I’m writing this brief update from the waiting room of a hospital in California. In a completely unexpected turn, my Dad’s health crashed last night and the doctors warned us he didn’t have much time. I jumped on the first flight I could find and, after two hours of sleep and a short flight, here I am.
The doctors are certain that this is the end of the line for my Dad, so I’ll be staying in California for at least the next week. Updates will be light. My Dad fought an amazing fight, and now it’s time to say goodbye. I’m just so blessed to have gotten here in time to do just that.
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12 comments
Comment by Delisa on August 27, 2009 at 7:41 pm
Oh no, Erika I’m so sorry! Our thoughts will be with you and your dad.
Comment by Matt on August 27, 2009 at 9:51 pm
Having lost a father figure myself, I know what you are going through… if you ever need anything (or, you know, just someone to punch your frustrations on) let me know. I’m praying for ya, kiddo.
Comment by Blanche on August 28, 2009 at 5:35 am
Oh Erika, I’m so sorry. You don’t need me to say it to know it really stinks. Take care of yourself and Squishy. ((HUGS))
Comment by Belle on August 28, 2009 at 6:58 am
So, so sorry.
Comment by Belly Girl on August 28, 2009 at 8:39 am
Thinking of you….
Comment by Missy on August 28, 2009 at 10:17 am
I’m SO sorry. We lost my Dad in November of last year.There aren’t words for what this feels like, but know there are people thinking about you.
Comment by sparklytosingle on August 28, 2009 at 1:01 pm
I’m so sorry. Thinking of you and your family.
Comment by Perception on August 28, 2009 at 1:48 pm
I am so sorry. I’ll pray for you. Take care.
Comment by EdgellACE on August 28, 2009 at 4:00 pm
I’m so sorry, I hope you & your family make his last few days special for all parties. I pray that he will not suffer, my thought go out to your family.
Comment by Ariel on August 31, 2009 at 11:45 am
Just sending love & light your way … I’m so very glad you could be there with your father at the end of his time. xoxo
Comment by Secondsight on September 1, 2009 at 11:05 am
So sorry to hear this.. wish you and your family lots of love and strength to carry you through.
Comment by Erika on September 1, 2009 at 11:40 am
Thanks so much to everyone for these wonderful comments and all the love. Believe it or not, it was really comforting to keep seeing these emails pop up on my Blackberry while I was at the hospital.