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26th June
2008
written by JeanMac

Today was mechanical for me, I’m dwelling on our friend. The situation conjures up all the memories of Mom’s and Dad’s illnesses and passing – although the disease is different from their’s.

I know she is being kept comfortable, but I wonder how the “kids” and grandkids are holding up, how he’s doing going home to an empty house. Yesterday as we hugged goodbye, he burst out laughing, “I need a loaf of bread, where is the bread in here?” We laughed together and I pointed him in the direction of the bakery – she did all that.

Wayne did forget about 2 hours after I told him which is good – but I would love to reminisce about our good times and can’t. I wrote some memories down and that helped. I slipped today and wondered out loud if he’ll stay at the same home – then covered it up Ok.

Saw our good Doc today and explained that I had told Wayne – did I do the right thing? He said there is no right or wrong – thanks, Doc. This man is so great – I wanted to give him a big, inappropriate hug.

Shirl and Robin had us for a delightful evening – the guys BBQ’d t-bones, delicious and great company – my cell rang and I almost dreaded answering it for fear it was his call. I came home and closed my eyes as gmail popped up, dreading I’d see the update I fear. No word tonight.

Sorry, this is a gloomy post but that’s the beauty of bloggers -we can, or should be able to bare our hearts, whether happiness or pain. Thanks to all.

9 Comments

  1. 30 years from Darling
    26/06/2008

    Thinking of you, and praying for all involved. Thank you for sharing your heart.

  2. Anonymous
    26/06/2008

    It is so hard to lose our family and friends and as we age it seems to happen all to frequently. My parents have also passed away and 2 years ago I lost my only sister (who was only 14 months older than I) to pancreatic cancer….. I was devastated and still am. Hugs to you as you go thru this difficult time.
    Mandy

  3. Beverly
    27/06/2008

    it is so hard to lose someone who is close. My thoughts and prayers are with you and W. and this dear friend’s family.

  4. kenju
    27/06/2008

    Mine too, Jean.

    I can’t help but wonder why you thought it was wrong to tell W.

  5. annie's eyes
    27/06/2008

    You just wanted to spare him the pain, I imagine, but need a big shoulder again to cry on, to cry with. Does Shirl know your friend, and would she be a good confidant for you? There is no right or wrong way, but covering your tears must be very hard. I hope you find a place along with the blog to take your heart. You have a beautiful one! Love to you, Annette

  6. JeanMac
    27/06/2008

    Thanks, Pk. Mandy, I’m so sorry for you – it must be difficult.Hi Beverly.
    Judy, I felt, it best to tell him as gently as I could. He has forgotten it appears.Yes, Annie, Shirl knows here. we have talked about it.
    I think the most difficult thing is to adjust to the finality of it all.

  7. Wendy
    27/06/2008

    Sorry to hear that you are going through stressful times. Blogging does help and I am glad you can share a part of yourselves with us. Sounds like you have a wonderful and caring doctor. You’re lucky to have him.
    My thoughts and prayers are for you and yours tonight.

  8. Beverly
    27/06/2008

    If there is any “good” to find in the horrible disease, it is that they do not remember. He will mourn in the moment you tell him about your friend, but in a few minutes it will be gone. Sad, I know, because you will grieve alone. You know you can always talk to us.

  9. Bear Naked
    28/06/2008

    All of your friends in the blogosphere want you to be able to post the good and the bad.
    That is why we are here to help and encourage each other.
    Bear Hugs to you all.
    ((( )))