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Deep Sigh

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Found out this morning that my teacher, muse, and mother figure, Rebecca, is in the hospital. I didn’t know for a week, and when I got there this morning, seeing her prone took my breath away. I
knew when I started seeing her 7 years ago, when she was 87, that she might get sick one day. But, I didn’t really know it.

 

She’d shattered her ankle and she’s battling pneumonia, and being a Christian Scientist, she’s refusing medication. I’ve never felt so useless.

 

My heart’s broke.

 

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  1. Auds at Barking Mad! says

    October 24, 2008 at 1:35 pm

    Awwwww *hugs*

    All the good thoughts and prayers we can muster are headed her way.

    Reply
  2. vodkamom says

    October 24, 2008 at 1:37 pm

    oh my. I am SO sorry. I’ll have an extra martini for you tonight. I mean her. Hell, both of you.

    Reply
  3. Kizz says

    October 24, 2008 at 3:42 pm

    Oh lord, I’m so sorry. Having recently lost my Auntie Blanche this one hits pretty close to home. Fingers crossed that she battles back. I’m glad you’re close enough to visit with her.

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  4. MommyTime says

    October 24, 2008 at 5:47 pm

    Oh, I’m so sorry. I have been thinking a lot lately about writing a letter to my teacher and muse from college — and now you’ve just spurred me on to do it. Thank you. And sending all the good thoughts I have for her recovery. (((hugs))) for you too.

    Reply
  5. foradifferentkindofgirl says

    October 24, 2008 at 6:29 pm

    Sorry to hear this. Prayers and good thoughts her way…

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  6. Jenn @ Juggling Life says

    October 24, 2008 at 7:22 pm

    If your heart’s broke, so is mine. Thinking good thoughts for both of you.

    Reply
  7. Jamie says

    October 24, 2008 at 9:36 pm

    Oh no.
    Oh no.
    Sending love, prayers, warm thoughts, and zen vibes…

    Reply
  8. csquaredplus3 says

    October 25, 2008 at 6:13 am

    I’m sorry. I’ll keep Rebecca, and all who love her in my thoughts and prayers.

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  9. Cheri @ Blog This Mom! says

    October 25, 2008 at 6:23 am

    Here’s the part in which I break away from the honeymoon with katydidnot to send you my love. Your friend is doing life her way. You are loving her, and I am loving you.

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  10. Mamasphere says

    October 25, 2008 at 2:59 pm

    No medicine at all? So not even for the pain? That must be so difficult to watch. But I bet you being there helped her more than you’ll know.

    Reply
  11. Green Girl says

    October 25, 2008 at 4:44 pm

    Mmmmm, that’s rough. So sorry.

    Reply
  12. g says

    October 26, 2008 at 11:47 am

    Oh, I’m so sorry. We are going through similar issues with my 82 year old Mom – not quite the same, but the worry and the care is the same.

    Best wishes to you, and to Rebecca.

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  13. myra says

    October 26, 2008 at 1:17 pm

    Oh I remember the posts where you’ve written about what an inspiring woman she is. What a history and past she’s invited you to share. My prayers are with her now.

    Reply
  14. Da Goddess says

    October 28, 2008 at 6:28 pm

    Wish I could have done something to help.

    Reply

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  1. sandiegomomma.com » Blog Archive » Moving On says:
    November 9, 2008 at 1:03 pm

    […] had all kinds of things planned for today: a giveaway, a rumination, a weekend update, but my beloved Rebecca is back in the hospital after being in the convalescent home for two […]

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