My grandmother may be passing tonight....

[OneGrassRoot]

The one person who always loved me unconditionally and never caused me a moment of pain (and hopefully I never caused her any, either). She essentially raised me when I was very little.

It's not unexpected; she has been ill for a couple of years now, and I focus on seeing her at peace, in no distress any longer...releasing her with love and gratitude.

I know many here can relate, as it has been a tumultuous few years for a lot of us, but my hope is that this is the last in a series of deaths and drama in the last few years. For a while at least. I could use a breather.

My father died very suddenly and unexpectedly nearly two years ago, at age 62...so young; then the losses were like a domino effect, with my beloved 17-year-old and 14-year-old kitties passing within six weeks of one another, out of the clear blue; extreme drama with my mother, still devastated about the sudden loss of my father; and so much more.

If you are so led, I ask you to please send my grandmother, and all who have one foot on the other side at this time, supportive, loving energy as they make their next journey. I know it's for the best...I have no doubt...but I'm human, and it hurts. Especially when so much has happened in a short period of time; each loss brings the others to the fore as though they just occurred as well.

Anyway, if you don't see me, it's because I've begun my trek to Alabama for the funeral. I suppose there's always a chance she will rebound, but the medical personnel don't expect her to last the night; they think she has a blood clot in her lungs based on the sudden severe symptoms.

Godspeed, Irene Hobbs...my Granny. Thank you for loving me so. May you be free of pain and suffering soon.....that's my prayer for all of us.

Thank you all...I know you're there.

:grouphug:

[Grateful for Hope]

1. OGR

I am so sorry to hear about your grandmother. I know how much it hurts to let a loved one go, even though one knows that it is for the best.

Sending the most loving light I can to your grandmother. I am also sending loving light to you that your pain can be somehow lessened to know that there are those who understand.

:hug:

[Kind of Blue]

2. Yes, Godspeed, Irene Hobbs.

If it is any comfort to you OneGrassRoot, I know beyond the shadow of a doubt that slipping out of this life is as easy as slipping out of clothing and suffering does end.
If it is tonight, I pray that the physical transition is so easy that she wakes up revitalized and surrounded by all her loved ones waiting for the reunion. Thank you, Irene Hobbs for taking care of OneGrassRoot and giving her the gift of Unconditional Love, and thereby adding more Love to the world. Amen.

[northernlights]

3. farewell, Irene Hobbs

and thank you for wrapping onegrassroot in unconditional love. :hug:

[I Have A Dream]

4. OneGrassRoot, I'm so sorry that this is happening.

If it is indeed her time to cross over, I ask for the Universe to send its most loving, capable beings to accompany on her journey home so that she can orient herself to the true reality as quickly and easily as possible. I also ask for the Universe to help you to find peace so that your old wounds don't add to the loss that you feel, and to allow you to feel her continued presence in your life from the other side. (This or something better for the highest good of all involved.)

Please know that you're not alone, OneGrassRoot. We're with you in spirit. :hug::hug::hug:

[MorningGlow]

5. Oh, OGR

I'm so sorry to hear that. :hug:

Sending white light to Irene, that if it's her time she will be met and embraced by her loved ones on the other side and will transition quicky, easily, and peacefully.

Sending you white light as well, OGR, for comfort and peace of mind. :hug:

[Sienna86]

6. Sending loving light

to your Grandmother Irene and to you. Hugs to you too this evening.

[ayeshahaqqiqa]

7. Love and Light to your Grandmother

there is joy waiting for her on the other side.

[BlueIris]

8. ((((( Grandma Hobbs )))))

All best to her on the Other Side.

[FirstLight]

9. Prayers, Love & light to your Granny and YOU

I agree that the prayers for anyone making the transition thatr they be easily led on to the next step in their journey... and that you can feel the release she feels and that it may ease your pain of loss..

and also may this be that last painful thing to occur in your world for a long time! ease your stress and let your grief finaly heal...

:grouphug:

[Delphinus]

10. Bless you, OneGrassRoot.

And may Granny Irene's passing to the other side be peaceful and filled with love. :hug:

[MagickMuffin]

11. Seek comfort in the Love of the Universe

The Navigation of the Spirit

This journey will lead to a new path
But it is a journey we all must take
Some sooner than others
The path is illuminated
With Stars beneath my feet
Guiding me who knows where
But where we all shall meet.....

bMorpheus


To OneGrassRoot:hug:

I will meet you on the other side
I'm not gone, I only died
My memories and Spirit will always linger
When you need me, just snap your fingers
I'll be there for you to comfort you
To share my love for you to use

My time has come to say goodbye
But I have not gone, I only died
You were my love, or so I tried
To carry you through this life
Watched you grow, watched you thrive
Never forget our time together
We will never part, not now not ever

bMorpheus

[kentauros]

12. I ask that Archangel Azrael comfort you in your grief

and assist Irene in her peaceful transition.

:hug: to you, Irene and :hug: to you OGR. May you get through this as peacefully

[Dover]

13. A sweet rest, Irene Hobbs, and a gentle transition.

(((Holding you))) One Grass Root in your grief and in celebration of your granny's life and the special love you shared. What a beautiful gift she was in your life and you in hers. :hug:

You've been through a lot of loss, so be very gentle and loving with yourself, attuned to your emotional, bodily and spiritual needs in a nonjudgemental way, and willing to reach out for assistance if you need it.

I also lost several people (and animals) in a short span of time and it was very difficult. I felt a bit like an orphan for awhile - lost, confused, angry, unfinished, emotionally raw, unworthy, depressed, and suddenly less sure of who I was and where I was going....as though I too was going through a death. I essentially curled up in a fetal position and stayed there for awhile, which was probably just what I needed at that time...to a point. But I do wish I had had the wisdom and the inner security to allow myself to be vulnerable enough with others to reach out and/or accept assistance instead of carrying the weight of my loss and fears around for so long. In retrospect it just seems so unnecessary as there are so many loving earth angels out there.
Learning how to receive has been one of my life lessons.

I didn't realize it at the time, but that period also marked the beginning of a significant transformative time that brought a rebirth in every area of my life.

Envisioning you and your granny together surrounded in loving light.

[Sanity Claws]

14. I pray that Irene has a smooth passage

and that you are comforted in your mourning.

[davsand]

15. May your Grandmother's passing be without fear or pain.

It will be one year ago on March 7th that my father passed. As difficult as it has been to adjust to his passing, the biggest comfort I have found is in sharing memories of him with all who knew and loved him.

May your path brighten soon and may you be comforted as you need.

:hug:

Laura

[southerncrone]

16. May you both find beloved peace.

:grouphug:

[Shallah Kali]

17. May her Angel wrap her in his wings

in a cocoon of peace and love
until her beloved ones take her hand
and guide her though the veil
making the passage with ease and grace
raised up by their love
and the light of her own being

namaste

[OneGrassRoot]

18. Please forgive me....

for not reading and reply individually. I appreciate the love and prayers so very much that I know are contained in your responses.

I'm here for a moment to update that this is not a gentle passing at all, and that is what is tearing me up. I absolutely can't bear someone suffering...anyone...and that's always my most fervent prayer: that no one suffer. I know there are reasons why this happens, but I have a hard time detaching from the suffering.

Continued prayers for a gentle passing...she's in dire distress at this stage....thank you all so very much.

I'll keep you posted, and again your prayers and loving energy are more appreciated than I can say.

With Love,


Dena

:grouphug:

[Celebration]

20. you definitely have them

Sorry this isn't smooth. She knows that you love her.

:hug:

[I Have A Dream]

21. I'm praying for her right now, Dena.

:(

:hug:

:grouphug:

[MorningGlow]

24. Pardon the crassness of my question, but is she conscious?

The reason I ask is, just before death, as the soul is getting all its affairs in order, so to speak, the body cannot feel pain, although loved ones by the hospital bedside may perceive it as such.

We all want our loved ones (and ourselves) to pass quietly in sleep, true, but more often than not, it doesn't happen that way. That doesn't mean, however, that the person is suffering.

Still, sending prayers to ensure as smooth a passage as possible. Dena: :hug: :hug: :hug:

[Kind of Blue]

26. I hesitated to pose the same question, MorningGlow

that you've handled so well.

Still sending the peace of a smooth transition to Irene Hobbs and gratitude for the Love she shared with OneGrassRoot.

[MorningGlow]

27. Yes

I come from a very large family, so I've observed many relatives' passings all my life--and of course as I've gotten older, I've been at their bedside instead of in another room, so I've been witness to many "last days", most recently my uncle in July 2007. I can say it helped me to know that however he was behaving in his hospital bed, he wasn't actually feeling what we perceived to be pain on his part.

Sending more light to Irene...

[Flying Dream Blues]

19. Prayers for a peaceful passing and the joy of reunion

with others already in spirit for your dear grandmother Irene. Prayers of comfort and healing for you and your family, and know that your grandmother will always be near, anytime you need her to be.
:hug:

[LiberalEsto]

22. Blessings of light and love

to you and your grandmother

:grouphug:

[lildreamer316]

23. ......

:hug: :hug:
I'm here.

[Silver Gaia]

25. Sending love and light

to you, your sweet Granny, and your family. I am so sorry to hear this. My heart is with you.

:hug:

[lostnotforgotten]

28. We All Hope For A Peaceful Transition

eom

[OneGrassRoot]

29. This thread is what brought me here in earnest back in February....

and the kindness I felt was appreciated so very much.

Granny pulled through back then but has been essentially unresponsive these last six months, just wasting away.

Ms. Irene Hobbs passed on tonight. She is finally at peace. :)

I wanted to let you all know, and that I'll be driving to Alabama soon to attend the funeral.

Thanks in advance for the well wishes and prayers.

:grouphug:

[I Have A Dream]

30. Rest in peace, Ms. Irene Hobbs.

May you pass quickly and easily to the other side, and may you enjoy the wonderful freedom associated with no longer being held back by a frail body.

Universe, please help Irene on her journey to the other side.

Much love & light to you and your family, OGR. :hug:

[Shallah Kali]

33. Peace & light

sent to you and all who loved your dear Grandmother. I wish I knew the right thing to say but I don't so just please take a hug from me :hug:

[northernlights]

34. peace and light to all of your family

May Ms. Irene Hobbs have a safe journey, and may your journey to Alabama to see her off be safe and peaceful as well. :hug:

[MorningGlow]

36. Safe journeys, Ms. Irene Hobbs

And peace and comfort to you and your family, OGR. :hug:

[Flying Dream Blues]

37. Peace and comfort to you and your family, OneGrassRoot...

My grandmother meant the very same unconditional love to me, so I understand how you must be feeling. I believe you will feel her spirit around you now that she's free. Safe travels to you and be kind to yourself as you grieve.
:hug:

[japple]

38. Swift passage for your dear grandmother, OGR

Blessings and peace to you and your family as you celebrate the life of Mrs. Hobbs.

[Digit]

42. Goodnight Irene, peaceful journey....

How touching your bond was.
I only had this with the one grandfather I knew, and I loved him dearly. My other grandparents had all passed by the time I was born.
Peaceful journey Irene Hobbs.

[Eurobabe]

43. Glad that your Grandma is at peace

I know exactly how you feel, I lost my grandmother on August 14, 2005, and I think of her everyday. She too, raised me as a child and loved me unconditionally. It was so hard to see her suffer, I was devastated when she passed, but happy that she was no longer in pain.

Godspeed and RIP Irene Hobbs. :grouphug: for you OGR.

[Cleita]

31. I understand your sadness. My grandmother was very special to me

as well. :grouphug: Let her go in peace. She really won't be gone in spirit. In time you will know.

[JanusAscending]

32. May peace surround you and your beloved Grandma!

and the world keeps turning as we go on, hopefully never losing the feelings of love left behind with the memories. Hugs and prayers for you on your sad journey. Love ya :hug: JA

[get the red out]

35. I am so sorry about your grandmother

[LiberalEsto]

39. Sending blessings

of light, love and peace to you and your grandmother

[wovenpaint]

40. My condolences to you and yours

I'm sorry to hear of your loss-I sent out vibes quietly last night...it's always so hard to lose those that we love.
However, I've come to learn that they're never really that far away from us. This knowledge has given me great comfort and I hope it helps you. Best wishes for peace for you and your family.

[crikkett]

41. Godspeed Irene Hobbs!

Thank you for giving us One Grass Root.
May your journey be wonderful and full of love.

[OneGrassRoot]

44. Thank you ALL.....each and every one of you...

so very, very, very much.

I know my Granny felt your support along her new journey, and I certainly felt it along my own journey last week.

What a blessing to have such loving, supportive energy here that grows and grows each day.

Irene Hobbs is indeed at peace now, and I am grateful. :)



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[Callie McAllie]

45. I'm sorry for your loss

I was out of town and did not see this thread until today. I'm sorry for your loss and glad to know your grandmother is at peace at last.