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Annie Milliron
Alpha Goddess
Codes,
I'm so glad you asked.... they've been on my mind as well.....
I'm so glad you asked.... they've been on my mind as well.....
Thank you's for asking.
Today was her 1st "missed day" of dialysis. I've talked with her twice today, and one of those times was an hour ago.
She sounds fine and said she feels good. She began "cleaning" house today, and didn't even take her daily nap, so she can get as much "done" as possible. She did, however take a snooze in her chair during the news, this evening.
I DID get to have another lunch with her, last evening. What a thrill to see her enjoy some of the foods she's been restricted from for almost a year....a bologna sammich and Ballreich potato chips...the families business started by her and my Mom's Dad/my Grandfather. She even made the comment..."OH! Tastes like I've already died and gone to Heaven!"
The past few days, she has been calling her eldest son, her deceased husband's name. A sure sign that she misses him, terribly.
A day at a time is all we ever have...we just gotta learn to LIVE those days, for as long as we have them.
[ 06-25-2004, 02:52 AM: Message edited by: Giddyuppy ]
Today was her 1st "missed day" of dialysis. I've talked with her twice today, and one of those times was an hour ago.
She sounds fine and said she feels good. She began "cleaning" house today, and didn't even take her daily nap, so she can get as much "done" as possible. She did, however take a snooze in her chair during the news, this evening.
I DID get to have another lunch with her, last evening. What a thrill to see her enjoy some of the foods she's been restricted from for almost a year....a bologna sammich and Ballreich potato chips...the families business started by her and my Mom's Dad/my Grandfather. She even made the comment..."OH! Tastes like I've already died and gone to Heaven!"
The past few days, she has been calling her eldest son, her deceased husband's name. A sure sign that she misses him, terribly.
A day at a time is all we ever have...we just gotta learn to LIVE those days, for as long as we have them.
[ 06-25-2004, 02:52 AM: Message edited by: Giddyuppy ]
Sound Bay Newfs
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Oh that is such a touching story about two very special people, you and your aunt! She sure sounds like she has the right attitude for life. I admire that.
DreamTime Newfs
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You and your Aunt are in my thoughts and prayers Giddy.
hawk
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Giddy,
Thank you for sharing your Love with us. I am so honored to have this knowledge of your existence.
We know that when One crosses over this does not mean they are gone, it IS a change in our relationship with them. Their presence, knowledge,Love,giving,Wisdom,silliness,remains available and touchable. As all here on NN have done, I would like to offer my Love to You and your Aunt.
I wish You and your Family Peace
Hawk
Thank you for sharing your Love with us. I am so honored to have this knowledge of your existence.
We know that when One crosses over this does not mean they are gone, it IS a change in our relationship with them. Their presence, knowledge,Love,giving,Wisdom,silliness,remains available and touchable. As all here on NN have done, I would like to offer my Love to You and your Aunt.
I wish You and your Family Peace
Hawk
Annie Milliron
Alpha Goddess
I've been afraid of death for as long as I can remember. It's at times like these, that I can understand and realize that death is really quite beautiful. Your Aunt is incredible...
Without even knowing her, I can feel her sense of serenity.... and peace... it is truly beautiful... and it's a gift for all of you.
And selfishly, I'm so very glad you've shared this. It's someting that I will hang on to and remember when those old nasty phobias rear their ugly heads.....
Without even knowing her, I can feel her sense of serenity.... and peace... it is truly beautiful... and it's a gift for all of you.
And selfishly, I'm so very glad you've shared this. It's someting that I will hang on to and remember when those old nasty phobias rear their ugly heads.....
Annie...I have always felt that death is the greatest gift of all, providing one lives a life that deserves that "gift".
Last week, as I cut her hair, I asked her...." Is it a feeling of calm and reserve and also a feeling of relief that you have made your decision? And, that there will BE no more tossing it back and forth in your heart and mind?" Her answer? "It sure IS! It feels pretty good!"
As close as we've been in all my 54 years...these passed few months have gotten us SO close that I can actually feel her calm. Granted, we cry together, but we also love and laugh together.
I DO hope this has eased your fear of death.
BoundlessNewfs
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Thank you for sharing this with us. I think this has touched everyone who has read about it. Prayers go out to you both.