Another Sad Day

I got a call from bf this morning that my SIL phoned us at home and told him my brother had passed away last night.  It happened much more quickly than anyone thought, but at least his wife & kids were with him, and I think that was most important.  I’m very sad for my SIL and nephews - such a loss! I phoned my SIL late this morning and it was just heartbreaking.  I also phoned my mother, who had gotten the news last night, and she was very composed.  How awful to think of your own child dying before you.  I’m happy to have seen my brother at Christmas, and also in November. 

Focusing on work has been difficult today, but I’m trying.  Before I got bf’s call, there was an admin issue that included a conf call with the boss.  Didn’t need that, and I don’t really care if the admins think my behavior is due to that or not.  I’m not interested in saying anything to them about either.  I will leave my boss a message later today that I will be out of the office at some point to travel to the funeral, but I already had informed her of that on Monday. 

Not sure what I’ll do with myself after work. 

14 Comments so far

  1. ceejay57 on April 22nd, 2009

    (((hugs))) This is a trying time for you and your family.

  2. kelly on April 22nd, 2009

    (((Laura))) I am so sorry for your loss. Best thing to do now is just be there for SIL and kids, even if it is only on the phone.

    HUGS!

  3. espencer on April 22nd, 2009

    {{{{Hugs Laura}}}} I’m so sorry for your loss and especially for your nephews. How tragic. Do take care.

  4. lindat on April 22nd, 2009

    Laura I am so sorry to hear of your brother’s passing. This is going to be such a hard time for your whole family. I hope you can spend some time with them as all of you are going to need each other.. especially those little boys!

  5. Conne on April 22nd, 2009

    Laura i am so sorry for your loss, hugs to you and your family through this time !!!!

  6. majestichollyhock on April 22nd, 2009

    ((((((Laura))))))) holding you in my heart.

  7. loosingme on April 22nd, 2009

    Oh Laura…I am sorry to read this sad news. You are in my thoughts. HUGS!

  8. fatstorer on April 22nd, 2009

    Laura, I’m so sorry for your loss. You’re in my thoughts & prayers.

  9. madcat on April 22nd, 2009

    I’m so sorry to hear this, Laura. My thoughts are with you and your family.

  10. moonfairy on April 22nd, 2009

    ((hugs)). How sad. I don’t even know what to say. I will say a special prayer for your family. :(

  11. chubs35 on April 22nd, 2009

    ((((HUGS)))) I’m so sorry. You and your family are in my prayers.

  12. ruthxxx on April 23rd, 2009

    So very sad for you and your family, Laura. I am sure you are very comforted knowing you did see him in November and at Christmas. Take care of yourself as you mourn and heal.

  13. espencer on April 24th, 2009

    I imagine you’re on your way to the funeral, but I wanted to check in and give you a virtual {{{hug}}}. Thinking about you lots.

  14. loosingme on April 27th, 2009

    Yes, I am just popping in to check on you. Thinking of you…HUGS!

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