My Mom….

Found complete peace Thursday night, just before midnight. I was with her, and because of Hospice care I was allowed to give her medication hourly to keep her comfortable.

Jason was there all day and Mandy nearly all day, but I sent them home to sleep. It was hard, knowing mom was leaving, but not knowing when….not knowing which breath would be her last…
one of the most poignant times I’ve experienced in my life…but I’m thankful I was there. I’m thankful it was a private, comfortable setting, with the only interventions chosen For maximum comfort.

It all happened so quickly, but really, what more can we ask for, but a peaceful and quick transition as we leave our bodies and become pure spirit.

Mom, less than three months ago

Mom, less than three months ago

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34 Responses to My Mom….

  1. Maureen O'Connor's avatar Maureen O'Connor says:

    Deepest sympathy from Doug and me. I am happy that you had your Mom for so long.

  2. Lynn O'Brien's avatar Lynn O'Brien says:

    I am sorry, Micky. I am glad though, that you were with her til the end. I am sure it was comforting to you both xoxo
    Lynn

  3. Ronnie's avatar Ronnie says:

    Oh Micky I’m so sorry you lost your beloved Mother. I hope you can find comfort in your tender memories of her. Peace to you and your family.

  4. Deb's avatar Deb says:

    I’m so sorry for your loss Micky. Praying for you and your family~

  5. pmyv's avatar pmyv says:

    So, so sorry…our thoughts and prayers are with you.

    Doug and Peggy

    Sent from my iPhone

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  6. Marcia GB in MA's avatar Marcia GB in MA says:

    My deepest sympathy to you and your family. What a gift to be there with your Mom as she made her transition to the stars. May your loving memories comfort you. Blessings.

  7. Reine in Plano's avatar Reine in Plano says:

    Our prayers are with you as you grieve. I’m thankful that she didn’t suffer.

  8. Hi Reine, thank you and Paul for your prayers. I’m so thankful too.

  9. My heartfelt condolences.

  10. Krystina's avatar Krystina says:

    Oh Micky, I am so sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace.

    Krystina

  11. mickmetonight's avatar mickmetonight says:

    My heart aches for you yet I know your mom is at peace.  Micky, if you need anything let me know.  A loving hug sent.

    Sent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE Device

  12. Kim's avatar Kim says:

    So sorry to hear. Best to you and your family.

  13. claire ruffin's avatar claire ruffin says:

    sorry for this loss, micky, i cared for my mother for the last 10 months of her life and i am so grateful i was able to keep her in my home and comfortable til the end. she lived a very fulfilling 95 years and i cannot ask any more than that of anyone. her death was normal and peaceful as well.
    keep in touch and hugs from merlin and me, regards, claire in lake dallas, tx

  14. Hi Claire. So glad that you have those sweet memories of your mom.
    Yes, I’ll be in touch…

  15. Carmen Moore's avatar Carmen Moore says:

    So happy for you, Micky, that you had your mom’s last hours together with her! I am sorry for sure, she had cancer. That is an awful disease. Wish they could have done something for her. Then again, perhaps she would have had a lot of pain and none of wants that for our parent. We love you, Micky. You are a beautiful person and the best friend!

    • Hi Carmen,
      Thank you fo much for your kind words.
      Any treatment would have only prolonged suffering and been worse than the disease itself for my mom. We chose to give her maximum comfort with the assistance of Hospice. I think it’s one of the better decisions I’ve made in my life.

  16. ZenOnWheels's avatar ZenOnWheels says:

    I am so sorry for your loss, Micky. It warms my heart to hear that you were able to be present and help guide your mother through her transition.

  17. Lynda Jerome's avatar Lynda Jerome says:

    sorry for your loss. Lynda Jerome

  18. Marsha Hein's avatar Marsha Hein says:

    Ahhh, Micky – I am so sad to hear of your mother’s passing. We live and go through so many milestones along the way, but losing a parent is surely one of the toughest! I hope you have lots of support there. I’m sure you do. It was so good that you were actually able to already be there and not be racing across the country from who knows where!

    Be at peace my friend!!!

    love you, Marsha

    PS – I wish I had a tenth of the word skills you do. Your descriptions are so beautiful and peace-filled. Bless you!

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  19. Hi Marsha, thank you for your heartfelt words. Yes, I do have a world of support here and it has been wonderful to experience. My sons wife’s family have adopted me as well as him, and they have been as warm and loving as anyone could be. Friends here are offering support in many ways too. Being the recipient of so much kindness is touching me beyond words.

  20. Marlene Tucci Larder's avatar Marlene Tucci Larder says:

    Micky –
    Sincere sympathy to you in the passing of your Mom. My Mom is 88 and doing amazing and I cherish every day that we have her. Peace my friend from sooooo long ago.

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