tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post571315493211257944..comments2024-03-26T02:10:41.394-07:00Comments on Ash Tree Cottage: Coming Home to DieSusan Freemanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04323206599839838089noreply@blogger.comBlogger37125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-48229082884883048792014-02-20T14:49:12.937-08:002014-02-20T14:49:12.937-08:00Susan, your love for your mother and your faith is...<br />Susan, your love for your mother and your faith is beautiful! I will pray for strength and courage as you face this season in your mom's life.My prayers are with you and your family God Bless you both!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14419552781667705178noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-91257841985650062402014-02-20T12:35:41.529-08:002014-02-20T12:35:41.529-08:00Susan, please know that you and your mother are in...Susan, please know that you and your mother are in my thoughts and prayers. This is probably the hardest thing you have ever had to deal with and I am praying that you feel comfort, strength, guidance and peace from above. I also pray that you know that He has his hand on your mother and that she is at rest and peace in Him. May He be with you and comfort you in the days to come, whatever the outcome.<br />TeriAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14623342085995188215noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-58123819278577494202014-02-20T11:20:37.168-08:002014-02-20T11:20:37.168-08:00Ooops. Almost forgot. Bentley, of course, will be...Ooops. Almost forgot. Bentley, of course, will be of great comfort and joy.<br /><br />Love,<br />Diane ~ The Library LadyThe Library Ladyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10783960184977400423noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-83529196996878207182014-02-20T11:19:50.533-08:002014-02-20T11:19:50.533-08:00Susan,
I have no words of comfort. Comfort (I thin...Susan,<br />I have no words of comfort. Comfort (I think) will come from God, your hubby, your family, your friend and time. I am so very sorry. I am praying for your miracle too.<br /><br />Hugs and Prayers,<br />Diane ~ The Library LadyThe Library Ladyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10783960184977400423noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-77816486364144060152014-02-20T10:43:27.922-08:002014-02-20T10:43:27.922-08:00It is such a painful decision. We were glad we ke...It is such a painful decision. We were glad we kept my dad at home when he had terminal cancer. It wasn't possible to keep Mom at home with Alzheimer's and, even though my sister and I stayed there most of the time at the end, she died alone with just a nurse to hold her. Broke my heart that a woman who lovingly raised six kids had that happen to her. My thoughts will be with you.Maureen Wyatthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03717877610585066150noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-54561573654912359192014-02-20T10:30:03.339-08:002014-02-20T10:30:03.339-08:00Blessings to you and your mom. You are totally do...Blessings to you and your mom. You are totally doing the right thing. I'd order those roses now and share with her you ordered them, they'll be here in a few days and you can plant them. She'll love to hear that. Annette T.https://www.blogger.com/profile/08649837486900834063noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-48105082309199549232014-02-20T10:02:03.329-08:002014-02-20T10:02:03.329-08:00You will never regret your decisions. My mother h...You will never regret your decisions. My mother had Alzheimer's and needed more care than we could give her at home and keep her safe as this horrible disease advanced. She went to a nursing home in her home town, and was surrounded by nurses that she had cared for when they were babies. I hope that she felt the sense of family around her as she definitely had that. Give your mother and yourself a hug for me. Any circumstances are difficult!! DownTheLaneWithDaisyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04593789755756173375noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-24326591242840290752014-02-20T09:58:24.072-08:002014-02-20T09:58:24.072-08:00I must add my hug to those that your other friends...I must add my hug to those that your other friends in the blogosphere have left here for you. My mom also had hospice care and in the end, got so bad that she had to be hospitalized and to this day -- now more than 20 years ago -- I hear her saying, "I just want to go home." Keep her there and stay by her side, share the love 24/7. Plant those roses you picked out together - and tell her about it, she'll know and appreciate it.Jackie and Joel Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14074129927177165084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-88003641819570312472014-02-20T07:36:32.990-08:002014-02-20T07:36:32.990-08:00I am so sorry to hear about your mom. I used hospi...I am so sorry to hear about your mom. I used hospice at home for both my folks and then the last day they went to their wonderful little facility and I cannot say enough about how wonderful they were. My oldest daughter is also a hospice nurse. She visits her patients in homes and some facilities. I pray your mom is peaceful and not in pain and for strength for you.<br />Elaine @ sunnysimplelife.comSunny Simple Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13442975157454720956noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-68197724290257763392014-02-20T04:53:35.097-08:002014-02-20T04:53:35.097-08:00Having your mom at home with you and family for he...Having your mom at home with you and family for her final days is a true testament of your love. Having her under hospice will help you immensely during this difficult time. We are all praying for you, your mom and your family. Gail @Purple Hues and Mehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17563652510435031148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-23394112122799349532014-02-20T02:24:02.003-08:002014-02-20T02:24:02.003-08:00You are doing the right thing / may God strengthen...You are doing the right thing / may God strengthen you in this difficult, heart-wrenching time.Deb @ Frugal Little Bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13091419343402163298noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-3032310638246137812014-02-19T21:01:18.294-08:002014-02-19T21:01:18.294-08:00Susan, there are no words for times such as this. ...Susan, there are no words for times such as this. Your sweet mother will feel your love and presence. Hospice care is wonderful. We engaged hospice for my mom the last few months. It's not an easy journey, but being by her side will give you both a special feeling of peace. My heart is with you.Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01873375271470225199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-18900220804206293362014-02-19T20:58:19.459-08:002014-02-19T20:58:19.459-08:00Susan, I'm so sorry you and your mom are on th...Susan, I'm so sorry you and your mom are on this journey - but I am glad you have chosen hospice. They will make you both more comfortable so you can enjoy your days together. I pray God wraps His arms around you both and give you strength and comfort.<br />Kayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17405267552949709785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-13889619746523250422014-02-19T20:49:06.577-08:002014-02-19T20:49:06.577-08:00My mom had a stroke one year ago last week. Fortun...My mom had a stroke one year ago last week. Fortunately, she is doing well and stays her with me from time to time, otherwise with my brother in her suite! My heart aches for you and I will be praying that God gives you glorious days and precious time together to remember and create new memories! Big Hugs from AZJoy Junktionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02396533426075869292noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-62074574233800965832014-02-19T20:32:29.187-08:002014-02-19T20:32:29.187-08:00Dear Susan - you're entering a time of life th...Dear Susan - you're entering a time of life that is too precious, too tender for words. What a good and faithful daughter you are - between you and hospice you will give your mother the very best passing. None of us could hope for more. I'm thinking of you and holding you in prayer.Pondsidehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02407539138546412482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-18315028274071340982014-02-19T20:26:06.350-08:002014-02-19T20:26:06.350-08:00I am just so stinking sad and so sorry about this....I am just so stinking sad and so sorry about this. I just feel pain for you.<br /><br />I am glad she has you - so many die totally alone and frightened.<br /><br />And yes, miracles can and do sometimes happen.<br /><br />Keeping you all in my prayers.<br /><br />Hugs.<br /><br />Michele M./ Finch Resthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08971943265328093734noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-49407626509495169322014-02-19T20:21:11.715-08:002014-02-19T20:21:11.715-08:00I'm sending you prayers, hugs and warm thought...I'm sending you prayers, hugs and warm thoughts during this difficult time. Being able to spend this time with your precious mom, will help soothe your heart. Take care my friend. XOOcean Breezes and Country Sneezeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13553409790617039932noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-88491302256246334082014-02-19T20:15:26.974-08:002014-02-19T20:15:26.974-08:00Continuing to keep your mom lifted up in prayer --...Continuing to keep your mom lifted up in prayer -- and for you... for daily strength. xo ~SallySally @DrinkingFromMySaucerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00852430785247119538noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-66260876141086964812014-02-19T20:13:43.110-08:002014-02-19T20:13:43.110-08:00Susan, my dad (78 now) has a saying ..'doctors...Susan, my dad (78 now) has a saying ..'doctors do the fixing but God does the healing'. I believe this to be so as well. It is in the hands of God now and I will pray for a miracle with you, I know I prayed for one when my dad was in hospital. You are wonderful daughter to look after your mum so. Enjoy every moment with her and may God be by your side... take care, Maryannmariondee-designshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03156439869236962533noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-43199499212439279512014-02-19T18:28:28.579-08:002014-02-19T18:28:28.579-08:00Susan, I'm so sorry. My prayers are with you a...Susan, I'm so sorry. My prayers are with you and your little mother.<br />Blessings,<br />Shelia ;)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-27131010445096121872014-02-19T18:24:21.093-08:002014-02-19T18:24:21.093-08:00Susan - My heart aches with and for you! I think ...Susan - My heart aches with and for you! I think you have made a wise decision. Hospice is so precious at this time - they seem to have all of the right answers for everything and are so comforting. May the Lord stay close at your side and give you peace that only He can give at a time like this. Praying for your family.<br /><br />Judy20 North Orahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09215328045988219360noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-51513041298363575792014-02-19T17:52:18.307-08:002014-02-19T17:52:18.307-08:00you're in my thoughts and prayers...you're in my thoughts and prayers...oopsiemaiziehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00624102500478268856noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-44045171928242251172014-02-19T17:32:49.606-08:002014-02-19T17:32:49.606-08:00My best friend, who was also my ex-mother-in-law a...My best friend, who was also my ex-mother-in-law and my children's only grandmother, who died nearly 8 years ago now, had several strokes and hospice came to her home when she left the hospital. I drove from Tyler to OK to see her. You may recall me telling this, but her "real" family was in the kitchen munching and talking when she died. I asked the nurses, two who were standing by, if I could get up in the bed with her and hold her. They were more than happy to accommodate. I will never regret being able to tell her what she'd meant to me, what she'd meant to my daughters. She did not die alone. I hope for you a miracle. But it may be that she wouldn't want to be the person she would now be. I know my friend wouldn't. I could see it in her eyes. She couldn't speak, but I could see it in her eyes. She always told me a stroke was her worst fear. You are a good daughter. I wish I had sage words for you. Just be with her. She is not alone.<br />Love ya, BrendaBrenda Pruitthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14544794729410559072noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-70956453357118029882014-02-19T17:20:36.384-08:002014-02-19T17:20:36.384-08:00Hospice at home, which she shared with us, was how...Hospice at home, which she shared with us, was how my mother died - and it was perfect. I wouldn't change a thing. You are doing the very best thing for your beloved mom, and you'll never regret it. I'm praying for you.<br />Love, MaryAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-69611788789711001222014-02-19T17:08:34.703-08:002014-02-19T17:08:34.703-08:00I am so sorry Susan. You are a faithful daughter.
...I am so sorry Susan. You are a faithful daughter.<br />I dealt with home hospice care for my mother.<br />I know exactly how you feel.<br /><br />Keep a tight rein,<br /><br />Laura<br />WSP<br /><br />Laurahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11497969475360535424noreply@blogger.com