I held my mothers hand all night

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Posted: 6/30/2015 7:19:53 PM EDT

I knew the end was near when the ICU nurses threw out their strict visiting hours and let my Father and I stay.
85 years old with a lot wrong. Though she lived a wonderful full life. the dust storm is following me around.
I don't know what I'm saying here just wanted to say something. I feel like I am in a daze or something.
She made it till 10 am Monday. My dad and I were both with her.
She wasn't afraid to go. She is in good hands and I know this but it still hurts knowing she is gone

Edit 07-01-15:
I just read every one of the replies to this post. I want to thank all of you from the bottom of my heart.
She had been in and out of the hospital for the last few years and always bounced back ( to some extent ).
She put up a good fight. The memories of what was said and what happened are hard but I am thankful I was able to be there.
Though I don't feel it right now I know I am a lucky man to be able to be there with her.

Thank You

Posted: 6/30/2015 7:20:58 PM EDT

[#1]

SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS

Posted: 6/30/2015 7:22:11 PM EDT

[#2]

Sorry for your loss.

Posted: 6/30/2015 7:23:54 PM EDT

[#3]

My condolences to you and your family.

Posted: 6/30/2015 7:24:13 PM EDT

[#4]

Sorry for your loss.

Posted: 6/30/2015 7:25:02 PM EDT

[#5]

Sorry for your loss.

Posted: 6/30/2015 7:25:41 PM EDT

[#6]

Sigh...

Been down that road with both my parents.

My condolences...

Posted: 6/30/2015 7:26:00 PM EDT

[#7]

God bless your mom, you and your family.

Posted: 6/30/2015 7:27:03 PM EDT

[#8]

Sorry man, may the 1000's of good memories replace the recent tough times.

Posted: 6/30/2015 7:27:40 PM EDT

[#9]

My condolances

Posted: 6/30/2015 7:29:00 PM EDT

[#10]

My Mom is in a nursing home and my Dad is blind now.

Posts like yours help me to realize that they're a blessing and not a burden.

God comfort and bless...

Posted: 6/30/2015 7:31:04 PM EDT

[#11]

Mom and I sat with my Dad. It was rough, but he knew he was loved and in good hands. Sorry for your loss.

Posted: 6/30/2015 7:31:35 PM EDT

[#12]

Posted: 6/30/2015 7:31:39 PM EDT

[#13]

Very sorry, op. We lost my Mom to lung cancer 3 years ago. I too was holding her hand till she left us, and she was surrounded by her family. I'm glad you were there for her, at the end.
We should all be so lucky.

Posted: 6/30/2015 7:32:40 PM EDT

[#14]

Been there. Done that. You have my sympathy. As bad as it was, I'm glad I was there for her. It does hurt a little less each day, but even after 9 years since she passed on something will happen and for a split second I'll think to call her to tell her about it... and then I'll remember that I can't do that anymore and I don't think the hurt from that will go away.

Posted: 6/30/2015 7:32:46 PM EDT

[#15]

Sorry for your loss...85 is a great age thats a full life. Many people would wish they could live as long as your mother and many do not get that opportunity.

Posted: 6/30/2015 7:33:35 PM EDT

[#16]

Sorry for your loss

Posted: 6/30/2015 7:34:22 PM EDT

[#17]

Condolences.

Posted: 6/30/2015 7:35:01 PM EDT

[#18]

Sorry about your loss.

But if there's a "good" way to die, that was it.

Posted: 6/30/2015 7:36:09 PM EDT

[#19]

God bless your mom and your family

Posted: 6/30/2015 7:36:21 PM EDT

[#20]

Sorry for your loss.

However, you should try and focus on the positives. You and your Dad were there right until the end. You should be happy that she passed away with her family right there with her. I'm sure you made her last minutes of life the best she could ask for.

RF

Posted: 6/30/2015 7:46:10 PM EDT

[#21]

So sorry for your loss.

Posted: 6/30/2015 7:48:22 PM EDT

[#22]

Sorry for your loss OP

Posted: 6/30/2015 7:55:11 PM EDT

[#23]

Thursday will make one year since my father passed. It's rough when you lose a parent.

My condolences.

Posted: 6/30/2015 7:56:02 PM EDT

[#24]

Posted: 6/30/2015 7:57:22 PM EDT

[#25]

So sorry! It is so hard to lose a parent!

Posted: 6/30/2015 7:59:20 PM EDT

[#26]

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Sorry for your loss...85 is a great age thats a full life. Many people would wish they could live as long as your mother and many do not get that opportunity.

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Best attitude to have, I think. Glad you were able to be there in her final moments. Still though- sorry for your loss OP, hope the dust clears soon

Posted: 6/30/2015 7:59:59 PM EDT

[#27]

Hugs bro. The Lord is near to those who mourn.

Posted: 6/30/2015 8:00:19 PM EDT

[#28]

So sorry, OP.

Posted: 6/30/2015 8:01:52 PM EDT

[#29]

I'm very sorry for your loss.

Posted: 6/30/2015 8:03:02 PM EDT

[#30]

I'm sorry, I truly am

I cannot imagine what you are feeling, but if you ever need to talk let me know

Posted: 6/30/2015 8:03:42 PM EDT

[#31]

My condolences to you and your family.

Posted: 6/30/2015 8:05:37 PM EDT

[#32]

Sorry for your loss.

Posted: 6/30/2015 8:05:44 PM EDT

[#33]

Sorry for your loss.

Prayers sent.

Posted: 6/30/2015 8:06:37 PM EDT

[#34]

My deepest sympathies for your loss.

Posted: 6/30/2015 8:07:00 PM EDT

[#35]

Prayers offered for you and your Family.

Posted: 6/30/2015 8:08:06 PM EDT

[#36]

May God hold her in his Grace and protect Her always.

I'm sorry for your loss

Posted: 6/30/2015 8:08:26 PM EDT

[#37]

Happy for her , sad for you and the family. God Bless.

Posted: 6/30/2015 8:08:40 PM EDT

[#38]

Very sorry OP

Posted: 6/30/2015 8:08:51 PM EDT

[#39]

Sorry for your loss.

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Posted: 6/30/2015 8:12:21 PM EDT

[#40]

sorry for your loss
. May god be with your mother

Posted: 6/30/2015 8:12:36 PM EDT

[#41]

Sorry for your loss. Prayers out for your and your family's quick healing.

Posted: 6/30/2015 8:14:06 PM EDT

[#42]

Sorry for your loss...

Posted: 6/30/2015 8:15:56 PM EDT

[#43]

So sorry for you loss.

Posted: 6/30/2015 8:16:59 PM EDT

[#44]

Sorry man. Lost my grandfather on friday.

Posted: 6/30/2015 8:19:35 PM EDT

[#45]

I was with my mother when she passed away. It makes a difference.

Posted: 6/30/2015 8:19:50 PM EDT

[#46]

Posted: 6/30/2015 8:23:56 PM EDT

[#47]

Keep dad busy. Men of that generation have a strong pair bond with their mate and can become a little lost without them.

Posted: 6/30/2015 8:25:06 PM EDT

[#48]

Prayers for you and yours.

Posted: 6/30/2015 8:25:43 PM EDT

[#49]

Sorry.

Posted: 6/30/2015 8:26:10 PM EDT

[#50]

Prayers sent

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