m.keeton

I watched the same scenario play out with my grandmother and her 3 surviving children. My father and aunt were ready to let her go, but my uncle was sure she was going to pull through. She kept telling us she was ready to be with her husband, her mother, and her family and friends that had passed. She knew it was time, and was ready to greet the afterlife like an old friend. I can't fault my uncle for wanting to keep her for just a little bit longer. I know I sure wanted her to stay around, and he had known her 25 years longer than me. Finally, the decision was made to let her sleep and the staff made her comfortable. over the course of a week, the family got to know the hospital staff like extended family, and it was as a family that we all saw her to her final destination. I am thankful to the staff for allowing us a little extra time with her, and caring for her as much as they could.