I woke up to a phone call from my sister today telling me that our father had a stroke and is in the hospital. In all the 10 years that I've been away from home I've never had to go back for an "emergency visit", but I'll be flying to Texas tomorrow and staying through Saturday. My mom of course told me that he's doing a little better (as in, he is trying to talk) and for me not to spend so much money on a ticket or miss school to fly down there; it's like she feels bad for interrupting my life and doesn't want to worry me since I'm so far away...but I can't not go. Mikey reiterated what I already knew, that you can't put a price on seeing family in times like this. Honestly, I was afraid to interrupt my school too and get behind etc., but I wouldn't be able to live with myself if anything worse..became of this. I hope he is getting better and I know my mom will need the help at home taking care of him since she is currently applying for a new job and might have interviews to go to. My brother and sister have new babies and full time jobs, so I know I can be of help and I'd be more than happy to do it. Please send prayers for my father to get better and to be able to talk soon, and for my mom to get a job where she is happy and treated with respect. I know she'll need that more than ever now if my dad can't go to work for a while.
Thank you. Sorry for sharing such gloomy news with y'all....I just believe in the power of prayer and good vibes in general, and if any of y'all (my friends) pray, then I'd be thankful if y'all could send some my family's way.
Love,
Roni
I am so sorry Roni! Don't be sorry for this "gloomy" post. Life happens. But I hope that your father gets well soon. I will put your family in my prayers and I am sending you all good vibes!!
ReplyDeleteRoni, oh no! Oh, my heart hurts hearing this. Don't worry about school, everything will work out. Go be home and be with your Dad and enjoy your family. I'll be thinking about you.
ReplyDeleteOh no Roni! I hope your dad gets better soon. You are a smart cookie so I'm sure you will have no problem catching up on what you miss at school! Don't even worry about it, family is definitely more important. Thinking of you!
ReplyDeleteOh thats awful news! I am so sorry. My heart goes out to you and your family.
ReplyDeleteI hope he feels better, & good luck to your mama!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness Roni, I'm so sorry to hear this! Sending you & your family all the "good vibes" I possibly can. Don't worry your pretty little head about school, family is so important & I'm sure they'll all appreciate you being there!
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry :/ Hope he feels better dear!
ReplyDeleteRoni - I know how news like this can rock your world. You are doing everything you can in your power - going to help, praying and putting it out there to the universe. I am sending you healing thoughts for you and your family. I think you will be a source of comfort to your mom, dad and family. And Mike is right -- you can't put a price on being together with loved ones when they - and you - need it most. It will work out when you get back. Trust. Faith. Sending you love and hugs my little friend. xxoo
ReplyDeleteHey, friend...I am responding here but I am most likely going to text you too. I will be praying for your family and your daddy. Please, keep me posted and definitely let me know if there is ANYTHING Chris and I can do. Love you*
ReplyDeleteOh Roni... I am so sorry Love! I hope you had a safe trip there and that everything is ok. Thoughts and prayers coming your way from CA! ::smooches::
ReplyDeleteLove & Lollies... Jessa
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I'm so sorry Roni. Rest assured you will be in my prayers! I hope you have a safe trip and that everything turns out fine! :)
ReplyDeleteLadies,
ReplyDeleteI am beyond touched by all the love, prayers, and good vibes. My family felt them all the way in Texas! My dad is back home and doing A-OKAY. He made a very speedy recovery and was back to his old routine the day he got home from the hospital. I can only imagine it's because of all your gracious prayers and thoughts. Thank y'all SO much!