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October 14th, 2018 at 10:05 am

My mother was removed from the ventilator at 1:20 PM Friday afternoon. We were shocked she didn't pass within minutes. My oldest son (youngest had to get back on road for rest of trip before heading to Germany), daughter and I stayed the night. My oldest son finally went home with his family early afternoon yesterday. The kids needed to get back to some normalcy.

My dad left at six. He was exhausted. He said to call when we saw the vital signs deteriorate more. He lives within 5 minutes of the hospital. My daughter had went to my car to get something, and the monitor went haywire. I texted her to get right back and called my dad. He did not make it in time, but she did. We held my mom's hands as she took her last breaths. She died exactly one month before her 70th birthday.

It was a brutal last few days, and I am so very tired. I did sleep last night out of exhaustion. My daughter is going home tomorrow. I will spend the day with her and my dad. I will take one more day off school and go home tomorrow after taking her to the airport.

My dad is sad but doing fine overall. My mom has had health problems for a few years now. I honestly think he is relieved.

We had a family brunch yesterday while my daughter and my cousin were in town in honor of my mom. She didn't want a funeral service.

My grandma is having major behavior issues lately so we have decided not to tell her for now. It's tough thinking of keeping this from her. However, we don't want to move her again if she becomes too out of control for this facility.

Anyhow, I wanted to post an update. I appreciate all the nice comments and your support on the last post.

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18 Responses to “Mom is Gone”

  1. Wink Says:
    October 14th, 2018 at 10:37 am 1539513448
    1539513448

    I am so very sorry for your loss. Sending you comfort and peace during such a difficult time.

  2. creditcardfree Says:
    October 14th, 2018 at 12:55 pm 1539521740
    1539521740

    My condolences for your loss, Laura. May the good memories sustain you in your grief.

  3. MonkeyMama Says:
    October 14th, 2018 at 02:41 pm 1539528077
    1539528077

    I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Hang in there.

  4. Smallsteps Says:
    October 14th, 2018 at 04:04 pm 1539533093
    1539533093

    I am sorry for your loss it is always difficult even when the person had health problems.

  5. Kelly Campbell Says:
    October 14th, 2018 at 05:35 pm 1539538525
    1539538525



    I am sorry to hear that your mother has passed.

  6. rob62521 Says:
    October 14th, 2018 at 09:19 pm 1539551948
    1539551948

    Although not totally unexpected, it is still a shock. My heart goes out to you and yours for your loss.

  7. starfishy Says:
    October 14th, 2018 at 10:34 pm 1539556462
    1539556462

    so, so sorry for the loss of your mom - losing a parent is really difficult on so many levels. thinking of you.

  8. snafu Says:
    October 15th, 2018 at 02:05 am 1539569110
    1539569110

    Condolences, sending prayers for strength and peace

  9. ceejay74 Says:
    October 15th, 2018 at 04:17 am 1539577040
    1539577040

    So sorry for your loss. This sounds unbelievably tough for your family. Glad to hear everyone seems to be coping as well as could be hoped for.

  10. mumof2 Says:
    October 15th, 2018 at 04:56 am 1539579393
    1539579393

    Sorry for your loss, but know she has lived a full life..sending thoughts and prayers to your family during this time

  11. CB in the City Says:
    October 15th, 2018 at 01:12 pm 1539609134
    1539609134

    I am so sorry, Laura.

  12. LuckyRobin Says:
    October 15th, 2018 at 09:11 pm 1539637875
    1539637875

    I'm sorry, Laura. I've lost my dad, but I don't even want to think about losing my mother. (((HUGS))) I think TV does a disservice sometimes, making us think that people will just quickly die once taken off a respirator. Unless they are paralyzed it often takes several hours of waiting. Hang in there. Surround yourself with the people that love you. Seek support when you need it. And go on.

  13. frugaltexan75 Says:
    October 16th, 2018 at 01:51 am 1539654702
    1539654702

    I am so sorry for your loss. {{hugs}}

  14. Thrifty Ray Says:
    October 16th, 2018 at 09:18 pm 1539724695
    1539724695

    I am so sorry for your loss. I remember well the exhaustion you described when I lost each of my parents. Hugs during this difficult time.

  15. Out of the Dark Says:
    October 16th, 2018 at 11:31 pm 1539732709
    1539732709

    My condolences. I'll pray for the repose of her soul.

  16. PatientSaver Says:
    October 17th, 2018 at 11:15 pm 1539818103
    1539818103

    I'm so sorry.

  17. livingalmostlarge Says:
    October 24th, 2018 at 05:43 pm 1540402987
    1540402987

    I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers for your family.

  18. VS_ozgirl Says:
    October 25th, 2018 at 06:46 am 1540449981
    1540449981

    So sorry for your loss, sending you my condolences

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