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Family Matters:  Mom passed away this evening.  |
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sunshine
True Blue Farmgirl
4877 Posts
Wendy
Utah
USA
4877 Posts |
 Posted - Apr 13 2007 : 05:47:06 AM
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georgeann I wish you much love and comfort at this time in your life. I am sure it was a blessing to be with her till it was her time to go back to our father in heaven. I know those memories will be treasured forever by you and her. take care sunshine
have a lovely day and may God bless you and keep you safe my blog http://sunshinescreations.blogspot.com
my web stores www.sunshines.etsy.com and http://vintagethreads.etsy.com
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Beemoosie
True Blue Farmgirl
2077 Posts
Bonnie
New York
USA
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Mumof3
True Blue Farmgirl
3890 Posts
Karin
Ellenwood
GA
USA
3890 Posts |
Posted - Apr 13 2007 : 06:00:19 AM
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Georgann- I am so sorry. I'm sure that you, loving and faithful daughter, were such a source of strength and comfort to her. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Karin
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KYgurlsrbest
True Blue Farmgirl
4853 Posts
Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
4853 Posts |
Posted - Apr 13 2007 : 06:12:30 AM
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Thinking of you and your family, Georgann. It's never easy, but you were with her, and no matter how difficult her passing, she knows.
She is in a far better place, now, though I know that you will miss her dearly.
Jonni
"In the spring, at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt." Margaret Atwood
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ktknits
True Blue Farmgirl
582 Posts
Kathy
Northwest Indiana
USA
582 Posts |
Posted - Apr 13 2007 : 06:21:51 AM
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Georgann, I'm sending prayers and hugs to you and your family. You did your best for your mother. You'll still have some difficult days ahead of you, so get some rest. We're all praying and thinking about you and your family.
Kathy
http://ktknits.blogspot.com |
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KellyA
True Blue Farmgirl
237 Posts
Kelly
Johnsonville
NY
USA
237 Posts |
Posted - Apr 13 2007 : 06:41:54 AM
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Oh,my prayers and sympathy are with you at this difficult time! It hurts so much to lose a loved one...
Kelly
When a cookbook is in hand, life is good! |
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Bee Haven Maven
True Blue Farmgirl
1862 Posts
Beverly
Pennsylvania
USA
1862 Posts |
Posted - Apr 13 2007 : 06:51:08 AM
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Georgann, there can be nothing more comforting when passing to the other side than to have those who love you by your side. What a beautiful gift you gave your mother. You will miss her physical presence on this earth, but know that she will always be by your side. Talk to her as though she were still there and I am convinced she will hear. You are in our prayers!
Keep Smiling.....Bev
Bee Haven Acres
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catscharm74
True Blue Farmgirl
4687 Posts
Heather
Texas
USA
4687 Posts |
Posted - Apr 13 2007 : 06:51:21 AM
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| Sending you lots of ((((HUGS))) and prayers for you and your family. |
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mima
True Blue Farmgirl
1573 Posts
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Posted - Apr 13 2007 : 06:55:13 AM
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| Oh GeorgeAnn! Hugs!!!!! I'm so sorry about your loss. You did an amazing loving thing by taking such good care of her! More hugs!!!! |
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Aunt George
True Blue Farmgirl
1476 Posts
Georgann
Midlothian
VA
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Posted - Apr 13 2007 : 07:32:59 AM
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Thank you all so very much. I love each and every one of my farmgirl friends. Thank you again from the bottom of my heart. I have read all of your messages and feel such comfort in each and every word. Blessing to each of you in return for your kindnesses.
Mom's passing yesterday was a miracle in love. She loved life so much and fought so hard to maintain her dignity and independence, and she achieved her life's goal in the final minutes of her life. I never would have believed such a thing could happen if I hadn't been there right with her. She taught each of us something in her final breaths. I learned this had nothing to do with me at all. Often times I get caught up in situations, trying to be the everything to everyone, but her final needs had nothing to do with me, beyond my being an instrument in accomplishing the bigger event. I cared for her physical being, helping to keep her as alert and functioning as possible until the real mission was accomplished. I am honored to have been the caretaker in this event. The miracle happened between my mother and my two younger brothers. They have been at enmity for years which intensified at my father's death a few years ago. Well yesterday morning, very early...4:00am, all of my nursing instincts swore that mom was nearing her time...a mere few hours. So by 6:30 I was calling all of my siblings, one by one and holding the phone to her ear and had told them to please take this private time with her...only Mom would hear their final love messages for her. Each of mom's children and most of the grandchildren were called and were able to tell Grandma/mom there final thoughts and give her their love. We there in the room did the same thing. Around 10:00 am the hospice nurse arrived on her pre-arranged visit and said that Mom had passed on. She had no heartbeat, no pulse, no blood pressure, but she was still breathing. The Hospice nurse said that this would soon stop and to call her when it stopped and she would come back. Well.....it didn't stop. And after about 1 hour, her heart was beating and she had a faint pulse and her color came back, but she was still not responding to pain or touch or voice. We light a candle that was sent to me by one of my farmgirl friends. It was in a lovely holder with Jesus holding a lamb on it. We burned this for the rest of the day. We brushed her hair told funny loving stories, read to mom her favorite Bible passages, Dad's obituary that my brother wrote and a story I wrote about her as a child and her relationship with her grandmother. She breathed on. We couldn't figure this out, because her heart had become so faint and weak again.....but still she breathed on. Then about 6:00pm, my youngest brother called and was talking to my other brother....the two who were on the outs. They had a wonderful conversation, while my brother was sitting next to my mother. I walked into the room and heard how they were talking and laughing and sharing and said, "This is exactly what Mom has been waiting for. Her greatest wish over the past 5 years was for the two of you to be talking again." Right at that moment, Mom's breathing relaxed and she went home. Dear heavens......If I hadn't seen it and been a part of it, I never would have believed it."
Now I've witnessed death so many times over 24 years and been the last voice and last touch to so many people, and I swear, I have never seen anything like this. Mom without a heartbeat, no pressure and no pulse hanging on for hours and hours......for this family miracle to happen.
I also knew deep in my heart, that Mom and I were 100% ok. This had nothing to do with me....I was merely the instrument for this to be able to happen. I am humbled and I am so lucky to have had a mother....all the way to her end.
Blessings,
Georgann
http://auntgeorgeshouse.blogspot.com/index.html
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Edited by - Aunt George on Apr 13 2007 08:06:26 AM |
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Nance in France
True Blue Farmgirl
1438 Posts
Nancy
St. Laurent de la Salanque
France
1438 Posts |
Posted - Apr 13 2007 : 08:07:58 AM
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| God bless you, Georgann, and give you and your family happy memories and a feeling of peace. What a wonderful tribute you gave your mother; just like Nancy Jo said, it makes us feel like we have lost someone also. How heartbreakingly wonderful that wounds were healed and pride cast aside, and that your dear mother witnessed (and caused) it to happen. Take good care, farmgirl friend. Nance |
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vintagechica
True Blue Farmgirl
438 Posts
Eren
Poolville
TX
USA
438 Posts |
Posted - Apr 13 2007 : 08:31:00 AM
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I am thinking of you this morning and wishing you and your family peace.
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A sure way to avoid housework...live outdoors.
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daffodil dreamer
True Blue Farmgirl
805 Posts
Jayne
Hamilton
Victoria
Australia
805 Posts |
Posted - Apr 13 2007 : 08:59:30 AM
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Georgann,
All my love and best wishes go out to you and all your family at this time. Your mum left surrounded by such love, care and devotion-blessed to have such a daughter. I'll be thinking of you.
Peace and blessings,
Jayne
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Edited by - daffodil dreamer on Apr 13 2007 09:00:06 AM |
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Love-in-a-Mist
True Blue Farmgirl
367 Posts
Shannon
Independence
Oregon
USA
367 Posts |
Posted - Apr 13 2007 : 09:14:20 AM
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| Georgeann, what a miracle and beautiful story! Thank you so much for sharing your experience. I'm so sorry for your loss and praying for God to give you strength and surround you with love. |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22944 Posts
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Posted - Apr 13 2007 : 09:51:30 AM
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Georgann-
I am so happy for you that you were able to be there for you mother. I know how much that helps those of us left behind. I was able to do this with my grandfather for several weeks and I wouldn’t trade that experience for the world! I am so happy to hear about your brothers reconciling- especially after so long. Such a bittersweet time.
Hugs and well wishes! I wish I lived closer so I could bring you some meals or something!
Alee
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lamamama
True Blue Farmgirl
255 Posts
Melanie
CA
USA
255 Posts |
Posted - Apr 13 2007 : 09:56:05 AM
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Well, now I'm really crying.... that was an incredibly moving, beautiful passage to read, Georgann. Bless you for sharing it with all of us. And bless you many-fold for being such an angel during your Mother's last days.
I send you my most sincere & deepest sympathy for the loss of your Mother. May you find a measure of peace and comfort in the many treasured memories you hold, & in the love and caring of your family.
Please know that you are in my thoughts & prayers.
Melanie |
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newheart
True Blue Farmgirl
471 Posts
Margie
Owings Mills
Maryland
USA
471 Posts |
Posted - Apr 13 2007 : 10:10:50 AM
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Georgeann, My heart and prayers are with you today and always.....
Newheart,
margie
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junkjunkie
True Blue Farmgirl
1306 Posts
Judy
Lawrenceville
NJ
USA
1306 Posts |
Posted - Apr 13 2007 : 11:00:42 AM
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| Georgann, I am very sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family. |
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owwlady
True Blue Farmgirl
899 Posts
Jan
Tomahawk
WI
USA
899 Posts |
Posted - Apr 13 2007 : 11:21:06 AM
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| Georgann, I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. Your story of your Mom's passing brought tears to my eyes. How wonderful that she could pass on knowing her sons were united. She was at peace. |
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Garden_artist
True Blue Farmgirl
182 Posts
Tammy
Southern Coast Oregon
182 Posts |
Posted - Apr 13 2007 : 11:46:29 AM
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Georgann, life is so beautiful when it begins and your experience has proved how beautiful it can be when it ends. This was the most heart-warming story I've ever been told. Thank you so much for sharing this special time and miracle with all of us.
God Bless you and your family.
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Edited by - Garden_artist on Apr 13 2007 11:47:08 AM |
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blueroses
True Blue Farmgirl
1323 Posts
Debbie
in the Pandhandle of
Idaho
USA
1323 Posts |
Posted - Apr 13 2007 : 11:58:43 AM
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Georgann,
All my love to you. I am so glad that you were there and that your mother's wishes were granted. There are powerful forces in the universe and once she was at peace she could let go. You are such a loving daughter and you and your family are in my thoughts today.
"You cannot find peace...by avoiding life."
Virginia Woolfe |
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bramble
True Blue Farmgirl
2044 Posts
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Posted - Apr 13 2007 : 12:03:08 PM
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Georgeann- My deepest sympathy at the loss of your beloved Mom.
Your time with her was a gift to both of you and you can rest easy tonight knowing your heart was known to her in the way you cared for her. Though difficult to be caregiver , there is a peace that will come to you knowing you did what you felt you needed to, regardless of what others may think or do. I hope that your family wraps you up in love and let's you know how dear you are to them. Peace, rest and most of all love to you and yours. You will be in my prayers.
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lilpunkin
True Blue Farmgirl
368 Posts
Texas
USA
368 Posts |
Posted - Apr 13 2007 : 12:48:48 PM
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Geaorgeann-
I am sorry o hear of the loss of your mother. Thank you for sharing her with us. What an amazing story of love and forgiveness. Your mother even in her death was making sure the family was whole. Such the love of a mother to always be tending.
Many thoughts and prayers to you and your family in this time.
Life isn't measured by how many breaths you take, but by how many moments take your breath away. |
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Sweet Harvest Homestead
True Blue Farmgirl
279 Posts
Lindy
Stanfield
NC
USA
279 Posts |
Posted - Apr 13 2007 : 12:55:27 PM
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Dear Wonderful Georgeann,
I am sorry about your sweet Mama passing. I wept at your story. It was a miracle wasn't it.
Thinking of you and sending loving thoughts your way.
Lindy
www.sweetharvesthomestead.typepad.com |
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JudyBlueEyes
True Blue Farmgirl
657 Posts
Judith
Spokane
Washington
USA
657 Posts |
Posted - Apr 13 2007 : 1:21:36 PM
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Blessings to you and your family, Georgann...FarmGirl Hugs, Judy
The Rooster crows, but the Hen lays the egg. ~ Texas Proverb |
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Family Matters: Mom passed away this evening. |
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Mom passed away this evening.
