Thursday, September 10, 2009

For every thing there is a season....

I got the first call while I was at work this morning. Dad hasn't been doing well since April, but this today was different. He was tired of fighting. He didn't want to do this anymore. He was asking if they could just give him something to make him comfortable. They tried to give him oxygen and he took off the mask. They were asking for the family to say it was okay. I didn't know what to say. Called my sister. She talked with the nurse. Satisfied that he was alert and well aware of what he was asking, she told them we were okay with it. We wanted to respect his wishes. I couldn't just sit there in my office crying. I packed up and left. Didn't tell anyone why I was leaving. I wondered if it was normal to start the greiving process while someone was still alive. I cried. Then I just waited. About eight hours after the first call, came the second. Dad had passed away. Now they want to know what to do with the body. Again, I don't know what to say. I called my sister. She says she'll take care of it. And she'll call me back later. I'm sick of crying. My eyes hurt. My head hurts. Everything about this just sucks.
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34 comments:

  1. Mel-2nd ChancesThu Sep 10, 05:52:00 PM PDT

    I'm so sorry about your loss, you and yours are in my thoughts and prayers. Having just buried Terron's dad yesterday, I know how you feel about the crying, eyes and head hurting. Thinking of you. **hugs**

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  2. Ironman By ThirtyThu Sep 10, 05:56:00 PM PDT

    I am sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this tough time.

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  3. Felice DevineThu Sep 10, 06:09:00 PM PDT

    Truly so, so sorry.

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  4. ErikaThu Sep 10, 06:12:00 PM PDT

    I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. {{{HUGS}}}

    MCM Mama

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  5. joyRuNThu Sep 10, 06:27:00 PM PDT

    I'm so very sorry for your loss, Lisa.

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  6. Lauren StarksThu Sep 10, 06:27:00 PM PDT

    So sorry about your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers tonight.

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  7. Margaret aka: Fact WomanThu Sep 10, 07:01:00 PM PDT

    I'm so sorry for your loss. Losing my father was the hardest thing to go through but you will make it through this. He will always be with you.

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  8. IreneThu Sep 10, 07:53:00 PM PDT

    Sometimes there aren't enough appropriate words. I'm so sorry.

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  9. CarlyThu Sep 10, 08:00:00 PM PDT

    I am so sorry! ((hugs))

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  10. LBTEPAThu Sep 10, 08:33:00 PM PDT

    ((((hugs)))) I am so sorry to hear your news Lisa

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  11. Spokane AlThu Sep 10, 09:40:00 PM PDT

    I am so sorry for your loss and am certain you will retain and cherish your years of wonderful memories.

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  12. Stef0115Thu Sep 10, 11:26:00 PM PDT

    Lisa I will never forget receiving a 2am call about my mom . . . . just know that others have gone through what you are going through. Although you grieve in your own way in your own time, you are not alone.

    My heart goes out to you in support and hugs.

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  13. jbmmommyFri Sep 11, 04:07:00 AM PDT

    So sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you. You and your sister are wonderful girls for honoring his wishes.

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  14. ShannonFri Sep 11, 04:08:00 AM PDT

    I lost my dad 5 years ago, it does get easier. Hang on to the good memories!!! Hugs & Kisses....

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  15. AnonymousFri Sep 11, 04:44:00 AM PDT

    Oh dear. I have no idea what to say or where to even start. I know that's a very HARD thing to go through, but you have to find peace and reassurance that he's in Heaven now. He's no longer sick, he's no longer hurting, and he's up there having a good time and waiting for YOU to come and join him. He may not be here in the flesh, but he's always with you. *hugs*

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  16. Mile Posts by Dorothy BealFri Sep 11, 05:23:00 AM PDT

    I am so so so sorry for your loss

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  17. Jen FeenyFri Sep 11, 05:27:00 AM PDT

    I am so sorry for your loss... words can only go so far in times like these but know that we are all here for you and that he is in a better place. Hugs to you from afar my dear.

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  18. ReginaFri Sep 11, 07:08:00 AM PDT

    Oh Lisa, I am so sorry. Please know that you and your family are in my prayers as you go through this difficult time.

    I hope it is a comfort for you and your sister that you have each other.

    Again, I am sorry for your loss.

    ((hugs))

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  19. JessFri Sep 11, 08:01:00 AM PDT

    I'm so sorry Lisa! ((hugs))

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  20. WesFri Sep 11, 08:11:00 AM PDT

    My heart is with you guys...

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  21. Jess Fri Sep 11, 08:25:00 AM PDT

    I'm so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for your family.

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  22. MarleneFri Sep 11, 08:30:00 AM PDT

    I'm so sorry, Lisa.

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  23. Jo LynnFri Sep 11, 10:31:00 AM PDT

    I will continue to keep you in my daily prayers, Lisa. That's all I really know to say.

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  24. AronFri Sep 11, 01:20:00 PM PDT

    i am so so sorry :( lots of thoughts love and hugs being sent your way.

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  25. Carolina JohnFri Sep 11, 02:32:00 PM PDT

    so sorry to hear that lisa. geez, that's not good. at least he was comfortable.

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  26. MichelleFri Sep 11, 04:45:00 PM PDT

    I am truly sorry Lisa for your loss. I am here for you if you need anything!

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  27. DuaneFri Sep 11, 07:15:00 PM PDT

    So sorry to hear this Lisa, big hug to you and your family.

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  28. montisse98Sat Sep 12, 04:57:00 AM PDT

    Lisa, I'm terribly sorry to hear this. I know the great sadness of losing a father. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Hugs, cami.

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  29. RunningLaurSat Sep 12, 01:49:00 PM PDT

    Lisa, I'm so sorry. I hope you can take solace in your sister and your family. I'll be thinking of you.

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  30. Aka AliceSat Sep 12, 02:17:00 PM PDT

    Oh Lisa...I'm so sorry for your loss.

    Your right. It just sucks.

    Sending more {{hugs}} your way...

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  31. IselaSun Sep 13, 02:02:00 PM PDT

    Lisa,
    I am sorry for your loss and I am sending love, support, and comfort. Giving you a big hug too. Love.

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  32. Al's CL ReviewsMon Sep 14, 10:33:00 AM PDT

    Sorry for you loss.

    ((Hugs))

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  33. Calyx MeredithWed Sep 16, 06:56:00 AM PDT

    I'm so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Peace.

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  34. Mel -Tall Mom on the RunWed Sep 16, 11:04:00 AM PDT

    I am not sure how I have missed your posts lately. I am so sorry for your loss. We lost several family members in 2007, 7 total. I remember when my grandma was in the hospital that I was grieving because it was not her. The Dementia and illness had taken over so much that it was no longer her..

    I cannot imagine what it must feel like to lose your father and I am truly sorry

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