These last few weeks have been a little rough for our little family. Bear's Grandma has been in poor health, and she is declining quickly. Last week we went to see her in the hospital, and she was weak and frail, but in good spirits.
Last night we recieved information that Grandma is declining even further. We went to see her at the Hospice care center where she is staying. This is an entirely new experience for me. My grandparents are still all living, and I haven't yet had to face this sort of thing in my life. Bear is struggling with losing his beloved Grandma.
When we were at the hospice last night, I sat watching her. She was unresponsive to most everyone in the room. However, she was calling out and speaking to her Mother, who passed many years ago. Also, she was speaking to her first husband, who passed over 28 years ago. As I sat, watching her, I realized just how grateful I am for my knowledge of the Gospel. I always thought that I would be upset at the passing of a loved one. But I'm not. I just have an overwhelming peace. I can find comfort in knowing that Grandma is seeing her loved ones, and they are preparing her and helping her to transition to the next life. There was such a peaceful feeling in the room. The family was gathered to say goodbye, as the family on the other side of the veil gathered to welcome her home. It won't be long now before she passes, and I am grateful to know that I'll see her again someday.
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