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My grandmother passed away last night. I'm ok with it; I got to say goodbye and spend some time with her. Mostly I'm relieved that she seemed to be at peace with it, and that she was comfortable during her last couple weeks of life.
This probably makes me sound like a terrible person, but I asked my mom if we could hold off on the funeral until Tuesday. There are just some things I need to do at home that I really can't put off. Mom was fine with that because she's got a lot to take care of, too. Not so much with the funeral arrangements, Grandma had that all planned out and paid for - we just need to schedule it, but with the apartment. I'll probably fly out Monday evening and drive back up with Mom over the following weekend. I haven't decided whether or not to take Mer. She wants to go, but she's missed an awful lot of school this quarter already and we'll be going to Jessica's wedding in a few weeks.
That's about it for now.
This probably makes me sound like a terrible person, but I asked my mom if we could hold off on the funeral until Tuesday. There are just some things I need to do at home that I really can't put off. Mom was fine with that because she's got a lot to take care of, too. Not so much with the funeral arrangements, Grandma had that all planned out and paid for - we just need to schedule it, but with the apartment. I'll probably fly out Monday evening and drive back up with Mom over the following weekend. I haven't decided whether or not to take Mer. She wants to go, but she's missed an awful lot of school this quarter already and we'll be going to Jessica's wedding in a few weeks.
That's about it for now.
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*hugs*
I know that it is still something hard to deal with. I had my chance to say goodbye to my grandmother but it still hit me once she was honestly gone. I just always thought that I could say one more goodbye before she left even though I already stated it.
Poor Mer. Was she close?
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I'm sorry I missed you last night, I was trying desperately to get my brother to play videogames with me because I couldn't sit here, my leg popped out of the socket again and the chair was not fun to sit in. :(
I'll be around tonight if maybe you need someone to talk to. I have work but after, I don't think I'm doing anything (it's Lauren's birthday, not that I'll be invited to do anything *sigh*)
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*clingy huggles* I am very glad that you got to be with her, too, hon. Her comfort and having you there was such a blessing. Bless her!
Aaaaww, I hate that for Mer. I know you have to do what you have to do, though, hon.
Naaawww! That's not terrible, hon. Granny is already home! I really don't think she will mind. :)
Love you, Katie!
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I'm so glad you got to be with her, and that she knew she was there. She's with God now, and she's all right.
*hug again*
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You said it all right there and it's perfect. You gave her the gift of self. I don't think there is any better gift. Now, you and your Mom need some time to organize some of your own life's details before the funeral. Take that time freely so you can be at ease when you come together again for her funeral.
Give yourself the same gift...peace and comfort as these are what she would want for you too.
God Bless and know you are in our prayers.
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What a wonderful way to get to say goodbye to your grandmother! Most of us, myself included, don't have that chance. I'm certainally glad you did!
This probably makes me sound like a terrible person, but I asked my mom if we could hold off on the funeral until Tuesday.
The funeral is really for you and your family, and if Tuesday's better, then let it happen Tuesday. Your grandmother is happy and not in pain now, so she's going to be more worried about you and your mom.
I haven't decided whether or not to take Mer. She wants to go, but she's missed an awful lot of school this quarter already and we'll be going to Jessica's wedding in a few weeks.
This is a tough one. I would stop to consider these questions: How close was she with her grandmother? and How would you feel if you hadn't had a chance to say goodbye or go to the funeral? School is important, I agree, but missing this could really be bad for her in the long run. I know that the situation was hard, and I'll send you good thoughts to get through the funeral and make all the choices you have to make.
*hugs*
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