My father

My father passed away yesterday morning after a week and a half in the hospital. He went in because he was weak (could barely stand and couldn't swallow any food). After a couple of tests it turned out he had stage 4 colon cancer that had already spread to his lungs and other places. On top of this he had a hole in his bladder, a hole in his colon and his liver was shot. The hospital was great but we knew that there was no hope for him.


It is difficult as a child to see your once tall strong father go into being a weak stick person. It tore at my heart to hear him babble about his wallet and glasses because he was confused on where he was. I tried to visit him as much as I good but with 3 kids it was difficult to get out there everyday. I am glad that I have 5 siblings that were able to visit. My two youngest siblings T & K really stepped up and took great care of our father by going everyday.

My father passed away quietly with his mother and younger brother there with him. I am sad he is gone but happy he is away from the pain.

I love my father and will miss him everyday.

Hayneedle twitter party!

I love a good twitter party and Hayneedle throws some good ones. They are having one Thursday, May 05, 2011 from 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM (CT). The prize list for this part is a doozy, it includes a porch swing, a gas grill, dining set and more. Who wouldn't want to win that?

Participating in a twitter party can be a little intimidating at first,. My advice for your first few parties is to just follow what the host is saying and answer their questions (in this case @hayneedle) As you get more used to twitter then branch out to jump into the conversation of the other party goers.

For much info on this party and to RSVP go to
http://hayneedletwitterparty.eventbrite.com/

I hope to see you there!