Mabel's Mum

[Mabel Figworthy]

Just a flying visit to say that I got an emergency call last Sunday to come to The Netherlands as my mother was having bad bleeds and had been taken to hospital. I managed to get the night ferry to arrive on Monday morning and was with her from then until she passed away yesterday morning; fortunately I was allowed to stay around the clock and they even provided a bed for me in Mum's room (which I didn't get to use much but it was thoughtful nonetheless) and food as well.
Although sad that I won't see her again in this life it was wonderful to be able to watch with her, and comforting to know that she was more than ready to go to her heavenly Father.

I'm gettiing the funeral arrangements done at the moment (supported by several helpful friends); DH will join me here on Sunday, and the funeral and service of thanksgiving will be on Wednesday (as she had such a strong faith it would have been nice to have had it on Easter Sunday or Monday but apparently they don't do that). Then it's back to England, and a few days away for DH and me to catch our breath and have a little time off. After that I hope things will start getting back to normal again, and I look forward to haunting the forum again!

[karen4bells]

My thoughts are with you and your family, Mabel

[lavenderbee]

Sending sincere condolences, love & prayers for you & your family Mabel. I am so sorry to hear about your mother but glad that you were able to be with her right up to the end. That gives you comfort & it must have also been such a comfort for her to know you were there. Even if she slipped into a coma I believe they can hear. My mum was in a coma for a few weeks & I sat & talked to her a lot. Sadly I was not with her when she died, only a 2 hour car journey away, but she slipped away in hospital with 2 nurses holding her hands. They told me it was peaceful. I am very glad you were able to say goodbye properly to your mother Mabel & how very kind of the nurses to provide you with a bed.

You & your DH deserve a break & I hope you can come to terms with things as they are now & find some peace in your life too Mabel, Take care & cme back to us when you are ready.

Love & hugs,

PS Don't forget to give yourself some TLC too.

[mags]

So sorry Mabel

[rcperryls]

Sending to you. Take the time that you need and know that we are always here for you.

Carole

[cristaltipps]

So sorry for your loss, what a lovely gesture by the hospital re the bed and the fact you were allowed to stay with her, these things really make the difference at such times. I know your mum had been ill a while and so this was not unexpected but it still hurts just as badly. I hope all goes well next week and do take care of yourself too. Hugs xx

[Stitchinkitty]

Love,strength and healing light surround you at this time of sorrow.

[Squirrel]

Sending love and condolences to you and your family Mabel. So wonderful for your mum to be free of pain but oh so hard for those left behind. Take care of yourself now and we look forward to you gracing the Forum once again.

[fccs]

Sending lots of prayers and hugs to you and your family. I'm glad you got to be with her.

[Rose]

I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and the family.

[mauveme]

So very sorry Mabel. Thoughts are with you and your family

[RosemaryH]

Please accept my very sincere condolences on losing your dear mother who I know you were extremely close to. So pleased that you could be with her because that was so important for you both so this will give you comfort as time goes on.

Thinking of you and your family.

Rosemary

[Midge]

I'm so sorry to hear your sad news Mabel
My love and prayers are for you all and I wish you the strength to get through the difficult days ahead.
God bless x

[wendywombat]

and heartfelt condolences, Mabel.
I know you were very close to your dear Mum, but now she's out of pain and you were able to spend her last hours together.
Thinking of you at this sad time for you.

[mouselady]

Please accept my sincere condolences. You are very lucky to have had the opportunity to be with her at the end. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

[fiddler]

So sorry to hear about your Mum sending love and hugs your way

[agi]

Very sorry for your loss Mabel.

[ayna]

So sorry to hear that your Mums illness won in the end, Mabel: I do hope that you recover from the stress and grief without delay and I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

[Fizzbw]

I'm so sorry Mabel, I know you will be comforted by her going on to God, as I was with my Grandmother who was a lifelong missionary. It doesn't mean you don't get to miss them, or feel quite dreadful at times. It's very hard but the good memories are great comfort.

I'll add you to my prayers (no reiki, as we agreed long ago) and know you are in my thoughts as well.

Biggest hugs

Niki xxx

[Carole]

Sorry to hear about your loss Mabel.