1.07.2009

loss for words....

I don't know how to throw this stuff running through my mind into words. don't even know if i can try. so if this is a little broken and scattered just deal...
but the family is going through a rough time. things are not looking good for my dad. so were trying to keep him happy and comfortable. i have such an amazing family, i think a lot of this is a direct result of having him as our father. My mother is seriously amazing. I can't imagine what she's feeling right now. but still she moves forward, she doesn't complain. Today is my moms birthday. I am so grateful for this day. That i have the mom i do. Next week is John's birthday. This is the week their 'officially' the same age ;) January has been a weird month for a long time. I'm so happy i have all the memories i do with my dad. and im proud of the man he always was. there's no one like him. Even though his time in this world may be cut short i'm sure the things he did and taught us all will be around much longer. most of my best memories involve my dad. john was always there for me, and my family, always. so we're trying to do the same, just be there for him. this is unbelievably hard, but as a family i think we get through anything. i'm lucky to have the family i do. i can never thank them enough for being who they are.

13 comments:

Sarbear said...

We are keeping John in our prayers. KC and I know it's not easy to see a parent suffer. It's good to remember the times before they got sick and know that after this life they'll be whole again.

We love you guys.

Laura said...

Good ol' Papa John, I sure do miss that guy. Haven't seen him for years. You have an amazing family. I will keep PJ in my prayers:) Hope your doing okay:)

Next fall I want you to take my family pics, I'll let ya know.
YOUR AN AMAZING PHOTOGRAPHER!

Candi and kids said...

Jami, I LOVE this picture. And your Dad is an amazing person, even if he did stare at my Behind in Center Field!! His humor is like no other and your Mother is amazing. My Dad is having some similar issues that your Dad had before his health declined!! Scary. Tell your Fam Hello and hang in there!!

Colette said...

Jami, you have been such an amazing woman through all of this. We sure love and appreciate all you do. Stay strong and know we'll always be there for you whenever you need us.

Jade, Maclee, Briten & Jalee said...

Jami, I dont evan know what to say. I am praying for you guys, it is amazing what we can deal with when we are accually facing it, I know you are such a strong person you were really there for me. please let me know what i can do for you.

I remember as a little bratty girl me and my brothers loved going with my dad to "Wickers" when ever there was a tire issue or probably just to go visit with your dad, anyways he let us crawl down in the tires and every time i am in a tire store i think of how we must have been the most annoying kids, I have the greatest memories of your dad he is a "One of a Kind"

Love your guts please call if you need anything

Candi and kids said...

Jami,
Hang in there. Things that will happen between now and the Funeral will be so special. And remember you will see your Dad again someday. Families really ARE forever. Remember if you need anything we are here for you.

sheila said...

Jam I left you a text today, hope it worked. I haven't stopped thinking about you all day. You have been a wonderful daughter to your Dad, always being there for him, even in the most difficult times. I know he is free from all his pain and confusion. I'm praying for you.

Mandi said...

Jami,
Sorry to hear of your huge loss. Sue called me this morning to let me know and Dave tried both of your brothers. I am sorry you have to go through this. Just know that he is no longer suffering, and what a blessing to know you will see hime again. Hang in there and know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Bless your dear mom! let us know if we can do anything.

Love,
The Wall's

Blake and La-Shana Francom said...

You're in my prayers Jam! If you need anything or just want to talk, I'm all ears! Love ya girl!

Ashley said...

Jami, I am sorry about your dad. It hurts me to hear you and your family are going through such a hard time. Your in my prayers girl!!!

Adrie said...

We love you and we love your family, your dad was the greaters guy. You are in our prayers, hang in there. and if you need anything please call.

Haskell Fam said...

So sorry about your dad. He was such a fun guy growing up. I hope the best for you and your family. You are all in our prayers.

Ranell and Brandon said...

Hi Jami,
It was so great seeing you all! Probably not the best time for you though. Your talk was wonderful and I am absolutely sure your dad loved it! I think the part that broke my heart was seeing all the grandkids with their eyes full of tears :( We keep you all in our prayers. If there is anything I can do let me know. We need to try and get everyone together more often, it would be so fun to get to know everyone better. Take care. We love you!