Good afternoon fellow warriors

mommyandme (m&m)

Hi. Wow… Mom passed last night. 

I’m still reeling of course…but overall, I’m so completely thankful for the time that we’ve had bonded together these last years and this last week.  Words can’t express my gratitude to her. She actually took very good care of me, I’m in awe. I know Ill be ok even when Ive thought “how can I be”, because of her… her strength, bravery and love… and patience, I might add.  

The chain of events that bring me here today are overwhelming to think of. So instead i’m just trying to sit quietly, alone in her house, feeling so grateful for the opportunity to have traveled this journey. 

Im so thankful for every word you all shared with me. I’m so glad I reached out! I wasn’t and am still not alone. Nor are any of you.  I wish I could talk to each of you personally. I think I sound pretty corny but I am genuinely overflowing with lovely deep thoughts. 

I tested negative today so in the midst of the loss of my beautiful mom I can finally go hug on my two week old baby grandson and my other grandkids. I absolutely can’t wait to add that love to my current “joy”.  Mom was the sweetest, loving grandma to her grandkids and I plan to carry on her legacy.  *more cornball alerts*

Thank you from the bottom of my cornball heart!!! 

Quilting brings calm

I’m sorry for your loss.  You’ve had a rough several weeks. Rest, relax, go love on that grandbaby!

Ed1937

M&m, I'm so sorry. It will be rough for some time, but you'll come out of it a stronger person than when this started. May God give you strength in the coming days. You have been a true warrior.

Congrats on the new grandson. I'm sure he'll feel the love the moment you pick him up. 

ladyzetta

M&M  

You have been so strong through all of this. Your mother is very proud of you. You took very good care of your mother she will always be with you. Rest and relax the best you can, be strong were all here for you. Hugs Zetta 

sunnydove

This post makes me feel so incredibly sad and so incredibly happy at the same time. I'm sad for your loss and it obviously hits close and personal. But reading your words and feeling the positive you've taken from it and knowing you are able to love on your family again just in time for Christmas warms my heart. And I'm happy for your mom that not only is she finally free of this disease, she was cared for so sweetly and lovingly by you until the very end. What a gift. Sending you love.

SusanB-dil

m&m - you take some time for you, now, too.  ((hugs))

Sorry for the loss of your precious mom. You've been one of the blessings in this forum. Do check up with your wisdom now and then.

Glad you are c-negative again. Just in time to hug on the grandkids for Christmas. Feel free to carry on that loving, caring, cornball legacy! They'll love you for it, too!

LicketyGlitz

I read this and had my own corny thoughts, the circle of life is all around you, the beginning and the end. That is amazing. May it be one of your strength as you move through your lovely deep thoughts on this journey.

You done good, m&m, and your mom is the most proud of you.

toolbeltexpert

M&m sorry for your loss, and you have been an extraordinary caregiver in such tough circumstances. Glad you can love on the little ones. My prayers continue for you as you move forward. We all love you.

Stewart

Joydean

M&M, your Mom left you her strength, her courage and most of all her love. Your Mom was blessed to have you with her during this difficult time, and you are blessed to call her your Mom. What a legacy for your grandchildren! God bless you and your family. I know you will enjoy that new grandchild and all your grandchildren! Who doesn’t appreciate cornball! Thank you for sharing all your wisdom with us. Take care of yourself now!

M1

The old life passes, the new life springs forth. Nothing corny about that m&m. We are humbled by it and reverent. Peace to you.

Iris L.

Please accept my condolences in the loss of your dear Mom.  

A new grandbaby, what a blessing! 

Iris

BassetHoundAnn

Oh, M&M, I'm so sorry! My condolences on the loss of your wonderful mother. 

I've been following your messages and crying along. My mother is near the end in the final lap of Stage 7. We both weathered a respiratory virus last week, similar to you and your mom, and we braced for losing her. But somehow she endured. But she's bad, real bad. Cue the cornball music, reading your messages has made me stronger in the battle with this horrible illness. Thank you for sharing so much of your beautiful fighting spirit and your beautiful mother. Your mom would be proud of how well you cared for her. 

Hugs!

And give a special hug to that wonderful new grandchild! Wow! 

GothicGremlin

m&m - I'm so sorry to hear about your mom.  You've had such a rough time recently, and always making sure to take good care of your mom. As others have said, she's proud of you. Make sure to give yourself some space in the upcoming weeks.

I'm glad you've tested negative - just in time to enjoy your newest grandson and your other grandchildren!  That really is a gift.

Nothing corny at all about your post, I think your thoughts are quite wonderful.

​fesk

m&m, very sorry for the loss of your mother.

harshedbuzz

I am sorry for your loss. May you take comfort in a job well done.

HB

Mint

Very sorry for your loss of your DM.

CanyonGal

So sorry for your loss. I am not on this forum often but the last week you have become a beacon in this storm of dementia, to let us know we can and shall get through this hard part of the life circle. I know your mom was very thankful to have you there as her caregiver and her loving daughter. Go hug those grandkids. Hugs are very healing.

ninalu

Hi m&m,
I'm struck by your beautiful message in the immediate after-moments of losing your mom.
I'm so sorry for your loss. {{{}}}

As a fellow traveler, I feel grateful to know about the love and care you and your mom gave each other and for the larger circle of family - including joyous grandchildren - around you now. Hoping that peace holds space in your heart.

Olly_Bake

M&M, I am so sorry for your loss. After the quick release from the hospital, my thought was your mom was doing okay. However, I know things can change for any of us at the blink of an eye. I have no doubt you will be able to carry on her legacy. Enjoy those grandchildren!

Jo C.

Dear M & M, I also add condolences on the loss of your beloved mother.   You have been a star in her crown in all that you did as her loving carer and advocate; no one could have done better.

Now you start your journey of love with the newborn grandbaby and other grandchildren bringing the awesome example your mother set by being a wonderful, loving grandmother herself; the love goes on.

In the midst of loss, may you enter gentler and kinder times of joy as you move forward.

J.

CatsWithHandsAreTrouble

M&M so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. What a heartache for sure. Her legacy lives on in you and in each of us who have received help and encouragement from you here on the forums. Thank you for sharing your journey with us and I hope you can find some R&R. Rest and relaxation after this incredibly difficult journey.

abc123

More cornball alerts are highly welcomed!

I am very sorry for the loss of your dear mother. As time goes by I bet more precious memories will come to mind for you to treasure. You did it! You helped her make it to the other side. You are in my heart and in my prayers. Please take good care of yourself 

MN Chickadee

I am sorry for your loss, and also inspired by your post - your grace and ability to find light and meaning in the journey and spread it to others. Take care.