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So this post is pretty late. It was my first week back at work after mom passed away. It was a pretty tough week because I couldn't concentrate on much of anything. On Sunday, I was able to see mom for the first time after she passed away.  

The mortician did a wonderful job of prettying her up. A lot of people complimented how beautiful she was and how it looks as though she's sleeping.  

Mom, I hope you're at peace now and together again with dad.  I sure miss you and will always love you....

46 of 52 of 2024

So this week has been pretty tough.  Losing mom has by far been the hardest thing I'm going thru.  The waves of emotions is crazy tough with them coming and going as the day progresses with no notice whatsoever. 

We finalized her services this week.  We'll be able to visit with her on November 24, 25 and 26 from 5-9p at Glenn Abbey then her last mass will be November 27 at 11a at St John of the Cross with Father Emilio then she'll be laid to rest at Miramar National Cemetery with my dad at 115p.  

I just uploaded 210 photos of her for family and friends to see. 

I'm hoping to finish her Eulogy this week.

I still need to call the cemetery and church to finalize those arrangements.  Hoping to be finished with all this by mid week.  

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My mom passed away today at 603 am.   I held her hand as she exhaled her last breath. 

She briefly squeezed my hand.  

I miss her so much already.

10.30.1939 - 11.11.2024

45 of 52 of 2024

This week has been a tough one.  The nurse advised mom has no more than a week, which means she won't make it past this Wednesday. 

Shes suffering now and all I can do is pray and hope she goes peacefully. 

A few family and friends came by to say their last goodbyes.  It's been really tough watching mom wither away so slowly.

It's great to see how many love her.  The finality of this has not set in yet for me.  

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So Hannah dressed up and went trick or treating with a couple friends this year. 

Mom had a lot of visitors this week.  Ate Oliva and her husband Tom came Monday. Shaune, Ate Evelyn and Kuya Chris came on Friday.  Uncle Romy, Che, Sophia, Phil and Angie came on Saturday.  Then MahJay and Auntie Josie came today along with their families.  

It's been very bitter sweet seeing these people.  This will likely be the last time they see her alive.  

With Ed visiting it seems mom is waiting for Kuya Danny before she can peacefully go.