Grandma Joan's niece (and Grammie April's cousin) Luann spent the day with us. We talked about family and old times and had a peaceful day.
Rest in Peace, mom. Take care of JoJo & SoSo for us. Until we meet again.
Monday, March 29, 2010
After Sophia Grace-Day 7
At 10 pm this rainy Sunday evening, one week after our precious Princess Sophia Grace departed this world, her great-grandmother, Sarah & Randi's grandma & Grammie April's mom, Joan Lorraine Swanson, passed away after a lengthy struggle with Alzheimer's. 12 days shy of her 80th birthday. Grammie April was holding her hand and stroking her face. She took her last breath to the song "Aloha Oe" (Farewell to Thee), a beloved song written by Princess Lili' uokalani from Grandma's childhood home of Hawaii. I promise I couldn't make that up if I tried. Powerful stuff.
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April - Of course you have been in my heart and on my mind, but yesterday I was thinking about you so much. My mom was hospitalized again on Friday and as I sat with her, I remembered our discussions about your mom. Your strength was truly inspiring. I pray that you and your family continue to heal from this heart-breaking journey we call life. May your mom finally be in peace. Sincerely, Joanna
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear the most recent news. Loosing anyone is difficult and now your family is greiving for two. My heart goes out to you all!! I could only imagine what your family is going though..Praying for you all to be wrapped in God's arms and love..
ReplyDeleteI can't even imagine what it is like to lose a child, but then to have two tragedies in your family is more than I can imagine. I pray that you will find some comfort that your mother is watching over Jo-Jo and So-So like any great grandmother would do. I will continue to pray for your family and that God may help you to understand his reasons.
ReplyDeleteRest in peace Mom.
ReplyDeleteWe love you Grandma
ReplyDeleteOh April. I am so so sorry for this second loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
ReplyDeleteTiffany Sande
April,
ReplyDeleteI lost my mom in 2002 holding her until she took her last breath. It was so hard to let go of her. To say good-bye to your Precious Sophia and then to your mom within a week is hard to say the least. You are in my heart and prayers. Wish I could be there to give you a hug. Thank you for this blog. It allowed all of us to be part of your family.
Love you
Betty
April,
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to hear about your mom. My mom passed just 6 weeks after I lost Robby I was so lost for a while. I am praying for you.
Sara