GhostB88 Posted June 30, 2015 Share Posted June 30, 2015 Sounds like an American pie moment. But in seriousness. I wish CJ's mother's operation goes well. Fingers crossed. Link to comment
notalady Posted June 30, 2015 Share Posted June 30, 2015 Fingers crossed for CJ's mum! And your dad is funny lol... Link to comment
happy_snapper Posted July 1, 2015 Author Share Posted July 1, 2015 Me and CJ are taking her mum out for a meal tonight. CJ asked me if I could bring my video camera along, because they're thinking of making some messages for people, in case the worst happens. I just can't imagine what it feels like. This could be the last time I see her mum. I suppose it's better knowing the risks, than for it to happen out of the blue. Obviously they're going to do the best they for her. They wouldn't be doing it if they seriously thought she was going to die... it's just... it feels so "kill-or-cure" I'm going to see if CJ wants me to come along tomorrow morning. I hate the thought of her waiting alone. Link to comment
luminousone Posted July 1, 2015 Share Posted July 1, 2015 Oh yes- you definitely need to be there. You can help her by distracting her or going to get tea or coffee and it is always helpful to have another set of ears when doctors start spouting off information. Will be sending great thoughts,for CJ's mom! Link to comment
WithLove Posted July 1, 2015 Share Posted July 1, 2015 What a terrible situation. I can't imagine how CJ is feeling. I try to think about my own mom, if it were her, and I can't. I panic. I hope she will let you go with her tomorrow. She's going to need you. I don't pray a lot, but I will do so for CJ and her momma. Hang in there! Link to comment
GhostB88 Posted July 1, 2015 Share Posted July 1, 2015 Even I am feeling the pain of waiting for the worst to happen. I feel like it's definitely better to prepare for the worst, and at the same time my emotions would take over me as I think that these will be the few days I have left to see someone I love for the last time. I would clear my schedule, take off work, etc. and and just have these last few days all dedicated to the person I may never see again. So please, ask CJ to cherish the last moments with her mom and make the best of it. Resolve any long term grudges and have the best time possible, because that may be the last memory they have of each other. I'm sorry if I am being pessimistic about the operation, but a moment like this is actually a beautiful thing. How often do people who pass away gets a proper send off? I know the elders in my family all passed away unexpectedly and there was so much we'd like to speak to them before they go. Link to comment
happy_snapper Posted July 1, 2015 Author Share Posted July 1, 2015 I'm staying over at theirs tonight and dropping them off at the hospital. She's going to be going in at 7am and they'll operate as soon as possible. I'm not sure what's happening and when, but I've told my manager that I might be late. I'm glad we got the chance to get some nice photos and my family got to meet her. Hopefully there will be plenty more happy times in the future. Link to comment
happy_snapper Posted July 1, 2015 Author Share Posted July 1, 2015 Blergh picture didn't work again Take two: image removed CJ and her mum outside my apartment building Link to comment
happy_snapper Posted July 2, 2015 Author Share Posted July 2, 2015 Current situation: CJ and mother are at the hospital. There are a number of operations scheduled for today and CJ's mum is going to be later. Both quite scared, but hopeful. The doctors have said that the more recent test results are better than they expected, so they're more optimistic than before. Still, it's not a routine operation for a 67-year-old. Link to comment
GhostB88 Posted July 2, 2015 Share Posted July 2, 2015 We are here with you. Good luck and fingers crossed! Link to comment
WithLove Posted July 2, 2015 Share Posted July 2, 2015 We're here for ya! Sending good thoughts accross the lake! Link to comment
happy_snapper Posted July 2, 2015 Author Share Posted July 2, 2015 Last night was slightly surreal. I went round to see them both and stayed the night, so that I could give them a lift to the hospital this morning. CJ asked me to bring my video camera with me. We made a little video message for their family, just in case it was the last chance she had. Her mum didn't really like the idea, but understood that it was important. Her mum told me that she's so happy that me and CJ found each other. She said I'm a good man, who she knows will take care of CJ if anything bad happens. It makes her feel good, seeing both of us so happy together. Link to comment
DancingFool Posted July 2, 2015 Share Posted July 2, 2015 Sending thoughts, prayers and good wishes accross the pond for a good outcome for CJ's mom. Link to comment
faraday Posted July 2, 2015 Share Posted July 2, 2015 That's tough Hope it goes well. Keep us updated. Link to comment
happy_snapper Posted July 2, 2015 Author Share Posted July 2, 2015 News just in. They couldn't do the operation today, it's going to be rescheduled. After 10 hours waiting in the hospital, they're heading home to wait and see when they're going to try again. Link to comment
GhostB88 Posted July 2, 2015 Share Posted July 2, 2015 Oh no! More anticipation! Will the delay raise the risk of the procedure? I would hope not. Link to comment
Chalk Posted July 3, 2015 Share Posted July 3, 2015 Hope that the operation goes well when it does happen and hope it works out for CJ. Link to comment
happy_snapper Posted July 3, 2015 Author Share Posted July 3, 2015 CJ said that they're going out for a relaxing lunch in the sun today. Her mum said she's a bit glad it was delayed, because there were lots of things she wanted to sort out that she won't be able to do when she's recovering from the operation. I'm off camping tomorrow. Just an overnighter with some mad friends. Should be good. Link to comment
happy_snapper Posted July 6, 2015 Author Share Posted July 6, 2015 Camping was great. Loads of fun. We were mistaken for a cult twice, which is always good. I was officially named camp hero, for providing enough bacon to feed half the camp and cooking it. I also took some flaming torches, which were well received. Link to comment
DancingFool Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 lol....pounds of bacon and flaming torches.....yup....cult.... Link to comment
happy_snapper Posted July 7, 2015 Author Share Posted July 7, 2015 A little while ago, my parents bought me some artificial grass for my balcony, to make it look a bit different. I hadn't got around to putting it down, so my parents offered to sort it out while I was away camping. They didn't just put the grass down. They made me an entire garden. The grass, little fences, planters, a mini fountain... I must get some pictures. Link to comment
happy_snapper Posted July 7, 2015 Author Share Posted July 7, 2015 CAMPING!!!!!!!! image removed See if you can spot me. No CJ unfortunately. CJ doesn't like camping. Apparently, sleeping is something that must happen inside a building. The rules are very clear. Link to comment
happy_snapper Posted July 7, 2015 Author Share Posted July 7, 2015 CJ's mum's operation has been rescheduled for the 10th. Back to worry mode. Link to comment
WithLove Posted July 7, 2015 Share Posted July 7, 2015 You're the one on the far right in the hat? 2nd from the end? Maybe? Link to comment
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