Cant come to terms with mum dying

My first time posting the other day, and yesterday we got the news that mum only has weeks left. I'm finding it so hard to come to terms with this. I have different emotions of being upset and then so angry. She can't go yet she is too special and kind and beautiful. It just doesn't seem real that this is happening. I'm so strong for mum when I'm talking to her on the phone, but rest of the time I'm just uncontrollably crying and not functioning. Mum seems to be accepting it really well and I'm so proud of her, she's just amazing. I want to make sure all her wishes are fulfilled, but I'm scared I'm not going to be able to do that because of time and distance, she lives quite far away. I am trying my hardest to focus on what mum wants, as I want her to be the comfiest and happiest she could be, but how do I approach what she would like? How do I know she will be comfortable with that discussion? I have so many thoughts and questions going through my head. Thankyou xx

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  • Hey [@Asmit88]‍ 

    I am really sorry to hear about your mum, it's probably one of the toughest things you will ever hear as a child, and a real testament to your mother's character.

    I have very recently lost my mother to cancer which was misdiagnosed for a long period of time, so was already too advanced to treat, my mum, however, was very much like yours. Took the news as well as you can, remained positive and genuinely just enjoyed every moment we had together as a family. I was so proud of her, and I know in time, you will cherish this about your mum too.

    Will your mum be at home, or in a hospice? Will you be able to go and see her to spend time with her? I know at the moment covid restrictions are in place, but my mum was discharged from hospital, into a hospice where we were allowed to spend 24 hours a day with her. Do you think that's something that may be possible for you? Depending on your mum's health at the moment, that may allow walks outside, even if for a short period. I am sure both you, and her will absolutely treasure these moments. My grief is so present, and unbelievably raw still, but I am thankful for this and it seems to help me through very dark moments right now.

    Sending you lots of love for the coming weeks, I hope you manage to spend the time that both you and your mum truly deserve together. 

    If I can help in absolutely anyway at all, please please message. XX

     

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  • Hey [@Asmit88]‍ 

    I am really sorry to hear about your mum, it's probably one of the toughest things you will ever hear as a child, and a real testament to your mother's character.

    I have very recently lost my mother to cancer which was misdiagnosed for a long period of time, so was already too advanced to treat, my mum, however, was very much like yours. Took the news as well as you can, remained positive and genuinely just enjoyed every moment we had together as a family. I was so proud of her, and I know in time, you will cherish this about your mum too.

    Will your mum be at home, or in a hospice? Will you be able to go and see her to spend time with her? I know at the moment covid restrictions are in place, but my mum was discharged from hospital, into a hospice where we were allowed to spend 24 hours a day with her. Do you think that's something that may be possible for you? Depending on your mum's health at the moment, that may allow walks outside, even if for a short period. I am sure both you, and her will absolutely treasure these moments. My grief is so present, and unbelievably raw still, but I am thankful for this and it seems to help me through very dark moments right now.

    Sending you lots of love for the coming weeks, I hope you manage to spend the time that both you and your mum truly deserve together. 

    If I can help in absolutely anyway at all, please please message. XX

     

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  • Hi [@Newlife101]‍ , Thankyou for reading my post. I'm so sorry about the loss of your mum, and what you and her have had to go through.  Such brave ladies to accept what has happened to them. I am so proud of my mum, she's been brave through all parts of her life, and especially through her battle with this horrible disease. I only hope I am as strong as her one day. Mum has been moved to a hospice for a week or so to help build her mobility, she wants to be at home so hopefully will be there soon. I have travelled and managed to see her today which has helped me massively. She is allowed 2 visitors 3hrs each per day which is great!  I hope your grief will start to ease soon, my friend also lost her mum and said that time was a good healer. Thankyou for your love and support it is really appreciated xx