How quickly our lives can change - The DIS Discussion Forums

minijeanie · 10-05-2009, 08:57 PM

We were/are a big disney family. We have been on numerous trips with the kids. Our last trip was when my daughter was 18 and she performed on main street with her high school band.

Fast forward a year.. My daughter was in college, met a not so nice person, left home, got pregnant and we became estranged. My DH took it so bad that he had a heart attack. As we were piecing our lives back together we planned a Disney trip. I decided to get my hip replacement which I needed for at least 5 years so that I could walk around the parks. We had hoped to bring our daughter back with us to the place that held the most fondest memories for all of us.

That was not to be... As I was in one hospital my DH was in another. The final diagnosis was pulmonary fibrosis for him..We had never heard of this disease.Tragically we lost him 3 weeks later. I am still in shock

At the repast both my son and daughter constantly talked about all the wonderful trips to Disney and how it was the best time of there life and they were the most happiest there with mom and dad.

My son has left for college and I now live alone. Most days I cannot believe this all happened in a matter of six months. But I am trying to rebuild and have found my way back to these boards, trying each day to be happy and hope one day my children, grand daughter and I can go back to wdw and make new memories.

how true the adage is to live each day to the fullest because you never know what tomorrow brings. I am not looking for sympathy because each family has their own issues and problems. Some more severe than Il.
I just want all the young parents to realize just how precious your kids really are and that they just grow up to darn soon.

Give them a big hug and kiss tonight,,for in a blink of an eye they will be all grown up

golfgal · 10-05-2009, 08:59 PM

I am sorry about your DH.

My mom died of the same thing last month.

Magic Mom · 10-05-2009, 08:59 PM

Big cyber hugs for you. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Minniemama350 · 10-05-2009, 09:03 PM

Thanks for sharing your reminder.

maroo · 10-05-2009, 09:05 PM

Oh, I am so sorry.

Lots and lots of loss.

I am glad you came back to the boards.

Ember · 10-05-2009, 09:06 PM

It's such an important reminder. I hope each day becomes a little easier for you as you put your life back together.

micki7337 · 10-05-2009, 09:12 PM

I'm so sorry you are going through this difficult time. It is a sad reminder that life can change in the blink of an eye.

snoopybabe · 10-05-2009, 09:12 PM

Very sorry for your loss

Thank you for this important reminder.

4nana · 10-05-2009, 09:18 PM

God recently reminded me to count my blessings and don't take anything for granted, for in the blink of an eye it could all change. I am so sorry for your great heartache and the sad loss of your dear DH

. I send {{hugs}} and prayers that you will be blessed to make more magical memories with your family at WDW. Keep the faith and hopefully they will feel your love and spirit. Godspeed ^i^

minijeanie · 10-05-2009, 09:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by golfgal

I am sorry about your DH.

My mom died of the same thing last month.

so sorry golfgal... was mon sick long? I knew nothing of this horrible disease. All I know is that a lungtransplant is the only cure and that only gives you an extra year or two

Never realized that you can transplant a heart, liver and kidney but a lung is a whole different story

KAMKIM · 10-05-2009, 09:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by minijeanie

We were/are a big disney family. We have been on numerous trips with the kids. Our last trip was when my daughter was 18 and she performed on main street with her high school band.

Fast forward a year.. My daughter was in college, met a not so nice person, left home, got pregnant and we became estranged. My DH took it so bad that he had a heart attack. As we were piecing our lives back together we planned a Disney trip. I decided to get my hip replacement which I needed for at least 5 years so that I could walk around the parks. We had hoped to bring our daughter back with us to the place that held the most fondest memories for all of us.

That was not to be... As I was in one hospital my DH was in another. The final diagnosis was pulmonary fibrosis for him..We had never heard of this disease.Tragically we lost him 3 weeks later. I am still in shock

At the repast both my son and daughter constantly talked about all the wonderful trips to Disney and how it was the best time of there life and they were the most happiest there with mom and dad.

My son has left for college and I now live alone. Most days I cannot believe this all happened in a matter of six months. But I am trying to rebuild and have found my way back to these boards, trying each day to be happy and hope one day my children, grand daughter and I can go back to wdw and make new memories.

how true the adage is to live each day to the fullest because you never know what tomorrow brings. I am not looking for sympathy because each family has their own issues and problems. Some more severe than Il.
I just want all the young parents to realize just how precious your kids really are and that they just grow up to darn soon.

Give them a big hug and kiss tonight,,for in a blink of an eye they will be all grown up

I will give them an extra hug and kiss tonight. I'm glad your family was able to make such wonderful memories while at Disney.

golfgal · 10-05-2009, 09:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by minijeanie

so sorry golfgal... was mon sick long? I knew nothing of this horrible disease. All I know is that a lungtransplant is the only cure and that only gives you an extra year or two

Never realized that you can transplant a heart, liver and kidney but a lung is a whole different story

Yes, she has been sick for many years. She had a combination of the P.F. and Scleroderma that went into her lungs.

Dan Murphy · 10-05-2009, 09:49 PM

Blessings for you and your family, minijeanie. That is a lot to be on anybody's plate of life. God speed for your hubby.

golfgal....

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karen l · 10-05-2009, 09:54 PM

Minijeanie, wishing you all the best. In the future, I hope you're able to enjoy WDW with your children & granddaughter. Best wishes.

minkydog · 10-05-2009, 10:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by minijeanie

... As I was in one hospital my DH was in another. The final diagnosis was pulmonary fibrosis for him..We had never heard of this disease.Tragically we lost him 3 weeks later. I am still in shock

how true the adage is to live each day to the fullest because you never know what tomorrow brings. I am not looking for sympathy because each family has their own issues and problems. Some more severe than Il.
I just want all the young parents to realize just how precious your kids really are and that they just grow up to darn soon.

Give them a big hug and kiss tonight,,for in a blink of an eye they will be all grown up

Quote:

Originally Posted by golfgal

I am sorry about your DH.

My mom died of the same thing last month.

OP, I know you said you didn't want sympathy but I'm ignoring that. You *do* have my utmost sympathy. What a terrible year you've had!

My DH also has severe pulmonary fibrosis (He has stage 4 sarcoidosis.) His lung capacity decreases every year. although he is very nearly a candidate for lung transplant, he has decided not to go that route. Lung transplant is very difficult and there is no guarantee that his lung disease will be cured. So I live in fear of pneumonia and influenza all the time. My DH is only 52.

Blessings and condolences to each of you. There's never enough time, is there?

10-05-2009, 08:57 PM	#1
minijeanie It is a great diversion from one's hectic day Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Central NJ Posts: 2,333	How quickly our lives can change We were/are a big disney family. We have been on numerous trips with the kids. Our last trip was when my daughter was 18 and she performed on main street with her high school band. Fast forward a year.. My daughter was in college, met a not so nice person, left home, got pregnant and we became estranged. My DH took it so bad that he had a heart attack. As we were piecing our lives back together we planned a Disney trip. I decided to get my hip replacement which I needed for at least 5 years so that I could walk around the parks. We had hoped to bring our daughter back with us to the place that held the most fondest memories for all of us. That was not to be... As I was in one hospital my DH was in another. The final diagnosis was pulmonary fibrosis for him..We had never heard of this disease.Tragically we lost him 3 weeks later. I am still in shock At the repast both my son and daughter constantly talked about all the wonderful trips to Disney and how it was the best time of there life and they were the most happiest there with mom and dad. My son has left for college and I now live alone. Most days I cannot believe this all happened in a matter of six months. But I am trying to rebuild and have found my way back to these boards, trying each day to be happy and hope one day my children, grand daughter and I can go back to wdw and make new memories. how true the adage is to live each day to the fullest because you never know what tomorrow brings. I am not looking for sympathy because each family has their own issues and problems. Some more severe than Il. I just want all the young parents to realize just how precious your kids really are and that they just grow up to darn soon. Give them a big hug and kiss tonight,,for in a blink of an eye they will be all grown up __________________ minijeanie 1975,1977,1985,1990 offsite 1995-WL,PO 1996- WL 1997-WL, BWV 1999-Dxl, Dolphin 2000-BC, Disney Cruise 2001-HRH,Poly, BWV 2003-HRH, BWV 2005-CR, BWV 2005-POR 2006-CSR, Dolphin

10-05-2009, 08:59 PM	#2
golfgal DIS Cast Member When did vacuums become a status symbol??? Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Minnesota Posts: 18,548	I am sorry about your DH. My mom died of the same thing last month. __________________ First trip to Disney May 29-June 4, 2005 AKL DH ME DS17 DD14 DS14

10-05-2009, 08:59 PM	#3
Magic Mom Has a blue rat for a pet I guess he just doesn't understand the joy of coupons I guess you shouldn't be playin' tonsil hockey at a playground! Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: here Posts: 4,174	Big cyber hugs for you. I'm so sorry for your loss. __________________

10-05-2009, 09:05 PM	#5
maroo DIS Veteran Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: MS Posts: 5,854	Oh, I am so sorry. Lots and lots of loss. I am glad you came back to the boards. __________________ My Constant PreTrip Report!Make a Wish Sends Lauren to Disney - A Rainbow TR!Rachel Made it! Dec 09 TR! Wish Trippers Unite! A thread for Wish Families!Maroo goes to Disney with Strangers!♥ A Wish Granted - One Magical Morning ♥ Matty and the Gingerbread Men! ~ ~

10-05-2009, 09:06 PM	#6
Ember I've also crazy glued myself to many things Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 1,777	It's such an important reminder. I hope each day becomes a little easier for you as you put your life back together. __________________

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10-05-2009, 09:03 PM	#4
Minniemama350 DIS Veteran Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Georgia Posts: 521	Thanks for sharing your reminder.

10-05-2009, 09:12 PM	#7
micki7337 Luv that Mouse! Here's to keeping dreams alive!! Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Doylestown, PA Posts: 921	I'm so sorry you are going through this difficult time. It is a sad reminder that life can change in the blink of an eye. __________________ DW DH (DD-9) (DD-13) (DS-16) Chewie (silky terrier #1) Han Solo(silky terrier #2) [

10-05-2009, 09:12 PM	#8
snoopybabe Mouseketeer Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 140	Very sorry for your loss Thank you for this important reminder.

10-05-2009, 09:18 PM	#9
4nana God Bless America, land of the free & home of the brave. Godspeed & thanks to all our troops, especially our deployed soldier ^i^ Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Empty Nest, Md. Posts: 6,911	God recently reminded me to count my blessings and don't take anything for granted, for in the blink of an eye it could all change. I am so sorry for your great heartache and the sad loss of your dear DH . I send {{hugs}} and prayers that you will be blessed to make more magical memories with your family at WDW. Keep the faith and hopefully they will feel your love and spirit. Godspeed ^i^ __________________ Keep the faith ^i^ Sandie ~~Mom of 4 ~ Nana of 13 ****** Grandchildren are God's reward for being a parent ~~~~~Life is a journey ~ love makes the trip worthwhile There are two lasting bequests we can give our children: 'One is roots, the other is wings.' ~~~~~ Grandchildren are God's reward for being a parent "For He shall give the angels charge over thee, to keep thee safe in all thy ways" Psalms 91:11 For my dear Mom ~ 16 yr cancer survivor

10-05-2009, 09:49 PM	#13
Dan Murphy We are family. Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Chicago area, IL Posts: 68,485	Blessings for you and your family, minijeanie. That is a lot to be on anybody's plate of life. God speed for your hubby. golfgal....'s __________________ *Dan-'Let's Celebrate the Future Hand in Hand'--We are Family* Why she runs..... Random acts of kindness, no matter how small, are never really lost. They live forever in the hearts of those who are fortunate enough to be on the receiving end of them---------Lady M *Link to picture threads, many pictures ///Are You a DIS Oldtimer (or New)? ///LOTS of Resort Photos* dmurphydis@sbcglobal.net

10-05-2009, 09:54 PM	#14
karen l DIS Veteran Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: MA Posts: 1,023	Minijeanie, wishing you all the best. In the future, I hope you're able to enjoy WDW with your children & granddaughter. Best wishes. __________________ Karen

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