Lots of Excitement Last Night!


 
ChuckO said:
I used to love those Timex Watch Commercials when watching Jacques Cousteau's TV Specials. Sounds like your dad is planning on you throwing a 100 birthday party. Better get planning
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For me it was the Timex commercials as well as the old Bic Pen commercials during ABC's Wide, Wide World of Sports.


Larry, glad to hear that your dad is doing better.
 
BLever said:
For me it was the Timex commercials as well as the old Bic Pen commercials during ABC's Wide, Wide World of Sports.


Larry, glad to hear that your dad is doing better.
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Sadly another downturn today. My sister said he was running fever again, his belly was distended and hard as a rock, but he's otherwise looking like a "skeleton". And he was unaware of his surroundings, or much anything else. She said very weak and disoriented. I guess at this point I don't really see him "bouncing" anywhere. I'm more worried about my sister's well being than his now. And I don't mean that harshly. It's more of a realistic thing at this point. I mean at 98 he's had a pretty good run. He was in his own house until a little less than 2 years ago, was still able to drive his car until 96. Overall he's had a good run. I just don't want to lose another sister now.
 
Ed P said:
Larry, the hardest thing in this life is saying good-bye to friends and loved ones. My thoughts, prayers, and best wishes go out to you and your family.
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Thanks Ed. It means a lot. It's just been so incredibly hard (physically and mentally) on my sister because I'm too far away to be of the best help. Definitely don't think I will attempt a drive there tomorrow with all those empty back roads, snowing like a bat outta hell now. Wife said roads are a total disaster.
And we have the kids tomorrow as well. I lost one sister about 5 years ago. Hard enough right now.
 
Well, there's always the phone or FB Messenger with video calling or FaceTime or even texting...simply saying that if you can't be there in person, she will know that she can talk with you any time, day or night, and vice-versa. Having the kids around will keep you busy and help a little...I think keeping busy is important in times like these.
 
Larry, I remarked to one of Dad's brothers 20+ years ago at other family's funeral services that doggone it, every time we all get together, there's one less, and we should do something about that. He chuckled and agreed. Right now, only only Dad's youngest brother is left, and you bet your bottom dollar that I'm making the 12 hour drive for his services. Actually, Uncle Ivan was rather surprised that I'd made this same drive for his wife's service 15 years ago.

Our thoughts & condolences go out to you & yours, Larry.
 
Ed P said:
Well, there's always the phone or FB Messenger with video calling or FaceTime or even texting...simply saying that if you can't be there in person, she will know that she can talk with you any time, day or night, and vice-versa. Having the kids around will keep you busy and help a little...I think keeping busy is important in times like these.
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For sure, don't discount these!
 
Kind of a odd thing in my family...I lost my Dad in 1973, my Mom in 1983, my sis in 2013. I'm the last man standing in my family, so to speak. I didn't point this out to my wife until January 2024. I figure I'm good until 2033 (we will have to see what my Maker thinks about that, though).
 
Ed P said:
Well, there's always the phone or FB Messenger with video calling or FaceTime or even texting...simply saying that if you can't be there in person, she will know that she can talk with you any time, day or night, and vice-versa. Having the kids around will keep you busy and help a little...I think keeping busy is important in times like these.
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Oh believe me, she knows I've got my phone on 24/7. Which funny thing is the only reason I saw the neighbors snooping around my yard. I'd have been zonked out if not on the phone. She knows I do everything I can to try and have her back
 
JKalchik said:
Larry, I remarked to one of Dad's brothers 20+ years ago at other family's funeral services that doggone it, every time we all get together, there's one less, and we should do something about that. He chuckled and agreed. Right now, only only Dad's youngest brother is left, and you bet your bottom dollar that I'm making the 12 hour drive for his services. Actually, Uncle Ivan was rather surprised that I'd made this same drive for his wife's service 15 years ago.

Our thoughts & condolences go out to you & yours, Larry.
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A family, to me, is like a circle of love. When a member of the circle is lost, the circle grows closer together.
 
LMichaels said:
Sadly another downturn today. My sister said he was running fever again, his belly was distended and hard as a rock, but he's otherwise looking like a "skeleton". And he was unaware of his surroundings, or much anything else. She said very weak and disoriented. I guess at this point I don't really see him "bouncing" anywhere. I'm more worried about my sister's well being than his now. And I don't mean that harshly. It's more of a realistic thing at this point. I mean at 98 he's had a pretty good run. He was in his own house until a little less than 2 years ago, was still able to drive his car until 96. Overall he's had a good run. I just don't want to lose another sister now.
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That doesn't sound good for him, I was pulling for a 100th birthday celebration for him. I hear you about your sister, I lost both my sisters at the turn of the century.
 
Yep the sister I lost wasn't due to stress from all this as when we lost her it was due to a very long battle from cancer. She'd get cleared from one type, then another, sadly there was no coming back from the 3rd fight. Each one a different kind and in the case of the 3rd: One the Drs in all the centers had never seen before. So no hope of fighting it even though she did fight it like hell. Hopefully her and my mom are up there making Sunday gravy tomorrow ;)
 
I was raised by my mother. Single mother with three boys. My dad left us when I was 4 years old. My mom was my best friend and in good health. She passed in her sleep with no warning at 62 years old from heart failure. I'm just thankful for the time that I had with her. Also glad that she left in one of the most peaceful ways possible. Once they're gone you can't go back and change anything that you've said or done. It's nice to look back and know that you didn't take that person for granted and you spent as much quality time with them as you could with no regrets. We never know how much time we have and I always try to remember that with everyone.

I feel fortunate to have got the time that I had with my mother. My mom's sister died the same way at 36 years old and her 9-year-old and 11-year-old kids found her in her bed.

I only wish my wife and my daughter could have met my mother.
 
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Going through the ageing process of my parents had a profound effect on me - It made me realize the stuff I took for granted in my relationship with them both. It also helped me realize the importance of enjoying life to the fullest while we still can. The idea of getting out there and doing the things you love.... A side part of this for me was also to stop worrying about things I couldn't control - which shouldn't be confused with stopping to care about something - it's more just about resource allocation :) ....The 'bell curve of life' is real, and once you start slipping down the other side, things begin to get a lot tougher - so get out there, fire up the BBQ and live!
 
Josh Dekubber said:
I was raised by my mother. Single mother with three boys. My dad left us when I was 4 years old. My mom was my best friend and in good health. She passed in her sleep with no warning at 62 years old from heart failure. I'm just thankful for the time that I had with her. Also glad that she left in one of the most peaceful ways possible. Once they're gone you can't go back and change anything that you've said or done. It's nice to look back and know that you didn't take that person for granted and you spent as much quality time with them as you could with no regrets. We never know how much time we have and I always try to remember that with everyone.

I feel fortunate to have got the time that I had with my mother. My mom's sister died the same way at 36 years old and her 9-year-old and 11-year-old kids found her in her bed.

I only wish my wife and my daughter could have met my mother.
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Lot of similarities to my life.
Would have been amazing if my mom could have met my boys.
I wonder how she would have gotten along with my wife. Hahahahaha
 
I really wish my kids and my grandkids could have met my grandparents. Not the one I ad on my mom's side. She was somewhat on the "nasty" side and I think only managed to barely tolerate us. But my dad's side. Best people I've ever known and likely ever will. I strive to be my grandpa to my grandkids. If that makes any sense.
BTW took advantage of the weather holding off a bit today. And went out to see the old guy. He barely knew I was there. Slept mostly. He really could not even carry on much conversation about anything. But, I was there.
 
Peter Gallagher said:
The 'bell curve of life' is real, and once you start slipping down the other side, things begin to get a lot tougher - so get out there, fire up the BBQ and live!
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Amen Peter! And don't forget to take in a Dead & Company Concert (or two) if they would ever quit that residency at the Sphere. (I refuse to go to the Sphere)
 
Safe travels, Larry.

Understand about your sister, the one that was taking care of your dad. My sister is an RN and moved in with my parents for about 10-12 years. Started off when my mom had her shoulder replaced. Then it was just one thing after another going back and forth between mom & dad. She had a real hard time when my mom passes 2 years ago and actually stayed on in the house for quite a while afterward.

Sounds like your dad had a blessed life. I am sure taht there are plenty of nice memories.
 
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