The Rodding Roundtable

Title: O/T Bad Day
Post by: Dave on January 17, 2006, 07:10:21 PM

Got my Dad all set up with Hospice yesterday and the nurse came over today. I stopped by after work and talked to dads girl friend and she told me dad doesnt have long :( .  She is a trooper and promised dad years ago that as long as she was able he wouldnt be in a home. She is caring for him while the rest of us do what we have to do like work and pay bills. In the last week he has gone down hill pretty fast. Were hoping he doesnt suffer too long and its at the point he is on morphine to ease the pain.  Ive had to cancel the trip to puerto rico to see the other kids and the grand daughter but looks like we will go in march instead.  If I dont show up for a while you will know why...
Dave

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Post by: enjenjo on January 17, 2006, 07:14:16 PM

We're praying for you. Hopefully there is minimum suffering.

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Post by: chopped on January 17, 2006, 07:42:17 PM

Having gone thru this with my mom not long ago I know some of what your feeling. Stay strong for him and try to remember all the good years. Trust that he will find peace.

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Post by: Crosley.In.AZ on January 17, 2006, 07:52:42 PM

We wish you and the family the best

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Post by: 40 on January 17, 2006, 07:57:40 PM

Sad news....been there....I'll say a prayer for you and your family.

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Post by: TJ's Dad on January 17, 2006, 08:46:32 PM

Sad news indeed ..... you're in our thoughts !

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Post by: phat46 on January 17, 2006, 09:22:32 PM

Sorry to hear this, always a sad time for family and friends

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Post by: EMSjunkie on January 17, 2006, 09:40:22 PM

Sorry to hear the news.

I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.


Vance

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Post by: Charlie Chops 1940 on January 17, 2006, 09:59:42 PM

Hang in there my friend. We're thinking good thoughts for ya.

Charlie

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Post by: kb426 on January 17, 2006, 10:10:51 PM

Tough times. Best wishes to your family.

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Post by: purplepickup on January 17, 2006, 10:59:08 PM

My sympathy is with you and your family.  Hospice is good and he is home and comfortable.  That's all you can do.  Remember the good times.

George

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Post by: jaybee on January 17, 2006, 11:26:47 PM

My thoughts and prayers are with you.  He's in Hospice and surrounded by loved ones.  Under the circumstances that's all a person could ask.  Be there for each other, use the people that are there for support.

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Post by: parklane on January 17, 2006, 11:38:12 PM

Yes, it is unfortunate. Will say a prayer for you & your family :(

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Post by: Bruce Dorsi on January 18, 2006, 01:36:17 AM

I went through that with my Dad in May.

I learned that if I couldn't keep him, the kindest thing for him was that his pain would end quickly.

Please know you are in my thoughts.

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Post by: phat rat on January 18, 2006, 06:01:38 AM

Sorry too hear he took such a quick turn, but as has been said he's in good hands with Hospice they're really a great organization. Were you aware that they're there too support you also?

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Post by: Rayvyn on January 18, 2006, 06:57:05 AM

Quote from: "N8DC"If I dont show up for a while you will know why...
Dave

Sorry to hear this. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and him. I wish his final time here to be peaceful, and may this only be the first chapter in an eternal journey...

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Post by: rumrumm on January 18, 2006, 07:52:56 AM

Sorry to hear such saddening news, Dave. I hope he is able to slip away peacefully. It's hard to let go--I know--I've been there, too.

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Post by: Roadstar on January 18, 2006, 10:02:49 AM

HAng in there Dave, The girlfriend sounds like a true friend in every sense of the word.

Life sucks sometimes :cry:

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Post by: Okiedokie on January 18, 2006, 04:54:54 PM

Dave, hang in there guy, it's part of our journey. Sorry for this difficult time. Hope it is better soon. Joe

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Post by: Dave on January 19, 2006, 07:05:47 AM

:(  Well  we lost Dad about 6 PM last nite.. He didnt suffer long.
Dave

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Post by: Mr Cool on January 19, 2006, 07:21:57 AM

At least you had time to say goodbye and other special stuff that youve shared.

When my dad passed away with a massive heart attack just over a year ago it was so sudden and quick he was long gone before he even hit the floor.
Remember all the good times, and have a laugh at some of them. Its the best way Ive learnt deal with it.
It brings a tear and a smile when I remember things like him trying for 4 hours trying to start his beloved 1954 FJ holden, only to find the carby gasket he made didnt have a hole in the middle so air and fuel couldnt get in. :oops:  many spanners and choice words were flying that day.

Sorry for your loss. and may he RIP.

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Post by: Aaron51Chevy on January 19, 2006, 09:02:12 AM

My family lost my Grandmother (Dad's mom) the same way through hospice.  It's a tough thing to go through, but, I take comfort in knowing we were there in her final moments, I got to say "I love you and will always remember you".  My prayers are with you Dave.

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Post by: Bruce Dorsi on January 19, 2006, 02:50:24 PM

I offer my sincere condolences to Dave, Don, and the rest of their families!

~~~~Bruce

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Post by: enjenjo on January 19, 2006, 03:40:41 PM

My condolences, I know what you are going through. :cry:

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Post by: 40 on January 19, 2006, 04:36:34 PM

My condolences to Dave,Don and their families as well.The end of one journey but just the beginning of another.

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Post by: Charlie Chops 1940 on January 19, 2006, 06:14:10 PM

Sorry Dave. Hang tight. Talk to ya soon.

Charlie

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Post by: river1 on January 19, 2006, 07:33:47 PM

:cry:  :cry:  :cry:

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Post by: two to many on January 19, 2006, 10:19:05 PM

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Todd :cry:

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Post by: reborn55 on January 19, 2006, 11:12:36 PM

very sorry for your loss--prayers to you and yours

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Post by: soldermonkey on January 20, 2006, 12:12:48 AM

Dave I am sorry to hear of your loss.

My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.


dave

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Post by: SKR8PN on January 21, 2006, 09:29:24 PM

I haven't been around to much lately Dave.
Sorry to hear about your Dad.
God Speed.

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Post by: phat46 on January 21, 2006, 09:42:02 PM

My condolences too Dave, hang in there.

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Post by: Crosley.In.AZ on January 22, 2006, 12:06:39 AM

Dave,


Sorrry to read the update

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Post by: TJ's Dad on January 22, 2006, 01:14:23 PM

May I add my condolences to you and to your family.

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Post by: HotRodLadyCrusr on January 24, 2006, 10:27:26 AM

I'd also like to add my condolences to Dave, Don, their family and friends.  My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.  God Bless.

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Post by: speedracer on January 24, 2006, 12:20:08 PM

I'm so sorry Dave, I did'nt know about your dad till now.  I know how what your going thru, you see my wife Sue has ALS and she's on her 5th year of the disease, the dr's say five years is maxium life span once diagnosed, she's only 51.  I myself question why!  She's the most kindest lady on earth and always helping other people first before herself and why does HP want to take her away?
Guess I better stop now, Dave your in our prayers.