Hey EC Folk, Many of you know that my dad was diagnosed with cancer in October (I think). He died this morning just before we made it out to hospice. A call in the middle of the night is NEVER good and such was this one. He was so cool when I came out to him on the way out the door to a lesbian party. Still makes me grin when I think of that.
<3 So very sorry to hear it. Hope you and your family is doing well. Thoughts and prayers with you. Also - Happy to meet another Kansan here. Though... hopefully our college preferences won't get in the way.
Hey TJ, My girlfriend lives in Lawrence. I can't decide whether I should go this weekend or not. She is my emotional support. Decisions, decisions... She is a KU fan but I forgive her...
I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. My parents went to Kansas State and they both grew up in Kansas. My grandparents are KU Jayhawks through and through but we all manage to get along. Hugs to you! Cancer f'ing sucks.
So sorry to hear that, Biotech. It's a strange set of mixed feelings you get after losing someone to a long-term illness. We grieve the loss of them, but are thankful that their suffering is over. And we celebrate the time we DID have with them. Been there. My thoughts are very much with you.
I was going to visit my girlfriend this weekend but she thought I should spend time with family and she was right. She made sure to let me know that I would be sorely missed.
Very sorry for your loss. Like Choirboy said, it's such a jumble of emotions after watching a loved one suffering and finally be facing this. Just know that you're not alone and have a lot of people who care.
Sorry to hear about your Dad. I bet he is fine wherever he is now, no more pain. My condolences and prayers for you and the rest of your loved ones... (*hug*)
I'm sorry to hear about your loss, BioTech. Yes, those calls that feel sort of off often are. BTDT. It's cool that you remembers your Dad's being cool as you headed out the door for the evening. It seems that when parents pass away, a lot of the negative we may have experienced fades to some degree and the memories which are "keepers" are the ones that rise to the top. May those memories give you strength and know that the thoughts and prayers of many of us here on EC are with you and your family.