Just wanted to let you all know that Carol's dad had a stroke yesterday morning.  (He doesn't have MM, but is older with other physical ailments.)  She pm'd me late last night, and I didn't see her message until this morning.  She was afraid he might not be around much longer, and mentioned she may have to be away from this board for a little bit of time.

Anyway, I just thought everyone should know so we can send some thoughts and prayers her way.  She has been wonderful in offering her support to so many of us, and I know it will mean alot to her to get some of it back in her time of need.

Hugs to everyone,
Jill

Oh Carol, I'm so sorry. I will be keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Carol,

I'm so sorry to hear about your dad's stroke.  I hope everything will be o.k.  I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.  Remember, keep your chin up and know that we are all here to support you any way we can.  If you need ANYTHING at all, please do not hesitate to ask.  

Michelle

Carol

So sorry to hear about your dad --- stay strong.  I will keep your family in my prayers

Janice

I hope everything turns out okay. You will definately have my thoughts and best wishes. I am so sorry you are having to go though this. :(

Carol - Sending thoughts and hugs  [smiley=hug.gif][smiley=hug.gif][smiley=hug.gif][smiley=hug.gif][smiley=hug.gif][smiley=hug.gif][smiley=hug.gif][smiley=hug.gif][smiley=hug.gif][smiley=hug.gif]......

-Shari

Thanks so much for your kind thoughts !!!  It was an heart attack that triggered the stroke on his good side of the brain which bleed as his blood was very thin...when 911 came he was aware of what was going on...when mom asked him to say "Hi Nancy"...he did...but as the bleeding continued...he went into a deep sleep...the doctors say that there isn't much they can do except keep him comfortable...giving him 48 hours...but when they couldn't wake him up yesterday...they said he's in a coma...and to proceed on to hospice which is where he went last night...a matter of time before he passes on...while it is very hard to take...he's been waiting for this time and wanting to be with Karen (been gone 30 years), my sister....but sweet Cara has been what has kept him going.  The doctors have told Mom that he will never be back to what he was the day before stroke...been finding myself looking at old photos of Dad and thinking so much about how many different variations of diseases of the brain there are besides MM....and the valuable purpose of its function.  I'll be back soon...tight hugs to all of you.  CarasMOM

Carol,I am so sorry to hear what your family is going through.I will keep you all in my prayers.Your so right about diseases of the brain.My family is full of them it seems.......
(((HUGS)))
Mary Grace

How I need a hug. :-[
As I write this post, I have my dad's wedding ring on one of my fingers that was just removed from his hand.
The good lord just took him about an hour ago.
Last night I knew something was going to happen.
I hugged one of my favorite pictures of him and me.
And said the longest prayer including telling him what
a wonderful father he has been.
Now he is at peace.

Have not told my kids yet...but will when they get home.
The funeral will be back east in Maryland....he'll be buried next to my sister on the Eastern Shore.

Thank you so much guys for your kindest words, thoughts and prayers.

CarasMOM

Carol, I am thinking of and praying for you and your entire family.  May the wonderful memories of your father be a comfort to you now and always.  I'm glad he passed peacefully.
Hugs and prayers,
Chelsie

Carol, I am so sorry to hear that...Losing your father I'm sure is very painful.I lost my dad 23 yrs ago this month.I still have very strong and fond memeories.It was ahrd for a very long time,my heart goes out to you.I know you said he's been sick but that doesn't take all the pain away.Sending prayers for your family.I pray for the strength you need, and that your memories stay strong and very loving.I also send  another big (((HUG))).
Mary Grace

Carol,

Please remember that your loss is shared by many friends here who care. We prayerfully remember your father who has returned home to the peace and happiness of God, and our prayers are that you and your family find the courage to face tomorrow in the love of family and friends that surrounds you today.  [smiley=hug.gif]  

Mar

Carol,
       Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Just remember you will see him again someday.
                    Nancy

I am so sorry for your loss and the pain I'm sure you are feeling right now. But at the same time, I am happy for your dad that he is at peace now and with his daughter once agian. Hold your memories close and your love for him even closer and he will never be gone.  [smiley=hug.gif]

Carol,
You and your family is in my prayers. I lost my mom less than a month after Tyler's surgeries.
Rena

Carol,

So sorry for your loss. I am sure your father has been there for you all your life and from now it goes on without him and that is so sad and sometimes hard to accept.
Sending you many warm thoughts from us in Sweden! :'( :-*

Take care

Annica and Louise

Carol,

Sorry to hear of the death of your father.  I am sure he is looking over Cara health and his family.  He will always be in  your heart.

Janice

[b]Carol,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father.  Please know that we all here are sending our prayers and sympathies to you and your family. Try to find comfort in the knowledge that you will see him again one day and he is at peace with your sister.  Be joyful also that he will continue to look down upon you and your family and will be very proud in the fact that he has raised a daughter to become a very strong and compassionate woman.  Carol you continue to give encouragement to those here in this web site even in one of your darkess hours and it has not gone unnoticed-you truly are a remarkable woman! [smiley=heart.gif]
All my prayers,
Kathleen[/b]

Dear CARAsmom,
My heart and prayers are with you and your family. Please take comfort in the fact that you will see your father again someday. May God Bless You and your family!  [smiley=heart.gif]                       laura twin a

Carol,
 We are very sorry to hear of your loss.  Please accept our deapest sympathy.
                      As always,
                     The Rowlands

Hello Carol,
                        My heart goes out to you and your family. I am sorry for your loss, You and your family will be in my thought and prayers.
                                             Lena

You guys are amazing !!!!  It is so heartwarming to get all these wishes, thoughts and prayers.  We're all making plans, figuring out things and getting organized for the trip on top of the daily routine.  I take off on Thursday morning and get back late Sunday night...hoping no snowstorm crosses our paths until we return to AZ.

Many thanks again and again,  CarasMOM

Carol, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this especially hard time.

Teresa