Linda-
Sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. I experienced the same and will be thinking of you.
Dan
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Gosh, I thank you all so very much.
Words cannot express what I felt when I read these posts.
I only now read them. I was on the other forum, only briefly, when someone told me about all the posts here for me. I couldn't believe it. These words have meant the world to me. It was such a happy surprise.
I cannot address all your comments, for each and every one was special to me. But I can say I smiled when I read about reaching for the phone. I almost did that just yesterday. I had returned from the funeral and the fellowship afterwards, and took a much needed nap. I awoke, and in semi-sleepiness I was remembering my relatives who were here. I had this sudden strong desire to reach for the phone, to call my mother, and tell her all the crazy things her brothers and sisters had said. ...... Then I remembered....... I had phoned her many times over the years, since she'd moved away. I suspect there will be many such urges to call.
You know, during all this, I found some time to rush back to these forums. I find comfort in them, yet I never knew I would find comfort in them now. But I found cpaptalk last November, looking for a refuge, a supportive haven, to deal with this sleep apnea thing I just learned I had. So many great people. Many I came to know, many who came and went as guests and posted wonderful comments and questions.
I am so grateful for cpaptalk and everyone. You've made me feel so good inside. But I'm a little embarrassed, for it seems odd to be singled out for a family death. Everyone suffers a loss, I am just one among you. This is an experience most everyone shares. I am most fortunate, for I had my mother around a long time. And I am fortunate for having you wonderful people and your beautiful words in my life.
You are right, original poster, whoever you are, I do look at this forum as a second family.
So true.
Thank you.
Linda
Words cannot express what I felt when I read these posts.
I only now read them. I was on the other forum, only briefly, when someone told me about all the posts here for me. I couldn't believe it. These words have meant the world to me. It was such a happy surprise.
I cannot address all your comments, for each and every one was special to me. But I can say I smiled when I read about reaching for the phone. I almost did that just yesterday. I had returned from the funeral and the fellowship afterwards, and took a much needed nap. I awoke, and in semi-sleepiness I was remembering my relatives who were here. I had this sudden strong desire to reach for the phone, to call my mother, and tell her all the crazy things her brothers and sisters had said. ...... Then I remembered....... I had phoned her many times over the years, since she'd moved away. I suspect there will be many such urges to call.
You know, during all this, I found some time to rush back to these forums. I find comfort in them, yet I never knew I would find comfort in them now. But I found cpaptalk last November, looking for a refuge, a supportive haven, to deal with this sleep apnea thing I just learned I had. So many great people. Many I came to know, many who came and went as guests and posted wonderful comments and questions.
I am so grateful for cpaptalk and everyone. You've made me feel so good inside. But I'm a little embarrassed, for it seems odd to be singled out for a family death. Everyone suffers a loss, I am just one among you. This is an experience most everyone shares. I am most fortunate, for I had my mother around a long time. And I am fortunate for having you wonderful people and your beautiful words in my life.
You are right, original poster, whoever you are, I do look at this forum as a second family.
So true.
Thank you.
Linda
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Linda,
Beautiful words...made me cry. I hope you will stay connected now of all times, even if it has nothing at all to do with cpap. This place IS like having a second set of relatives, having people who truly care about each other like family. Only time will help such a sad event such as the loss of one's parent, but we are all here to try to ease your pain in any way we can.
You were singled out because we were all made aware of your mother's passing right after it happened. I think a lot of others who experience loss like this may not have had their stories made known to the members here in such close proximity to the actual occurrence.
I know I speak for everyone here when I say all our thoughts and prayers will remain with you for you to be able to come to terms with your loss and to move forward with as little pain as possible. Once again, God bless you and your family. May He ease your pain and help make you whole again real soon.
Beautiful words...made me cry. I hope you will stay connected now of all times, even if it has nothing at all to do with cpap. This place IS like having a second set of relatives, having people who truly care about each other like family. Only time will help such a sad event such as the loss of one's parent, but we are all here to try to ease your pain in any way we can.
You were singled out because we were all made aware of your mother's passing right after it happened. I think a lot of others who experience loss like this may not have had their stories made known to the members here in such close proximity to the actual occurrence.
I know I speak for everyone here when I say all our thoughts and prayers will remain with you for you to be able to come to terms with your loss and to move forward with as little pain as possible. Once again, God bless you and your family. May He ease your pain and help make you whole again real soon.
L o R i
