I have been meaning to share the view outside my dad's hospital room.
Someone attached three super heros onto a string, and they fly right by the windows.
Super heros = people you look up to. People you want to emulate and celebrate.
My dad has been my hero these last several months. Going through some pretty tough surgeries, and now having a trach temporarily take his voice, he has been nothing but positive and strong. He always has a big smile for me, and like I shared before, always jokes with me and the nurses.
He is able to cough through his trach, and does it well. He was telling me the other day he scared a nurse, made her jump, because his cough was so loud.
This is how he told me:
I had to take a photo of that, because it makes me smile. I look at it often.
So many of you continue to ask about him and send positive thoughts, and I thank you for all of them. Your words mean more than you know. Dad is doing well, and is now at home. I have this nurse thing down to an imperfect science, and it's a nice visit each morning when I show up. We had an oncologist appointment today - I really like his whole team of doctors - and he starts chemo treatment this Thursday. I will keep you updated - his plan goes several months.
Now I have sat here at my keyboard for the last several minutes, not knowing how to say what I have to say.
We lost Jason's dad yesterday. It was completely unexpected and we are numb with shock and sadness. One day I may share more about Jason's dad, and what an amazing person he was. I am so happy to have known him, he was another who was positive and funny and always put others before himself.
As they say back in Missouri, very Salt of the Earth.
The world lost a good one yesterday. A real life hero.
Bob, you impacted many. You are dearly missed, by many.
sophia says
Dear Kris,
At moments like this, there is nothing smart or perfect to say, except...Hug. Tons and tons of hugs to you and your family at this difficult time.
Shirley @ gfe says
Oh, what a shock, Kristina! Truly such a tough time for you guys. Sending my deepest sympathy, dear. And I love that dinosaur note from your dad. So telling on his outlook on life. 🙂
Big, big hugsssss,
Shirley
jobo says
oh my goodness, that is so so sad. I am so sorry to hear that news. I will definitely give my own father a call this week. We don't have the best relationship in the world, but a call once in awhile speaks volumes. Take care, and I am keeping you both, and your fathers, past and present, in my prayers.
Christina says
I'm glad you're dad is doing better and is home! That's truly a huge improvement!
However I'm so sorry for your loss 🙁 It's always worse when someone is gone unexpectedly, we'll keep you guys in our thoughts and prayers.
Lisa B says
I'm so sorry for your loss, Kristina. Sending love and hugs to you and Jason.
Jess says
Oh friend, I am so sorry for you and Jason's loss. So sad for you. I am sending you lots of hugs and love and anything else I can think of right now. Your dad, and Jason's dad - amazing men. That much is very clear to me just by reading your words tonight.
Christine (Merf) says
The dinosaur coughing made me laugh so hard, then I am in tears reading about yours and Jason's loss. It can be hard to remember to cherish every day but it sounds like you two are pretty good at it.
Abby says
Pardon me, but what the hell? Why is there so much of this going around right now? It seems everywhere I turn--online and off--great people are taken too soon.
I'm so sorry for your loss and all that you're going through. While we all are sad when they go, it's only because they were so great when they were here. Enjoy every second, huh? You're in my thoughts, my friend.
dorry says
oh, Kris. sending you all the hugs and love I have inside me right this minute. as you know - I know this type of loss well with Billy's father. I am so sorry for this great loss, and saying prayers for peace and comfort in all the hearts of those who loved and knew Jason's dad...especially Jason! love him and hold him tight. it's a process. I know you're having to be a strong woman right now in so many ways, and I just love you so much. here for you.
Eden says
Good lord, I'm so sorry. I know my own dads time us numbered and I'm gonna hug him extra tight tonight.
spabettie says
please do, Eden. give him an extra from me.