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(Message started by: Jill on Aug 29th, 2007, 8:27pm)

Title: Prayers Needed....(update)
Post by Jill on Aug 29th, 2007, 8:27pm
Hi everyone...

I was hesitant on posting this but I need some vibes from you good people - if you have some to spare and dont mind.

My grandma is dying from breast cancer and lymphoma. The last week has been especially hard on her and my mom and I as her journey ends. As much as we are going to miss her, we dont want her to suffer anymore and want her to be at rest and not fighting. So I am asking everyone to kind of wish her a safe journey and just think of her as this all comes to a close.

It has been a very difficult week - she fell last Tuesday and since then things have kind of gone down hill. Right now,I have transformed what was my room into a hospital room for her and I have been acting as a nurse the last week - giving her meds, keeping her clean and comfortable.

We are thankful that she is sleeping all of the time now and is kind of oblivious (we hope) to what is going on. The hospice nurse has told me that she isnt aware of alot and  things like the gurgling in her breathing arent a bother to her, just hard for us to hear. We still talk to her and I hope that she knows how much we love her.  

I am kind of rambling now but this is very difficult. I have never had to see anyone pass on like this - my dad went so quickly and I didnt realize what a blessing that was until now.

Anyways, I would appreciate the thoughts and all and I know that my mom and grandma does to. I will let you know how all of this goes but I think that tonight will be the hardest as the nurse doesnt think that she will make it through.

Thank you all so much. And be sure to give your friends and loved ones an extra hug tonight.

Jill

Title: Re: Prayers Needed....
Post by echo on Aug 29th, 2007, 8:29pm
Sorry to read that your Grandmother is going through this.  You and your family will find the strenght to deal with this.

Title: Re: Prayers Needed....
Post by Grandma_Sweet_Boy on Aug 29th, 2007, 8:30pm
Jill, I'm so sorry to hear this news.

Sending hugs to you and your family and praying for your Grandmother to have a peaceful journey.


Carol

Title: Re: Prayers Needed....
Post by sldrswyfe on Aug 29th, 2007, 8:33pm
Jill,

Im glad you here...

You got it...all I have for you. Check your PM's.

Lots of Love, Sherri

Title: Re: Prayers Needed....
Post by Jonny on Aug 29th, 2007, 8:38pm
I just went through this with my father in law.

If hospice is there then this is harder on you and your family than it is on your grandma.

Just be strong for her, thats what she would want.

Its never easy!  :'(


Title: Re: Prayers Needed....
Post by JenniferD on Aug 29th, 2007, 8:39pm
All I have Jill.  Check your pm's.

Hugs,
Jen

Title: Re: Prayers Needed....
Post by Rosybabe on Aug 29th, 2007, 8:57pm
  Jill

 My heart goes to you and your Mom because what you are going through it's very difficult...
 It is hard to say goodbye to a love one but I promised you where your Grandma is going there is no pain and suffering...

 I will pray for her to have a very peaceful transition and for you and your Mom to find the closure you need for all your pain.

Remember that people you love will live forever in your heart and she will be watching  you from above..

                             Hugs

                                                Rosy.


Title: Re: Prayers Needed....
Post by Charlie on Aug 29th, 2007, 9:27pm
So sorry Jill.

You have my best wishes that things go as easily as possible. You are far from alone.

You're doing just fine, by the way.

Charlie


Title: Re: Prayers Needed....
Post by Redd on Aug 29th, 2007, 9:30pm
Been there done it.

My thought will be with all of your family so that they can ease this passing with knowing nothing was left unsaid and undone.

Two years ago whn my Mom passed, I was the one to say "no more".  It's a unique spoot to put in, but at least her wishes were followed.

Rremember that the dying have value, and  that they habe a voice.  Listen to that voice.  Let them pass in the way that suits them. Not always in the way that suits the survivors.

Death is a part of the circle of life.  Let the dying declair how they want to leave and give them the permission to leave.  Then remember their life and celebrate it in the way that would bring them joy.  

Thats all I have to offer.

Title: Re: Prayers Needed....
Post by Sean_C on Aug 29th, 2007, 9:54pm
Everything I've got headed your way Jill.

Sean.......................

Title: Re: Prayers Needed....
Post by Ray on Aug 29th, 2007, 9:54pm
Jill:

So sorry that you are going through this now.  You and your family have my prayers.  Please know that you are among friends here and feel free to share anything that is in your heart.  Peace.

Ray

Title: Re: Prayers Needed....(update)
Post by Jill on Aug 29th, 2007, 9:59pm
Well...

My grandma just passed away about ten minutes ago. It was peaceful and my mom and I were there with her. She just kind of drifted away...

It is strange the way timing works because about forty-five minutes ago I told her that my mom and I would be okay, that she didnt have to fight anymore and that I loved her and would miss her.

It has been the first time that I have been able to say that to her and that was a blessing - almost like she was waiting for it.

The hospice nurse is on her way out now and we will clean her up...

Thank you all so much for the prayers and vibes.

Jill

Title: Re: Prayers Needed....
Post by cosmicfunkfather on Aug 29th, 2007, 10:01pm
Sorry too hear the news Jill
         lots of vibes too your family and  God will take care of the rest . [smiley=hug.gif]

Title: Re: Prayers Needed....(update)
Post by sldrswyfe on Aug 29th, 2007, 10:26pm
Im sorry Jill...so glad you had that priviledge of "letting her go"...

James is right...you do your best, God will do the rest.

Much Love, Sherri

Title: Re: Prayers Needed....(update)
Post by ShariRae on Aug 29th, 2007, 10:32pm
I am so sorry Jill...know that her fight is over & she is no longer in pain.She was blessed to have you in her life & to have you caring for her to the end....you & yours will be in my thoughts & prayers...
Much Love
Shari

Title: Re: Prayers Needed....(update)
Post by Opus on Aug 29th, 2007, 10:36pm
((((Jill))))

Paul

Title: Re: Prayers Needed....(update)
Post by kayarr on Aug 30th, 2007, 12:00am
[smiley=hug.gif]

Title: Re: Prayers Needed....(update)
Post by nani on Aug 30th, 2007, 12:23am
I'm sorry for your loss, Jill. Letting her go was the kindest thing you could have done for her.

Title: Re: Prayers Needed....(update)
Post by George_J on Aug 30th, 2007, 2:40am
Sorry to hear of your loss, Jill.  My very best to you and your family.

George

Title: Re: Prayers Needed....(update)
Post by UN solved on Aug 30th, 2007, 2:50am
Jill,

So sorry for your loss

[smiley=hug.gif]

Michael

Title: Re: Prayers Needed....(update)
Post by sandie99 on Aug 30th, 2007, 2:57am
Jill,

I'm so sorry for your loss... [smiley=hug.gif]
My deepest condolences.

Hugs,
Sanna

Title: Re: Prayers Needed....(update)
Post by Ray on Aug 30th, 2007, 3:11am
Jill:

I'm sorry for your loss.  My prayers for peace go out to your family.

Ray

Title: Re: Prayers Needed....(update)
Post by echo on Aug 30th, 2007, 10:52am
Sorry to read that your grandmother drifted away.  She is no longer in pain.

Mark

Title: Re: Prayers Needed....(update)
Post by Rosybabe on Aug 30th, 2007, 11:20am
 Jill

 May the sweet Lord greet your dear Grandmother in Heaven. She is no longer  in pain and has started the journey for the eternal life. She will always watch over you and as long as you keep her in your heart her spirit would live forever.

My prayers are with you and your family. Sorry for your loss.
                           Love.
                                           Rosy.


Title: Re: Prayers Needed....(update)
Post by phil_h on Aug 30th, 2007, 12:12pm
Free her into a better place for her .  Maybe not for you right away...... but better ... Feel love , let love lift all of you up and celebrate what you've had ; not focus on what was is lost .......Remember those closiest too us become our angels ... She hears you !    phil h

Title: Re: Prayers Needed....(update)
Post by barry_sword on Aug 30th, 2007, 12:35pm
So sorry Jill. our deepest condolences. Our prayers go out to you and your family for your loss.


  Barry&Angie

Title: Re: Prayers Needed....(update)
Post by Jill on Aug 30th, 2007, 12:49pm
Thank you everyone for the prayers, support and everything. It means the world to both my mom and I.

Today has been a hard day as we make phone calls and do the jobs that need to be done. I feel kind of lost because I have focused so much on taking care of my grandma for the last week that I am not sure what to do with myself. It sounds kind of weird I know...

Anyways, thanks for everything.

Jill

Title: Re: Prayers Needed....(update)
Post by cash5542 on Aug 30th, 2007, 8:05pm
I know that feeling of being lost. Everything is moving so slow as you watch death come as it is meant to be, ever so slow and painless then your life changes to a whole new business, so much to do so many to deal with. Take it slow and easy and allow yourself to grieve. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers

Charlotte and Lisa

Title: Re: Prayers Needed....(update)
Post by sldrswyfe on Aug 30th, 2007, 10:01pm
Jill,

In no way do you sound strange...this is tough. And you "sound" wonderful.  It was wonderful to talk to you...

You did good, Jill...really good.  Fondly, Sherri



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