Hugs and gentle strenght from me and mine.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Again, thank you very, very much, everyone. It sure does mean so much to see all these good wishes from all of you. I know that many of you have been through the same thing.
You know, I spent the last 8 years of my life taking care of my grandmother (Died on Nov. 15, 2009), and my mom, who died yesterday morning. This, along with taking care of my own family and our home. I’m tired. Just really, really tired. Yet, I’m also relieved. I’m not feeling the least bit guilty about feeling the relief, either. I know that mom is no longer suffering. That’s all that matters.
I’m feeling a bit alone right now, but I know it’ll get better with time. Sure, I’ve got my husband, our daughter, and friends/family, and they’re all being very supportive, helpful, and caring. I’m thankful for that, don’t get me wrong. But, really, there’s nothing that really gets to you, than knowing that, good Og…My MOM (or dad) is gone. Geez. That’ll hit you like a ton of bricks, that’s for sure.
I’m doing ok, though. So far, anyway. There’s not a whole lot I need to deal with, as mom had pre-planned her funeral some years ago. I just need to go sign some papers at the funeral home this morning, and then sign some stuff at the cemetery after that. It’s a relief that I don’t have to do the ‘planning’ of this stuff, and I’m grateful that mom had the foresight to take care of it while she was alive. This is something that my husband and I need to take care of, also, so our daughter won’t be burdened with it. It has just been moved to the top of our agenda, once this is all over.
Right now, I’m just trying to get everything sorted out, and I’m hoping that I’ll finally be able to relax at some point soon. I honestly haven’t had the chance to truly relax (or have any real time for myself) for the past 8 years. I’m just really tired, and really stressed. I know it’ll all ease up, eventually.
The sooner, the better, if you ask me.
I’m so sorry for your loss.
Hi nonacetone. You have my condolences and best wishes too. What a nice sendoff you gave her!
Wow that was a beautiful OP, nonacetone. My condolences on your mother’s passing.
My condolences.
Thank you, everyone.
Well, the service will be on Monday morning. My daughter is not handling it well at all. I’m doing ok, I think. At least for now.
I’m very sorry about your Mom. I have not been online much. Hope your daughter is better.
Thank you.
It’s finally over. Mom’s funeral was yesterday. My daughter and I did really well, and held it together just fine. At least mom is no longer in pain. I’m just glad it’s all over, is all.
Rest.
My condolences to you and your family, nonacetone. Bosda Di’Chi of Tricor’s advice is good: rest, take it easy, be kind to yourself.
So sorry about your Mom. Watching someone suffer is terrible. I’m glad she’s at peace.
I’m sorry for your loss.
Thank you.
Yes, I’m trying to get some rest, but things around here have been a little bit neglected the past few days, so I’m going to have to get some things done. The laundry just keep piling up, and I need to get that done first thing.
Maybe I can start getting some more sleep, too. The last several years have been so stressful, sleep didn’t happen for me very easily. I’ve been living on no more than 4 hours per night, and maybe an hour nap during the day, if I could fit it in. Sleep will be very welcome! I think I just need to re-learn how to relax.