I don't have any organization in what I'm about to say. Nothing to ease the shock and pain associated with the news.
My Dad lived to be 61. He died from a heart attack while he was walking in a race two Saturdays ago. (One of his favorite things to do). He didn't seem to suffer at all which is a blessing.
We didn't know the crucial part of his brain was no longer working as his brain stem was fine. Discouragement set in after he did not wake up from sedation. One day went by, then two. Then the news.
Although he was fortunate enough to have 2 nurses at his side doing CPR, it wasn't enough. Oxygen didn't get to his brain, not enough anyway.
How can this be we all wondered. How?
You see he was adamant about eating well and exercising daily for 20+ years. I would have never thought it possible in a million years. Never.
- Monica
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i am so sorry to hear all this monica. i pray you are feeling each and every bit of God's peace and comfort. He loves you both so!
I am so, so sorry to hear of your loss, Monica. My heart goes out to you. I had been wondering where you have been, but was hoping it was just a little break, not this life changing. Please know I am thinking of you and keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Take care of yourself and bask in the memories you have of your father. I'm sure he will be greatly missed.
Oh Monica. I am so sorry to hear about your father. It is heart wrenching and unexpected. I am sending you a warm heart from across the pond. Remember that we hurt because we love so much and loving is never a bad thing.
Sending hugs and prayers for peace your way.
I am sorry to her this. You and your family are in my prayers.
Thank you all so much. I'm comforted in knowing I have such good blogging friends especially when I haven't been around much.
Your precious comments, thoughts, and prayers are much appreciated.
Blessings,
Monica
I am so sorry for your loss..really, I don't know the right words. I'll say a prayer for you and your family. Hang in there.
I know words can't ease the pain, but I do want you to know how sorry I am about your loss. When we lose someone we love, it seems we don't "get over it," we just have to learn to live a little differently. My mom passed away at 62, and she is still in my thoughts.
Take care of yourself....
My dear Monica, what devastating news.
It makes no sense when someone dies so young when they have looked after their body so well.
It is another lesson for us all to live everyday of life to its fullest as we never know when our last breath will be.
Take care my dear friend.
Sending you all my love and light to help ease your pain.
Peggy xxxx
I am so so so sorry Monica. You & your family will be in my thoughts & prayers. I'm see this is an extremely unexpected loss, and my heart goes out to you. I will pray the God gives you the strenght you need through this difficult time.
{*Hugs*}
(...sorry for the typos)
I need to proof-read more!
Monica, I can't even imagine how you are feeling, but my heart and prayers have continuously gone out for you and your family at this time. May you feel God's peace that surpasses understanding and His comfort. I'm soo sorry :o(
I'm so very sorry to hear your news, Monica. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. With a newborn I'm not getting much computer time or I would have seen this sooner.
My Dad died suddenly at 54, one of the hardest things besides his age was not getting to say goodbye. If you ever want to talk, let me know.
Hugs,
Steph
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