Sad News

[JCarlson2004]

As some of you may know, I lost my Katie on Sunday. Then I lost my mom on Monday. I saw the other 2 threads and I want to thank you all so much for your kind words of comfort and prayers. My whole family really needs it right now and they all appreciate it. The funeral is going to be held tomorrow, Wednesday, November 16th, from 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. and then in the evening from 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. We decided to only have a 1 day funeral because my grandmother cannot handle 2 days -- it's just too much for her to cope with right now. So Thursday we will go to Staten Island to bury her around 10 a.m.

I'm just so numb right now. First I lost my Katie on Sunday. It was so terrible. The last thing I remember was falling asleep on the couch with Codie and Katie around 2 p.m. Then around 4:20 Jim came running into the house and he was screaming for me to wake up because Katie was hit by a car. I was in total shock because I was asleep and I didn't know that Katie was outside. But what happened was Jim was waiting by the door for our friends to come over for dinner. Jim saw them parking their car and took Katie outside to greet them. While they were chatting, Katie just unexpectedly leaped out of Jim's arms. He said he didn't even have a chance to react because she was hit by the car literally seconds after she jumped. So Jim and I rushed her over to the vet -- which is luckily only 3 blocks away from my house. But when we got there they only confirmed our worst fears. I knew in my head that Katie was already gone -- blood was pouring from her mouth and her tongue and gums were white -- but I didn't want to hear it in my heart. When they told me that she was already gone, I vomited on the floor. I was so sick from shock that I just couldn't help it. I guess it was just all to much for me -- especially because Jim and I were covered in her blood. I was just so sick from it all. Anyway, I couldn't bare to leave Katie at the vet's office by herself so we wrapped her up in a blanket and took her to my parent's house. My dad wrapped her up and put her in the freezer over night.

The next day (Monday), my parents took Jim and I out for breakfast. Then we went home to pick up Katie and take her to be cremated. After that was over, we drove to a park where my dad is a member to fly model airplanes. He had left something there the day before so we stopped by for him to pick whatever it was up. So my dad went to pick it up and the 3 of us -- Jim, my mom and me -- got out of the car and sat down on the bleachers. We were all just chatting and talking and then totally out of the blue my mom said that she felt dizzy and as she said those words, she started to slump over. So Jim and I laid her down on the floor and my dad came running out because he heard me screaming. Jim and my dad performed CPR until the ambulance came but she was already gone. They shocked her 3 times and then continued CPR all the way to the hospital. But she was dead before she even hit the ground and they were never able to restart her heart. She just went so fast. When I found out that was she gone, I passed out on the floor and hit my head. I had to get 2 small stitches on the left side of my face but I'm ok other than that. I'm just so thankful that she didn't suffer or feel any pain. She never would have wanted to be in a hospital and hooked up to machines.

On top of all this I've had bronchitis since Thursday. But I guess that's the worst of my problems right now.

Thank you all again for your kind thoughts and prayers. I might not be on YT for a while because I've got to take care of my dad and grandma. But please know that I appreciate all your kindness and support.

Please say a prayer for my little Katie. The only comfort that I have is knowing that she's already at the Rainbow Bridge waiting for me.

[MeganS]

Oh my gosh. I was crying the whole way through your post. I knew that Katie and your mom had both passed, but this explained it a lot more. I'm so very very sorry for your losses. Your entire family is in my thoughts and prayers. I've been thinking about all of you nonstop. I know that words can't really help right now, and I don't even know what to say. But my thoughts and prayers are with you, and we're always here if you need to talk.

[fasteddie]

I am very sorry to hear about your family's losses. We have all been thinking about you and sending positive thoughts your way. I hope Katie did not have to suffer any pain either. It's very sad that you had this much happen to you in just two days.

Please take care, get better yourself (from your stitches and bronchitis), and be careful.

[ldenise]

I am so very sorry for you and your family. I lost my mom just a year ago and it still is awful hard on me. my mother had alzheimers and we really lost her a few years before that but it didnt make it any easier. I know how much it hurts. my thoughts and prayers will be of you and your family. too

[christelnpeawee]

I can't believe how much you have been through in just the past few days. You and your family are in my heart and prayers. Please let us know how you are doing. Take care of yourself and God Bless!

[rnnw62]

Well, I sure didn't make it through your post with dry eyes...
I am so sorry that you have had to endure so much pain in
such a short amount of time. Please know my thoughts,
prayers and heart are with your family. Hugs...

[michiko]

I am really really sorry about your losses.. it must have been hard for you to share with us about what happened.. but we all pray for you and your family.

[Itspuppyluv]

I'm so sorry for everything you have been through. To suffer such loss, one right after the other, my heart goes out to you and your family. Take care of yourself and know we are all thinking of for you.

[Latuya]

I am so sorry for your loss. I just lost my aunt the same way. My heart goes out to you and your family. It is so hard! I know. I can't go more then 2 days without calling her house phone to hear her voice. But every time I do I'm a mess! I can't help it. I feel it's the only thing left of her thats real. I know that they are both in a better place, but I can't help but be selfish by wanting here with us.

My desk is full of tissues,,, I feel so bad for you. Sending you warm hugs! We are all here for you!

[kewtee]

It grieves me to hear your story - you have been having such a hard time. I am sorry for the loss of your mother and Katie.
And what a chock it must be to experience two sudden deaths so rapidly after one another. I can only imagine what it must be like to be you, but I wish there was something I could do to relieve the pain you are in.
Thinking about you.

[YorkieShadow]

Im so sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

[MyTyYorkie]

My deepest sympathy to you and your family...

[bettyeanne]

Jennifer, I am so sorry. We will be praying that you will have strength during these trying times. God bless you and your family.

[StewiesMom]

Jennifer - I cannot even put into words how I feel. I am crying so hard right now for you and your family. Much love from Stewie & me. I can't even imagine what you're going through.

Hugs & Kisses,
Kristy & Stewie

[eensor]

Oh Sweetie! How tragic! I lost my mother last year to Alzheimer's and then my precious Gracie in February. Gracie too was run over in our driveway. She ran under the wheels as our son was pulling in. I cannot imagine what you are going through. You have been in my prayers and thoughts.

Michelle sent me some things yesterday--a book of prayers and a devotional book. I'd like to share a verse with you right now.

"He reached down from on high and took hold of me; He drew me out of deep waters." Psalm 18:16

I hope this and other verses will help you. Sometimes I Google "Bible" and read verses that strengthen me. Please take care of yourself, as well as your dad and grandmother! Don't forget about your needs in all of this. It helps to write down your feelings, and talk to people. You may pm me for my phone # if you ever need to talk with someone. Love, Elizabeth

"Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you."