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This morning I received that phone call that nobody wants to answer at 4 am. My favorite aunt, daddy's sister passed away. She was 92 years old, eighteen days shy of being 93. My aunt was feisty. She was hard-working and caring. This diva was a Christian Warrior. She was the rock of her family. My aunt had one daughter, her daughter had eight children. Auntie raised those eight children as her own. I was blessed to have her as a part of my life for all my life. She showed us how to be a woman by example. My life has been enriched by her presence in it. This is not a sad day by any means. Her passing is a joyous occasion because she led a full life on this side. She is now free to live eternally in heaven with the other angels. We need to let our loved ones go peacefully. Be content. Quit holding our loved ones hostage for our selfish reasons. Remember the good times, cherish the memories and make the most out of each day we have with them. 
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BLESSEDBRNEYEZ
10/16/2009 4:59PM
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Sorry for your loss. I too am trying to prepare myself for death in my circle. Not saying I want anyone to go but I want to handle it. Its okay to grieve but a lot of times we shut down. Dont do anything for months, years and then have to get up. I dont want to be stagnant.. Your aunt was a great woman, Im sure you learned a lot from her 
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VIRTOPIA
10/13/2009 10:00PM
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I'm sad to hear about your family's loss, but you seem to be at terms with it, which is a great thing. My great grandmother passed away a few months ago at the age of 92 and I couldn't shed a tear because I know she is happier where she is right now.
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BRONXBABE
10/13/2009 6:13PM
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So sorry for your loss. It sounds like Heaven just got a beautiful angel.
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PRAYDANCRUNLOVE
10/13/2009 2:59PM
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My prayers go out to you and your family. May God comfort you during your time of loss. Grace and peace, Chelle Report Inappropriate Comment |
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CWESTMORE
10/13/2009 9:56AM
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Thank you for sharing your thoughts about your aunt with us. I appreciate the sense of gratituted and commend you on your faith in God to know that they situation is in God's hands. I am praying for you and your family as you go through this time and missing your aunt. "Weeping may endure for a night but joy does come in the morning"
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My dad's sister has been placed in a nursing home. She is in good spirits considering the circumstances. She is on a thick liquid diet. My other aunt, died two days ago. She is in a better place now. My uncle, the husband of both of these women, is grieving the loss of his dear wife. My heart goes out to him. My mom is adjusting to my school schedule. She doesn't like it, but she will eventually accept it.
School is tough. It is a challenge. I wouldn't have it any other way. I feel at least I'm learning something I can utilize in my future career and my personal life as well. I will be better equipped to communicate with my mom's doctors and nurses. I will have marketable skills to offer to my future employer. Anything worth having is worth working for.
This week I have "found" exercise. I add up my few minutes of power shopping (quickly running in the store to get extra school supplies - index cards and markers for flashcards) after school; lifting my heavy book bag into and out of the car and running with it in the rain); briskly walking from one end of school to the other to get to the next class. I even added those crazy minutes of dancing to the radio while getting ready for school (two songs equal about five minutes total). Next week my plan is to rise early enough to get in at least a 45 minute workout before school. 
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KAMCCLARY
10/9/2009 9:49PM
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 Thank you, thank you, thank you for your encouraging words. I understand the laws of confession and I refuse to let satan have any ground. I know that I know that I know Moma is alright and will be alright and so will the rest of my family. That is my story and song in my heart and I am sticking to it  Great job with your new adventures in school! I tell everyone GM did me a favor, when God closes a door, He opens a window  I am testing and interviewing now also!Stay victorious! Jesus is life, the rest is just details  Thanks again CC!
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Life is a gift. Enjoy the present. Everyday, every hour, every minute, every second is an opportunity to make a positive impact. On Friday I went out of town for a workshop. I did everything to prepare for this trip. I left strict instructions for my family regarding mom's care. What a difference a few hours make. I had just checked into the hotel and registered for the workshop and was trying to decide where we would go for a bite to eat before the first class. My cell phone rang. It was my brother shouting frantically. My mom was on the way to the hospital. She had a major setback. Mom is now in intensive care on a ventilator and I had to go home. After many prayers and waiting here I sit. Mom will be having a CT Scan today to see her brain activity. She is in God's hands. I have a made up mind that no outside forces will distract me. I won't let the naysayers, busy bodies, and know it alls invade my space. I asked for the prayer warriors to intercede. Mom has lived her life. She has left her footprint on this earth. I haven't given up or given in. I will live each moment with purpose. Live each day so that tomorrow you won't regret your previous day! Each day is a gift; enjoy your present.
SOMETIMES YOU JUST GOTTA "SNAP" - Say Nothing And Pray.
