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Feeling . . .

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We are feeling a little overwhelmed emotionally.  Sometimes life throws lemons at us and it feels impossible to make lemonade.

Barb’s mom started having medical issues in January requiring surgery, rehabilitation facility, hospital again, rehabilitation facility, and hospice diagnosis in early March.

John’s uncle passed away in early March the same week Mom was put on hospice with a funeral on March 23.

Our brother-in-law (John’s sister’s husband) committed suicide on April 2.  We are still feeling shock, anger, and guilt at not noticing anything out of the ordinary.  Services are next weekend.

Discussing and putting all of this in writing made us realize we’ve had a lot happen in a short amount of time.   We know things will get better, not on our timeline, but on His.

 

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  1. MinimalMelody Avatar

    I’m so sorry you are having to go through this. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both!

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    1. declutteringthestuff Avatar

      Thank you for your kind words.

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  2. Life_As_I_Interpret Avatar

    must be a very hard time for you. I am really sorry for all your loss and sick family members. Hang in there. Best

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    1. declutteringthestuff Avatar

      Thank you.

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  3. purpleslob Avatar

    Oh wow, John, and Barb- that is a huge amount of loss, and sadness! My deepest sympathies on the loss of your uncle, and brother in law. I pray for peace and comfort for all. And sadness about your mother. Hospice is hard to accept. Especially since you know there will be another loss soon. My prayers are with y’all. Take the time to grieve, and comfort one another.

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    1. declutteringthestuff Avatar

      Thank you so much. We both felt a need to get it out and the discussion leading to this post was very beneficial.

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      1. purpleslob Avatar

        I’m glad you could talk about it!

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  4. familyhisthound Avatar

    I’m so sorry for your loss.

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    1. declutteringthestuff Avatar

      Thank you.

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