Wednesday night Bishop Anderson came and spent several hours with Kent talking. After their talk, (mostly done by Brent I am sure) he gave Kent the blessing to release him from his earthly body. He told us he felt like the time was close. Tammy, Michelle and I spent the evening with him.
Thursday Carmen came to see us in the morning. She had told us that she felt like Kent was still on the inside of 7 days. He was still moaning a-lot, crying when we turned him and very little awareness of his surroundings. But we all felt like it would be closer than 7 days. We are starting our family sleep overs and I love that my grand kids have been here through out this whole process. I have watched as the kids come in and give grandpa a kiss or a hug, how they are not afraid to get up on his bed and give him a love. It is giving them all a new look at the dieing process, for them it has been laughing and playing with their cousins with grandpa close enough to say hi, hold their hand and give them a smile, it will only be a matter of hours that he won't be able to talk with them and show his love.
Friday (today) last night Kent fell into a deep coma. He no longer is at all stirring, or talking. He does not follow us with his eyes and is always asleep. Karmen came this morning and told us that he has maybe 72 hours. But it could be at anytime that he passes. Seems odd to actually be here at this point, even though we have been expecting it.
Cody and Michelle, Tammy and Chad and their kids have been here since last night. They are planning to stay until the end. The house is filled with laughter and tears and sometimes it can get a little tense but it is the kinds of feeling that we all have to learn to deal with in our lifetimes. Raven is coming to stay tonight along with Kelley. Then Ginger tomorrow. Most of us will be here with our sweet Kent until his parents and family and friends come to take him home. Several times I have wondered if my Brother Jack would be coming to take him on this the anniversary of his own death just 7 years ago. Our home has been filled with many family and friends over the last several weeks and we are so blessed to see the love that has poured out of everyone in both our behalves. I will try to make sure that someone updates this blog when all is over with Kent journey back home. Love to you all,
Shirley
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Dear Shirley and family -
Thank you so much for keeping us posted on Kent.... and the rest of you as well. Our earthly hearts are hurting for you - we know all to well - the emotions that you are going through at this time. It seems that although we know and understand (the best we can) the eternal plan, it still makes it difficult to let someone go and then being forced to press forward with our world forever being changed here on earth. It hurts.
The experiences that you are able to share now - will for sure be something you will all cherish. What great grandkids! They will never regret this experience....
May you feel Heavenly Fathers arms around you as you go through this life changing experience. May you always know how hard it is for Kent to leave ALL of you too! It is a battle I'm sure.... We are nearing the anniversary of 4 years since Todd lost his mom - and it is still hard - I've always wondered if it would have been better being able to have time (such as you are having - by being able to say your good-byes)... either way - it just seems unfair. BLESS YOU ALL!!! Please give Kent a VERY big hug from us!!! We were going to head down tomorrow (Saturday) but, being that the end is so near, we don't want to infringe upon your precious family time... Please know that our prayers, thoughts, and even tears are being expressed with all of you in mind. What a awesome family....
Abr. 2: 11
...shall all the families of the earth be blessed, even with the blessings of the Gospel, which are the blessings of salvation, even of life eternal.
We love you all!!
Todd, Shontell & family
Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Love,
The Reading Family
We are loving, missing, and thinking of you. We hope you feel of our love and support. Please let us know if we can do anything for you!
Hi, I am Carey Heaton. I teach Michelle's kids voice lessons. I just wanted you to know that I am thinking about all of you so deeply right now. I met Tammy today in preparation for singing Homeward Bound. I think you have a wonderful family. I know a large part of that goodness I see in them came from you and your good husband. I am truly sorry for your loss. I hope you will be feeling peace in your heart as soon as possible. Love, Carey
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