Saturday, January 29th 2011
I could hardly sleep at all last night and kept checking to see if my parents had come home yet. I almost drove down to the hospital in the middle of the night and now I wish I would have. I didn't want to call and wake them in case they were all sleeping next to Grandma peacefully, but it turns out they hardly slept a wink either.
When I spoke to them at 7am, things were still the same. I waited for them to come home and hoped we'd all go back together after I fixed them breakfast while they showered.
Then, at 8am we got a call from Uncle L that Grandma passed away. Even though we knew it was coming at any moment, it still felt like a dagger through my heart. My heart that was already broken.
I got to kiss her goodbye and tell her how much I love her one last time and the rest of the day was spent with hugs, tears and love with all the family together.
We love you so much Grandma.
Peace...
Monday, January 31, 2011
Prayers for Grandma
Friday, January 28th 2011
Today I received the most sad news I've ever received. I found out that my Grandma B was unconcious in the hospital and would only survive another couple hours, up to a couple days at the most. She was sleeping and had no chance of waking.
I left work in tears that I was trying to hold back so as not to cause a scene, met D and he drove me down to the hospital (in my hometown an hour away). It was the longest drive imaginable. It felt as if the world had stopped and it was silent all around. Only the car was moving in and out of all the other traffic. I wanted to wake up from the nightmare.
We spent hours and hours next to Grandma lying peacefully in her hospital bed. I didn't want to leave her side. I continued to pray that she felt no pain and was having the sweetest dreams of her life. I prayed that she was comfortable and on her way to Heaven as soon as she was ready.
The doctor said this would be the way he would want to go if he had the choice and that provided slight relief in our aching hearts.
The whole family gathered around her bedside for the entire evening and I think we each sat in every chair at least 4 times- and there were 10 chairs. No one could sit still.
I waited for my Dad to arrive after flying home from a business trip and by this time it was getting close to 11pm. I filled up my Dad's cup of coffee a couple times and tried to comfort him too.
It was getting late and I wanted to take D home to get some rest, so we said our goodbyes and went back to my parents house, leaving my Mom, Dad and Aunt T there to watch over Grandma.
Peace...
Today I received the most sad news I've ever received. I found out that my Grandma B was unconcious in the hospital and would only survive another couple hours, up to a couple days at the most. She was sleeping and had no chance of waking.
I left work in tears that I was trying to hold back so as not to cause a scene, met D and he drove me down to the hospital (in my hometown an hour away). It was the longest drive imaginable. It felt as if the world had stopped and it was silent all around. Only the car was moving in and out of all the other traffic. I wanted to wake up from the nightmare.
We spent hours and hours next to Grandma lying peacefully in her hospital bed. I didn't want to leave her side. I continued to pray that she felt no pain and was having the sweetest dreams of her life. I prayed that she was comfortable and on her way to Heaven as soon as she was ready.
The doctor said this would be the way he would want to go if he had the choice and that provided slight relief in our aching hearts.
The whole family gathered around her bedside for the entire evening and I think we each sat in every chair at least 4 times- and there were 10 chairs. No one could sit still.
I waited for my Dad to arrive after flying home from a business trip and by this time it was getting close to 11pm. I filled up my Dad's cup of coffee a couple times and tried to comfort him too.
It was getting late and I wanted to take D home to get some rest, so we said our goodbyes and went back to my parents house, leaving my Mom, Dad and Aunt T there to watch over Grandma.
Peace...
Snorkeling Tips for Miss M
Thursday, January 27th 2011
One of my coworkers is going on a cruise next week and stopping off at the island in Honduras where D and I lived a couple summers ago. I am so excited for her to get to see it and the beauty it holds, so I started looking up a couple pictures and tips to send her.
She told me they wanted to snorkel, so I told her the best spot for that and how to get to the best bar on the island for a refreshing drink afterward!
I hope you have a blast Miss M!
Peace :)
One of my coworkers is going on a cruise next week and stopping off at the island in Honduras where D and I lived a couple summers ago. I am so excited for her to get to see it and the beauty it holds, so I started looking up a couple pictures and tips to send her.
She told me they wanted to snorkel, so I told her the best spot for that and how to get to the best bar on the island for a refreshing drink afterward!
I hope you have a blast Miss M!
Peace :)
Gloves Off
Wednesday, January 26th 2011
I was at the sandwich shop today and everytime I go there, it seems the person in line ahead of me orders their sandwich with salami & pepperoni (or any other kind of meat for that matter). Since I don't eat meat, I have always been a little disturbed by this and one time I could even taste a little pepperoni flavor on my sandwich!
A man behind me once asked the worker to change their gloves before making his vegetarian sandwich and I have always wanted to ask the same, but didn't have the nerve.
So, after 6 months and 100 sandwiches later (that's a guess), I told the girl I'd like a vegetarian sandwich and she instantly took her gloves off before I even had to ask! So that's all it takes!
I gave her a bigger than usual tip today for doing that and I might go back tomorrow for the same thing!
Peace :)
I was at the sandwich shop today and everytime I go there, it seems the person in line ahead of me orders their sandwich with salami & pepperoni (or any other kind of meat for that matter). Since I don't eat meat, I have always been a little disturbed by this and one time I could even taste a little pepperoni flavor on my sandwich!
A man behind me once asked the worker to change their gloves before making his vegetarian sandwich and I have always wanted to ask the same, but didn't have the nerve.
So, after 6 months and 100 sandwiches later (that's a guess), I told the girl I'd like a vegetarian sandwich and she instantly took her gloves off before I even had to ask! So that's all it takes!
I gave her a bigger than usual tip today for doing that and I might go back tomorrow for the same thing!
Peace :)
Coffee Pot
Tuesday, January 25th 2011
This morning I was in the break room and noticed the coffee was finished brewing and quickly cooling off since the thermos lid was open, waiting for someone to close it and starting pouring their coffee!
So, I put the pot together and set it in it's place on the counter, then emptied out the used grounds from the machine.
I wasn't going to be drinking any of it today, but I didn't want the others to end up with luke-warm coffee!
Peace :)
This morning I was in the break room and noticed the coffee was finished brewing and quickly cooling off since the thermos lid was open, waiting for someone to close it and starting pouring their coffee!
So, I put the pot together and set it in it's place on the counter, then emptied out the used grounds from the machine.
I wasn't going to be drinking any of it today, but I didn't want the others to end up with luke-warm coffee!
Peace :)
Paper Towel
Monday, January 24th 2011
As I was walking through the parking lot to my car after work, I saw a crinkled up paper towel on the ground. I clearly saw it, but kept walking. Then I stopped, turned around and went back to pick it up.
I was a little concerned regarding how dirty it could have been, but it didn't look like it had been used for much so I dropped it on the backseat floor of my car and threw it away as soon as I got home.
I washed my hands with lots of soap & warm water before doing anything else!
Peace :)
As I was walking through the parking lot to my car after work, I saw a crinkled up paper towel on the ground. I clearly saw it, but kept walking. Then I stopped, turned around and went back to pick it up.
I was a little concerned regarding how dirty it could have been, but it didn't look like it had been used for much so I dropped it on the backseat floor of my car and threw it away as soon as I got home.
I washed my hands with lots of soap & warm water before doing anything else!
Peace :)
Sunday, January 23, 2011
Re-usable Grocery Bag
Sunday, January 23rd 2011
I finally remembered my re-usable, environmentally friendly grocery bag today when I went to the grocery store. I always seem to leave it at home when I need it or I find it in my car full of other items and it's easier to take the disposable bags they give you at the store.
But I didn't have to feel guilty today with the cashier asking "Paper or plastic, Ma'am?" Instead, the lady said, "Thank you so much for bringing your own bag. It will really pay off in the end."
I haven't seen a clerk so passionate about this before, but it makes me want to put more of an effort to use my own bag every time I shop!
Peace :)
I finally remembered my re-usable, environmentally friendly grocery bag today when I went to the grocery store. I always seem to leave it at home when I need it or I find it in my car full of other items and it's easier to take the disposable bags they give you at the store.
But I didn't have to feel guilty today with the cashier asking "Paper or plastic, Ma'am?" Instead, the lady said, "Thank you so much for bringing your own bag. It will really pay off in the end."
I haven't seen a clerk so passionate about this before, but it makes me want to put more of an effort to use my own bag every time I shop!
Peace :)
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