DIS Dads DDC XVII - Leap year edition

[declansdad]

Mornin' guys.

I just received a call from my dad telling me that my grandfather passed away last night. Last Thursday he took a fall and broke his clavicle. Saturday he was sent to the hospital because he had uncontrolled vomiting due to the meds he was on. They also found he had a touch of pneumonia.

Is it wrong that I am not overly sad? My grandfather was 96 years old. He lost my grandmother to alzheimer's about 12 years ago. It was so hard watching her decline. She had to go into a nursing home and he was there everyday from morning to night. He was heartbroken when she passed. He has been living with my dad for about 6 years. He was really slowing down, he has fallen a few times over the last year and wasn't steady on his feet anymore. He had glaucoma, had to do breathing treatments 4 times day, and had to take numerous pills every day.

He was a WWII vet. He was the captain on oyster boat in Long Island Sound for a number of years. He was a recovered alcoholic and hadn't touched a drink in over 50 years. He cared for his 3 sons, his 8 grandchildren, and his 7 great grandchildren.

He will be missed but I know he is in a better place with my grandmother.

Here is a picture of 4 generations taken this summer after Christopher's baptism.

Sorry to hear about your grandfather. We all grieve in our own way so don't feel bad about your feelings. It sounds as if you have some great memories and that picture is a good one.

Take care and remember the good times.

 

[stopher1]

We're going to be there from July 21-25. But we'll be driving all day from SC on the 21st, so I don't anticipate arriving until the evening...

Oh man - see - I knew it was going to be that way. BIG, BIG, BIG Bummer!

 

[theduck619]

Mornin' guys.

I just received a call from my dad telling me that my grandfather passed away last night. Last Thursday he took a fall and broke his clavicle. Saturday he was sent to the hospital because he had uncontrolled vomiting due to the meds he was on. They also found he had a touch of pneumonia.

Is it wrong that I am not overly sad? My grandfather was 96 years old. He lost my grandmother to alzheimer's about 12 years ago. It was so hard watching her decline. She had to go into a nursing home and he was there everyday from morning to night. He was heartbroken when she passed. He has been living with my dad for about 6 years. He was really slowing down, he has fallen a few times over the last year and wasn't steady on his feet anymore. He had glaucoma, had to do breathing treatments 4 times day, and had to take numerous pills every day.

He was a WWII vet. He was the captain on oyster boat in Long Island Sound for a number of years. He was a recovered alcoholic and hadn't touched a drink in over 50 years. He cared for his 3 sons, his 8 grandchildren, and his 7 great grandchildren.

He will be missed but I know he is in a better place with my grandmother.

Here is a picture of 4 generations taken this summer after Christopher's baptism.

Tim, I am so sorry for you and your family's loss. We will be parying for you during this difficult time

 

[twokids0204]

Thinking of changing my December days from the actual week of Christmas to the first week of December. It will mean pulling DS out of school for a week but hey, its Disney so he'll probably learn more than if he were in class anyways.

And the crowds are COMPLETE opposite...

They are 2's and 3's at the beginning of December, and solid 10's the week of Christmas.

 

[GoofyIsAsGoofyDoes]

“Morning all…

Just checkin’ in.

Here is a picture of 4 generations taken this summer after Christopher's baptism.

Sorry for your loss. How you feel is certainly not “wrong”, and thanks for the picture. That says much.

Thinking of changing my December days from the actual week of Christmas to the first week of December. It will mean pulling DS out of school for a week but hey, its Disney so he'll probably learn more than if he were in class anyways.

You’ll likely enjoy the trip a lot more in early December.
As for pull in the young’en out of school… I think that a week missed between grades-1 and 7 to 8 are not that big a deal. Starting in about the 8th and certainly through high school may be a different situation (depending on the kid and the riggers of their curriculum), but I wouldn’t worry too much about it now.

 

[stopher1]

Mornin' guys.

I just received a call from my dad telling me that my grandfather passed away last night. Last Thursday he took a fall and broke his clavicle. Saturday he was sent to the hospital because he had uncontrolled vomiting due to the meds he was on. They also found he had a touch of pneumonia.

Is it wrong that I am not overly sad? My grandfather was 96 years old. He lost my grandmother to alzheimer's about 12 years ago. It was so hard watching her decline. She had to go into a nursing home and he was there everyday from morning to night. He was heartbroken when she passed. He has been living with my dad for about 6 years. He was really slowing down, he has fallen a few times over the last year and wasn't steady on his feet anymore. He had glaucoma, had to do breathing treatments 4 times day, and had to take numerous pills every day.

He was a WWII vet. He was the captain on oyster boat in Long Island Sound for a number of years. He was a recovered alcoholic and hadn't touched a drink in over 50 years. He cared for his 3 sons, his 8 grandchildren, and his 7 great grandchildren.

He will be missed but I know he is in a better place with my grandmother.

Here is a picture of 4 generations taken this summer after Christopher's baptism.

Tim, I'm sorry for your family's loss. These times can be difficult, but sometimes they are just such a relief and a blessing too. When my grandmother died last summer, I sad, but relieved as well. It'd been a hard battle for her at the end, and it was good that she was no longer in pain, and her suffering ended. I don't think it's wrong for you not to be overly sad.

And what a terrific picture you have there! 4 generations is very, very cool, especially all guys. I'm envious. I have some 4 generation shots, but not like that - mine are all with my grandmother, dad, myself & my kids. My grandfathers died when I was 8 and 9, so those kind of all guys multi-generational shots were never possible. Nor with my mom's mom either, as she died when I was 21. I cherish those multi-generation pics now that she's gone. Sure Christopher won't ever have a recollection of that day, but I'm sure when he's older he'll enjoy seeing that shot of himself with the 3 that came before him.

 

[Captain_Oblivious]

Mornin' guys.

I just received a call from my dad telling me that my grandfather passed away last night. Last Thursday he took a fall and broke his clavicle. Saturday he was sent to the hospital because he had uncontrolled vomiting due to the meds he was on. They also found he had a touch of pneumonia.

Is it wrong that I am not overly sad?

Tim, I'm sorry for your loss. But I don't think you need to feel guilty or anything. I felt the same way when my grandmother passed away last year. She was also in her 90's and had been suffering for a long time, completely bedridden. I think at that point you're prepared for the inevitable, and just hoping their suffering will end.

 

[twokids0204]

Mornin' guys.

I just received a call from my dad telling me that my grandfather passed away last night. Last Thursday he took a fall and broke his clavicle. Saturday he was sent to the hospital because he had uncontrolled vomiting due to the meds he was on. They also found he had a touch of pneumonia.

Is it wrong that I am not overly sad? My grandfather was 96 years old. He lost my grandmother to alzheimer's about 12 years ago. It was so hard watching her decline. She had to go into a nursing home and he was there everyday from morning to night. He was heartbroken when she passed. He has been living with my dad for about 6 years. He was really slowing down, he has fallen a few times over the last year and wasn't steady on his feet anymore. He had glaucoma, had to do breathing treatments 4 times day, and had to take numerous pills every day.

He was a WWII vet. He was the captain on oyster boat in Long Island Sound for a number of years. He was a recovered alcoholic and hadn't touched a drink in over 50 years. He cared for his 3 sons, his 8 grandchildren, and his 7 great grandchildren.

He will be missed but I know he is in a better place with my grandmother.

Here is a picture of 4 generations taken this summer after Christopher's baptism.

That's Not Nice....

Tim, really sorry to hear this.

You are right, he is probably in a better place, out of pain, and content.

Awesome pic of the 4 generations.

 

[Captain_Oblivious]

Oh man - see - I knew it was going to be that way. BIG, BIG, BIG Bummer!

That is pretty craptacular. It would have been great to hang out with you and your family again! (and get the Official Stopher Tour of Kidani!)

 

[tutter99]

He will be missed but I know he is in a better place with my grandmother.

Here is a picture of 4 generations taken this summer after Christopher's baptism.

Glad your Grandparents are reunited. I know what you mean, my Grandfather is 97 and in a similar state where you wonder is it fair to just simply exist day to day. He sounds like he had quite a life and you'll have some great stories to tell Christopher when he is older.

 

[that's nice]

Prayers for you and your family. We all experience grief differently. It is good to rejoice that he is reunited with your grandmother.

Thanks Norm. I'm sure I will have my moments of sadness but I feel that he is truly in a better place.

Sorry to hear about your grandfather. We all grieve in our own way so don't feel bad about your feelings. It sounds as if you have some great memories and that picture is a good one.

Take care and remember the good times.

Thanks Darcy.

I should feel lucky he got to meet his great grandson before he left this world. I loved my grandfather and have many great memories of him.

Tim, I am so sorry for you and your family's loss. We will be parying for you during this difficult time

Thank you David.

This is a very supportive group and I am proud to be a part of it.

Sorry for your loss. How you feel is certainly not “wrong”, and thanks for the picture. That says much.

Thanks Rob. He had his good days and bad days. The day of the baptism was one of his good days. Don't get me wrong I will miss him, but it is hard to remember him in his later years. It is easier to remember him when he was younger and active.

 

[that's nice]

Tim, I'm sorry for your family's loss. These times can be difficult, but sometimes they are just such a relief and a blessing too. When my grandmother died last summer, I sad, but relieved as well. It'd been a hard battle for her at the end, and it was good that she was no longer in pain, and her suffering ended. I don't think it's wrong for you not to be overly sad.

I can't say that my grandfather was in horrible pain, but it got harder and harder for him to function day to day.

I do appreciate your words and insight.

And what a terrific picture you have there! 4 generations is very, very cool, especially all guys. I'm envious. I have some 4 generation shots, but not like that - mine are all with my grandmother, dad, myself & my kids. My grandfathers died when I was 8 and 9, so those kind of all guys multi-generational shots were never possible. Nor with my mom's mom either, as she died when I was 21. I cherish those multi-generation pics now that she's gone. Sure Christopher won't ever have a recollection of that day, but I'm sure when he's older he'll enjoy seeing that shot of himself with the 3 that came before him.

Thank you.

Looking at the picture, I wish my dad had his eyes open. But you are right. Someday Christopher will see it and appreciate it.

Tim, I'm sorry for your loss. But I don't think you need to feel guilty or anything. I felt the same way when my grandmother passed away last year. She was also in her 90's and had been suffering for a long time, completely bedridden. I think at that point you're prepared for the inevitable, and just hoping their suffering will end.

Thank you Mark. I know he is free of all his aliments and I hope he will be looking over us.

That's Not Nice....

Tim, really sorry to hear this.

You are right, he is probably in a better place, out of pain, and content.

Awesome pic of the 4 generations.

Thanks Brian.

Glad your Grandparents are reunited. I know what you mean, my Grandfather is 97 and in a similar state where you wonder is it fair to just simply exist day to day. He sounds like he had quite a life and you'll have some great stories to tell Christopher when he is older.

Thanks Randy. It is hard to watch them get old. I have my memories of him when I was younger- being active, throwing parties, going to his house for holidays, going with him on his oyster boat, etc.. It is almost like they are different people when they can't do any of those things.

 

[jmwest]

It's been awhile. Where you been hiding?

Hibernation. Been swamped at work, had lots of germs/illness passed around the house between DD's and DW and myself, and just overall tired (sleep apnea).

The good news is that I am being treated for the apnea, the end of winter is within site (knock on wood), and we have booked 2 vacations for this year.

Just got word that my brother was taken to the hospital. He is fighting cancer and treatments haven't worked. Probably entering renal failure and only has a few days left. Waiting for an update before I leave for Tampa.

Sorry to hear. Sending positive thoughts and hoping for comfort.

Mornin' guys.

I just received a call from my dad telling me that my grandfather passed away last night.

He will be missed but I know he is in a better place with my grandmother.

Sorry for your loss. Sounds like he led a full life and left a positive impact on your family.

 

[FreezinRafiki]

The most impressive thing is that he does this in a front-wheel-drive car...

Ah yes, fun in the snow. You use the turbo on the minivan?

Nope, I had the Jeep today. It starts hard and Bambi's always afraid she'll be stuck in the ghetto after a home visit with a client and Jeep that won't start. So I get the 4x4 to play in the snow!

"Will the lotion and magazines be provided or should we have brought our own?"

That was the last time I was "Randomly" selected.

I really hope the Tag Fairy is watching...

Mornin' guys.

I just received a call from my dad telling me that my grandfather passed away last night. Last Thursday he took a fall and broke his clavicle. Saturday he was sent to the hospital because he had uncontrolled vomiting due to the meds he was on. They also found he had a touch of pneumonia.

Is it wrong that I am not overly sad? My grandfather was 96 years old. He lost my grandmother to alzheimer's about 12 years ago. It was so hard watching her decline. She had to go into a nursing home and he was there everyday from morning to night. He was heartbroken when she passed. He has been living with my dad for about 6 years. He was really slowing down, he has fallen a few times over the last year and wasn't steady on his feet anymore. He had glaucoma, had to do breathing treatments 4 times day, and had to take numerous pills every day.

He was a WWII vet. He was the captain on oyster boat in Long Island Sound for a number of years. He was a recovered alcoholic and hadn't touched a drink in over 50 years. He cared for his 3 sons, his 8 grandchildren, and his 7 great grandchildren.

He will be missed but I know he is in a better place with my grandmother.

Here is a picture of 4 generations taken this summer after Christopher's baptism.

Sorry to hear about your loss, Tim. We'll keep your family is our prayers.
But no, it's not a bad thing that you feel that way. Death is a natural part of life and he finally got to be at peace and with his bride. You've already begun the process of celebrating his life by telling us about all of the good he has done while on this Earth. He sounds like an awesome man, and while he will be missed, he won't be forgotten.

 

[theduck619]

Tim, I'm sorry for your loss. But I don't think you need to feel guilty or anything. I felt the same way when my grandmother passed away last year. She was also in her 90's and had been suffering for a long time, completely bedridden. I think at that point you're prepared for the inevitable, and just hoping their suffering will end.

Mark,

How are your in-laws doing?

 

[AirGoofy]

Friday ownage.

Hibernation. Been swamped at work, had lots of germs/illness passed around the house between DD's and DW and myself, and just overall tired (sleep apnea).

The good news is that I am being treated for the apnea, the end of winter is within site (knock on wood), and we have booked 2 vacations for this year..

Sorry to hear folks are sick and glad to hear you're being treated for apnea. Do you have a c-pap? When are you going/

 

[FreezinRafiki]

I just finished the Trip Report for my 2 week vacation this past summer, which means...I've started the one for my cruise!


You Best Start Believing in Ghost Stories... Halloween on the Dream and WDW

Come read along!

 

[AirGoofy]

Nope, I had the Jeep today. It starts hard and Bambi's always afraid she'll be stuck in the ghetto after a home visit with a client and Jeep that won't start. So I get the 4x4 to play in the snow!
:

Probably not a good thing. Did school get cancelled and she get to stay home with them? Or, does she get to drive the turbo minivan in the snow?

 

[disney67]

Gentlemen: I've just gotten back from a President's Day weekend trip. We had a great time at MK and EPCOT. I'd like to take the occasion of my 400th post to lift a tall cold one in your general direction and offer this toast.

May your next Disney vacation be only a short time away, may your ADR's be exactly what you hoped for. May your wife and kids be as excited as you are and may all your days truly be magical.

congradulations on 400 cannot wait for more , and glad you guys had a nice trip

Morning Dads and Duck!

Good news is, the big snowstorm they called for hasn't hit yet, bad news, it's still very cold and very wet (rain). Going to make for a very delightful wakl to school this morning

Have a good one guys.

Morning folks!

Hope you all have a wonderful Friday. We have that same big storm warning for tonight - 30 cm of wet snow!

You wouldn't know it right now as it is is a beautiful, sunny Friday morning. I hope it doesn't come as I am suppose to start try-outs for a grade 8 boys volleyball team at 6 pm. I haven't coached kids this young in a long time and I am looking forward to it.

We got about 4 inches of wet snow last night. Which is when I love the fact that I come in to work so much earlier than everyone else. The roads aren't yet full of people doing 20 mph under the speed limit and on really good mornings like today - I beat the snowplow down the side street that my office is on. Hit the gas, break the back end loose and fishtail for 1/3 of a mile!

You guys are so Lucky it is late Febuary and we have not seen any snow , and im kind of sad wish we could get some but i think the Big Mouse has alot to do with it this year since next week The Fantasy arrives in NYC and hoping it will be a magical day.

 

[Captain_Oblivious]

Mark,

How are your in-laws doing?

Thanks for asking! My MIL is showing slight improvement. They've almost completely weaned her off the blood pressure medication and she's doing fairly well keeping the BP steady on her own. She is still on a ventilator and sedated. They tried weaning her off the ventilator yesterday but she started to have trouble, so they put her back on. So it's been a week of small victories with a long way to go yet. I think she's still technically in "critical" condition. But she's better than she was at the beginning of the week. We're exhausted from all the driving to/from the hospital, etc.

My FIL is...still troubling us. We're really trying to figure out just how bad his mental faculties are. My wife stayed home Wednesday rather than traveling down to the hospital. She called him that day to see how his physical therapy had gone. Turns out, he didn't make it. Even though they offer a shuttle service, he tried to drive himself...and got lost. I guess my MIL went downhill fairly quickly after he got back home, and we haven't been over there to take away his keys yet. Very stubborn man, even when not thinking straight.

Top it off with stress at work and this month has been one big Peanut Butter and Beverly Sandwich!