Patkid Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 Leave it to my beloved son, Dan, who faces health challenges daily and has stared down death on 3 occasions................ During a family holiday gathering some insensitive fool made a comment with regard to his oppinion that I am 'young' and that I may well NOT have to be alone for the rest of my life. Dan, knowing how that comment stabbed my heart, took all the pain away by saying for everyone to hear: "Are you KIDDING?: My Mother, having been widowed 2X, should have a warning label tatooed on her forhead!!!" Everyone cracked up and I laughed my butt off. It felt wonderful. Dan was hospitalized at the time of his 40th birthday and his co~workers have planned a surprise belated birthday bash for him tonight. It is portrayed as a 'holiday' party and he will be totally shocked to see that it is thrown in his honor. I am invited and considered a temporary tatoo, but then decided that I will save it for a more private gathering.............more appropriate, but less fun. Anyway, I was shocked to learn I could laugh so genuinely as I face the 1st anniversary of Brian's death. What a blessing my sons are. Love Pat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nikkala Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 Thank you for sharing that, it gives much hope to others that they too will be able to laugh again someday. Thank God for kids. Hope you have a great time at the party. Let us know when you do the temporary tattoo thing. You ARE a pillar of strength. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 Your sons are indeed blessings. Good for your son in his response -- sounds like my kind of guy. Actually, in my grief support group, we frequently laugh -- i think it is because we understand each other, just as your son understands you and the situation. It is good to laugh, even in pain. Blessings for 2007. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick C Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 Hey Pat, I'm glad to hear you experiencing laughter. You deserve that kind of joy! I too am always amazed at what comes from people's mouths at gatherings . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 So nice to have some light moments. You certainly deserve them. God Bless you. Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gwen, Daddy's girl Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 What a loving, clever and thoughtful son you have. I hope I can find a way to make my Mother laugh again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyn Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 Pat, Well, you made my day!!! I swear I heard your laughter from here!!! Glad it felt GOOD!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 ((((Pat)))), Here I sit, realizing that I will be spending my New Year's with no Mike to kiss and I'm sure you are entertaining similar thoughts, as well. Thank you so much for sharing this funny statement with us. It really did make me laugh. Well, laugh and cry at the same time, but wow could you send that guy my way? Feels good to smile and laugh..Here's To many smiles ahead in the new year... Love, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 That is such a sweet story Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cindy RN Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 Don't you just love it when those'insensitive FOOLS' get their one ups!!! Glad your son was there to give the great come back. You are in my thoughts. Cindy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 Sooo funny... how whitty he must be. It certainly made me smile. I need that today as Joel is in his funk today from his 3rd chemo. Thanks for posting that Pat. Your sons are special!! I pray for nothing but good health for your son. Let us know how his surprise party went. Take care my friend, Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gail Posted December 31, 2006 Share Posted December 31, 2006 Laughter is good. enjoy the party gail Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kreed70 Posted December 31, 2006 Share Posted December 31, 2006 That is too funny!! What a good sense of humor your son has! Hope he enjoys his "holiday" party! Take care of yourself! Kelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geri Posted December 31, 2006 Share Posted December 31, 2006 Good for him! I hope he has a rip snortin' birthday party. Geri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teresag Posted December 31, 2006 Share Posted December 31, 2006 Your son sounds like a gem! Happy new year to you, Teresa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welthy Posted December 31, 2006 Share Posted December 31, 2006 Oh those kids! (Even as adults.) It feels soooo good to just have a good belly-laugh sometimes. Hope he has a great party. Welthy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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