My dear stepmom passed away late this afternoon with my father and stepbrother by her side. I have been preparing for this for 6 months, but it still hit me very hard. Tomorrow, I will be making plans for Sid to be looked after and me to go to RI on Saturday. There will be plenty of people in and out of here taking care of Sid. I'm not sure when I will be back, but my message board monitor will be taking care of the boards while I am away.
Joan - sorry for the loss. Our prayers and love go with you and your family as you go thru the next few days, weeks, and months. I am so happy you made it up there to see her before she passed on.
Thank you so much. Your support means a lot to me. I wrote a blog recently - I think it's still on the home page- about never really being prepared, no matter how expected the end is. I found out today how true that is. Ann was in my life for 34 years, 12 years longer than my own mother. All I know right now is that I will be forever thankful that I was able to see her, hold her, and kiss her in February. As much of a mess as I am today, I would be a lot worse if I hadn't had that opportunity.
Joan, my condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers will be with you all and also with you as you travel and with Sid as he remains here. Please know that our arms are around. (((((((HUGS))))))
((Joan)) I am so sorry for your loss ♥ I am glad you were able to spend some time with her in Feb, I hope that brings you some peace.... keeping you in my thoughts ♥ Nikki
Joan, very very sorry to hear about the loss of your step mother. I know it is a comfort to know that you were able to see Ann before your loss. Take care and know that I am thinking about you.