What Is It With This Year?!!
By Catherine
@bluesa (15022)
Johannesburg, South Africa
March 13, 2016 8:31am CST
What is it with this year?! In a previous discussion I said it has seemed to be Birthdays and Funerals. Well, today I feel numb, just numb, so very awfully numb!
Last weekend my Uncle turned 80, the week before that my Aunt turned 80 they also celebrated their 56th Wedding Anniversary.
I kissed and hugged her goodbye last Saturday, after those wonderful celebrations. We laughed about the speeches that had been made. Joked we'd all eaten too many cupcakes.
Yesterday at 18:00 we got a phone call. She had complained about cramps on her tummy, something had gone wrong, horribly wrong, she had a heart attack, she was gone, just gone.
My Uncle is a broken man today. My Mom is trying to comfort her broken Brother, there just are no words!
My one cousin had to fly in from England by herself, her and her husband had just returned to England, he could not leave his practice again. Her daughters couldn't come with her, they are studying.
But, she is finally with her brothers, sister and Dad. How utterly heartbreaking this all is. Please, spare a thought for them. Any prayers too.
I say again. We only get one life. Live it! If you want to eat that piece of cake, or chocolate, eat it! If you want to have a glass of wine or a cup of coffee, who cares about caffeine or sugar or whatever other supposed threats to our life!
Drink in life, savour simple pleasures! Love, laugh, be silly, be vibrant! Gaze up at the stars each night! Welcome a glorious sunrise each day. Live life to the utmost!
I wish you all a blessed week. Take care everyone.
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@PainsOnSlate (21845)
• Canada
13 Mar 16
That is such a sad thing to happen. i agree, enjoy life while you can.
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@bluesa (15022)
• Johannesburg, South Africa
13 Mar 16
@PainsOnSlate , yes, it is and yes, we should with all our being...
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@bluesa (15022)
• Johannesburg, South Africa
15 Mar 16
@JudyEv , thank you. Yes, they had those wonderful celebrations, in his speech, on his birthday, my Uncle jokingly said, that he started dating my Aunt when they were 17, and 56 years later they were still dating...we all had such a good chuckle at that. So hard to believe a week later and she is now gone.
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@ridingbet (66854)
• Philippines
14 Mar 16
my condolences, my friend, but looking on the brighter side, at least now, she will not experience the hardships and struggles of life.
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@bluesa (15022)
• Johannesburg, South Africa
15 Mar 16
@ridingbet , thank you. She loved life, she had a very good life. But yes, her last hours were painful, and at least she was spared more pain and I hope now she will rest in peace, as you say.
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@kaka135 (14994)
• Malaysia
18 Mar 16
It's so sad to read this, I am sorry about your loss. At first, I was so happy to read that your uncle and aunt turned 80 and celebrated their 56th wedding anniversary. How sweet it is.
I am sorry to hear about your aunt. Sending you my prayers, especially to your uncle.
Yes, we only have this life, and we should always live to the fullness. Thanks for reminding us.
I wish you and your family have a blessed week as well.
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@antonbunot (11146)
• Calgary, Alberta
15 Mar 16
OMG! Today is my actual natal day . . tomorrow is my birthday celebration! It does not make sense, ey? Anyway, my heartfelt condolence. Your aunt had joined our Creator.
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@bluesa (15022)
• Johannesburg, South Africa
15 Mar 16
@antonbunot , it was a big shock. Thank you, yes, she has. Enjoy your Birthday celebrations tomorrow and Happy Birthday to you.
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@garymarsh6 (23979)
• United Kingdom
15 Mar 16
OH dear how terribly sad. Sometimes there just are no words. My prayers and thoughts are winging their way down to you! So sorry to hear your sad news.
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@bluesa (15022)
• Johannesburg, South Africa
20 Mar 16
Thank you, Gary. Both are much appreciated @garymarsh6 .
@lilnana1111 (2305)
• United States
16 Mar 16
I'm sorry for your loss, my heart goes out to you uncle, prayers for all.
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@bluesa (15022)
• Johannesburg, South Africa
20 Mar 16
@lilnana1111 , thank you so much. It is still such a terrible shock to us all.
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@HebrewGreekStudies (1646)
• Canada
14 Mar 16
I'm very sorry to hear this:(, and will definatly pray for them:(. What you said is where I am kinda living right now, with my parents I kinda know that that is all I can really do, try and make them happy at the moment, nothing is really more important to me right now because I know as difficult as it can be, it will not be forever:/. Again, very sorry to hear this and will definatly keep them in prayer:(.
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@bluesa (15022)
• Johannesburg, South Africa
15 Mar 16
@HebrewGreekStudies , thank you. Yes, no matter how bad or tough we think a day is, nothing lasts forever. So we must make each second count, share smiles and laughter, or bring laughter into lives. Your parents are blessed to have you in their lives.
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@Ladypeace (2028)
• Singapore
16 Mar 16
My condolences and prayers for you and your family. When life comes abruptly to an end for someone whom we care for - a mind, body and soul awakening ensues. Treasure life and never settle for not living it to the fullest.
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@bluesa (15022)
• Johannesburg, South Africa
20 Mar 16
@Ladypeace , thank you, and you are so right, we should live to the fullest and not settle for less.
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@Hate2Iron (15724)
• Canada
13 Mar 16
There is something bizarre happening this year and I have to agree with you. Live each day to the fullest... You just never know what is around the corner! Sending hugs to everyone who is hurting!!
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@bluesa (15022)
• Johannesburg, South Africa
13 Mar 16
@Hate2Iron , there really is. Thank you, they are needed.
