Sunday, May 18, 2008

3:00 AM

My mom called. It was 3:00 am. Any phone call at that hour can't be good.

Mom lay down with Dad in bed for the last time. We've been telling him it was alright to go, that we would take care of Mom, that the tractor was fixed, and so many other things to try and ease his mind. But he waited. I think he wanted to just be with Mom one more time.

She said he let out one final rattly breath, and couldn't do anymore.

I love you Papa, and we'll take care of Mom. I promise.

6 comments:

AAWG said...

God bless you and your family and your wonderful father. You guys are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so so so sorry for your loss.

JW Moxie said...

You and your family are in my prayers. I am thinking of you all.

Jessica White said...

You are all in my prayers.

..Soo.See.. said...

you, your mom and family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Anonymous said...

I'm here from L&F... Just wanted to let you know that your post brought tears to my eyes. Your father was a lucky man to have so many who loved him so very very much. I'm sorry you're hurting so deeply.

Dagny said...

I'm so sorry. My Dad died that exact day 3 years ago.

(((gentle hugs)))