Chopperette Posted July 17, 2016 Share Posted July 17, 2016 So I haven't been on the board lately, but I had to vent somewhere. My mom had some issues during the last year and a half. She had a cerebral ischemia and apparantely she had damage on some part of the brain were the appetite is controlled. She lost a lot of weight and we had a constant battle with her because she simply didn't want to eat at all. She also had problems with hyponatermia which is low levels of sodium. She had to take a lot of medicines so who knows in what condition her stomach was. Ultimately she had a gastrointestinal hemorrrage and there was nothing they could do. At least we had a doctor that does house calls and had the equipment at home, so she died in her bed sorrounded by her family. My dad is very sad and overwhelmed. We are 5 siblings and we are here all the time with him. So at the same time I think he needs some space. My kids were very attached to my mom (they were her favorites and she wasn't descreet abou it) and they are also having a very hard time. I'ts been only 3 years since my LH passed away. And on top of that my MIL isn't doing too good, I hope is not life or dead, but she is 87 yo! Thank you for hearing me out. (For those who don't know me.... excuse my writting; English is my second language) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sojourner Posted July 17, 2016 Share Posted July 17, 2016 Chopperette, I'm so sorry for your loss. My father died less than two years after my husband. He was elderly and in poor health, but still, it took me back to when my husband died. Condolences to your children, too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheelerswife Posted July 17, 2016 Share Posted July 17, 2016 Hugs, Chopperette. I'm sorry for the loss of your Mom. I haven't had to cope with losing my parents yet, but they are almost 80 and almost 90. I don't think we are ever quite prepared to say goodbye to those that we love dearly, even when they are old and we can see the writing on the wall. I wish I could somehow take the pain away. Maureen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisa Posted July 17, 2016 Share Posted July 17, 2016 i am so sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trying Posted July 17, 2016 Share Posted July 17, 2016 I am very sorry to hear about your loss, saying a prayer for you and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissingSquish Posted July 18, 2016 Share Posted July 18, 2016 Sending love and hugs your way. I can't think of any more comforting words at the moment. I am so sorry that you lost such a cherished member of your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chopperette Posted July 18, 2016 Author Share Posted July 18, 2016 She was 78 and before she had the ischemia she was so full of life and never had major health problems! I know she died but I think I'm still in some sort of denial. Still talking in present tense. The other day I told my daughter to use a coaster for her cup otherwise her grandmother would be upset. She just stared at me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathyr Posted July 18, 2016 Share Posted July 18, 2016 I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved mom. May God comfort you, your dad, and your entire family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoVerySad Posted July 18, 2016 Share Posted July 18, 2016 I'm so sorry my sweet friend. Sending you, your father, and the kids all love and tight hugs! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donswife Posted July 18, 2016 Share Posted July 18, 2016 I am so sorry about the loss of your Mom I recently lost my mom after a long illness so I understand how hard this is No matter how old we are or they were they are still our Mom and the leader of our families sending hugs to you and your family Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsDan Posted July 18, 2016 Share Posted July 18, 2016 I'm very sorry about your mom. It must be incredibly hard for you. And for your kids as well. My FIL passed away last month, and as my DH died when our daughter was just three months old, she and her grandmother were incredibly close. It's hard watching our kids suffer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJF Posted July 18, 2016 Share Posted July 18, 2016 I am very sorry for the loss of your mom. Sending prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mizpah Posted July 18, 2016 Share Posted July 18, 2016 I'm so sorry. I know that losing parents is in the natural order of things, but I still can't imagine a world without my parents (even after losing DH so young). Thinking of you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LTSLforever Posted July 19, 2016 Share Posted July 19, 2016 I am so sorry. I understand. My dad died 26 years ago and my mom is very sick. This journey is so difficult. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Virgo Posted July 20, 2016 Share Posted July 20, 2016 I'm so sorry for your loss. My mom died just 3 months before my husband. She was 62. She had ALS, so it wasn't unexpected, but it still hurts. It doesn't matter how old they are, the circumstances, how old we are, it still hurts. Prayers of strength for your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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