Second Chance Idol: Week 2 - "Irreversible"

Jan 15, 2011 16:27


My grandmother had been depressed for exactly two years - the entire two years that had passed since her daughter (and my mother) had been found dead in her apartment. I remember the look of shock on her face when I had to break the news to her; it was as if I had told her that aliens had begun taking over the planet. She said it was unnatural - a ( Read more... )

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beyond_my_smile January 16 2011, 15:52:53 UTC
It wasn't easy, but we all do what we have to do when we have to do it. I think people frequently surprise themselves with how strong they can be when they have to be. Thank you for reading and commenting.

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greathall January 16 2011, 04:43:07 UTC
Beautifully written. I could feel your love through your words!

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beyond_my_smile January 16 2011, 15:53:22 UTC
Jerry, I adore you. I think I might just keep you around!

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greathall January 16 2011, 16:49:33 UTC
I'd like that! **smiles**

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ecosopher January 16 2011, 04:53:10 UTC
Awesome.

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beyond_my_smile January 16 2011, 15:53:31 UTC
Thank you. :)

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theafaye January 16 2011, 10:30:22 UTC
My FIL has never really recovered from the death of his oldest son and we're now facing the same thing. He's got Parkinson's and senile dementia and really doesn't want to be here in any more. It's so, so sad to watch.

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beyond_my_smile January 16 2011, 15:53:59 UTC
I'm so sorry to know you're having to go through that. -hugs-

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nannerz2cool January 16 2011, 15:08:33 UTC
My heart goes out to you.

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beyond_my_smile January 16 2011, 15:54:31 UTC
I appreciate that. Thank you for reading and commenting.

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