Cathy from southern Ontario

Hey Cathy...Thinking about you and keeping you and your mom in prayer. Hope she is doing okay, and able to endure the rigors of therapy...it can get pretty painful at times, and certainly tiring. Most importantly, you must take care of yourself. Its more difficult being a caregiver than many realize! May your mom's healing restore and rejuvenate, and may you have inner peace and reassurance that all will be well!

Hello Cathy - I just wanted to say, "HI." How is your mom doing? I hope you are holding up okay. Here is wishing a Sunny Day for you.

Cathy - keep your head up and smile. Your mom has a lot of work ahead of her & your help and pushing will be needed. You may need to practice the smile, but keep it flowing along with your love. When you need support - which you will - you know where to turn and your second choice should be your friends here - you have plenty and our prayers are with you.

As ever Cathy, only positive thoughts. to your Mum for her rehab.

Cathy, you should know my thoughts are with you and your Mom. Be strong, patient and loving. My best to your Mom.

Hello Cathy, I came by to wish your Mom in her recovery.
My mom had a mini stroke in May. No lasting damage this time but now it is just a matter of time until another one. Hopefully a long time.

Cathy, thoughts and prayers for you and your mom. Wishing your mom all the best in her recovery. I know what it is like, so just hang in there! Take care of yourself!

Dear Cathy,

What terrible news. Keep the faith - recoveries are possible. Although you are going through a rocky time now, you should think about yourself, too. Strokes tend to run in families, but they can often be prevented through diet and exercise, so while you are tending to your mother, please also take the time to take good care of yourself! I know from whence I speak - my dear mother, her sister and their mother (my grandmother) all suffered from mini-strokes, so I have made some fairly drastic changes in my lifestyle over the past several years.

My very best wishes, Jane

Cathy, I am so sorry to hear of your Mothers latest stroke. I lost my Mother to a stroke several years ago. It is very hard watching someone you love go through this. Take care of yourself, allow God to watch over your Mother.

Cathy - I am so terribly sorry to hear that your Mother has had another stroke. My thoughts are with you at this time.

Hello, Cathy! I'm so sorry to hear of your Mom's additional stroke. Unfortunately, it will probably make recovery that much more difficult for her. So, we'll just re-double our positive thoughts, energy, and prayers for her, and for you and your family as you face a new day. Best wishes to all of you!

Just popping in to let you know I am thinking of you. It must be so difficult to remain positive at this time, take care of yourself xx

Cathy, I'm so sorry your Mom has had another stroke. What a terrible time for her, and for you.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Take care...

Cathy, I am so sorry to hear of this setback for your Mother. I am keeping your mother, you, and your family in my thoughts and prayers ♥

That's no good, mate. At least she is already in the rehab scheme so when she rallies from this one, she can get straight back into it.
Remember to look after yourself because you are important to us. Cyber hugs and kisses.

Love and hugs for you, Cathy.
This is a really hard time for you, and you and yours are in my thoughts.

Dear Cathy, there have already been so many expressions of care & concern for your mom, it's hard to find any more words to say. Those who have been in your situation understand very well what you & your family are going through. Love, sympathy, & prayers go out to you daily.

Sorry to hear about your Mom. My thoughts are with you both.

These are rough times for you, Cathy, and I'm glad that you are seeking support from your friends here. Add my prayers and love to those already expressed. You're a strong lady, and you will find the strength you need. XO

Cathy, I was so sorry to hear of your mother's set back. You, your mother and all of your family continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.

Cooee mate, just popping in to check you're ok, I don't expect good but ok will do! Know you are in our thoughts.

Hi Cathy - I am just dropping in to say and I hope you have a good day. It is nice and sunny here. I hope you have the sunshine too.

Cathy, sorry to read that your mom had a setback. Keeping you and yours in my thoughts. Take care of yourself.

Cathy, just wanted to stop back & check to see how things are going. I've been wondering if your mom has a Living Will. My mom made sure our family & her drs. had very clear written & verbal instructions about what she wanted done (or NOT done) in the event she could not make medical decisions for herself. She did not want a feeding tube or any extreme efforts to prolong her life. One of the hardest things I ever had to do in my life was honor her wishes, but in the end I did as she asked. My daughters, who are both nurses, assured me that I did the right thing, but to this day I still wonder??? My thoughts & prayers are with you.

Thinking of you Cathy, treasure the memories that you hold so dear, André xx

Cathy - please accept my deepest sympathy for you and your family in your very sad loss. You are in my thoughts.

Dear Cathy, please know that your extended family shares your grief. Your mother is now at peace, and though it probably seems that your pain will last forever, eventually the happy memories will prevail. xxx Jane

Cathy, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. It is so difficult to say goodbye to a loved one. I know you will cherish all the wonderful memories. How fortunate she was to have such a wonderful daughter!
Take care, sweetie.

Cathy, you have my heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your mom. It must have been great comfort to your mom to have you by her side. Your mom, you and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers. Cherish all the memories you have of her and know that she and your dad will be watching over you together. Take care.

Cathy , please accept my sincere condolences.

Cathy and Family, my sincerest sympathy to all of you on this difficult day. Prayers and warm thoughts are with all of you as you face each new day. Share your memories with each other and savor them. It is never easy, but eventually you will be able to understand how much better your Mom's new life is compared to what it would have been. Great big Sudoku hugs to you!

CATHY, I will hold you and your family close in my thoughts and in my heart as you go through the comming days. May you know the comfort of the wonderful memories of your mom, and have someone to share those memories with.

I lost my mom 2 years ago, so if you need someone to talk with who has been there, feel free to send me a message.

Take time to take care of yourself, that is important now.

So sorry to hear about your mother. It sounds like you have a faith - may that sustain you. God is good and knows what we can bear. My prayers are with you and your family at this time.

Cathy~my deepest sympathy to you and your family for at loss of your Mother
your in my thoughts and prayers

Cathy, so sorry to hear about your mother. May she live on in your heart and memory. Take care of yourself and know you are in my thoughts.

Dear Cathy - I am so very sorry to hear about your mother. Your mother must have been a wonderful person to have raised a daughter like you. You and your family are in my prayers.

Dearest Cathy, I hope your heart ache will be soothed by the mere beautiful thoughts and memories of your mum. It is so obvious that you had a deep love for her. You were both blessed to have had each other. May God bless you and your family.

My dear Cathy, Having travelled the road you now embark on, I can only assure you that the pain becomes less noticeable as the fun times, the sharing times or the just plain silly times come into focus more and more. Your Mom was fortunate in having a loving family looking out for her interest, and I'm sure her life was extended by that fact. She is now free of pain and worry. Its now time to take care of yourself so that you can deal with the minutia that builds during an illness and death. May God in HIS wisdom grant you the strength and will to do what now must be done. May Peace find you in due time. I can and do offer you love, prayers and a willing ear if and when you wish to talk. I have found that to be a great way of dealing with my feelings. Another comforting project for me, was to gather all of the cards and condolence messages, pictures of my Mom in different situations and phases of her life, along with other mementos, and prepared a memorial album/scrapbook that I still enjoy picking up and leafing through. My kids and grands have told me that it helped make my Mom's life more lasting to them. Just some ideas to ponder...nothing more. Sometimes one has done it all beforehand...whatever helps...do! Most importantly...Trust yourself and Time, God will see you through. Peace!

I'm very sorry about your mom, Cathy. What a beautiful lady! You expressed concern about not having her around to talk things over ... my mom died 16 years ago, on Mothers' Day, of all things ... and I STILL talk with her very day. You were around her a lot of years ... and you will "hear" her answers to you. Think about her and chat with her, and she will help ease your pain. I, too, am happy that you have your faith ... turn to it and accept the comfort. XOXO

I read Mamacita's message. Ditto doesn't say it all. She will always be a part of you, sometimes there with a touch on the shoulder or a word to direct you (maybe it is just a memory of something she said or did) at a time you need encouragement or direction. Listen to it, feel it and know it comes out of her love.

I know you will be very busy for the next few days dealing with the details. I hope you will make her memorial service a celebration of her life - with all the great memories of the times you and others shared with her. You may learn things about her, you never knew before.

My prayers are for you and your family. Take time to grieve for your loss. But know her final prayer has been answered. She is at peace with the Lord.