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Title: O/T: My mother died this week.
Post by: EmeraldRose on July 19, 2007, 07:33:48 AM: I just thought I would let you all know that my beloved mother, who was 92 years old, died of respiratory failure on Tuesday, July 17th. She was very ill with a really bad case of pneumonia and had the use of only 25% of her lungs, due to fluid build-up around the lungs. After getting the fluid drained a couple of times, it was determined to be a futile exercise, so we decided to make her comfortable at the end without more poking, prodding, and tubes that would cause more pain and suffering. Essentially, her body was shutting down. She also had septic shock, low blood pressure, high blood sugar levels, renal failure, and her lung cancer may have returned after a 2-1/2 year absence. She had been complaining to me about periodic bouts of shortness of breath and a "noise in her chest" (she was deaf) for about 2 or 3 weeks before she went into the hospital. She had been in the hospital (mostly in ICU) for 11 days.

She was a very sweet and special woman who was liked and loved by many. She had a smile that would light up the room. She was a happy and positive woman with lots of love to give who always looked at the bright side of things. My mother and I had lots of fun playing cards and dominoes once or twice a week. She used to win numerous times when she played bingo and pokeno at the nursing home where she lived, to the chagrin of the other people who lived there. I love her and miss her very much.

----- Sally -----
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Post by: Sunny_Collins on July 19, 2007, 07:40:19 AM: I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother, EmeraldRose.

It's so difficult to lose someone close to you, especially your own mother.

Please, know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

As long as you remember the wonderful times you spent with her, and the things that made her so special, a part of her will live on.

With deepest sympathy:

Sunny_Collins
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Post by: Josette on July 19, 2007, 07:45:40 AM: EmeraldRose, I'm so sorry to learn of this. My deepest sympathy. The cessation of the "poking and prodding" I'm sure was a good thing, but it must be hard for you.
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Post by: retzev on July 19, 2007, 11:57:57 AM: 92! That's quite an accomplishment!

My prayers are with you and your family -
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Post by: Annie on July 19, 2007, 12:28:17 PM: Dear Sally so sorry to hear about your Mom . Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers,
that God will heal you during this difficult time. Love Anne :-*
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Post by: Teresa on July 19, 2007, 01:11:42 PM: Your mother sounds like she was a lovely woman. My sympathies to you and your family. It sounds like heaven truly has another angel.
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Post by: adamsgirl on July 19, 2007, 01:53:51 PM: Dearest Sally: Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Love, Diane
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Post by: Gerard on July 19, 2007, 02:01:18 PM: I am so sorry, Emerald! You must miss her greatly. I know what you went through because my dad died of some of the simular conditions. You're in my deep thoughts!

Gerard
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Post by: Julianka7 on July 19, 2007, 02:38:25 PM: Dear ER,
I am very sorry for your loss. Take comfort in the memories and take
good care of yourself. Hugs, Julianka
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Post by: barnabasjr on July 19, 2007, 03:01:59 PM: Dear Sally,

I'm so sorry for your loss. You're in my prayers. How fortunate you are to have had such a loving relationship with your mother for so long!

John
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Post by: IluvBarnabas on July 19, 2007, 03:49:35 PM: Sally, I am sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. It's never easy to lose someone who was such an important part of your life for so long. You have my deepest condolences.

I shall pray for you and your mother.
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Post by: Midnite on July 19, 2007, 03:55:37 PM: Sally,

I'm so sorry for your loss. God bless.
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Post by: Mysterious Benefactor on July 19, 2007, 04:09:51 PM: I'm so sorry to hear about your mom's passing, Sally. You have my sincerest condolences.
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Post by: Nancy on July 19, 2007, 04:15:31 PM: Sally, please accept my sympathy.

Sounds like you have a hard act to follow!

nancy
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Post by: Brandon Collins on July 19, 2007, 04:59:45 PM: Sally,

I too know what it's like having lost my father nearly two years ago, very suddenly. I hope that you gain strength in knowing that your mother is in a better place, with no suffering.

Brandon
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Post by: loril54 on July 19, 2007, 05:57:24 PM: Dear ER,

I hope all of us can provide comfort to you. Being 92, she sure had a very long life. I know my mother Died at 83, she signed her own hospice paper. Went about 12 hours later. Dad at 62 many years ago.

She is in a better place with out pain. She is alive in your memories, and she will be there to comfort you.

You and your family are in my thoughts, Take Care Lori
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Post by: Gothick on July 19, 2007, 06:24:08 PM: My condolences to you and your family at this time of bereavement. May your memories of her in happier times bring you comfort and consolation.

Best wishes

Steve
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Post by: Elmont on July 19, 2007, 11:53:58 PM: Dear Sally, I so sorry to hear of your loss. Your in my thoughts, Elmont.
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Post by: arashi on July 20, 2007, 12:27:18 AM: I'm terribly sorry to hear of your loss Emerald, please know you have my sincerest condolences.
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Post by: Lydia on July 20, 2007, 01:33:42 AM: Sally, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss - but glad that your mother had such a good long life.
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Post by: rainingwolf on July 20, 2007, 03:06:37 AM: Sally, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
ginger (rainingwolf)
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Post by: michael c on July 20, 2007, 03:38:09 AM: my deepest sympathy sally.

not that this matters under the circumstances but i always really enjoy reading your comments here. be well.
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Post by: Raineypark on July 20, 2007, 06:13:00 PM: My condolences on the loss of your mother, Sally. Is there any greater blessing than a long life, well lived? And as long as her loved ones remember her, she's never really gone at all......

rainey
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Post by: PennyDreadful on July 20, 2007, 09:11:28 PM: Sally, I am very sorry to hear about your loss. My condolences to you and your family.

- Danielle
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Post by: jimbo on July 20, 2007, 10:10:11 PM: Sally I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family and friends.
James
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Post by: LdyAnne on July 21, 2007, 03:42:11 AM: So sorry for your loss

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LdyAnne :'(
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Post by: Cassandra Blair on July 21, 2007, 04:28:57 AM: Emerald Rose -

Please accept my sincere sympathy for your loss. How lucky you and your mom were to have had the close relationship you described. May you find comfort in your sweetest memories of her.

Love,

Alix (Cassandra Blair)
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Post by: EmeraldRose on July 22, 2007, 01:07:12 AM: Thank you all for your kind words of sympathy and support. It really helps to know that there are so many people here who care about me and appreciate my posts. I was touched by some of the comments.

----- Sally -----
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Post by: jennifer on July 22, 2007, 11:57:30 PM: so sorry to hear of your loss Sally i lost my father 2 years ago
at 76. i miss him but cherish all the memories they do live on
in our hearts.
peace :)
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Post by: Miranda on July 23, 2007, 03:57:14 AM: Sally, my deepest condolences on the loss of your mother. One never completely gets over the loss of a parent, but I hope you get some comfort over the wonderful times you had with her..