Susan Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 Hello all- Just a quick update. Our sweet Rachel is not doing well- she has been unresponsive for two days now and I think (and pray) that it is just a matter of time before she takes the final step of her journey. I know that whatever is waiting for her on the"otherside" is better than what is presently here. Stan continues to be absolutely fantastic- What a guy! She is getting cared for very well right here in her home, jsut the way she wanted and this is because he has been able to do such a fantastic job in dealing with it all. Ole is being the dedicated loving companion as always and does not roam far from her- when he is outside he sits atop the hot tub cover and can see her through the sliding glass doors. When he is inside, he is by her bed- Her family is doing as well as can be expected and being very strong -how I hope I never have to watch one of my children go through something like this- I don't know if I have already expressed the "good" (if we can find any...) that comes from all of this and that is that we have all had the chance to let her know how much she is loved by all of us and by all of you- The more important piece to it all is that she appears to be comfortable- I have been blessed with a very special friendship for many, many years and look forward to meeting up with her on the "otherside" and lifting our glasses to our loved ones (make mine a Cosmo and hers a Brandy please...) and to all of our friends that we have made via this list. Thank you again, so very much for all the comfort and support that you have all offered to us all over these past two years. You made a difference and I have made it a point to give this website address to several of the physicians I have worked with here and to friends who have friends who have friends that need our support- I will try to update again in a few days- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pammie Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 Thank you for the update Susan. What a wonderful friend Rachel has in you. Will be praying for Rachel, Stan and you. pammie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan Posted August 25, 2005 Author Share Posted August 25, 2005 thank you Katie and Cindy- Yes, this is a very emotional time for all of us and I pray that she will soon be at peace. and thanks Katie for making this a new thread-( I assume you did this..... makes it easier to read the new posts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunny Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 I am praying for peace for rachel, and peace of mind for you and her husband. your presence with her through this is beautiful. xoxo bunny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 This breaks my heart. She is such a wonderful person, very warm. My two best girlfriends came to help out when we had the Michigan Bash and they adored Rachel. In the middle of the party I found her in the kitchen with them helping with the dishes. Oh I am so sorry for you and her family...I am sorry for us all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowflake Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 I am so sorry to read about this turn of events. Rachel is a very special. I met her at RY's house last summer... Thank you, Susan, for keeping us in the loop. Hugs to you, Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 I am so sorry for this news, Rachel perpetual good humor in all her posts always gave hope. Praying for peace for her. J.C. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gail p-m Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 I'm so sorry to hear about Rachel. I am thankful that she is surrounded by a very loving husband, family and the best friend anyone could want. (Let's not forget Ole). You are all in my thoughts and prayers. gail p-m Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Addie Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 My heart is heavy for all of you, Susan....you and all of Rachel's family. I know the value of a long time, special best friend...and I so admire your dedication to Rachel and also how you come here to keep us posted. It can't be easy to watch..let alone have to relate here. Rachel is a special gal. I'm glad she's at home surrounded by love...but I wish like anything that this wasn't happening to her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerbil runner Posted August 26, 2005 Share Posted August 26, 2005 So sorry to hear this. God bless you all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
annjael Posted August 26, 2005 Share Posted August 26, 2005 ((((((Rachel,Stan,Susan,little Ole))))) I am so sorry. My heart is heavy. Rachel is blessed to have all of you with her. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. You are all very special people. Peace, Annjael Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daggiesmom Posted August 26, 2005 Share Posted August 26, 2005 God Bless you. You have wonderful friends and family. We all admire you and love you for your courage and strength. ((())) Joanie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patkid Posted August 26, 2005 Share Posted August 26, 2005 Brian and I send warm thoughts and continued prayer. Love and strength for Rachel and her family and special friends. We are so very sad to read this. Sincerely Brian and Pat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calintay Posted August 26, 2005 Share Posted August 26, 2005 Prayers for a dear Rachel and prayers that the end is not far for her to help her not to suffer any longer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted August 26, 2005 Share Posted August 26, 2005 Very sorry to hear that. Prayers for the best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted August 26, 2005 Share Posted August 26, 2005 Susan, Stan and all of Rachels family and friends, I am so saddened by this news, Rachel is such an important member of our family here. There is no good news here except that Rachel seems to be at peace and in no pain. You are all in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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