BigStewMan Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I stood last night at my Mom's bedside at the hospital and said goodbye as she left this life for a far better one. It was rough, watching her gasp for air. she looked like a fish out of water, huge gasps that shook her whole torso. as hard as it was, it is a relief knowing that she isn't sick anymore. All five of us kids were there at her side. This isn't the first time I've been through this (lost both biological parents when I was eight years old; and watched my 17-year old nephew taken off life support); but, it sure does not get any easier. It is a weird feeling, leaving the hospital, seeing that life goes on--yet feeling like the world should stop for a few minutes. My brother and I got in his truck and when he started it up and the radio came on, the first thing i heard was The Cars singing "Bye Bye Love." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daddy Dee Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Big Stew, Thanks for letting us know. I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. I am glad you we with her and you are right, she is in a better place. Still, it's not easy. You've got alot of support and caring in this place. Peace to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coytee Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I'm sorry to hear about your loss. I will assure you that tonight, my world will stop for a few moments as I keep you, your mother and your family in my thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacksonbart Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Sorry to hear that, but glad you where all with her. Its a moment we all will face. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators dtel Posted March 19, 2009 Moderators Share Posted March 19, 2009 Sorry to hear that, but like you said she is not sick anymore and in a better place, but it's still tough to deal with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLSamuel Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers Big Stew. Yes, life around us goes on when we loose a loved one, though our life kind of stops for a moment or slows down and it is tough and it does get better but things never get back to "normal"... "normal" is different. Glad her family could be by her side and at least it's comforting to know our loved ones are in a better place and that someday soon (in the overal scheme of things) we'll all be together again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
customsteve01 Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 Sorry to hear of your loss. It was nice that all of the family was able to be there. I was not there when my mom left this world and I miss not being able to say goodbye to her. Your family is in our prayers. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colterphoto1 Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 Big Stew, Man my heart goes out to you. I'll say a prayer for your family today and also tomorrow where I'll be at my friend Dale's funeral. Good that you could be by her side during her last hours. Stay close with your brother, family, and your Forum family during this time. We're here for ya man! The radio has done strange things like that for me too. Interpret it however you like, I think it's a sign that she's at peace. Michael Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DU73 Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 double post Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DU73 Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 so sorry to hear the news. i dont think these situations will ever get easier no matter how many times one would go through it. i agree with Michael, the radio does strange things in certain situations. i believe they are signs from above. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marvel Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 I'll be praying for you and your family, lifiting you up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverSport Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 Sorry to hear of your loss but I am sure it was a comfort that you were all there...prayers for you, your Family and friends... Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tommyboy Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 I'm truly sorry about your loss Stew! My thoughts and prayers go out to you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CIGARBUM Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 I'm sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Amy Posted March 20, 2009 Moderators Share Posted March 20, 2009 I'm sorry too. There are no words to lessen the pain, but you have friends here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CECAA850 Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 I'm sorry for your loss Stew and for the suffering she went through. My parents are in their 90's and I know one day I'll be in your shoes. It's something you just don't want to think about. It sound like you have a great family. Carl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelA Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 Sorry for your loss. I have not experienced the loss of a parent/sibling so I cant begin to relate to the pain it must entail. I hope each day gets a little easier for you. Hang in there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
picky Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 BigStewMan: I am very sorry to learn of your mother's passing. Please accept my deepest sympathy. This strikes pretty close to home as we had to take my own mother to emergency Tuesday afternoon for cardiac problems. Ms. Rose will be 90 in July and although it seems she is going to be fine, she is still in the hospital as of this writing. My last uncle died this week, too. I guess the whole week has just totally sucked for the both of us all the way around. God Bless your mom and family, man. -Glenn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.4knee Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 BIGSTEWMAN. Very sorry to read of your loss. Losing our loved ones is never an easy thing to face. God Speed and God bless. I just got a wonderful B-day present today. Just found out my Mom is going in for a biopsy today. At 85 this is not an issue she needs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cal Blacksmith Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 I'm sorry to hear the news. It sure never gets any easier. I pray for your family to find some comfort in the days ahead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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