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Posted by Toph on April 16, 2009, at 11:49:14
that after 2 long weeks of fighting, my mom passed away quietly and peacefully with me and my brother and sister holding her. It was the most painful and also the most wonderous experience of my life. I asked her when she was conscious to forgive me for all of the horrible things I must have done to her while I was manic. She asked me to forgive her for all the suffering I endured as if it had been her fault, which it clearly was not. She had aways been there to help me out of several clinical depressions even though I know the black dog brought her down as well. I am so grateful that I was there for her when she needed me. I love her and miss her very much. Forgive me if I don't respond to any comments. But know that I'm going to be alright. I left the hospital after being there with my mother and came home to be with someone who loves me almost as much and maybe even more.
Toph
Posted by Dinah on April 16, 2009, at 12:35:29
In reply to Just thought I should tell you, posted by Toph on April 16, 2009, at 11:49:14
I'm so sorry, Toph.
Posted by fayeroe on April 16, 2009, at 14:06:09
In reply to Just thought I should tell you, posted by Toph on April 16, 2009, at 11:49:14
Toph, I am so happy that you had a positive experience with your mom before she died. Being with her at the end is a powerful gift for both you and your mom.
Take care, xoxox Pat
Posted by Phillipa on April 16, 2009, at 16:59:36
In reply to Re: Just thought I should tell you » Toph, posted by fayeroe on April 16, 2009, at 14:06:09
Sorry Toph Death can be hard sounds like your're experience was gentle. Phillipa
Posted by Kath on April 16, 2009, at 20:03:33
In reply to Just thought I should tell you, posted by Toph on April 16, 2009, at 11:49:14
Dear Toph,
I'm so glad you & your Mom got to say to each other what you needed to say. Lots of people don't get that wonderful chance.
So glad you have someone very loving to support you through this.
My thoughts are with you.
Love, Kath
Posted by BayLeaf on April 16, 2009, at 20:59:28
In reply to Just thought I should tell you, posted by Toph on April 16, 2009, at 11:49:14
Oh Toph, such a blessing to have those moments with your mom. Such a loss as well.
Hugs, Bay
Posted by TexasChic on April 16, 2009, at 22:16:04
In reply to Re: Just thought I should tell you » Toph, posted by BayLeaf on April 16, 2009, at 20:59:28
I'm so sorry Toph. My thoughts are with you.
-T
Posted by Toph on April 18, 2009, at 8:05:49
In reply to Just thought I should tell you, posted by Toph on April 16, 2009, at 11:49:14
that you are all so considerate. Watching my mother die was such a powerful experience. I have never felt so much love for anything. My mind wanted her to slip away quicky while my heart begged for her to take one more breath.
I'm different today. I hope more nice and more loving like my mother was. Dinah thank you for supporting me all these years dispite our differences. I hope you know how important you have been to me. Pat, I don't have to tell you how good a friend you have been. I can always count on your support. Kath, I don't know why you have always been so kind to me so often. Something strikes me as so beautiful about you. Sorry to single out anyone because you all are so sweet. It has been a really sad time for me. I miss my mother so much. Why are we so stupid as to not tell people how much they mean to us until we are about to lose them? I will always take solace in knowing that she was not alone when she gave up the fight.
Posted by Bobby on April 18, 2009, at 10:19:01
In reply to Just thought I should tell you, posted by Toph on April 16, 2009, at 11:49:14
I'm glad that it was a positive experience. I dread the day my parents make that transition---but your post gives hope where there was none.You seem to be a model son/father. I'm not too proud to learn any secrets you may be harboring.
Posted by Sigismund on April 18, 2009, at 15:34:03
In reply to Re: Just thought I should tell you, posted by Toph on April 18, 2009, at 8:05:49
>Why are we so stupid as to not tell people how much they mean to us until we are about to lose them?
The last 9 months with my mother were great. It takes so much and yet so little. Just a change of heart and a dropping away of defensiveness. Since she died I have been consistently glad that things turned out in such a way that I was of any use to her. It's a good thing to be able to look back on, and it should be for you too.
Posted by Sigismund on April 18, 2009, at 15:36:05
In reply to Re: Just thought I should tell you » Toph, posted by Sigismund on April 18, 2009, at 15:34:03
>>Why are we so stupid as to not tell people how much they mean to us until we are about to lose them?
It's a damn good question.
Posted by gardenergirl on April 18, 2009, at 23:25:56
In reply to Just thought I should tell you, posted by Toph on April 16, 2009, at 11:49:14
Toph,
I'm sorry for your loss and happy for the peace and beauty you experienced.gg
Posted by Kath on April 21, 2009, at 20:49:03
In reply to Re: Just thought I should tell you, posted by Toph on April 18, 2009, at 8:05:49
Dear Toph, Thanks so much for what you said. That is Awfully Sweet of you! & sorta 'makes my day'.
:-)
The following sentence from you stood out bigtime & I think it's made an indelible impression on me. (I HOPE it has.)
> Why are we so stupid as to not tell people how much they mean to us until we are about to lose them?
Thanks Toph ((you)) hugs, Kath
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