A BROKEN HEART

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My beautiful brave pop lost his fight against cancer tonight and died at 8.30. Sadly he got very distressed and had to go into hospital which i didnt want but had no choice.

I spent all day with him and it was soooo horrible to see him as distressed as he was and me so helpless to do anything. At half seven i felt the need again to tell pop that i loved him more than the world and that hes been the best pop anyone could ask for, he wiped away my tears and said thankyou for everything and i love you. Pop asked me to leave at 7.40 on the promise that i would return in the morning so i agreed. I asked the nurse to ring me if he wants me and said i would be back soon in the morning. I got a call at 8.30 to say he had gone.

I cant get over how quick it was and really unexpected although we knew it wouldnt be long i just didnt think it was going to be that quick. My heart is broken into a thousand pieces and although i know he isnt suffering now i just wanted to be with him to the end but someone had other ideas and i feel so guilty. So what do i do now, i feel as though my right arm has been cut off. Ive never felt as bad as this before and have a physical pain as if my heart is actually breaking.

Life can be so cruel at times but im glad my pop knew how much he meant to me and that i wouldnt be where i am today if it wasnt for him. He was a true gentleman and never complained about his cancer and fought it so bravely. I just wish i was as brave because right now i dont have the fight or the strength to get through this.

I LOVE YOU POP ALWAYS HAVE AND ALWAYS WILL AND THERES A PLACE IN MY HEART WHERE ILL KEEP YOU FOREVER AND EVER UNTIL THE DAY WE MEET AGAIN.

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  • FormerMember
    FormerMember

    Oh Nic I am so sorry to hear your news and send you my most heart felt condolences. Please do not give yourself a hard time 1. for not being there and 2. for him having to go back back into hospital. In my experience both personal and professional loved ones quite often pass away when no one else is in the room, even if they have only stepped out for a moment. Be open and honest with your grief you do not need to strong for anyone else.

    You and your family are in my thoughts as this awful time.

    Diane Xxx

  • FormerMember
    FormerMember

    Dear Nicola, so sorry for your loss. It's time to be gentle on yourself now, you did everything you could and your pop knew how much you loved him. Keep blogging, you may find it helps. Sending you love and strength, Val XX

  • FormerMember
    FormerMember

    Hi Nicola

    Your post made me cry - I am so so sorry for your loss.

    xx

  • Hello Nicola,

    Not a lot I can say that will help, except to know that I `am thinking of you at this very sad time.

    Kay

  • FormerMember
    FormerMember

    Hi Nicola,

    There are no words I can write that could possibly help the pain you must be in at this sad time. At least you have done more than your bit to make Pop comfortable. May Pop R.I.P. My deepest sympathy go out to you and your Family. look after

    yourself.

    Take care and be safe Big Hugs Love Sarsfield.xx