A bad vacation

[princess&tig]

This is a depressing thread so just stop reading now if you don't want to be depressed.

We took my family and parents down to BCV last week. It was our first time. My parents were sick almost the whole time. They just rested in the room. My parents took the train and we flew. My dad passed away on the train ride home in Ohio. It just made the whole trip a disaster.

We think the flu was the main culprit. To make matters worse, my kids both have the flu. We are in the trying to keep the kids alive while planning for a horrible funeral mode right now.

Another worry is that I will associate WDW with my dad. We are all just so down.

Sorry

 

[SimbaNoodle]

Sorry you had so many problems. I hope everything gets better for you.

 

[MinnieGi]

I'm am so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad and the sickness in your family. You will be in my prayers.

 

[mbb]

and prayers to you and your family...

 

[dcfromva]

((((princess&tig)))),

I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family (and for a speedy recovery for your children). (((hugs)))


-DC

 

[dianeschlicht]

So sorry for your loss. Prayers and hugs to you all.

 

[PamOKW]

Big hug. I'm terribly sorry to hear such a sad story for your family. Just take it a day at a time. Don't worry about how you'll feel about another vacation at Disney....that's something to consider much further down the road.

 

[betslinc]

My heart goes out to you in your devastating loss. I can see how you could have horrible associations with Disney, you'll have to see how time affects those feelings, but it sounds like those are the least of your worries now. Hang in there, I hope your kids are feeling better.
Betsy

 

[Granny]

I can't add anything except prayers and best wishes for your mother and your family.

 

[tinkgrl]

Hi,

Sorry for for your loss & bad vacation!!! Pixie dust for you & your family!!

Allison an associate

 

[jennypenny]

I'm so, so sorry. My dad passed away when we were at the Boardwalk three years ago. I thought I'd never get over it, but this February we are returning to the boardwalk. We've been to disney during that time, but at other resorts far away from the boardwalk.

There's not much you can do to make things any easier on yourself. Each day comes whether you are ready to deal with it or not. But in the end that's a blessing, because as days come and go, it hurts less and less.

My thoughts are with you.

 

[donmil723]

I would also like to extend my sympathy on your loss and my prayers for your children's recovery.

I also wanted to relate a similar experience of mine. This summer we had to leave WDW to return home as my father was dying. I, too, was worried that the memory of our last day there when we got the news would taint our future trips. My DH and I returned to WDW in October and some things did trigger memories of that day but no more so than things around home would evoke memories of my Dad. I'm now looking forward to a trip in March with my DD and I'm sure you will have many enjoyable trips in the future although the first one will be a little difficult. Focus on the memories of your dad that bring a smile to your face. I hope that helps a little.

Donna

 

[Fenceman]

Very sorry to hear about your father. Very tough being so close to the holidays. You are in our prayers.

 

[Crissup]

There's just no way to put a positive spin on a tragedy such as this. However, hopefully, you can find some comfort in knowing that you were all able to spend some wonderful moments with your Father before his passing. Your Mother will have memories of those times. It's much better than if he had simply sat around the home.

My condolences. Hope you're feeling better soon.

 

[lenshanem]

Bless your heart. I'm sorry to hear about your loss and I hope your kids get better soon.

 

[willory549]

I know you are devastated, but I too had a similar experience--my father in law had been battling cancer for quite some time, but we were making a quick weekend trip to the Magic Kingdom for our ds (2 at the time) and my inlaws insisted upon going....my father in law's doctor actually encouraged him to go if it was "something he really wanted to do..." Of course it was because he wanted to spend the time with his family---he was in bad shape the whole time we were there--he and my mother in law stayed in the room the whole time and cared for our other son--then about 9 months. He passed away less than two weeks after returning..I felt somewhat guilty at first because I was afraid the trip had impacted his health negatively.....my mother in law informed me that "he would not have traded that time for anything." Even though he felt awful he was so glad that he had gotten to spend it with his son and his son's family....he was determined that he was going to "Disney" with his boys....and he did. I do believe it shortened his life somewhat, but I believe it also made those moments so much more valuable for all of us.....I know your father was not well while at Disney, but try and be happy that he got to spend his last bit of time around ones that he truly cared for.....Good luck to you and yours....

 

[KelNottAt]

My deepest condolences. May your happy memories bring you strength and comfort.

 

[lisajl]

I am so sorry....



Lisajl

 

[RWishbone]

Your family will be in my prayers...Rich

 

[DeeP]

My deepest sympathy and prayers for you and your family.