My sister-in-law, who is the widow of my brother, lost her mother this week. She was fighting cancer and cancer won.
This is one of the things that age brings; and nobody can prepare for the onslaught of losing people they love.
God bless her and may she find some moments where the sorrow doesn't overwhelm.
Unfortunately and sadly, I am in the age group where funerals will be attended more than weddings. I buried my last sibling in October and have a few friends with the Big C fighting right now. Being old is not for pussies.
ReplyDeleteYep. I
Deletef I'd known I was going to live this long, I think I would have taken better care of myself.
Letting a family member or friend know they are in our prayers during those trying times helps. Sadly, I have been the beneficiary of those more than I would wish.
ReplyDeleteI'm thinking I need to write a book about such things. I'll title it:
Delete"Dying Sucks"
Always sad to lose a loved one. Cancer is evil and spares few. Sorry for your family loss Jess.
ReplyDeleteThank you.
DeleteI'm getting used to the events and I think that's what's most upsetting.