Sunday, February 1, 2009

Grandpa Tanaka

The other day my mom called me and told me that my grandpa had another stroke. For those of you that don't know, my grandpa had his first stroke right after Joe and I got married (About 2 1/2 years ago). It was in a portion of the brain where they can't operate. Well Grandpa had another one and this time he isn't responding too well. Mom called and said that he will last no longer than a week or two and so I decided to take Zoey down to Ogden to say our, "good byes". We have decided to go down today so that Joe gets a chance to see Grandpa one last time too. I can't help but think that if he does pass on then what a relief it will be for the family because it will end his suffering. I know this may be something weird to pray for but all I can pray for is the best. It was very emotional for me to see him in this state because of all the great memories I have with Grandpa. Zoey got to say, "hi" to him also and he just kept reaching for her with his hand. Even though he isn't responcive verbally, I know that he loves his great - grand daughters. He always asked me when I was going to have a boy and then he ended up with Zoey and her cousin Regan (who is a bubbly happy little girl). I love my grandpa!

1 comment:

Megan Miley and Chris said...

I'm sorry you are going through this. I hope that everything turns out well for him. When my grandpa passed away it was a big relief, he had been suffering for many many years. He had emphazima (no idea how to spell that) and we knew that he was free of pain. Just give Zoey and Joe lot's of hugs, I know that would help me. : )