November 2008 Weddings
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Update

So DH's aunt passed away yesterday afternoon.  It is awful, just tragic.  Her grandaughter is DH's god-daughter and she basically raised her until 7 (she's 9 now).  She had a panic attack last night about the thought of her grandma's organs being donated.  I had a talk with MIL and I went out today and bought her one of those mama necklaces where the mama is holding the baby inside a heart and told DH to give it to her later tonight (he is still over there).  I thought it would be sort of symbolic...like you have grandma in your heart type thing.  I hope she finds it comforting.

In other news, my grandparents are visiting this weekend from PA (this was planned before) so I am being torn in a 1000 different directions because DH's 50000000 aunts/uncles/cousins are in town too.  DH made it clear though that my grandparents get priority over baby time which is awesome but I feel bad about it still.  It is great getting to see my grandparents but I will be glad when the next 5 days is over

This is way rambly.  Sorry.  I just  am so amazed at DH's family - his mom has thirteen brothers and sisters and ALL OF THEM + their spouses + their kids are coming for the services.  Its nuts!  Its beautiful in a way though.

 Also his aunt's kidneys (both), liver, and corneas were all transplanted so she continues to give the gift of life in a way :) 

I need to sleep. 

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  • Oh hon I am sorry about Dh's aunt.  My thoughts are with your family and I hope you find peace in the coming days.  I firmly believe that organ donation is a gift of life and an incredible gesture.
  • My thoughts and prayers go out to DH and his family.
  • T&P with all of you.  And how wonderful that her organs were able to be donated and give others such an amazing gift. 
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  • Sorry to hear about DHs aunt!  That was so sweet of you to get the neckace for his god-daughter.  I'm sure she'll love it.

    I am so glad his aunt could give the gift of life!  Organ donation is so wonderful!

  • So sorry to hear about your DH's aunt. And it's so wonderful that the whole family is coming for the service. Poor god-daughter! I think that she will appreciate that nice gift you got her. And it's great that she donated her organs so part of her will continue to live. Sorry for your loss.
  • I love the idea of organ donation... she still lives on...

    I'm very sorry for your and DH's loss..., but hope you can find a happy time with the PA grandparents!  

    I hope the god-daughter appreciates the gift-that's so sweet!

  • I'm so sorry to hear about dh's aunt. It is great that something positive can come from her death. I hope those organ recipients have a bit of her spirit now too. I hope the massive family in town doesn't get too stressful...it can definitely be a bit much.
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  • What a sweet gesture to DH's god-daughter.  I hope it helps bring her some comfort.

    T&P's to all of you!

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  • Keeping you, your DH, and his family in my T&P's. 

    I think the necklace is very sweet thing to do - hope it brings her peace and comfort during this difficult time. 

  • Oh my you have a lot going on right now.  I am sorry to hear about DH's aunt, but it is nice that she was able to help make other peoples lives better.
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  • I'm so sorry to hear about DH's aunt.  T&P
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  • Oh Rachel, I am so sorry. I hope you guys can find peace and I'll be thinking of you and DH's family.
  • awwwwe i am sorry to hear this :(

     

    I think it is amazing that she donated all those organs to other people though! Thats an amazing gift!

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