For those of you who have been following the saga, my mother passed from this earth tonight. It has been a long struggle for her, since her terrible stroke in February and for the past week she has been doing very poorly. It was weird because early this morning, at 3:30 AM, we had a one ring call, short enough to wake us but not long enough to register on the caller ID. This morning, I referred to it as the Fire Drill. I guess that it WAS the Fire Drill because just a little while ago, I got the call that Mom had gone.
Thanks for all of your thoughts and prayers through this journey. It is a relief to know that she is done with the suffering.
After having a loved one with a long illness, the major thing you feel is relief. That's ok. Her battle's over now.
My thoughts are with you.
Posted by: Janice in GA | December 02, 2009 at 08:16 PM
Oh no. I am so sorry for your loss.
xo
Posted by: Cookie | December 02, 2009 at 08:17 PM
My boyfriend went through something similar this summer with the passing of his dad after a long hard battle with cancer. When he passed, it was the same, the family was relieved to know he didn't have to suffer any longer. Your Mom has found peace. Love and light to you all.
Posted by: Andrea | December 02, 2009 at 08:22 PM
Lisa - please accept my sympathies on the loss of your mother. Your mom, you, and your family are in my thoughts and prayers
Posted by: Kate Lathrop | December 02, 2009 at 08:41 PM
Sending positive thoughts your way. It's never easy. Hugs.
Posted by: RedfordPhyl | December 02, 2009 at 08:41 PM
I am sorry for your loss. Am glad that your mom's suffering is over with. Please take care of yourself and know that whatever you feel, whenever you feel it, it is ok. Hugs.
Posted by: danielle | December 02, 2009 at 08:45 PM
Love to you and yours, Lisa.
Posted by: (formerly) no-blog-rachel | December 02, 2009 at 09:16 PM
Big hugs to you, Lisa. So sorry for your loss. I'll be thinking about you.
Posted by: Dana | December 02, 2009 at 11:56 PM
Please accept my condolences.
It's been a hard time for all of you.
Posted by: Emma | December 03, 2009 at 02:37 AM
you are all in my thoughts.
Posted by: Michele | December 03, 2009 at 02:50 AM
You are in my thoughts Lisa.
Posted by: AnnaMarie | December 03, 2009 at 04:07 AM
I'm very sorry for your loss.
Posted by: Shannan | December 03, 2009 at 04:48 AM
I'm sorry Lisa. You know that the bad part is over for her.
Posted by: Caroline | December 03, 2009 at 05:09 AM
My heartfelt condolences.
Posted by: Deborah | December 03, 2009 at 05:39 AM
Your courage and humor through this past year have been inspiring. She was fortunate indeed.
Posted by: Rosi | December 03, 2009 at 05:45 AM
*hugs*
Posted by: kat | December 03, 2009 at 05:53 AM
Belting out a big, operatic, graduation song for your mom. Her spirit is free again.
YOU have been an amazing daughter, my friend. I'm sorry for your loss and wish I could hug you in person. Hope you feel it anyway.
Posted by: kerry | December 03, 2009 at 07:21 AM
Other than the treachery of the next few days, which they say are necessary for grief but I think are barbarous, it is time for you to finally relax.
You will become who you have been attempting to be for a long time now but were held back by forces beyond your control.
Great hugs and shoulders to cry on at unexpected moments for those things that should have been but never quite were...
Peace.
Posted by: Nancy | December 03, 2009 at 07:38 AM
So sorry for your loss.
Posted by: Lety | December 03, 2009 at 08:02 AM
Lisa, blessings on you and your family. My mother and I are about where you were a year ago. Your blog posts have been a comfort and inspiration. I hope I can go through this with as much courage and grace as you have shown.
Posted by: Janet | December 03, 2009 at 08:08 AM
I'm so sorry for you and your family. (((hugs)))
Posted by: kiwigirl42 | December 03, 2009 at 08:14 AM
I'm so sorry for your loss Lisa. Many hugs for you and your family.
Posted by: RoxanneZYG | December 03, 2009 at 08:24 AM
I lost my much beloved father after a short but gallant battle with lung cancer. Every morning, I would have a good cry...just in order to get through the day. The day he died, no tears. His funeral, no tears. At the time I wondered if something was wrong with me, but no....looking back he had relief and found peace. Eventually I found peace with it also. That's nearly 20 years ago. It takes time, but know that we are all thinking of you.....and I personally know that she must be in a better place, and finally at rest. Take care Lisa....
Posted by: KathyInIowa | December 03, 2009 at 08:38 AM
Deepest condolences for your loss. At least you can take comfort in knowing your mom is finally at peace. Hugs!
Posted by: Denise Kinsley | December 03, 2009 at 09:08 AM
My deepest sympathy for you and your family, Lisa. Hugs.
Posted by: Angela | December 03, 2009 at 09:47 AM