has been cherished. Every single one has been like a hand holding my own.
And every single one will comfort me when the inevitable occurs.
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bluepaintred said:
on July 10, 2008 at 7:52 PMStill thinking of you MM. I hope you can find a bit of peace..
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Tug said:
on July 10, 2008 at 8:24 PMMany many ((hugs)), good thoughts & prayers…
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Poppy said:
on July 10, 2008 at 8:35 PMGreat life lessons, MM. Sorry it’s such a tough situation that’s teaching them to you.
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Finn said:
on July 10, 2008 at 9:44 PMGlad you have your friends and family around you. Wish I could be there to hold your hand for real. xoxo
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Teri said:
on July 10, 2008 at 11:40 PMDeath is horrible but it is a little easier when you’re around people that truly care. Whether it be physically or virtually. You and the family are in my prayers.
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ADW said:
on July 11, 2008 at 7:57 AMAll of my love goes out to you.
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Absurdist said:
on July 11, 2008 at 10:33 AMGiant hugs and love to you. You are doing such a noble and wonderful thing. Make sure to take ten minutes and breathe… just breathe… several times a day.
Hugs!
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Winter said:
on July 11, 2008 at 12:35 PMWaiting is the hardest. You have my sincere admiration for how strong you’re being. I’m sending much love your way. *HUGS*
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turnbaby said:
on July 11, 2008 at 12:55 PMI agree–knowing in advance didn’t make it easier.
I agree with Chelle—make sure you give yourself a breather here and there.
Smooch
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BlondeBlogger said:
on July 11, 2008 at 8:40 PMOh, MM, I’m so sorry. Having been at my (step)FIL’s side as he passed last year, I can sympathize. It’s one of the hardest things you could ever go through. You are in my thoughts and prayers as is your entire family. And I’m here if you ever need to talk. ((((HUGS))))
DutchBitch said:
on July 12, 2008 at 4:00 AMAwwww you are in my thoughts, hang in there, girl!
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Froggywoogie said:
on July 12, 2008 at 11:46 AMI just read this and the post before as I’ve been away for a few days. There is so much I wish I could say but words sound stupid the moment they have hit my brain and before even typing them. Actually, what I want to express is beyond words: it’s a silent presence and warm comfort. I want to virtually hug you with such an intensity that you can physically feel it like a blanket.
Past, present, future, we are all concerned… He is surrounded by love, he knows it.
All my thoughts to you and your family
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flip flop momma said:
on July 13, 2008 at 6:14 PMIt sucks knowing its coming…and I cant imagine what your going thru..
Last week marked one year since my grandfather passed, and it still breaks my heart
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Loving Annie said:
on July 13, 2008 at 10:06 PM((hugs))
(((more hugs)))
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