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As you may know, this past Saturday my brother passed after a battle with cancer. The previous day I had posted for Celebrate the Small Things that he was still alive. He had been moved to hospice after most of the week in the ICU. I knew at any point, he could slip away, so each day he was still here was well worth celebrating. The chance of him recovering was nil, but I refused to let go of hope until the end.
It was a tricky balance: preparing for the worst while remaining hopeful. I'm still a little numb and last night I was really cursing my IC because I wanted some Rumchada. I think what hurts the worst is the idea that my parents now have to bury their child. It's supposed to be the other way around. Honestly, I don't have much of a point here. It just felt too soon to be blogging like normal. I have to get back into the swing of things, but I also have to process and feel. Talking about it is part of that. Thanks for listening. <3
11 Comments
1/22/2018 08:36:40 am
Take all the time you need. Continued prayers for you and your family.
C. Lee McKenzie
1/22/2018 10:03:00 am
Oh, Patricia. I'm so sorry to read about your brother. How sad for you and your family. Thinking of you and understanding. These times are when we need to have those we love close, but I hope it helps to also know others are touched by your loss. 1/23/2018 02:26:11 am
Lots of hugs. Take your time. As a wise person said to my brother and I after a bereavement - look after your physical health, look after your mental health, and look after the paperwork. Everything else can wait.
Diane Burton
1/23/2018 07:10:56 am
I am so sorry for your loss, Patricia. Although it probably doesn't feel like it now, remembering the good times will help ease the grief. Sending hugs and sympathy. 1/23/2018 10:15:58 am
I am so sorry for your loss. Wishing you and your family well during this difficult time. 1/26/2018 09:44:30 am
I can't imagine what it must be like to lose a sibling, even when you know it's coming. My prayers are with you. 1/30/2018 04:49:06 am
That's terrible, my condolences to you and your family. You should take all the time you need. The blog's not going anywhere. Hugs. Leave a Reply. |
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