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Post by flashjohn on Nov 19, 2018 15:34:10 GMT -5
Well, it has been a very long road, but I am finally divorced.
My refuser had previously agreed to a final hearing date on 10/19, but cancelled it two days before the hearing with no explanation. Then she refused to sign the final documents, and my lawyer had to threaten her with contempt to get her to agree to another final hearing date, 11/15/18.
Well, on Monday, 11/12, the Alzeimer's facility where my mom was called and said that she is not responsive, so I went there. My brother and I sat with her for the evening, then my sister came in from out of town Monday evening. She stayed with my mom overnight, then I came back in the morning, and was there while my sister went to take a shower and get some breakfast. We were there the rest of the day & my brother came in about 4 pm. Mom died at 5:43 pm.
My lawyer asked if I wanted to keep the hearing, and I told her absolutely. So after doing funeral plans on Wednesday, I was at the courthouse and we got the final hearing done. On Friday, my extended family met and talked about her.
So I am divorced and my mom is gone. Both are a blessing. Alzeimers is a really tough disease, and she had it for 11 years before it took her.
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Post by h on Nov 19, 2018 16:24:50 GMT -5
Congratulations on your divorce and I hope having that behind you makes it easier to handle everything else. It's good that your mom isn't suffering anymore but I know it must still be difficult to go through.
Alzheimer's is a terrible thing. I have an aunt struggling with it now. She has good days and bad days but it really takes a toll on my cousins. I was never very close to her because she and my uncle divorced long before I was born but I still keep in touch with my cousins and hear about her through them. It's not easy to have a loved one forget who you are.
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Post by baza on Nov 19, 2018 16:57:41 GMT -5
Couple of big land-marks there Brother flashjohn . Thinking of you at this time. |
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Post by worksforme2 on Nov 19, 2018 17:18:24 GMT -5
I won't say congrats on the divorce. I will simply acknowledge the milestone it represents for you and wish you the best as you can finally set about rebuilding your life.
I have an uncle who is about 5-6 yrs. into Alzheimer's. It's difficult to see the changes in him. He was the 1st person in our family to complete college. He managed a branch bank for decades and was a pretty sharp guy in the thinking/reasoning department. h is correct when he says it's hard to watch someone's mind fail and to have a loved one no longer recognize you.
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Post by sadkat on Nov 19, 2018 17:32:28 GMT -5
My condolences for the loss of your mom. Alzheimer’s is a vicious disease and I know how horrendous it is watching someone you love go through it.
Now that your divorce is final, you can finally start over- good luck on your journey. Touch base every once in a while and let us know how you are doing.
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Post by greatcoastal on Nov 19, 2018 17:35:44 GMT -5
Your ex's 'antics' continue to reinforce the fact that you made the right decision! Here's to peace, closure, self healing, and new beginnings!
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Post by tamara68 on Nov 28, 2018 13:45:46 GMT -5
Wishing you all the best!
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Post by GeekGoddess on Nov 28, 2018 17:43:22 GMT -5
My thoughts are wish you, flashjohn, on both of these major landmark events. To the good, it is great to finally be free of the Ex and I know your new life has already started, but to have the LEGAL parts really DONE is a weight off the shoulders for sure. I’m glad you got to be around with your mother as she completed her passage, too. My dad is well beyond real conversation anymore. I know how his current state would bother him to no end if he were in his right mind to know just how gone he is. It’s a very weird twilight. But I know I’ll actually feel a lot of loss AND gratitude for it being done, when he does go. Thoughts and blessings and hugs to you. |
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Post by flashjohn on Nov 28, 2018 18:16:36 GMT -5
Thanks to all of you!! It was a long road, and it cost me a lot of $, but it was worth every penny. Here is a picture of Kimmie & me...
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Post by choosinghappy on Nov 28, 2018 18:27:33 GMT -5
Thanks to all of you!! It was a long road, and it cost me a lot of $, but it was worth every penny. Here is a picture of Kimmie & me...
Can’t help but smile seeing this picture. So happy for you both. |
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Post by workingonit on Nov 28, 2018 18:47:03 GMT -5
❤❤❤❤ flashjohn love it!! All happiness for you!! |
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Post by ggold on Nov 28, 2018 20:07:07 GMT -5
flashjohn I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. Life has changed for you in so many ways. I wish you all the best and much happiness! Your picture makes me smile! Beautiful! G
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Post by solodriver on Nov 28, 2018 21:50:24 GMT -5
Thanks to all of you!! It was a long road, and it cost me a lot of $, but it was worth every penny. Here is a picture of Kimmie
Well done, makes me smile and gives me hope on my journey! Best wishes and great lovin!! |
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Post by sadkat on Nov 28, 2018 21:54:01 GMT -5
This warms my heart flashjohn! You both look so happy. Thanks for sharing- I love happy endings! Best of luck to you both! |
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Post by tamara68 on Nov 29, 2018 4:15:27 GMT -5
Thanks to all of you!! It was a long road, and it cost me a lot of $, but it was worth every penny. Here is a picture of Kimmie & me...
You look amazing! |
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