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.
Kris | iheartwellness.com says
My love...I'm sending you and Jason all the love and light today! I'm so sorry to hear all this sad news and my heart really goes to you guys. What a sadness.
Its a hard thing to lose someone so strong, so real and so full of life to one day not have them around. Love you!
I'm also happy to hear your dad is home 😉 He's a strong man, eh?? Gosh, you're a strong woman for being in this all <3
xxoo
spabettie says
thank you SO much, dear friend. I really appreciate you. XXO
Megan says
Your dad sounds awesome!
I'm so sorry about Jason's dad. 🙁 Hugs!
spabettie says
thanks, Megan! my dad is awesome, and so was Jason's... such a great person.
natalie (the sweets life) says
ahh so much happiness and sadness in one post. thrilled to hear about your dad (and will continue to keep him in my thoughts and prayers!), but so very sorry for your loss!
spabettie says
I know, very mixed post. thank you, Natalie - your continued thoughts are very appreciated <3
meg says
My heart goes out today, sounds like it's been a rough week. Your dad will be in my thoughts and prayers. <3
spabettie says
thank you so much, Meg. <3
katie says
omg, I can not believe the loss of Jason's dad : ( I am so sorry, please send love to him, his family, and all that loved his father. I am so sorry for this tough time you both are going through, I am sending so much love and prayers.
I am thinking of your dad and hope Thursday goes good for him, I know chemo is no fun after seeing my late gram go through that. Sending him lots of love and get wells.
I would love if you could send me your address, if you could please email me, [email protected]
You are such a strong and beautiful person, so glad to call you a friend.
Tell Jason to stay strong <3
lindsay says
Wow, i didn't expect that coming. And i am so so sorry. Please tell Jason that we are praying for his family during this time. Friend, you are going through a lot now. You heart must be heavy. Know that i am here whenever you need to vent, cry, type, etc. Hugging you from NZ!
Kiran @ KiranTarun.com says
Oh Kris, I am so so sorry for your loss -- sending loads of hugs and prayers to you, Jason and the family. Stay strong. Let me know if I can assist in any way.
Mama Pea says
Gosh, when it rains it pours, right? God must really know how strong of a woman you are. Even so, if there is anything I can do, please let me know. Prayers to your family for healing of all kinds.
Lynn F says
So sorry to hear about Jason's dad and so happy your dad is home and you are able to be with him. Give Jason a hug for me please, and tell him he and his family are in my thoughts. ♥
Gina @ Running to the Kitchen says
Oh Kris, I'm so so sorry to hear this. You guys have had an awfully rough time as of late. Prayers and thoughts with you.