How to have my grandfather die by Jessica

How I did it: Today, my grandpa died (Friday the 10th). At 2:30, while I was waiting for math class.

He was in the hospital all week, but doing okay for the most part.

2 weeks ago, he had fluid drained from his lungs. Then at 1 am on Friday morning, my dad's step-mom (the only grandma I've known on my dad's side, as my dad's biological mom died before I was born) called him saying to come to the hospital.

They moved him into the ICU sometime around then.

But around 2 I guess his blood pressure started dropping rapidly so they said that there really wasn't anything else that they could do and he was just in too much pain.

I went to work today because I knew I couldn't have been in the house. I needed to do something to get my mind of it. It worked for the most part.

And now I'm going to stop writing before I start crying again. I think I've cried enough for one day...


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Oct 10, 2008, 09:53PM PDT | 12 comments | 6 cheers


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Flirt is back in the 21st century - computer wise!!! is doing what she can to help the Reading, Kansas tornado victims

((((((JESSICA))))))

Hugs, Jessica. I’m sorry to hear about your grandpa. Grandparents are very special people and we’re so blesses to have them in our lives. I’m sure you have some wonderful memories that will stay with you. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Oct 11, 2008, 02:25PM PDT | Thread | Respond to this 2 cheers

Jessica One Week til my birthday!

Thank you Flirt.

It’s been a hard weekend so far. But friends/family/co-workers/my boyfriend have been very helpful so far.

Oct 11, 2008, 08:59PM PDT | Respond to this 2 cheers

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Oct 25, 2009, 05:55PM PDT

Todd Schoonover Just got my first email from 43T.

Hugs

I’m so saddened for you Jess. If there’s anything I can do for you, please let me know.

I remember when my grandfather was in the hospital. I had come home one weekend and walked in while the minister was administering last rites. When I’d left 2.5 hours earlier for the drive, no one said there was anything wrong. It was quite a shock to me to walk in on that, especially since there was no family there to warn me.

I spent time with my grandfather that day and the next day before heading back home. When I spoke to my mother the next day she said he was doing worse and that I should come back. I had already said my goodbyes, and didn’t want to play the waiting game where you just sit there watching someone struggle to live. Two days later he did pass away.

I wish I could give you a hug in person right now.

Oct 12, 2008, 11:11AM PDT | Thread | Respond to this 5 cheers

Jessica One Week til my birthday!

Thank you Todd.

My sister and I recieved your card today.

It came at a good time.

This week has not been good for me and my family.

On Friday, my grandpa died.

On Monday, my dad was in a car wreck. He’s ok, but it still scared me.

On Tuesday, I got into a huge fight with my boyfriend and now we’re not talking…

On Wednesday, he had his surgery for a car wreck almost 8 months ago. And I learned that my uncle was fired from his job, despite being there for about 15 to 20 years. And I learned that my aunt was in a car wreck the previous Friday, totaling her car.

Then today, my English teacher told me that my last paper, “walked the line” on plagerism, depsite the fact that I cited all my sources and all of that…

So, everything is coming at me at once and I don’t think I can take anything else right now…

Oct 16, 2008, 08:29PM PDT | Thread | Respond to this 3 cheers

Flirt is back in the 21st century - computer wise!!! is doing what she can to help the Reading, Kansas tornado victims

((((((JESSICA)))))

Jessica, I’m so sorry that things are going so rough for you this week. One thing about stressful times such as these, fights are bound to happen. I hope your boyfriend and you can both get past this and work things out. It sounds like you both could use the support of the other.

My prayers are with you and all your family and boyfriend, and the doctors that are caring for them.

Oct 16, 2008, 09:13PM PDT | Respond to this 2 cheers

Mr_EightySix Screech gets some room here too.

Sorry...

Jessica…

Oct 12, 2008, 11:20AM PDT | Respond to this 5 cheers

heaveemetal Nothing lasts forever, and you know that hearts can change

I was very sad...

to read this, I remember when my Grandfather (My Mom’s dad) died…He was a very great man and I still miss him 41 years later…

Big {{{HUGS}}} Jessica…

He can always live on in your heart though…

Oct 12, 2008, 11:24AM PDT | Respond to this 7 cheers

She Calm seas never make skillful sailors

Sorry

I know how painful it is and I hope you and your family can find strength in each other. You are in my prayers.
((((Hugs))))

Oct 12, 2008, 11:52AM PDT | Respond to this 2 cheers

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Oct 12, 2008, 01:15PM PDT

nonnacookbooker

((((HUGS))))

Jessica.

Grandparents are a very special part of our lives, and I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Grandpa…

Keep him in your heart always….

One day you will remember something special about him, and it will make you smile. Treasure all the good times and memories fondly :))

Oct 12, 2008, 02:27PM PDT | Respond to this 2 cheers

Pajodama is under stress.

I am sorry for the news. he is in a better place for sure and not suffering at all.

(((((Jessica)))))

Oct 12, 2008, 07:45PM PDT | Respond to this 1 cheer

RuthG lives.

I'm so sorry.

It’s sad to lose a beloved grandparent.

Hugs & blessings.

Oct 13, 2008, 07:59AM PDT | Respond to this 2 cheers

SimplyStacey is focusing on writing!

hey there...

I am so sorry.

Oct 16, 2008, 08:42PM PDT | Respond to this 2 cheers


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