Sadness at 2805

Dear Friends,

Your may have noticed my absence this past week, my failure to comment and reply to your mail.

The extended family at 2805   is saddened this week.

On Tuesday of last week our Mom lost consciousness and fell in a hallway of her retirement residence.   Against her wishes (she was never one to complain)  she was taken to the hospital and kept overnight for observation.  Tests were run on Wednesday.   On Thursday we received the results of her tests and the diagnosis.   She had advanced stage cancer.  

She had previously had conversations with us all, saying she had lived and long and happy life and was ready anytime the Lord chose to take her.

We think  she chose not to fight.  She was ready and anxious to meet her Savior.   She did not tarry long in the “ valley of the shadow of death”, but passed into the loving arms of Jesus in the wee hours  Monday morning.

Thanksgiving week is a significant date  as our Daddy passed away  Thanksgiving several years ago.  Dates can actually play a part of  the terminally ill, and we think this was on her mind during the four days  between the diagnosis and her death.

Her funeral service and burial  were today.  Although we are sad, we are Thankful  and grateful  that she did not suffer the 2-3 months her doctor had suggested.   We are happy that she is at  home the Lord.

Wishing you each a very Happy Thanksgiving! 

Until next time,  Honey