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Hello Pilgrims,
So, one reason I didn't walk the Camino this year was because of my ankle. But there was also a nagging feeling that I should not go, and I just couldn't put my finger on it.
Well, now I know.
My younger brother has been diagnosed with end stage liver disease. He is on hospice and we've brought him to my mother's home to die. My mother couldn't do this without my help and it would have been horrible if I'd been in Spain when all this happened.
Rather than repeat it all here, you can read the last two posts on my blog at www.caminosantiago2.blogspot.com
If you pray, our family could use your prayers.
If you send energy, we sure could use that too.
I wish you all a Buen Camino and one for my brother as he takes his last pilgrimage home.
Love,
Annie
God will give you strength to go through this, God Bless you. Who said that the walk has to start in any other place than at home? Have a Buen Camino!Hello Pilgrims,
So, one reason I didn't walk the Camino this year was because of my ankle. But there was also a nagging feeling that I should not go, and I just couldn't put my finger on it.
Well, now I know.
My younger brother has been diagnosed with end stage liver disease. He is on hospice and we've brought him to my mother's home to die. My mother couldn't do this without my help and it would have been horrible if I'd been in Spain when all this happened.
Rather than repeat it all here, you can read the last two posts on my blog at www.caminosantiago2.blogspot.com
If you pray, our family could use your prayers.
If you send energy, we sure could use that too.
I wish you all a Buen Camino and one for my brother as he takes his last pilgrimage home.
Love,
Annie
Annie, blessing on your family for strength and faith. We will remember you all at Mass tomorrow and I will bring your brother's memory with me when I journey on the Camino del Norte in July. What is your brothers name. hugs to all of you.Hello Pilgrims,
So, one reason I didn't walk the Camino this year was because of my ankle. But there was also a nagging feeling that I should not go, and I just couldn't put my finger on it.
Well, now I know.
My younger brother has been diagnosed with end stage liver disease. He is on hospice and we've brought him to my mother's home to die. My mother couldn't do this without my help and it would have been horrible if I'd been in Spain when all this happened.
Rather than repeat it all here, you can read the last two posts on my blog at www.caminosantiago2.blogspot.com
If you pray, our family could use your prayers.
If you send energy, we sure could use that too.
I wish you all a Buen Camino and one for my brother as he takes his last pilgrimage home.
Love,
Annie
Prayers go out to you and your dad. I lost my mother on July 1st 2013 with dementia and understand your loss and sorrow. My mon was 91 an active lady who walked everyday for 45 min. It's sad when these things happen but it's part of life you are all in my prayers.My heart goes out to you Annie and I wish you the physical strength and peace of mind to get through this for and with all of your family members.
I burried my father yesterday. He was 87 and had been suffering from dementia. But the last 6 weeks he spent in hospital were heartbreaking. Like you, I watched him have good days, bad days. Good hours, then bad ones. Doctors telling me he would be fine, only to be called a few hours later to be told to rush over.
Despite all this turmoil, the time I took to be with him during these last weeks has been very meaningful and I was blessed to have been able to take this time. Keeping him company even when he didn't know I was there, holding his hand, running to the nurses' station when something would happen so they would care for him, kissing his forheard when I would leave at night to go home and get some rest, making the final decision as to the care he would be receiving, all have provided me with a new level of understanding about life, death and humanity.
My father and I was were far from close, so know that despite what may have transpired in your brother's life, as you elude to in your blog, you will grow from this and become a better human being for it. You will be stronger for it.
But think of also taking care of yourself as well as others, because even when we think were are "fine" and "coping", the body is taking its toll.
My thoughts are with you, and the Camino awaits you to help you heal when it is time.
Hi Ann, take care and stay strong.Thank you all so very much.
Prayers, energy, white universal light, strength and tears, may Gods love ease your pain. Huge hugs.Hello Pilgrims,
So, one reason I didn't walk the Camino this year was because of my ankle. But there was also a nagging feeling that I should not go, and I just couldn't put my finger on it.
Well, now I know.
My younger brother has been diagnosed with end stage liver disease. He is on hospice and we've brought him to my mother's home to die. My mother couldn't do this without my help and it would have been horrible if I'd been in Spain when all this happened.
Rather than repeat it all here, you can read the last two posts on my blog at www.caminosantiago2.blogspot.com
If you pray, our family could use your prayers.
If you send energy, we sure could use that too.
I wish you all a Buen Camino and one for my brother as he takes his last pilgrimage home.
Love,
Annie
Hello Pilgrims,
So, one reason I didn't walk the Camino this year was because of my ankle. But there was also a nagging feeling that I should not go, and I just couldn't put my finger on it.
Well, now I know.
My younger brother has been diagnosed with end stage liver disease. He is on hospice and we've brought him to my mother's home to die. My mother couldn't do this without my help and it would have been horrible if I'd been in Spain when all this happened.
Rather than repeat it all here, you can read the last two posts on my blog at www.caminosantiago2.blogspot.com
If you pray, our family could use your prayers.
If you send energy, we sure could use that too.
I wish you all a Buen Camino and one for my brother as he takes his last pilgrimage home.
Love,
Annie
Hello Annie - so very, very sorry to read this awful news of your brother's 'last illness' My prayers are both with you and with your family. ps. my apologies to you as well....I have only just seen a pm which you sent to me about your ankle and walking with degenerative arthritis.....can you get back to me on this please, but, only when you are ready. Gentle Camino Hugs Susanawee@gmail.comHello Pilgrims,
So, one reason I didn't walk the Camino this year was because of my ankle. But there was also a nagging feeling that I should not go, and I just couldn't put my finger on it.
Well, now I know.
My younger brother has been diagnosed with end stage liver disease. He is on hospice and we've brought him to my mother's home to die. My mother couldn't do this without my help and it would have been horrible if I'd been in Spain when all this happened.
Rather than repeat it all here, you can read the last two posts on my blog at www.caminosantiago2.blogspot.com
If you pray, our family could use your prayers.
If you send energy, we sure could use that too.
I wish you all a Buen Camino and one for my brother as he takes his last pilgrimage home.
Love,
Annie
Buen Camino Annie to you and your family. I carry a list of intentions while walking my Caminos. I will soon start the Poruguese and will light candles in all the churches I enter for those on my list.Hello Pilgrims,
So, one reason I didn't walk the Camino this year was because of my ankle. But there was also a nagging feeling that I should not go, and I just couldn't put my finger on it.
Well, now I know.
My younger brother has been diagnosed with end stage liver disease. He is on hospice and we've brought him to my mother's home to die. My mother couldn't do this without my help and it would have been horrible if I'd been in Spain when all this happened.
Rather than repeat it all here, you can read the last two posts on my blog at www.caminosantiago2.blogspot.com
If you pray, our family could use your prayers.
If you send energy, we sure could use that too.
I wish you all a Buen Camino and one for my brother as he takes his last pilgrimage home.
Love,
Annie
I echo Kanga's words.Rest Annie. Being with your brother in those last days is a great gift, but it takes time to process and to appreciate. For now, you both probably need some peace and good sleep. The days ahead will be hard for you and your mother as you come to terms with your brothers departure. My thoughts are with you.
I'm sending special prayers for your Mom and family. My heart goes out to you all for God's grace.My brother reached his destination at 4:01 am after a hard struggle to let go.
Thank you all for your kind words of love and support.
This was probably the most difficult thing I've ever done.
We are sad, but relieved it's over for him and for all of us.
Thank you.
I love you all.
Annie
My thoughts and Love and prayers are with you and your Mum Annie.... Your brother is at peace now. Now, you have to take time to rest and to heal. Gentle Camino arms around you.My brother reached his destination at 4:01 am after a hard struggle to let go.
Thank you all for your kind words of love and support.
This was probably the most difficult thing I've ever done.
We are sad, but relieved it's over for him and for all of us.
Thank you.
I love you all.
Annie
Annie Dear:Again, thank you all, Camino Family, for your kind thoughts, prayers, and wishes!
They have been a great comfort to me and to my family.
I am home from the mountains and back to work!
This week, I will be getting Joe's group ready for their wonderful first Camino!
I will walk with them (and all of you) in spirit this year but hope to be back on the trail next season.
I'm feeling rested and good after a week with family and friends in the woods.
My mother seems to be coming out of her depression over Mike and doing better.
She has friends from grade school in her little town and they are a beautiful support.
One thing I've learned through this experience is to cherish each and every moment of each and every day and to take even better care of my body.
Life is precious and it is fleeting.
Even the "bad" days are good!
It is a great gift and
I don't plan on wasting one moment of it!
Ultreia!
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