Just Jot January – 2022

Posted on January 16, 2022 by scr4pl80

Well it’s a good news/bad news day for me today. The good news is that our daughter is doing really well after her jaw surgery. I am so impressed by the fact that she is only having to deal with some rubber bands holding her mouth together and she can remove the bands to brush her teeth and they are wide enough to permit her to use the large syringe without the tubing in order to eat. When I had the surgery done my mouth was completely held together by wires for six weeks and I had to use a tubing at the end of the syringe which I slipped down the side of my cheek toward the back of my mouth. Surgical techniques sure have come a long way! She is not in a lot of pain and while she has had some uncomfortable days, it is going along smoothly.

The bad news is that we lost my mom on Friday. I’m still kind of in shock at how quickly she went, but also grateful that she did not suffer and that she was the one directing the action for the most part. When she was offered ventilation, she refused. She knew the potential consequences and chose not to try the antiviral medication either. When she slipped out of touch with us by not opening her eyes or even acknowledging my sister’s presence we knew she was on her way to be with our dad. It is interesting that January 11 would have been their 80th anniversary. The 17th was the day my dad passed away 40 years ago so I think he called her up to have a second honeymoon.

Of course I thought she was invincible when she walked across the Golden Gate Bridge with us at age 90!

So for the last few days I’ve been working in my studio and listening to Dean Martin and the Rat Pack sing the songs I grew up with. I’ve only cried a couple times. I’ve been getting lots of condolences from friends and I realize that almost everyone has lost at least one if not both of their parents by now so I am extremely grateful for the length of time I have had her and the fact that she was here at Christmas and we had such a good time. She told me that she felt like she was wanted and that she belonged, not like we were just having her as an obligation. That is the best memory. RIP mom. Hope you and dad are dancing to all this music!

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52 Responses to Just Jot January – 2022

  1. Time Traveler of Life says:
    February 3, 2022 at 5:06 pm

    It is so sad when you lose your parents! So sorry, but try to be good to yourself, and allow yourself time to grieve, as long as you need. Try to remember the fun, good things about them. I lost both of mine and my two brothers, and it is a tough pill to swallow, but fortunately I have my hubby, and he is wonderful to me.

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  2. John says:
    January 23, 2022 at 12:41 pm

    I am so sorry for your loss. I know how it feels when my mum went to be with the Lord in 2012. šŸ™šŸ»

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    • scr4pl80 says:
      January 23, 2022 at 12:43 pm

      Thanks John! I just stopped by your blog. Great photos of LV. We went a few years ago and want to go back sometime. Hubby was having problems with his leg so we didn’t get to walk around too much. Thanks for stopping by my little piece of blogosphere.

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  3. Debbie D. says:
    January 22, 2022 at 12:53 pm

    I’m so sorry for your loss, Janet! šŸŒ¹ Your mother was lovely and had a good long life, but it sounds like she was ready to go. Still, it’s always shocking to lose a parent. May your memories be a comfort to you. And I hope your daughter recovers well. Jaw surgery must be a terrible ordeal.

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    • scr4pl80 says:
      January 22, 2022 at 3:04 pm

      Thanks Debbie. It gets easier every day of course, both with my mom and with my daughter. She has some periods where she gets really frustrated but actually she is doing really well. And they changed the procedure so much from when I had it 36 years ago!

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  4. E.A. Wickham says:
    January 18, 2022 at 11:11 am

    Thank you for posting photos of your mom. She was beautiful. I’m so sorry for your loss and hope you allow yourself lots of time to grieve.

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    • scr4pl80 says:
      January 22, 2022 at 3:05 pm

      Thanks E.A. It is getting easier. I have been listening to oldies and fondly remembering growing up with both my parents. I am grateful for their love for me and each other!

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  5. apeacefultree says:
    January 17, 2022 at 7:04 pm

    I’m so sorry for your loss. She sounds like a very special and strong person – to have even wanted to walk the Golden Gate Bridge at age 90. Wishing you much peace and strength during this time.

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    • scr4pl80 says:
      January 23, 2022 at 12:41 pm

      Thanks so much. She never wanted to be left out of things so she was right there when I asked if she wanted to go. Truthfully, she didn’t even need the walker except for once on the way back where she had to sit a minute.

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  6. ghostmmnc says:
    January 17, 2022 at 1:04 pm

    So sorry to hear of the loss of your dear mother. May your family find peace in the wonderful memories you have. ā¤

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  7. Tamara says:
    January 17, 2022 at 12:00 pm

    I am so sorry for yours loss. I was shocked, too. Just the other day you mentioned she was hospitalized, and the next thing I hear, she’s gone.
    I truly think she *was invincible walking across the GGB!
    How wonderful that you had one last Christmas together. And now she celebrated her anniversary with her husband.
    Hugs to you!

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    • scr4pl80 says:
      January 17, 2022 at 2:43 pm

      Thanks Tamara. While we wish she could have stayed with us longer, actually having her pass so quickly has been a blessing too. Appreciate the love!

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  8. Janis @ RetirementallyChallenged.com says:
    January 17, 2022 at 11:23 am

    She left you with so many wonderful memories. I love the thought that she is now with your dad celebrating their life together.

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  9. TheDreamGirlWrites says:
    January 17, 2022 at 11:05 am

    Thinking of you
    *hugs*
    ā¤

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  10. Kate Crimmins says:
    January 17, 2022 at 10:22 am

    I’m sorry for your loss. Both of my parents died in January 30 years apart. My dad on the 11th and my mom on the 22nd. It’s still a lousy month for me. Yay for your daughter. A co-worker had that surgery in the 80s and she always was wired shut for 6 weeks. Lost a lot of weight but she got the results she wanted.

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  11. Becky says:
    January 17, 2022 at 8:21 am

    Thinking of you! šŸ’•

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  12. Ally Bean says:
    January 17, 2022 at 8:00 am

    My condolences on your mother’s passing.

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  13. LA says:
    January 17, 2022 at 7:09 am

    Thinking of youšŸ’—šŸ’—

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  14. Shelley@QuaintRevival.com says:
    January 17, 2022 at 4:45 am

    You have such beautiful memories – I adore the idea that she was being called for a second honeymoon with your dad. She was ready and happy with her life. You’re a wonderful daughter to support her in her decisions and wishes. Perhaps you’ll be inspired to create some beautiful sympathy cards as you embrace your emotions and listen to music that reminds you of your parents. Hugs and prayers to you and your family.

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  15. debscarey says:
    January 17, 2022 at 2:53 am

    Janet, I’m so sorry to hear you lost your mother. She was quite a lady, and it sounds like she chose how she left in the same manner as how she chose to live. What a wonderful way to think of her and your father together again.
    So relieved to hear that your daughter’s surgery has gone well & that she is recovering.

    Do be gentle with yourself in your grief. A huge hug to you for your loss m’dear x

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  16. Ritu says:
    January 16, 2022 at 10:08 pm

    Oh, Janet! I’m so sorry for your loss, but now, mum and dad are together again, so some solace is to be taken in that. šŸ’œšŸ™šŸ¼
    And glad your daughter’s op went well, and that recovery appears to be going smoothly.

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  17. robertawrites235681907 says:
    January 16, 2022 at 9:44 pm

    My condolences for the loss of your mother, Janet. It is so hard. I am glad your daughter is doing well. One of my school friends had this op when we were 16. Her jaw was also wired closed for six weeks.

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  18. J-Dub says:
    January 16, 2022 at 7:25 pm

    What a loving tribute to your mom. The idea of your parents on their second honeymoon makes me smile. May your memories of her sustain you during this difficult time.

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  19. John Holton says:
    January 16, 2022 at 7:22 pm

    Maybe they were planning a big party for your parents’ 80th anniversary… In any event, it sucks losing your mother, and I’m sorry for your loss. She looked like a fun lady. I can tell she died too young…

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    • scr4pl80 says:
      January 16, 2022 at 7:33 pm

      Yes, she was only 98. She wanted us to throw her a big party for her 100th birthday but maybe she realized that she was the only one left alive in her generation so if she wanted to enjoy her party she should go where they are!

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  20. Scarlett79 says:
    January 16, 2022 at 6:37 pm

    Prayers Mz. Janetā€¦Iā€™m sure sheā€™s with your dad ā™„ļøā™„ļø

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  21. joey says:
    January 16, 2022 at 6:03 pm

    I really liked the timeline, he called her up for a second honeymoon, but Janet, I am so sorry for your loss. I’m sure she would appreciate you choosing music to honor memories of her ā¤

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  22. gigglingfattie says:
    January 16, 2022 at 5:55 pm

    Aww Janet, I’m so glad your daughter is healing nicely! But I am so sorry to hear about your mom. Remember the good times with her! And it sounds like you are šŸ˜ŠšŸ’›

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    • scr4pl80 says:
      January 16, 2022 at 6:54 pm

      Thanks T. I used to go to some of the dances with them (they were trying to find a husband for me – LOL) so I got to watch them dance a lot and it was so cool. They never found a husband for me though šŸ™‚

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  23. Bridgesburning Chris says:
    January 16, 2022 at 5:34 pm

    What a wonderful memory! Her loss in this life will be immeasurable but I am glad you had her that long and that she had you! Hugs

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