There’s one more star in the sky

24Apr09

As of July 2, 2008, there’s one more star in the sky.   That was the day my mom lost her most recent battle and consequently, her 22-year war against breast cancer.

Independence Day takes on a new meaning to me now – it marks my mom’s freedom from suffering.  We all feel a sense of relief in knowing that she has no more sore bones, does not need oxygen, can breath without gasping and walk without neuropathy.  She’s retired her walker, grabber, wheelchair and her titanium hip.  Her medi-port is gonzo, she’s not popping pills or being poked and prodded with needles.

Even better, she’s in good company in heaven, where I’m sure she’s been socializing with people and a few pets she adores.  I’d like to believe that the first thing that she did was go to a “real lunch” with her dear “chemo friend” Elizabeth the way two healthy women do.  If my mom got a vote, I’m sure they’re at Chili’s.  And, I’m sure that my friend (Officer) Jeff Fontana is on her detail. I’m green with envy that she can give him the hug that I’ve so longed to give him for the last seven years.

While my mom’s entire journey was prolonged, painful and scary, her final few hours were peaceful and comfortable.  My dad, sister and I were with her, supporting her and one another as she always hoped we would. Now the journey is ours to continue as we all try to find our footing again. She wanted that for us and always hated knowing how profoundly her cancer hurt all of us. So while our grieving continues, we have started to heal.

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