Your prayers and kind thoughts please.

Imladris · Post by **Imladris** » Mon Jun 01, 2009 8:24 am

Last Tuesday I got a phone call from my Dad telling me that my 92 year old Nan's carer couldn't get in to her flat and could I go round to make sure she's ok.

I found her on the floor wedged between her bed and the wall. She was breathing but unconscious. I called an ambulance and she was taken to hospital.

We've been told that she has had a stroke and a massive heart attack, she also had a lot of fluid on the lungs. They said they would make her comfortable, treat her with antibiotics but let nature take it's course. We agreed that my fiercely independent nan would hate lingering on with little dignity and no chance of recovery. The family hoped for a swift end to this final illness.

She's still fighting - stubborn old so and so! She's regained some speech but can't make herself understood very well, she can't be given any food or water as she can't swallow and is obviously quite uncomfortable and a bit distressed.

Her mind is still active - she's checking up that her hairdresser's appointment is cancelled and the cleaner too!!

I'm asking for your prayers for her, we don't think there is any chance of her getting her health back and she'll never go home again. My darling, wonderful Nan needs to pass away quickly with little pain, God willing.

Please remember her in your prayers.

kazalala · Post by **kazalala** » Mon Jun 01, 2009 8:32 am

pinkchick · Post by **pinkchick** » Mon Jun 01, 2009 8:35 am

Imladris;1197848 wrote: Last Tuesday I got a phone call from my Dad telling me that my 92 year old Nan's carer couldn't get in to her flat and could I go round to make sure she's ok.

I found her on the floor wedged between her bed and the wall. She was breathing but unconscious. I called an ambulance and she was taken to hospital.

We've been told that she has had a stroke and a massive heart attack, she also had a lot of fluid on the lungs. They said they would make her comfortable, treat her with antibiotics but let nature take it's course. We agreed that my fiercely independent nan would hate lingering on with little dignity and no chance of recovery. The family hoped for a swift end to this final illness.

She's still fighting - stubborn old so and so! She's regained some speech but can't make herself understood very well, she can't be given any food or water as she can't swallow and is obviously quite uncomfortable and a bit distressed.

Her mind is still active - she's checking up that her hairdresser's appointment is cancelled and the cleaner too!!

I'm asking for your prayers for her, we don't think there is any chance of her getting her health back and she'll never go home again. My darling, wonderful Nan needs to pass away quickly with little pain, God willing.

Please remember her in your prayers.

My thoughts and prayers are with you all Imms :-4:-4

Bill Sikes · Post by **Bill Sikes** » Mon Jun 01, 2009 8:52 am

Imladris;1197848 wrote: She's still fighting - stubborn old so and so! She's regained some speech but can't make herself understood very well, she can't be given any food or water as she can't swallow and is obviously quite uncomfortable and a bit distressed.

Still fighting. Perhaps she herself has got hope. Consider all angles. Best wishes.

Odie · Post by **Odie** » Mon Jun 01, 2009 9:13 am

Imladris;1197848 wrote: Last Tuesday I got a phone call from my Dad telling me that my 92 year old Nan's carer couldn't get in to her flat and could I go round to make sure she's ok.

I found her on the floor wedged between her bed and the wall. She was breathing but unconscious. I called an ambulance and she was taken to hospital.

We've been told that she has had a stroke and a massive heart attack, she also had a lot of fluid on the lungs. They said they would make her comfortable, treat her with antibiotics but let nature take it's course. We agreed that my fiercely independent nan would hate lingering on with little dignity and no chance of recovery. The family hoped for a swift end to this final illness.

She's still fighting - stubborn old so and so! She's regained some speech but can't make herself understood very well, she can't be given any food or water as she can't swallow and is obviously quite uncomfortable and a bit distressed.

Her mind is still active - she's checking up that her hairdresser's appointment is cancelled and the cleaner too!!

I'm asking for your prayers for her, we don't think there is any chance of her getting her health back and she'll never go home again. My darling, wonderful Nan needs to pass away quickly with little pain, God willing.

Please remember her in your prayers.

Oh my, you and your family must be devastated.

I hope for you and your family that your Nan's passing is surrounded with love.

(((((((((((((((((((hugs)))))))))))))

Post by **Betty Boop** » Mon Jun 01, 2009 9:24 am

Thoughts and prayers are with you, lots of hugs to you Immy :-4

Patsy Warnick · Post by **Patsy Warnick** » Mon Jun 01, 2009 9:57 am

One with a strong will can surprise you.

Best wishes for you & your family

Patsy

flopstock · Post by **flopstock** » Mon Jun 01, 2009 10:39 am

it's a selfless love that is able to let go.

You have a wonderful family, it seems..:-4

Victoria · Post by **Victoria** » Mon Jun 01, 2009 11:11 am

I dont pray but I hope you find peace and strength to get you through this time.

I hope you nan's passing will be without pain surrounded only by the ones who will love and remember her fondly..

Post by **Bryn Mawr** » Mon Jun 01, 2009 11:28 am

Wishing you and your family the strength to cope with this :-6

abbey · Post by **abbey** » Mon Jun 01, 2009 11:38 am

All my good thoughts coming your nan's way hon. :-4

Mutley · Post by **Mutley** » Mon Jun 01, 2009 11:40 am

Thinking of you always Immy. Thoughts and prayers to you and the family. xoxox

Wendy

along-for-the-ride · Post by **along-for-the-ride** » Mon Jun 01, 2009 2:20 pm

Prayers for your Nan. And hugs for you.

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Post by **Oscar Namechange** » Mon Jun 01, 2009 2:22 pm

You and your family are in our thoughts Helen. Love and hugs to you all. :-4

mrsK · Post by **mrsK** » Mon Jun 01, 2009 2:26 pm

Love & prayers going out to all of you :-4:-4

chonsigirl · Post by **chonsigirl** » Mon Jun 01, 2009 3:00 pm

:-4 Oh, we are all praying for your Nan!

Rapunzel · Post by **Rapunzel** » Mon Jun 01, 2009 3:15 pm

Sending my love and prayers to you, your nan and your family sweetheart. Although it's a painful time for you all at least you have some time to say your goodbyes and give her your love. If only we could all pass surrounded by our loved ones, knowing they love us in return. Your nan is blessed. :-4 :-4 :yh_hugs :yh_hugs :yh_hugs

Imladris · Post by **Imladris** » Tue Jun 02, 2009 1:10 am

Oh my, I'm in tears now! Thanks for all your kind words, they mean so much to me.

I've been so busy lately I've not had the time to come here much, now I remember why I do. :-4

Chockygirl · Post by **Chockygirl** » Tue Jun 02, 2009 5:22 am

My thoughts are with you and your family at this very sad time.

May your nan find peace without suffering any more.

Imladris · Post by **Imladris** » Mon Jun 08, 2009 10:52 am

My darling Nan passed away peacefully this morning. The last few days she'd been deteriorating and she was on a morphine drip this weekend. She just slipped away in her sleep. I shall always be thankful for that.

Thank you so much for your kind thoughts they have meant the world to me. xxx

Kathy Ellen · Post by **Kathy Ellen** » Mon Jun 08, 2009 1:58 pm

Oh Immy:-4

I just saw your thread. I am so sorry to hear about your beloved Nan. All of my love and best wishes are with you and family today.

I'm happy that she went peacefully......sweet dreams for Nan:-4

ZAP · Post by **ZAP** » Mon Jun 08, 2009 2:13 pm

Loving thoughts and wishes for a peaceful understanding are going across the miles to you and your family. I know you have a lifetime of wonderful memories of your beloved Nan to comfort you at this time.

farmer giles · Post by **farmer giles** » Mon Jun 08, 2009 2:45 pm

just spotted this immy , am very sorry for your terrible loss there really is no love like a grandparents love :-4:-4:-4:(:(:(

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Nomad · Post by **Nomad** » Tue Jun 09, 2009 5:40 am

Blessings

mikeinie · Post by **mikeinie** » Tue Jun 09, 2009 6:47 am

I am very sorry for your loss.

Post by **Sunshine** » Tue Jun 09, 2009 6:49 am

So sorry to hear of your Nans passing. My condolances to you and your family.

shelbell · Post by **shelbell** » Tue Jun 09, 2009 11:19 pm

So sorry to hear about your nan. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Immy. :-4:yh_hugs

Victoria · Post by **Victoria** » Tue Jun 09, 2009 11:23 pm

My condolences. I hope you find the peace and courage you need to get you through the difficult times.

Imladris · Post by **Imladris** » Wed Jun 10, 2009 10:24 am

Thanks again guys.

I'm just dipping in and out of here at the moment, so busy with work and family stuff when I have any spare time I'm just soo tired!!

Your kind thoughts and words are really uplifting and are gratefully received.

And yes, I do have wonderful memories, too many to share and just a bit too poignant at the moment, maybe one day.

kazalala · Post by **kazalala** » Thu Jun 11, 2009 2:27 am

Imladris;1201255 wrote: My darling Nan passed away peacefully this morning. The last few days she'd been deteriorating and she was on a morphine drip this weekend. She just slipped away in her sleep. I shall always be thankful for that.

Thank you so much for your kind thoughts they have meant the world to me. xxx

Im so glad she had a peaceful ending Immy,, thats a blessing,,, im sure you will always miss her:-4:-4:-4

abbey · Post by **abbey** » Thu Jun 11, 2009 11:42 am

Oh Immy I´m so sorry for your sad loss. :-4

G#Gill · Post by **G#Gill** » Thu Jun 11, 2009 12:34 pm

What a very sad time for you Immy. I'm so sorry. Your nan is now very peaceful and your memories of her will never wane. Thinking of you and the family.