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:scrying: My father passed away yesterday, I am still in shock and I cannot wrap my mind around the idea that I will never see him or talk to him again. He was a good father and I already miss him so much. I am scheduled to start nursing school on the 28th of August, I donot know if I am going to be able to make it. Has anyone been throught such a difficult time and if so how did you cope???? I feel such emptiness, like the bottom just dropped out of my world. I can still remember when I told him I made it into nursing school and I was sure he was going to be so proud of me when I graduated. But now almost three months to the begining of the programme, he passes away?? I am just confused.:scrying:
Specializes in Telemetry.

I am soooooo sorry for your loss :scrying:

I can only echo what everyone else has said, and add that although you can't see him, he will still be looking down on you, and you will continue to make him proud. :icon_hug:

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Specializes in OR Internship starting in Jan!!.

I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family. Words just aren't enough.

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Specializes in Operating Room.

I'm so sorry for your loss.

Try to focus on the fact that your dad was proud of you. He would want you to carry on, do well, and become a nurse.

((((((Hugs))))))

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Specializes in Med-Surg, Trauma, Ortho, Neuro, Cardiac.

I'm so sorry.

I don't know what anyone else as said, but I'm at work.

I would consider what your dad would want you to do. I doubt he would want you in such grief that you don't life your life and go to nursing school. I think he would be honored to have you go in August and live your life.

It's not easy I know.

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Specializes in acute care for elders, general medicine.

There are no words. I'm so very sorry for your loss.

Just take one day at a time.

Your father is still with you.

*hugs*

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Specializes in Telemetry, OR, ICU.
:scrying: My father passed away yesterday, I am still in shock and I cannot wrap my mind around the idea that I will never see him or talk to him again. He was a good father and I already miss him so much. I am scheduled to start nursing school on the 28th of August, I donot know if I am going to be able to make it. Has anyone been throught such a difficult time and if so how did you cope???? I feel such emptiness, like the bottom just dropped out of my world. I can still remember when I told him I made it into nursing school and I was sure he was going to be so proud of me when I graduated. But now almost three months to the begining of the programme, he passes away?? I am just confused.:scrying:

My father passed away when I was 10 years old. You are experiencing true & legitimate feelings. I'm very sorry to hear about your loss. I'd imagine your Dad would want you to drive on with your life. Of course, you feel empty, hurt, and miss him so very much. I little time exist between now & August 28th. You will be able to make it!

Don't internalize your loss. Continue to use this site for support. Talk to your close friends & family for support. Maybe seek professional support groups at your Church, or similar such in your community.

You will still make your Dad very proud of you at your nurse grad ceremony cause he will be with you in spirit.

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Specializes in Resp/Neuro/Psych.

I don't know if this will help, but...

Last year I lost both of my parents--wasn't quite a surprise but they were pretty young (50s). I thought I was in a hole I'd never climb out of but after a while I realized that's the last thing they would want for me. My learning and accomplishments are THEIR legacy, which makes my drive that much stronger. Also, working so hard at something like nursing school can be a much needed distraction.

Stick in there, kiddo! It'll all work out.

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Specializes in med-surg,peds,hemodialysis.

I'm so sorry for your loss...I also lost a loved one right after I graduated, she was sick during my school days, I did my best to take care of her, my beloved grandma...Let time heal the wound...Take courage...Know that you will make him proud...I know my grandma is proud of me...I now work with peds in hemodialysis...

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Specializes in Labor and Delivery.
:sniff: I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I know its hard not to be overcome with grief, but remember all the wonderful times you had, and celebrate his life. I agree that he would probably want you to continue in school, I know he is proud of you. Take care, and take it one day at a time.
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Specializes in Home Health Care.

I'm sorry to hear that your dad died. Mine died 5 yrs ago (53yrs) , and it's still painful at times, esp when I hear a song that reminds me of him. I think nursing school will be a good thing for you. It will help you keep focus and not be consumed with the pain of not seeing your dad again. My dad always told me that I could do what ever I set my mind to do, and it really wasn't until after he passed and I started nursing school that I really understood it.

Don't worry about not being able to handle it. Take one day at a time. Your father sounds like a wonderful man and if he's anything like my dad, he will be pulling some strings up there, making sure you make it through school.

***hugs****

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Specializes in Acute Care, Rehab, Palliative.

So sorry to hear about your loss.I lost my Dad in October and I still can't believe he is gone sometimes.There will be bad days and good days but remember your Dad would want you to follow your dream and I believe he will be smiling down on you on graduation day.:saint:

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I competely understand the pain you are going through as my father also died in 2000 of lung cancer (he was 52). It is hard to think of going about your normal daily life and also starting a new chapter in your life, but just remember how proud your dad would be of you.

Stay strong.

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