Guest guest Posted September 22, 2002 Report Share Posted September 22, 2002 He was up walking the halls the night before he died, very coherent, used the restroom (of which he had not done for about 4 wks)...and what a statement: " I am fine and healthy, my mind and body are functioning, all faculties are well...now I will lay down and go to sleep " ... Wow Sandie, I didn't realize that he did all this, what a dignified passing for someone who was doing so poorly. I hope you take that as a final gift from your Dad for all your love and devotion...Shirley _________________________________________________________________ Chat with friends online, try MSN Messenger: http://messenger.msn.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 22, 2002 Report Share Posted September 22, 2002 Thank you for your prayers and thoughtfullness. All is greatly appreciated. :-)) Sandie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 22, 2002 Report Share Posted September 22, 2002 Shirley I appreciate your response. Yes dad gave me a gift his last few days, yet more importantly gained the respect and dignity he and I fought so hard for. He truly was a courageous man...and MY dad to boot! Sandie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 23, 2002 Report Share Posted September 23, 2002 Sandie, I am so sorry to hear about your father. He is at peace now with God. I think if he could tell you one thing it would be thank you for giving him his dignity. That kind of strength only comes from true love, care, respect, spirit, and devotion. I don't think an Angel from heaven could have done a better job caring for your father. You are simply an amazing person. I never had the privilege of meeting your Dad, but if I would have, I would have thanked him for raising such a great daughter. You have been an inspiration to us all. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you begin to heal. Your father is in a far better place now. I hope that, along with your memories of your father's better days bring you peace & comfort. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We will be right here if you need us. God bless you. RE: Dad Won His Battle Group So sorry this is short...dad won his battle today and passed away this morning at 11:30. Thank you for all of your care, concern, support and encouragement. Sandie For Merle Lambert 7-31-37 ~ 9-20-02 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 23, 2002 Report Share Posted September 23, 2002 Oh, Sandie, I have just now read your message. I am so sorry. Your dad and you together put up a valiant effort. May you both rest in peace, knowing that you fought a wonderful battle on his behalf. Much love, Cheryl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 23, 2002 Report Share Posted September 23, 2002 Thank you for such kind and warm words. I am so thankful that after 2 1/2 yrs my dad was able to regain choices, dignity, good health, and honor. It almost seemed as though Lewy moved out for 3 days. Hoping this gives others hope in knowing the struggle can end with dignity that we all fight so hard to keep for our Loved Ones. Just found out, neighbor, that I may be coming your way in November, the weekend of the 10th. It would be a blessing to finally meet you. You have been so generous with your compliments...thank you just doesn't seem enough to all in this group who have reached beyond the facts of LBD, and into their hearts. For this I am grateful. God Bless you all and know your works on earth will not go unnoticed. Sandie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 23, 2002 Report Share Posted September 23, 2002 Wow, that would be great if you do get over here then! I would meet you anywhere! will be coming home around Thanksgiving or so. Not sure of the exact date, but if she is here on (or around) the 10th, I am certain she would want to come too! I copied her on this so she knows the date you will be here. Please do let me know where you will be and I will make sure not to miss such a great opportunity! Take care my friend, you will forever be in my thoughts and prayers. RE: RE: Dad Won His Battle Thank you for such kind and warm words. I am so thankful that after 2 1/2 yrs my dad was able to regain choices, dignity, good health, and honor. It almost seemed as though Lewy moved out for 3 days. Hoping this gives others hope in knowing the struggle can end with dignity that we all fight so hard to keep for our Loved Ones. Just found out, neighbor, that I may be coming your way in November, the weekend of the 10th. It would be a blessing to finally meet you. You have been so generous with your compliments...thank you just doesn't seem enough to all in this group who have reached beyond the facts of LBD, and into their hearts. For this I am grateful. God Bless you all and know your works on earth will not go unnoticed. Sandie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 23, 2002 Report Share Posted September 23, 2002 As a tear runs down my cheek...I thank you! Sandie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 23, 2002 Report Share Posted September 23, 2002 Cheryl Thank you for the reply and your kind words. It all just seems so weird, yet comforting and honorable knowing my dad was healthier in his last 3 days than in the last 2 1/2 yrs. So VERY glad Bob is doing well. I am sure the knowledge and perseverance of you in his life is helping him tremendously. Keep us posted! Sandie Des Moines, IA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 23, 2002 Report Share Posted September 23, 2002 > Group > So sorry this is short...dad won his battle today and passed away this morning at 11:30. Thank you for all of your care, concern, support and encouragement. > > Sandie > > For Merle Lambert 7-31-37 ~ 9-20-02 Sandie, I was so sorry to hear about your dad...not for him but, for you and the family he has left behind. I think when death finally comes for some people, for them it is a relief...for those of us left behind...we deal with the pain of the loss. I know your dad is in a better place free from pain and able to do everything he hasn't been able to do for so long. I wanted to share something with you that recently helped me with the loss of my friend. THE NEXT ROOM Death is nothing at all...I have only slipped away into the next room. I am I, and you are you. Whatever we were to each other, that we still are. Call me by my old familiar name, speak to me in the easy way which you always used. Put no diffrence in your tone, wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow. Laugh as we always laughed at the little jokes we enjoyed together. Pray, smile, think of me-let my name be ever the household word that it always was, let it be spoken without effect, without the trace of shadow on it. Life means all that it ever meant. It is the same as it ever was, there is unbroken continuity. Why should I be out of mind because I am out of sight? I am waiting for you, for an interval, somewhere very near, just around the corner. All is well. I hope you can find some comfort in this. My prayers are with you and your family as you begin healing. With love Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 24, 2002 Report Share Posted September 24, 2002 Where ya been girl? I even asked your mom about you recently. I have missed your posts. Thank you so dearly for your kind words and for the special writing you included. It gave me a different dimension to consider. I will print it off and read it often. Best wishes to you! Hope you are doing fine and that life is treating you well. :-) Sandie Des Moines, IA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 24, 2002 Report Share Posted September 24, 2002 Where ya been girl? I even asked your mom about you recently. I have missed your posts. Thank you so dearly for your kind words and for the special writing you included. It gave me a different dimension to consider. I will print it off and read it often. Best wishes to you! Hope you are doing fine and that life is treating you well. :-) Sandie Des Moines, IA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 24, 2002 Report Share Posted September 24, 2002 > > Thank you so dearly for your kind words and for the special writing you included. It gave me a different dimension to consider. I will print it off and read it often. > > Best wishes to you! Hope you are doing fine and that life is treating > you well. :-) > Sandie > Des Moines, IA Hey Sandie I wish I could offer more than words right now. I come and read as often as I can but somehow I always seem to be 2- 3 days behind no matter how many posts I get to read. this is sure a talkative group I am glad that you are able though to find comfort with us even with your dad gone. You are truly an inspiration. I sometimes feel out of the loop because unlike all of you I still do not deal with this disease on a daily basis. the technical jargon sometimes throws me for a loop and I have to just shake my head and move on...however...I do understand the human side. I know the power of internet friends and even though we may not have a face to put with our words...we can still feel the presence of each other through our words of caring and hope and frustration, anger and tears and love. tomorrow will be a difficult day but I have to say I can imagine your dad...with his big blue eyes...his spirit sitting on top of that casket...filled with love and understanding for everything you have done for him that in his bodied life he could not know or was not able to express...now he knows. keep the faith girl it will continue to provide you with the strength you need to move forward. thanks for staying with us...thanks for letting us provide you with a small sampeling of the care and concern you have shown all of us over time. love wendy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 24, 2002 Report Share Posted September 24, 2002 I know this has nothing to do with LBD but WOOOOOOOOOOOO HOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO I finally got to the end...there are no more e-mails. I am officially " caught up " hehe. hugs to you all Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 24, 2002 Report Share Posted September 24, 2002 With tears, I thank you. Yes tomorrow seems to scare me right now. I hope to hold my head high and help my brother and the other pallbearers carry dad to his final resting place. Sandie Des Moines, IA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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