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Dean Winchester
03-06-2004, 06:59 AM
hi guys, my mother just passed away at 2:30 EST this morning (3-6) after a long battle with COPD. I am mentally numb right now. I discovered her, she went peacefully in her sleep. But while I know she's in a better place, right now I cannot accept that. I broke down about 4 times in the past 3 hours whenever I'd start thinking about happy times I once had with her.

I don't understand it, I just cannot believe she is dead.

EricIdlefan
03-06-2004, 07:06 AM
I am so sorry about the passing of your Mom and if you need anything we are here for you and your family!! God bless and keep you and your family!!:( :(

Dean Winchester
03-06-2004, 07:21 AM
Originally posted by EricIdlefan
I am so sorry about the passing of your Mom and if you need anything we are here for you and your family!! God bless and keep you and your family!!:( :(

thank you, right now I just cannot comprehend the thought that I won't see her again until I'm on the other side. I am happy she went peacefully and that she's now an angel in Heaven (I have no doubt she went straight up there), but I just am not really sure how I will be able to adjust to a life where she's not around.

I have been taking care of her for the last 3 years and I know a burden has been lifted on her, but yet I don't know what I'm going to do.

I'm going to try and rest but I don't know if I can

Tuesday Weld
03-06-2004, 08:06 AM
I'm really sorry about the passing of your mother. :( :bighug: I can't even imagine losing my parents, even though I know it's an eventuality. You have my deepest sympathy. :bighug:

julian bozo
03-06-2004, 08:45 AM
I am so sorry.:bighug: :bighug: :bighug: :bighug: I hope God watches over you and your family with more special care today.

Rhiannon
03-06-2004, 10:20 AM
I am so sorry for you. I can't imagine how hard this must be because I haven't lost anyone close. I hope you find ways to be comforted and get through this.

Pitooey
03-06-2004, 10:45 AM
I'm so sorry........ :bighug: When I pray today I will pray for you.

Remember that we're here for you...

bandito
03-06-2004, 10:47 AM
You and your family have my deepest sympathy:(

David
03-06-2004, 10:50 AM
oh my gosh, im sorry!! :( i would imagine it would be very very tough to accept the fact that your mother just died. It would be hard for me too :( But you have my dearest sympathy :)

Jrnygrl
03-06-2004, 10:53 AM
Originally posted by bandito
You and your family have my deepest sympathy:(

DITTO!!!



:crying: :crying: :crying:

Brent88
03-06-2004, 10:56 AM
I'm so sorry to hear that! Best of luck!

:crying::crying::crying::crying::crying:

PZelda
03-06-2004, 11:21 AM
Awwww. :bighug: :bighug: :bighug: At least your mom went peacefully -- that's the best way for her to go. I just cannot imagine losing my mom....Nobody should have to lose their moms when they're still young. :(

Jenya
03-06-2004, 12:22 PM
I'm sorry to hear that your Mom passed away. :( :crying: Hang in there. I'm sure she won't forget you, because you were there for her every day. I'll keep you and your family in my thoughts. :bighug:

Brian Damage
03-06-2004, 12:30 PM
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. Be well.

consentida
03-06-2004, 01:01 PM
I am so sorry about your mom. Hang in there. I know its hard but you have to stay strong. God Bless you and your family.

-*Leah*-
03-06-2004, 01:02 PM
Ohh my gosh.:( I am so sorry. I can't imagine losing my mom, but I know I will someday, and I know it most be horrible. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Hang in there, I know it won't get any easier, but maybe after some time you will be able to cope with the lose. If you need anything, or just someone to talk to, feel free to send me a pm.:hug::crying:

~Tropical Punch 19~
03-06-2004, 01:11 PM
I am so sorry. I will pray for you and your family. You must be dealing with a lot right now. Just try to think that she is in a better place now, and there is no more suffering for her! If you need to talk I will always be there! :bighug:

*Pleasant Tomorrow*
03-06-2004, 01:29 PM
I'm so sorry to hear that, it must be awful :(

Bang A Gong
03-06-2004, 02:09 PM
That is awful BuffySlayer79. There is nothing I can say that hasn't been said before. I am so very sorry for your loss. My condolences. Everything will be okay, just give it time. Please take care of yourself.

Mijada
03-06-2004, 02:10 PM
Sorry to hear about your mom. I know what it's like to watch someone die from an illness. I lost a sister to cancer 13 years ago and it was a blessing when she passed on. You'll be Ok , I'm sure of it.

Janice
03-06-2004, 03:29 PM
I am truly sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to you and your family. Losing any loved one is devastating, yet a mother's loss is particularly heartbreaking.

Penny Lane
03-06-2004, 03:44 PM
Oh! That's just so sad! I'm glad that you are able to come here to us and talk about it! These next few days will be very trying for you. I just hope that the pain will diminish. So sorry!:(

webuster
03-06-2004, 03:46 PM
I'm so sorry, I just can't imagine the grief you're experiencing now- but you have my sympathy. :(

SBTB Geek
03-06-2004, 03:55 PM
I'm sorry about your loss, but remember to stay strong, and remember that we will be here for you.

Dutabi84
03-06-2004, 04:29 PM
Damn..that's rough dude. I know exactly what you're going through. It's real rough, and hard to get through. Best of luck.

°Bubbly Blonde°
03-06-2004, 04:43 PM
Awwww, Im sorry BufflySlayer79 :bighug: I really am...I cant imagine losing my mother...all that I can say is to just know that she's in a better place now, and if you believe that you will see her again, the fact that you WILL see her again can give you hope. :bighug:

MonarC
03-06-2004, 05:24 PM
Originally posted by BuffySlayer79
hi guys, my mother just passed away at 2:30 EST this morning (3-6) after a long battle with COPD. I am mentally numb right now. I discovered her, she went peacefully in her sleep. But while I know she's in a better place, right now I cannot accept that. I broke down about 4 times in the past 3 hours whenever I'd start thinking about happy times I once had with her.

I don't understand it, I just cannot believe she is dead.

Im so sorry for your loss. May god keep you strong in this your time of need. :(
Here is one song that brings me comfort in times like this.

One Sweet Day
- M. Carey - M. McCary - N. Morris - W. Morris - S. Stockman - W. Afanasieff -

B II M:
Sorry I never told you
All I wanted to say
And now it's too late to hold you
'Cause you've flown away
So far away
Ayyy

MC:
Never had I imagined
Living without your smile
Feeling and knowing you hear me
It keeps me alive
Alive

all:
And I know you're shining down on me from heaven
Like so many friends we've lost along the way
And I know eventually we'll be together
(MC: Together)
One sweet day
MC:
Evetually I'll see you in heaven...

B II M:
Darling, I never showed you (I never showed you)
Assumed you'd always be there (I thought you'd always be there)
I took your presence for granted
But I always cared
(MC: But I always cared)
And I miss the love we shared

all:
And I know you're shining down on me from heaven
Like so many friends we've lost along the way
And I know eventually we'll be together
(MC: Together)
One sweet day
MC: Evnetually I'll see you in heaven

B II M:
Although the sun will never shine the same
I'll always look to a brighter day
MC:
Yeah
Lord I know when I lay me down to sleep
You will always listen as I pray

all:
And I know you're shining down on me from heaven
Like so many friends we've lost along the way
And I know eventually we'll be together
(MC: Together)
One sweet day

all:
And I know you're shining down on me from heaven
Like so many friends we've lost along the way
And I know eventually we'll be together
(MC: Together)
One sweet day

MC: Sorry I never told you (oooh)
all: All I wanted to say

Kitt
03-06-2004, 06:11 PM
Sorry Buffy Slayer. After having taken care of her for the past three years the void will be deep. Wonderful that you were able to spend that time with her, although I'm sure it was very difficult at times. Take care of yourself and take your time feeling your way through your loss.

MaydayMalonesGirl
03-06-2004, 06:14 PM
I'm sorry for your loss, BuffySlayer. :(

xOxMizzBrodyxOx
03-06-2004, 06:16 PM
i'm so sry :(

¤I Love Clay Aiken¤
03-06-2004, 06:27 PM
:( Im sorry. :hug:

david&maddie4ever
03-06-2004, 06:43 PM
:bighug:

Oh gosh, I'm so sorry. :( I know there's nothing I can say to make you feel better, but I just want you to know you and your family are in my prayers.

AKA
03-06-2004, 07:17 PM
Oh man. I'm so, so sorry to hear that.

My thoughts are with you right now. God, that's so horrible.

EricIdlefan
03-06-2004, 07:56 PM
Tell us when the funeral is and where because though we can't be there physically but we will "be there" in spirits!!:( :(

Dean Winchester
03-06-2004, 09:09 PM
hi guys, thanks for the outpouring of support....

Today has been terrible, my father, sister and I went to the funeral home to make arrangements and pick out the casket and everything. It is much too much right now, I spent the last hour looking at old pictures and I couldn't look at anymore. It's too damn depressing right now. I have known for a few weeks that this day was coming very soon, but I just feel so lost in life knowing she'll never be in the picture anymore. She was the most perfect, loving, sweetest person I have ever known and I don't think she will ever be replaced in my heart.

I consider myself to be strong mentally, but I go through stages where I just break down and cry uncontrollably. I am just happy that she is no longer in the misery that COPD had put her body in and that she's in heaven, but I just feel the need to be selfish and wish she could be back. My father and I have both known this was coming, but still it does not bring any consolation when you go downstairs and find her gone.

Once again, thanks for your support, I know there is a light at the end of the tunnel, but I think it's going to be awhile before I can put this in the past tense.

Brent88
03-06-2004, 09:11 PM
Excuse my ignorance, but what is COPD?(My brain isn't thinking right today)

Kazza
03-06-2004, 09:12 PM
So sorry about your loss and rest assured she's watching over you now so don't get in too much trouble.:)

Dean Winchester
03-06-2004, 09:19 PM
Originally posted by Brent88
Excuse my ignorance, but what is COPD?(My brain isn't thinking right today)

it's a disease similar to emphazema (sp?) or lung cancer. My mom smoked for 35 years and she was diagnosed with it in the summer of 1996, and she quit cold turkey from there. Her lungs had been destroyed from the smoking, and it got harder and harder for her to breathe. She relied on oxygen for the last 2 1/2 years and progressively weakened to the point where she was bedridden and out of it for the past week. I feel good for the fact that she has been released from the pain that she's been living with, especially from the past year. But I just hate the fact she had to die period. I still feel like I am in a nightmare right now.

Sara Micelli
03-06-2004, 09:31 PM
I'm so sorry:( :bighug: You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Brent88
03-06-2004, 09:33 PM
Originally posted by BuffySlayer79
it's a disease similar to emphazema (sp?) or lung cancer. My mom smoked for 35 years and she was diagnosed with it in the summer of 1996, and she quit cold turkey from there. Her lungs had been destroyed from the smoking, and it got harder and harder for her to breathe. She relied on oxygen for the last 2 1/2 years and progressively weakened to the point where she was bedridden and out of it for the past week. I feel good for the fact that she has been released from the pain that she's been living with, especially from the past year. But I just hate the fact she had to die period. I still feel like I am in a nightmare right now.

My grandmother died almost 4 years ago now(May of 2000) from Lou Gehrig's disease. She had lost her voice and was on the verge of losing her ability to do anything by herself. She had a minor heart attack and went into the hospital twice in the last month, the last time, was in a coma, and we pretty much knew she was going to go, she did early on the morning of May 3rd. She was only 59 at the time. It was really a horrible disease. :(

bandito
03-06-2004, 10:15 PM
Originally posted by BuffySlayer79
it's a disease similar to emphazema (sp?) or lung cancer. My mom smoked for 35 years and she was diagnosed with it in the summer of 1996, and she quit cold turkey from there. Her lungs had been destroyed from the smoking, and it got harder and harder for her to breathe. She relied on oxygen for the last 2 1/2 years and progressively weakened to the point where she was bedridden and out of it for the past week. I feel good for the fact that she has been released from the pain that she's been living with, especially from the past year. But I just hate the fact she had to die period. I still feel like I am in a nightmare right now. My Mother also has emphazema and is pretty much bedridden too. I know what you guys went through, it's alot of worry and work taking care of them, I worry constantly about her health. Good luck and hang in there, I will keep you and your family in my prayers. :)

Lady T
03-06-2004, 10:23 PM
:( I am sorry to hear about your mother passing..God Bless you and your family...:bighug:

Jokerette
03-06-2004, 10:35 PM
I'm so sorry about your loss sweetie. You'll be in my thoughts. Lots of *hugs*. :(

vashti1999
03-06-2004, 10:50 PM
BuffySlayer79, sorry for your loss. You've got my sympathy, and condolences to you and the rest of your family. Like you said though, your mother is in a better place now. I know how it must feel to you, as someone who's also lost loved ones. Just know that the sorrow you feel now won't last forever. Don't forget to celebrate the good times you've had with your mom, and take strength from the happiness those thoughts bring you.

dawsongirl
03-06-2004, 11:12 PM
Originally posted by BuffySlayer79
hi guys, my mother just passed away at 2:30 EST this morning (3-6) after a long battle with COPD. I am mentally numb right now. I discovered her, she went peacefully in her sleep. But while I know she's in a better place, right now I cannot accept that. I broke down about 4 times in the past 3 hours whenever I'd start thinking about happy times I once had with her.

I don't understand it, I just cannot believe she is dead.

I just noticed you're only a month younger than me. I could not even begin to comprehend life without my mom. I feel for you. I'll keep you in my thoughts. Just remember to think about the good times. Helps in times like these.

Fleet
03-07-2004, 12:07 AM
Originally posted by BuffySlayer79
it's a disease similar to emphazema (sp?) or lung cancer. My mom smoked for 35 years and she was diagnosed with it in the summer of 1996, and she quit cold turkey from there. Her lungs had been destroyed from the smoking, and it got harder and harder for her to breathe. She relied on oxygen for the last 2 1/2 years and progressively weakened to the point where she was bedridden and out of it for the past week. I feel good for the fact that she has been released from the pain that she's been living with, especially from the past year. But I just hate the fact she had to die period. I still feel like I am in a nightmare right now.
So sorry. May time be a source of healing for you.
Just think of how she is pain-free now. This is why it is important to have faith, and believe in the afterlife. That does help when going through a loss.

Mr. Television
03-07-2004, 12:09 AM
I'm so sorry for your loss.:( You'll be in my prayers.

dandelion wine
03-07-2004, 12:25 AM
Please accept my deepest condolences. I'm very, very sorry for your loss. :(

Ewan's My Man
03-07-2004, 01:08 AM
I'm so sorry. I can only imagine how awful that must be. I'll be thinking of you...

~*Hannah_Lee*~
03-07-2004, 01:54 AM
I'm so sorry to hear about this. I know you must feel so lost without her. You will make it through this, though, and time will help to show you that she's never really gone in your heart.

spunkygirl
03-07-2004, 02:03 AM
Originally posted by BuffySlayer79
hi guys, my mother just passed away at 2:30 EST this morning (3-6) after a long battle with COPD. I am mentally numb right now. I discovered her, she went peacefully in her sleep. But while I know she's in a better place, right now I cannot accept that. I broke down about 4 times in the past 3 hours whenever I'd start thinking about happy times I once had with her.

I don't understand it, I just cannot believe she is dead.

Aww I'm so sorry for your loss. You have my deepest sympathies and condolences :( I lost my mother to hepatitis when I was 4, and I can just barely remember her, so it's good that you can remember the good times with her :)

Dean Winchester
03-07-2004, 02:10 AM
Originally posted by Topanga
Aww I'm so sorry for your loss. You have my deepest sympathies and condolences :( I lost my mother to hepatitis when I was 4, and I can just barely remember her, so it's good that you can remember the good times with her :)

oh man, I'm really sorry to hear that. As much as I hate losing my mom at 24, I cannot imagine how it would've felt at 4 years old. I know it may have been a long time ago, but that doesn't make it any easier for you :(

MonarC
03-07-2004, 05:47 PM
I lost my step brother yesterday to Cancer. :(
We were not very close I only was
around him a few times but it's still sad.

G-Force Glockstar
03-07-2004, 05:57 PM
Sorry about that! I couldn't stand losing my Mom! I feel really bad for you!
I hope you feel better, and best wishes!

Brian
03-07-2004, 08:02 PM
I am really sorry to hear about your loss. I really don't know what I would do without my mother or my father. There have been times where I have worried myself to tears about it. Please accept my condolences. :(

KJH278
03-07-2004, 08:17 PM
Sorry about your Mom, May God Bless her.

Cactus Jack
03-07-2004, 08:21 PM
Im sorry :(

EricIdlefan
03-07-2004, 09:31 PM
Originally posted by FullHouseFan8795
Sorry about that! I couldn't stand losing my Mom! I feel really bad for you!
I hope you feel better, and best wishes!

I had a friend as school who lost her mom to cancer after she was born and her dad raised her on his own!! It was very, very, hard because when one parent dies, one parent has to not only become the dad but also the mom at the same time!!:(

Dean Winchester
03-07-2004, 10:02 PM
today I had to deal with my brother and I very nearly killed him.

I have a much older brother who lives out of state who used to cuss my mom out all the time when she was in heathier times, and he has never really seemed to love her. I give lots of people the benefit of the doubt, but my brother is the only person I can honestly say I see nothing redeeming in. He is nothing but hateful to everybody. He is 19 years my senior, so he's always been an adult, but I remember being a 3 year old and watching him cussing my mother out, but at that age I wasn't quite able to beat him up. And he also was abusive to my older sister and even my dad feels that he is in the wrong.

This morning when he got in, I merely told him what happened, and he started making a comment about my belt all snidely, and I merely told him that right now is NOT the time for any of his rude comments. He blew up and really started being the ass that he is normally, so I really blew up on him and I called my sister and told here I was going to go to her place and stay there until the wake because I really could not be in the same place.

If I was to die tomorrow, his wife and two children are welcome at my funeral, but he's not. The last thing I need right now is someone who came from the same mother I came from being a jerk and uncaring about it. Those of you who have siblings that while you may disagree with them on stuff, but deep down you still love each other, consider yourself lucky. My brother is the more heartless selfish arrogant ***** that I've ever had to meet. How can something so vile come from someone who was nothing short of precious?

TheHappyBurgerMeister
03-07-2004, 10:14 PM
I'm so sorry to hear about your mother. I won't say "I know how you feel" because I don't. But you have my sympathy. I'm sure your mom is in a good place now, though.:bighug:

Blair85
03-08-2004, 12:01 AM
I am so sorry. :( Bless your heart for taking care of your mom. She is in a better place now. If you need someone to talk to, you're welcome to talk to me.

Take care-
Emily

EricIdlefan
03-08-2004, 05:27 PM
We are all here for you and talk to us or pm us if you need someone and/or all of us to lean on!!:( :(

JoJoJoJoJoJoJoJoJo
03-08-2004, 07:31 PM
I know exactly what you are going through, I am 19 years old and have already lost both of my parents. It's hard, I know. I will be thinking about you, if you ever need to talk my email is AmandaGibson78@hotmail.com

jennymae
03-08-2004, 10:57 PM
Im so sorry , i know how you feel . my mom was killed in Oct 2003 and its very hard to except I still dont belive shes gone my dad passed away in 1999.

Hollow
03-08-2004, 11:16 PM
I'm really sorry.. my mom passed away about a year and a half ago. i got over it in a few days but my life has been going way downhill since.

Dean Winchester
03-09-2004, 12:58 AM
Safety Pin, JoJoJoJoJo, Jenny Mae, Topanga and Janice, I am also very sorry for your losses. Losing a parent has to be the most surreal thing I've ever had to go through. I know that all our moms are in a better place where there is no pain or sorrow, but it still doesn't really seem like a consolation because at time you really want your mom to be here so you can hug them.

I was very very close to my mom, my dad and sister (my brother frankly doesn't care, and IMO, is not a member of MY family) both say that I was her special light, so the fact that my mother and I were so close is making it extremely hard on me right now. I don't think a day went by where I didn't tell her I love her and give her a kiss goodnight. My mom had me as a late in life child, she was 43 and her other set of kids were already 16, 18 and 19 (my brother who came in between my oldest brother and sister lost his life to cancer in 97), so I think things were a lot different and her and dad were both a lot older, wiser and more settled when I was in my growing up. Plus, my siblings were all so much older that they all were about out of the house by the time I was 4-5, so I was all alone with them, and I was so spoiled. And we went on vacations together and everything. It hurts me so much knowing that I am never going to go to Florida again and swim with my mother in the ocean, or that we are never going to do to Disney World as a family again, etc... Most of this stuff are things that happened when I was a child, but I hate facing the fact that I will never be able to humanly be near her wisdom and love

Right now I feel so afraid of ever getting close to somebody again because I see the heartache from how close my mom and I really were. I loved her so damn much and nobody will ever be able to fill her void. She was such a wonderful, special, precious, lovely lady who radiated nothing less than warmth and compassion for everybody, if she's not in Heaven, I don't know how anybody could.

EricIdlefan
03-09-2004, 01:33 AM
Originally posted by BuffySlayer79
Safety Pin, JoJoJoJoJo, Jenny Mae, Topanga and Janice, I am also very sorry for your losses. Losing a parent has to be the most surreal thing I've ever had to go through. I know that all our moms are in a better place where there is no pain or sorrow, but it still doesn't really seem like a consolation because at time you really want your mom to be here so you can hug them.

I was very very close to my mom, my dad and sister (my brother frankly doesn't care, and IMO, is not a member of MY family) both say that I was her special light, so the fact that my mother and I were so close is making it extremely hard on me right now. I don't think a day went by where I didn't tell her I love her and give her a kiss goodnight. My mom had me as a late in life child, she was 43 and her other set of kids were already 16, 18 and 19 (my brother who came in between my oldest brother and sister lost his life to cancer in 97), so I think things were a lot different and her and dad were both a lot older, wiser and more settled when I was in my growing up. Plus, my siblings were all so much older that they all were about out of the house by the time I was 4-5, so I was all alone with them, and I was so spoiled. And we went on vacations together and everything. It hurts me so much knowing that I am never going to go to Florida again and swim with my mother in the ocean, or that we are never going to do to Disney World as a family again, etc... Most of this stuff are things that happened when I was a child, but I hate facing the fact that I will never be able to humanly be near her wisdom and love

Right now I feel so afraid of ever getting close to somebody again because I see the heartache from how close my mom and I really were. I loved her so damn much and nobody will ever be able to fill her void. She was such a wonderful, special, precious, lovely lady who radiated nothing less than warmth and compassion for everybody, if she's not in Heaven, I don't know how anybody could.

I bet you miss her but she will live in your heart and in spirit forever!! No matter how old you are and live to be!! She is always in your heart forever and forever and nobody can and never will take that away from you!!:( :( :angel: :angel:

jennymae
03-09-2004, 09:24 AM
the hardest part for me is the man that done this is free . i look at her pictures or hear a sad song and i cry like a baby . i have some home videos mom and dad were in it hurts to see them but there is some comfort there.anymore i cant sleep i think about her all the time. at least we will have them in our hearts and the memories, there always with you no matter what.

Pitooey
03-09-2004, 09:48 AM
Buffy my father also died and he always had to have his oxygen. What I remember are the good times I had with him. He was the best father a kid could have.

I remember looking at him sometimes and I knew he was suffering. When he passed away I was heartbroken but, in a way I felt that he was free from the pain. I still go to the cemetery and lay flowers on his grave. I talk to him there. And I know he's listening to me......

One day when my time comes he will be waiting for me on the other side.

To the others who've lost their mothers and close friends and relatives you also have my sympathies. :bighug:

Pitooey
03-09-2004, 09:50 AM
Buffy as far as your brother is concerned....

You can't change a person's spots. Just avoid him if you can. Some people are just mentally ill.

Nanny Fine
03-09-2004, 10:00 AM
I'm sorry about your loss Buffy :(

I just read the post above, how close you were, and it brought tears to my eyes.

I dont have that kind of relationship with either one of my parents, no where even near that, and it makes my heart sink. Take comfort in knowing how special your relationship with your mother was.

Dean Winchester
03-09-2004, 02:41 PM
Originally posted by jennymae
the hardest part for me is the man that done this is free.

that is horrible. Was it a car crash? One of my close friends lost her husband in an automobile accident last September (she has started putting the pieces back together, she has met another guy who has been really good to her, which makes me feel good that she has quickly been able to be able to start looking again), but I think for her sake, I am happy that the other guy at fault died about a week later. Not "happy" happy, but the guy who killed her husband (at only 28 years old) had been arrested 3 other times for DUI's and he still kept driving. I think his death probably made it easier for my friend so she didn't have to keep reliving the night day-in and day-out for what could be weeks at a trial.

The only solace to have is knowing that what comes around goes around, the man who killed your mother will gets his, be it on earth or in the afterlife. He will have to answer for it

Dean Winchester
03-09-2004, 02:49 PM
Originally posted by Pitooey
Buffy my father also died and he always had to have his oxygen. What I remember are the good times I had with him. He was the best father a kid could have.

I remember looking at him sometimes and I knew he was suffering. When he passed away I was heartbroken but, in a way I felt that he was free from the pain. I still go to the cemetery and lay flowers on his grave. I talk to him there. And I know he's listening to me......

One day when my time comes he will be waiting for me on the other side.

To the others who've lost their mothers and close friends and relatives you also have my sympathies. :bighug:

thank you, it sounds very similar to my mom. She was dependent on oxygen for the last 2 1/2 years. I knew she was so miserable at the end. When I first found her body, I was actually happy for her sake, and then it started creeping in that I was never going to have her in human form again. What did he have? Her problems stemmed from smoking, so I know to NEVER pick up a cig for my life. I knew it killed before, but now it's finally hit home so I know it's a death sentence if I try

It makes me feel good (well, not "happy", but it does make it just a little bit easier) knowing that I am not alone in this loss. Other people have experienced the same things. It feels so unfair, but I know it's a fact of life that we must all experience. Considering my parents buried a child 7 years ago, I do realize it is better for me to bury them than them burying us. But it still doesn't make it easier

jennymae
03-09-2004, 03:10 PM
my mother's boyfriend killed her. there still investigation the case ,someone told me that the cop on the case his wife was the man's cousion, maby thats why nothing has been done to him. i will hire a pi and make sure because if she is his cousion then he dont need to work the case.

EricIdlefan
03-09-2004, 03:21 PM
Originally posted by jennymae
my mother's boyfriend killed her. there still investigation the case ,someone told me that the cop on the case his wife was the man's cousion, maby thats why nothing has been done to him. i will hire a pi and make sure because if she is his cousion then he dont need to work the case.

Why hasn't there been any charges against the man because he killed your mother he should pay the penalty!! Well, good luck and God bless you!!

phoebe7165
03-09-2004, 04:05 PM
Buffy, I've been gone for a few weeks and just read your post. Accept my belated condolences on the death of your mother.:(

Hollow
03-09-2004, 04:41 PM
Originally posted by BuffySlayer79
Safety Pin, JoJoJoJoJo, Jenny Mae, Topanga and Janice, I am also very sorry for your losses. Losing a parent has to be the most surreal thing I've ever had to go through. I know that all our moms are in a better place where there is no pain or sorrow, but it still doesn't really seem like a consolation because at time you really want your mom to be here so you can hug them.

I was very very close to my mom, my dad and sister (my brother frankly doesn't care, and IMO, is not a member of MY family) both say that I was her special light, so the fact that my mother and I were so close is making it extremely hard on me right now. I don't think a day went by where I didn't tell her I love her and give her a kiss goodnight. My mom had me as a late in life child, she was 43 and her other set of kids were already 16, 18 and 19 (my brother who came in between my oldest brother and sister lost his life to cancer in 97), so I think things were a lot different and her and dad were both a lot older, wiser and more settled when I was in my growing up. Plus, my siblings were all so much older that they all were about out of the house by the time I was 4-5, so I was all alone with them, and I was so spoiled. And we went on vacations together and everything. It hurts me so much knowing that I am never going to go to Florida again and swim with my mother in the ocean, or that we are never going to do to Disney World as a family again, etc... Most of this stuff are things that happened when I was a child, but I hate facing the fact that I will never be able to humanly be near her wisdom and love

Right now I feel so afraid of ever getting close to somebody again because I see the heartache from how close my mom and I really were. I loved her so damn much and nobody will ever be able to fill her void. She was such a wonderful, special, precious, lovely lady who radiated nothing less than warmth and compassion for everybody, if she's not in Heaven, I don't know how anybody could.
I'm also scared to get close to people. I've been especially drawn to my mom ever since i was born. I always wondered how it would feel to lose her, and sometimes i cried myself to sleep thinking that i wouldnt always have her. When she was diagnosed with cancer, she told me and my brother that jesus told her she wouldn't die, and i believed her because she seemed very well, and she died 2 months later. the night i found out i cried for about 4 hours and it felt so weird knowing i was one of the unfortunate people to lose a parent at such an early age. i actually got over it in less than a week and i didnt cry at the funeral, but not a day has ever gone by that i haven't thought about her.

jennymae
03-09-2004, 05:32 PM
well they say there checking it out and when he found out they were looking at him he ran to the nursing home to get out of it . i know he done it it was her and him , he let her lay there in the floor unconcisson for 20 some hours i dont live in the same city as she did. someone told me that the cop that was on the case his wife was kin to the man who done this.. why wouldnt he call for help if he didnt do anything wrong, the way she was found was like someone placed her there , she was in icu for 4 days we were told she would never come out of it , she would just be a veg on life support i couldnt see her like that we decided to let her go after we took her off she was with us 2 hours i stayed there with her every night and hoped for the best but it never happened .

EricIdlefan
03-09-2004, 05:35 PM
Bet that had to be very, very, difficult and painful to put the poor woman off the oxygen thing and just end her life!! It isn't the first time that has ever happened and won't be I can assure all of you people the last time!! That cop just got off with a slap on the wrist!!:mad: :mad:

jennymae
03-09-2004, 05:56 PM
a cop didnt do it , his wife is kin to the man that did do it ...

Pitooey
03-09-2004, 06:33 PM
Originally posted by BuffySlayer79
What did he have? Her problems stemmed from smoking, so I know to NEVER pick up a cig for my life. Buffy my father was a smoker too. He stopped smoking in his 40's. Then for many years he just had asthma. Along the way his asthma got bad. He spent alot of money on that little pink thingamabob that asthmatics use to breathe in. Then he started on the oxygen. He would have those breathing fits. Then there was a time that my father could not go outside anymore. (He would get scared that he would need air outside) so he became confined to the house. He started with this small machine. Then the bigger machine than the tanks rolled in the house. We had to put the "Oxygen in use" sign outside the door.

Towards the end the doctor spoke to me and told me my father was doing "Very bad" but, my father held on for a month and a half. In a way i'm glad the doctor told me that my father was "Very bad' because in a way I was prepared for it.

:bighug:

EricIdlefan
03-10-2004, 07:27 PM
Originally posted by jennymae
a cop didnt do it , his wife is kin to the man that did do it ...

Sorry didn't mean to misunderstood but still very henious!!

Ewan's My Man
03-10-2004, 07:46 PM
Originally posted by Brian
I am really sorry to hear about your loss. I really don't know what I would do without my mother or my father. There have been times where I have worried myself to tears about it. Please accept my condolences. :(

i've done the same thing...i pray every day that my parents will live long...i can't imagine life without them...

as i've said before and i'll say it again, i'm thinking of you...

i'm sending you my prayers