A friend of ours lost her dad two days ago and her mom today. Both parents were elderly and have been sickly for quite some time. She, along with her siblings, have been caring for both. She had a two hour trip one way just to get there and for at least three months I think she's been at their bedside nearly non-stop.
Dad's death was somewhat sudden. Mom was in hospice for nearly two months after fighting cancer. I can't imagine losing both of my parents at the same time. But, I'd imagine there has to be some sense of relief knowing neither will never have to suffer or deal with the medical ailments that controlled their lives for years. Now they both can be together and live their lives in peace eternally. Although their children's lives may be in shambles now, having to deal with two deaths at one time, they too will eventually find peace knowing they treated their parents with dignity and respect by caring for them til their final moments here on Earth. They will come to accept Mom and Dad moved on to their next chapter of their life. Good memories will overshadow bad and with those memories, a little piece of Mom and Dad will always be with them.
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Wow... how terrible. Prayers will be extended to them.
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