I was typing a comment at a friend's blog about what a perfect day I'd been having. I hit the final period and was about to poke the "Submit" button when the phone rang.
"Tam, it's for you," said my roomie, "it sounds like your sister..."
I'd asked for a call as soon as my grandpa's situation changed. And that's what the call was. And it wasn't a happy call.
Not much blogging today, folks; I'm waiting for one more phone call. :(
There is absolutely nothing anyone can say or do to make times like this any easier so I wont even try .
ReplyDeleteJust know Tam that your readers who have been there will be thinking about you today and in the days to come . Take care of family and use the blog or whatever means to vent as needed .
All the best from me and mine
My thoughts and prayers are with you today and all days. God hold your grandfather in the hollow of his hand.
ReplyDeleteThoughts and prayers, Miss Tam.
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I'll second farm.dad. . .
ReplyDeleteStay strong and keep the family close. . . .
One day at a time.
I'm sorry, Tam. I wish I could do something.
ReplyDeleteIt's at times like this that I sometimes wish I could believe in a god, so I'd have something to say that didn't sound hollow.
ReplyDeleteJust remember that you love him, and why, and hug somebody.
You're in my thoughts, hon.
ReplyDeleteGood thoughts and prayers for you and yours, Tam.
ReplyDeleteKevin and farm.dad beat me to it.
ReplyDeleteJust remember the good times.
Real sorry to hear that. It's always tough. Take care.
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All I can do is add to the list.... and that's of little value.
ReplyDeleteSo far in life I have lost most all the family I started with... and it was never good. The past... passes.... and takes those we love with it, till one day we pass along too.
Keep him in your thoughts and memories... and we'll keep you in ours.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I got the worst kind of call about my Grandfather very early Saturday morning.
ReplyDeleteCan't say it any better than's been said. Vaya con dios.
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I'm sorry to hear that, Tam.
ReplyDeleteLook in a mirror. How much of what you see is him? How much of what's inside?
ReplyDeleteYou have a lot of friends Ma'am, and we would all take part of the burden if we could. Be safe.
Sorry to hear that, my sincerest condolences.
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry.
ReplyDeleteGod bless.
ReplyDeleteThinking of you, honey.
ReplyDeleteAny words are inadequate. All we can do is treasure every moment we spend with our loved ones, and be glad they had every single day with which we were blessed.
ReplyDeleteIn your hour of grief, remember that your loved one knew you, and loved you.
Sorry, Tam.
ReplyDeleteThe Hopi Indian believe that Death is not the end of Life; it's what makes us complete.
ReplyDeleteMy prayers and thoughts are with you.
Tam, I spent a lot of time around the fire this weekend. The was the first Labor Day without my father, and we spent much time around campfires together. The good memories came back as the stars came out, the air cooled, and the smoke whisped through the changing leaves of an old sycamore tree.
ReplyDeleteDad didn't seem to be far away at all. May those good memories substain and comfort you through this time of grief and beyond.
God bless and keep you and your grandfather, Tam.
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ReplyDeleteYou and yours have my support and best wishes, for what it is worth.
Times like this, I wish I could wave a magic wand and make things better.
Best wishes
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear it, Tam. I'd hoped there would be a happier outcome. Take care.
ReplyDeleteBest wishes for you and yours.
ReplyDeleteYou'll be in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteYou're in my thoughts, Tam.
ReplyDeleteMy prayers & good wishes are with you.
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts are with you as well.
ReplyDeleteAw, geez.
ReplyDeleteBackpats.
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ReplyDeleteWe're all here if/when you need us.
Our thoughts are with you.
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I'm sorry to hear it. I hope all your memories of him are good.
ReplyDeleteWishing you the best.
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear that, Tam...... and ditto what farmdad said......
ReplyDeleteShare the Joys and divide the Sorrows with your family....
My best to you. Sorry.
ReplyDeleteBeen through three of those calls myself, my grandparents and father.
ReplyDeleteNothing about this will ever be easy, but it does get better.
Kind regards. Hang in there.
What shitty news. Sorry to hear it of course. Wish there was something I could say or do, but know from experience that even the best words of condolence don't mean much right now. Hope the thought alone does though in some small way.
ReplyDeleteMy grandfather has been gone 20 years last month and my dad 10 years next month. Still remember both calls vividly.
My thoughts are of you and your family.
ReplyDeleteI don't know what to do other than offer a prayer.
ReplyDeleteI don't know if you or he believe, but I'll send it up.
It is all I know how to do.
Ugh. Best wishes.
ReplyDeleteYou're in our thoughts and prayers.
ReplyDeleteWe're sorry for your troubles, Sis. Though all such offers ring hollow at times like these, please let us know if there's anything we can do or offer. Meanwhile, you have our prayers and best wishes.
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Hope things have improved. On the road and thinking good thoughts.
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear it, Tam. Best wishes for you & yours.
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