I think that working at the bookstore is a curse right now for our families. Two weeks ago, Melissa's father died from cancer. . .Mike's grandmother died this past Sunday night. . .John's great aunt died last night. . .and now Tyler's grandmother is about to be taken off life support which means she'll die soon too. That makes two each in the past month for Mike (his grandfather), Jon (his grandmother), and Tyler (his fiancee's grandfather). Sheesh. Plus, our former co-worker, Felicia, had her grandfather die last month too. I've never had such freaky events happen before. Well, except for the summer where the last of my great aunts and uncles all died when I was in my early twenties.
I suppose it shouldn't be a big surprise since people are living longer these days. And we're all of an age where we have older relatives. Except for Melissa's father, I think they were all in their 80s at least. Still, it's making things fun at the store for scheduling. (sigh) I have a few relatives in that age range left myself. And I know that most of my friends do as well. I guess that when you're a kid, you don't notice this stuff -- endless rounds of funerals -- but as an adult you can't help but to notice. Sheesh.
2007 is shaping up to be such a "fun" year!
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Lynn, Todd's grandmother passed away on Wed, May 23. She was 87 and lived a good, long life. Of course, the whole family is still sad to see her go. One of the worst parts for me is that at 16 mos, Michael shouldn't have to endure the whirlwind 4-day trip from Baton Rouge to Austin and back for a service and cremation. So he and I are hanging out at home with my folks for the Memorial Day weekend. I hate to not go and be supportive, but Todd and I don't want to just leave Michael with my folks while I wander off to Austin with his family. It's a decision we made together.
Anyway, I thought I'd join in the Cryin' Time. I'm sorry to hear of all the loss and sadness. Hopefully your various friends and family have great memories and supportive cohorts to help them through this difficult time. It's never easy to lose someone you love. To all, I hope that when your tears are finished falling you can resolve to live life to its fullest before it's time for your call...and I hope that call is many moons away. Enough waxing, back to the blog.
-Andi
So sorry, hun. Been thinking about you a lot lately and this could be one reason why. Please tell Todd that I send my condolences to him and his family. And I can completely understand you not taking little Michael on such a trip. With all of the sad emotions and stuff, it would be hard on the little fellow. They so pick up on such things. I'll try and give you a call soon. Hugs.
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