My mom died last week. Cycling is more important to me than ever...
08-12-05, 01:34 AM
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Just to let you guys and girls know that even though you expend alot of energy in your adult life trying to "flee the nest" and establish your own identity as a grown-up, please take to time to say hi to your folks and spend more time with them than you think you should - even though parents can be annoying and treat you like a child even when you're 45 years old - I now see that's it's natural - you'll always be their baby boy or girl to them...
I learned this the hard way when my mother's health took a turn for the worse and unexpectantly passed away at only 66 years of age.
She was an old-fashioned "June Cleaver" 1950's type mom who lived solely for her children and was content to be a homemaker. You always think that your parents are going to be there and you just never know...none of us are guaranteed tomorrow.
I'm glad I took up cycling 5 months ago out of the blue...it's been real helpful the past few days as a way with venting frustration, anger, and loss.
I'll be dedicated to getting into the best shape of my life and living until I'm 90+
I learned this the hard way when my mother's health took a turn for the worse and unexpectantly passed away at only 66 years of age.
She was an old-fashioned "June Cleaver" 1950's type mom who lived solely for her children and was content to be a homemaker. You always think that your parents are going to be there and you just never know...none of us are guaranteed tomorrow.
I'm glad I took up cycling 5 months ago out of the blue...it's been real helpful the past few days as a way with venting frustration, anger, and loss.
I'll be dedicated to getting into the best shape of my life and living until I'm 90+
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08-12-05, 01:38 AM
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I'm sorry to hear that, man. My mom is the same way with her children.
Keep your head up and it's good to hear the positive vibes.
Keep your head up and it's good to hear the positive vibes.
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Sorry to hear about your loss. I couldn't imagine how it would feel to lose my mother, but I know that it is probably one of the harder tests in life. I hope your cycling, friends and other family members help you in getting through this time.
08-12-05, 01:43 AM
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My dad passed away 9 years ago. I still think about him every day. He died after a long illness so we had some time to talk. I asked him how long it took him to get over his dad's death. He said he never did. Now I know what he meant. You never get over it. You just learn to live with the loss. Focusing on positive activities can be very helpful. A guy I went to high school with crawled into a bottle after his mom died and he has yet to make it out.
08-12-05, 01:45 AM
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i'm sorry for your loss
my thoughts are with you
my thoughts are with you
08-12-05, 05:40 AM
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Sorry to hear about this, SinCity. Keep your head up though. Good reminder to all of us to be happy with the times we have to spend with those we love.
08-12-05, 06:35 AM
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When I get into a spot of bother on a bike I still think of them and ask for a little push...a little inspiration to keep going. You can do the same now.
08-12-05, 06:37 AM
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Losing a parent is a hard thing. When my mom was murdered in 1992 by her partner I swore that I wouldn't let the same thing happen to me and I would do the thing that she never did: see all of Canada. It remains one of my goals (to bike from Vancouver to St. John's).
Dedicate every ride to those you've lost and enjoyed life with and those that you enjoy life with now.
Dedicate every ride to those you've lost and enjoyed life with and those that you enjoy life with now.
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08-12-05, 07:44 AM
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I'm really sorry to hear that Sincity, and let me thank you for the very important message that you are giving to all of us. As the owner of an assisted living facility I can see day after day how important sons and daughters are for my Resident's well-being; Just a call to say hi will shine their whole day.
08-12-05, 07:52 AM
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Sorry to hear that, SinCity. My thoughts are with you
08-12-05, 07:56 AM
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When my grandfather died in June (not the same, I know) my uncle and I went on a nice long ride together and had a chance to talk a little bit. It was a good thing. Go for a long ride. Sorry for your loss.
08-12-05, 08:01 AM
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Sorry to hear about your mom. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts. Glad to know that you are doing okay.
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08-12-05, 08:06 AM
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Sorry for your loss. I lost my mother to cancer three months ago. Not one day (or waking hour) has gone by I haven't thought of her. Sometimes it is motivation to ride harder, somethimes the depression is overwhelming. I think it will be like that forever.
08-12-05, 08:47 AM
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My condolences. Yeah, biking helps in managing the pain. I know. Stay in shape, eat and sleep as well as you can too. If your Mom was like mine, she would have wanted it that way. Best wishes.
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My condolences also. Hang in there. I'm sure she's smiling down on you right now.
08-12-05, 08:56 AM
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Sorry to hear about it dude. I've been there myself, unfortunately (a little more than a year ago ), especially with respect to the bike riding helping to get past things. A long bike ride can bring you moments of clarity and understanding that you can't reach in any other way.
), especially with respect to the bike riding helping to get past things. A long bike ride can bring you moments of clarity and understanding that you can't reach in any other way.
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I'm so sorry big guy.
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Sorry to hear, man, but all of the old cliches are true. Time indeed helps, death is indeed a part of life, etc. After my Dad died it took me a while to adjust, but you will too. Live well for her and your family and friends, it's the best therapy there is IMHO.
08-12-05, 09:16 AM
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I'm really sorry to hear about your loss. I know exactly how you feel. I spend a lot of miles on the bike thinking about my mom.
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I am so sorry for your loss Sincity. Grieving can be a wierd thing. Before I lost my sister I had no idea that sadness can also be beautiful and healing in its own way. It has now been 9 years, but I still think of her often and am glad when I get sad about it because it means she is still real to me.
I received more than a few cards but the one that I remember and appreciated most basically said:
"I would like to say I know what you are going through but I don't"
"I would like to say that it will be over soon but it probably won't"
"All I can really say is that as your friend I am grieving with you; I am hurting because you are hurting".
I know it sounds so harsh and despondent, but at that time, it really spoke to my soul and made me appreciate that friend.
Hang in there.
I received more than a few cards but the one that I remember and appreciated most basically said:
"I would like to say I know what you are going through but I don't"
"I would like to say that it will be over soon but it probably won't"
"All I can really say is that as your friend I am grieving with you; I am hurting because you are hurting".
I know it sounds so harsh and despondent, but at that time, it really spoke to my soul and made me appreciate that friend.
Hang in there.
