take care of yourself

[EdontheBeach]

A couple weeks ago one of my sisters died. It was unexpected and caught all of us flat footed…she was much younger than I am. I have friends who have endured losing a sibling, but it’s new to me. About the time I think I’m cried out, I find that’s not the case. Today I had another teary, slobber moment. The experience is remarkably emotional and painful.


Even more so, I imagine, for her husband, kids and grandkids. LAWD, she was out of her mind NUTS for those grandkids…and they were nuts about her. The oldest is only 11 and Cindy won’t see them grow up. She was really enjoying that experience.


Here is the thing: Take Care of Yourself! Stop the needless sugar intake. Lose the fat. Stop smoking. Get good exercise. Eat healthier. Don’t rationalize with yourself. Do all those things you already know you should be doing.


Be around for your grandkids. Turns out they’re pretty neato; you don’t wanna miss that.

 

[pontiacgp]

Sorry for your loss, sounds like your sister was was one of those great people who always seem to pass on before their time. That is some great advise you are giving and it is true grandkids are neat and they are fun to be around. We won't let our grandkids smoke, drink, eat poorly and lay around watching tv cause we are older and wiser so then why do we do it...

 

[Streetbu]

Sorry for your loss 🙁 I quit smoking two and a half years ago. Realized I'd like to see my teenage son get married and start a family some day...

 

[Doug Chahoy]

Really sorry for your loss. I've got 5 siblings, we're all in our 60s. It's scary for sure. We're all close.

 

[mikester]

So sorry for your loss.

 

[melloelky]

i'm sorry for your loss Ed,i can't imagine what you're going through.

 

[fleming442]

Can I do 4 out of 5?
I get it, brother; nothing gets easier.

 

[Bonnewagon]

You are absolutely correct- tragedy comes out of nowhere and hits hard. I'm glad your Sister was able to experience the joy of being a Mother as that is the true highlight of a Woman's life. Being a Grandma is a pretty close second. Being healthy is good advice even though most of us don't pay attention to that until we are old and it's too late. I am at the age when most of my friends are in the hospital or in the ground. I feel sorriest for her Grandkids as they are too young for this. I'm sure you will step in to help them cope. Stay strong.

 

[Longroof79]

Ed,
My deepest condolences to you and your family. It's not easy losing a family member. I too lost my sister some years back from an unexpected aneurysm. She was 4 yrs older than me and I looked up to her. I miss her dearly.

Thank you for your good advice. At 68, I'm doing my best to take care of myself. I could be doing a little better as far as diet is concerned, but I'm not overweight, I don't smoke, don't drink, no red meat, I walk an hour everyday.
Again, I'm sorry for your loss.

 

[1evilregal]

sorry for your loss. I lost my oldest brother when I was 12 (he was only 19). he left behind a wife and 3 month old daughter, and a 2 year old girl that he was in the middle of adopting, and I wish that they'd gotten the chance to know him, even just a little bit.
even though it's been 38 years that he's been gone, I still think about him alot, but most of the sadness has been replaced by great memories of him.it does get easier, but will take some time. my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.