I really don't know why God decided this year would be a great year to throw as much sadness on me and my family as he could. Really. For those that have been reading me from the beginning you know that I used to be a happy upbeat person but this last year, year and a half everything seems to have gone down hill.
Got a call late yesterday evening. My Aunt M had been taken to the hospital. Several calls later we find out she had a massive stroke, bleeding in the brain, and her brain was swelling. Then we hear she is on life support. (She is a couple hours away from where we are). Then this morning we get the call, she died around 6 AM.
Aunt M was my dad's oldest sister (he is the youngest of 13) and she practically raised him. In fact he called her mom more than he did by her given name. (Dad's real mother died when he was around 4 years old).
Aunt M's funeral will be this coming Saturday near her home at the coast. That is about a 6 hour from here. Dad will be driving down by himself (we both have pets so I will stay to take care of them) and I worry about him going that far alone. He knows I'm worried and said it is making him feel bad. Gee I don't want to do that. I want him to go to his sister's funeral, but worrying is what I do.
Aunt M was in her early 80's and while we weren't expecting her to die this way we knew her health wasn't great and that it was only a matter of time.
Aunt M you will truly be missed. You were so wise and always knew what to say and when to say it.
Kathy
20 comments:
I am so sorry Kathy!
You have had way too much sadness this year!
You and your dad and family are in my prayers.
Love and hugs,
Michelle
Everybody needs an Aunt M. Glad that you had her this long. Will remember her, your Dad and you in my prayers. (((hugs))), LaVern
I'm so sorry!
Missie
Oh my dear, I am so so sorry for you and your Father, There is so little one can so and even worse there is nothing anyone can do for you at this sad time. I do not know why these sad things happen. You may have read that my darling Goddaughter/niece died 7 weeks ago age only 46 leaving an invalid husband 20 years older than she was....what was the reason ? I just don't know. I do know that altho at first I felt why me, why my darling girl, and that I ranted and raved at my God for I felt there must have been somthing he could do...But gradualy it has come to me .. Why not me ? I certainly wouldn't like to have it happen to anyone else, I will be strong and I know that when I am alone God is right there carrying me along...I pray that our God will be there for you even if you don't feel him around just at the moment. Love and you are in my prayers from Sybil xx
Oh Kathy...bless your heart. I hope and pray that these bad days are behind you and that happiness and joy will fill your heart once again, and very soon.
Love you,
Connie
You and your family are in my prayers.
Please accept my sympathy Kathy. It has been one heck of a year or so for you. Safe trip for your dad.
My condolences on your loss, Kathy. All strength to you and yours in the coming days, weeks and month in coming to terms with M's passing.
Sorry to hear of your sad loss Kathy. May God be with you all at this sad time.
You are in my prayers as always friend. Tammy
I am so sorry about the loss of your Aunt. You and your family are in my prayers.
Laura
My dear friend, I'm so sorry to hear about this loss. I will be keeping your family in my prayers on the smoke during this time of sadness. Your in my thoughts.(Hugs)Indigo
I'm so sorry about your loss of your aunt; I said a prayer for you for peace and comfort during this time
betty
My condolences dear Kathy, please know I have you & family in my thoughts & prayers.
God bless,
Sugar
Hi Kathy.....Came here by Call For Support. I'm so sorry for all that you have been through. I know you've lost several family members in a short time. My sympathies to you. You will be in my prayers.
~Dana
http://journals.aol.com/heavenlybama/journey-to-success
awwww Kath so sorry to hear the news... sending good vibes and gentle hugs
d
Kathy, I'm so sorry for your loss. Sounds like she was a very sweet lady! I pray that your dad will be ok.
Joann
Kathy I am praying for you all.
Krissy
May your aunt rest in peace. And God bless you and your dad too. Love, Shelly
I'm so sorry to hear about your aunt. I know your Dad must be devastated. I hope he drives carefully to the funeral.
Lori
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