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Post by janieshere on Aug 5, 2011 22:10:19 GMT -5
My mom was 77 yrs old. She fell and broke her hip two weeks before she passed. She died July 28th of this year. I miss her terribly.
I want to always remember her laughter. Not the pain I saw in her face days before she slipped into a coma.
She was so funny at times. I truly miss her.
Please, share your memories of your loved ones that have passed, and have left only the memories in your heart. I think it helps one to heal and feel better when we share moments of sorrow, and happiness, in our own lives with others.
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Post by Forever Sunshine on Aug 5, 2011 22:19:56 GMT -5
Janie! I'm so, so sorry for your loss! My thoughts and prayers are with you.
I lost my Mom 19 months ago at age 79. The loss has left a huge hole in my life. I miss her terribly.
Bless you, Sweetie!
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Post by janieshere on Aug 6, 2011 7:44:25 GMT -5
Thank you, forever. Yes, it does leave a huge hole in your life. It's like an emptiness that can't be filled. I catch myself wanting to call her and think of her constantly. Of course, its only been nine days since she passed and it's still so fresh in my mind. I know time will fade the hurt. However, she will never be forgotten. We knew this day was approaching but not the way it happened and so soon. She had COPD and was on oxygen, yet she got around by herself. When she fell and broke her hip her health went progressively worse in no time short. The dr told us she had from 1-3 months. She died 3 days later.
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Post by Forever Sunshine on Aug 6, 2011 8:01:24 GMT -5
Awww, Janie! *hugs* I know it was months before I stopped reaching for the phone to call her. She was in a nursing home for the last maybe two years and I went every day. I would spend hours there with her and in the evening, my brother would also come every night. For almost a month after her passing, I would just automatically get up and go there to see her, only to have to turn around and come home.
My Mother suffered with dementia. It was sooooo difficult as the form of dementia she had took away her ability to speak. She also suffered a fall and dislocated her shoulder. Once that happened, it progressively went downhill. I'm just extremely grateful that all her children were at her bedside when she passed.
The hurt does subside but the memories will last forever, Janie! Her great grandchildren still talk about her. That's all we can do to honor them. We keep them alive through us and our stories.
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moxie
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Post by moxie on Aug 6, 2011 8:31:29 GMT -5
My sympathies to you, janie. FS, as well. I miss my oldest brother...it's been five years since he passed suddenly during the night at age 55. Not a phone call I was expecting... Fond memories though.
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Post by beags on Aug 6, 2011 17:47:58 GMT -5
Well lets see, it was years before I stopped wanting to run to my grandma's house. I was only 12 when she died. She was a foster parent and took care of many different kids in her lifetime. She adopted two of them. She never said a cross word about anyone. If you were fat, you were pleasantly plump. When she was born, she was only 2 pounds. They kept her alive in a shoe box on top of the wood stove. (now keep in mind this was my grandma . . how she was able to live back then that tiny, I'll never know.) She had diabetes, type 1, from birth, or maybe because of the early birth, I don't know. Her mother had died when she was two. She was raised by her father and two aunts. Grandma always taught us to look for the good in people. There wasn't much that seemed to get her down, she always seemed to have a positive outlook on life. I'd like to think I got my sense of humor and free spirit from my Grandma, but my mother says I either got it from my dad or her dad. (I didn't know my grandpa well . . my mother's dad . . he died when I was five.)
On the other side, my grandma (dad's mom) still lives. My grandpa I lost about 3 years ago. He knew how to pinch a penny, and he had a great sense of humor. Even in his seventies he didn't settle down. He always had to be doing something, couldn't sit for more than 15 minutes. (you know come to think of it . .maybe my mom meant my dad's dad and not her dad. lol )
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Post by roygrip on Aug 6, 2011 23:03:48 GMT -5
Janie (Cran) My sister! My heart goes out to you! I'm am so sorry for your loss. I, think I've told you how I lost mom and dad within three months of each other in '97. Dad fell, broke his hip, and it was the same, about a month. Hugs, prayers, and good thoughts to you my friend. You can always send me a PM, if you wish to talk. Take care of yourself, it will get better. God Bless you, Roy
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Post by Spellbound454 on Aug 7, 2011 4:11:34 GMT -5
My father died of a brain tumour many years ago now. It was a rapid decline but he showed great courage right the way through.
I regret that he is not around... especially at family gatherings.. weddings and Christmas. ..but in the time we had him in our lives he was able to instil his values and shape us into the adults we have become.
Every little achievement I make, I think ...yeh..he would have been proud.
I have his blood running through my veins....and when he looks at me from wherever he is......I stare back with his eyes.
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Post by pg tipsy on Aug 7, 2011 4:31:51 GMT -5
Such a beautiful sentiment Spell,the last line will make your dad definately proud!
Go well
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Post by sparkle on Aug 7, 2011 10:24:23 GMT -5
I'm so sorry Cranberry she went to sleep right now and she'll wake up in a better place and a better time. I lost my mom 17 years ago and I still miss her so much, my heart goes out to you. I'll keep you in my prayers to the God of tender mercies.
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Post by beags on Aug 7, 2011 10:31:52 GMT -5
spellbound, your posts are hard to read, without highlighting them.
It was a nice post, though.
I have yet to lose a parent, so I cannot relate to the deep loss that must be. (some things you just have to experience to know.)
I'm sorry I misunderstood the board. For those of you who lost your parent(s) . . . . my deepest sympathies.
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Post by pod 7 on Aug 7, 2011 14:10:08 GMT -5
I have family that i have lost but thought this would apply to all
REMEMBER SOMEONE SPECIAL TO-DAY
WHEN SOMEONE YOU LOVE BECOMES A MEMORY THAT MEMORY BECOMES A TREASURE YOU LOVE
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Post by Miss Who on Aug 7, 2011 15:08:03 GMT -5
I'd like to post about a very good board friend. Our beautiful Sels passed last week, we only got the message today. R.I.P my friend we will miss you, but you are pain free and at rest now
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Post by janieshere on Aug 13, 2011 20:22:43 GMT -5
Sorry, I have not been here in a while. Too much going on my life right now. First my mom got hospitalized, then passed on, then a week later my new granddaughter was born..(one leaving and one entering) Now, my youngest daughter is planning her wedding and I will be leaving next week to louisiana for that! I'm just beat! First off, thank you Roy, and everyone else that responded to this board. I am truly sorry for all of your losses. It is just too sad to lose a loved one, regardless of the age. I will try to return again to chat with you all. Until then, take care and hold tight to your blessed memories!
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Post by roygrip on Aug 14, 2011 8:50:22 GMT -5
Sorry, I have not been here in a while. Too much going on my life right now. First my mom got hospitalized, then passed on, then a week later my new granddaughter was born..(one leaving and one entering) Now, my youngest daughter is planning her wedding and I will be leaving next week to louisiana for that! I'm just beat! First off, thank you Roy, and everyone else that responded to this board. I am truly sorry for all of your losses. It is just too sad to lose a loved one, regardless of the age. I will try to return again to chat with you all. Until then, take care and hold tight to your blessed memories!
Dear Janie. And life progresses as it should. As you say, one door closes and several have opened. A new grand daughter and a wedding, just what the Dr ordered for life to continue. Bless you my friend and congradulations, CELEBRATE LIFE! ;D
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Post by Flying Horse on Aug 15, 2011 12:46:44 GMT -5
:'(susala just lost her 2nd beloved pet in the past few months. First it was her cat Lizzie and yesterday it was her cat Jessie. Jessie was diagnosed with cancer 3 years ago and lived much longer than the vet expected but she finally passed on yesterday. Please drop by Satori in the same section as my Flying Horse postings and express your sondolences. Jessie was about 16-years old and so sus was very attached to her.
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Post by moxie on Aug 28, 2011 18:47:50 GMT -5
My BIG brother died 5 years ago in a couple of weeks at age 55. He died suddenly and unexpectedly in the middle of the night...they tried desperately to revive him, but to no avail. Unfortunately, my s-i-l made the decision to have him cremated before any of us could see him to say our goodbyes. I understand where she was probably in shock and not thinking straight when she made that decision, but it would have helped his parents and siblings have some closure. I think about him often. He always looked out for his little sister.
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moxie
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Post by moxie on Aug 28, 2011 18:51:53 GMT -5
janie and susala...So sorry for your losses. hawk...Your Grandma is in my thoughts and prayers.
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