My father held on to life far longer than he should have. He said on many occasions that if he hadn't been so interested in this election, hadn't been so intent on seeing whether this country had it in itself to overlook old prejudices and do what needed to be done, that he would have stopped bothering with meatspace long ago.
OK, he didn't actually say "meatspace", but you get the gist.
On saturday, he slipped into a coma. Occasional groans. Hand would twitch a bit when I took it in mine. Mouth would open slightly for the liquid morphine dispenser. Old friends came by for their last visits, hoping to elicit a ghost of a smile at the sound of their voices.
For three days I prayed to a god I don't believe in to not let him suffer needlessly and silently.
On tuesday evening, he started "blinking in" for a few seconds at a time. He'd turn his head slightly, eyes snapping into focus and staring at me intently. I raised the head of his bed enough so that if he were still seeing, he could see the TV. We sat their, his hand in mine, watching history unfold.
When they called Colorado and Iowa for you, when it was obvious that once the returns from California and Washington came in the final nail would be driven into a coffin filled with 8 years of greedy incompetence, I squeezed his hand and touched his face. "Hey Dad!", much louder than usual to try to get whatever attention he had left to give. His eyes came into focus. Hand squeezed mine back as he articulated a questioning sound.
I told him that you had won. His eyes lit up and his whole face relaxed for the first time in weeks. He looked directly at me and actually smiled.
"oh...that's GOOD."
And slipped back under.
A few hours later, he was gone.
Mr. President, you'd better not let us down.
I'm really sorry, ECH. :sad:
*hugs*
ECH I am sorry for your loss.
Your father was a badass, and the world needs more badasses.
And yes, Mr. Teh President, do not turn out to be a cock.
I'm sorry about your loss, ECH. :cry:
Sorry to hear about your dad, ECH
At least his final moments were spent without pain, surrounded by family and friends
Condolences, ECH.
And you're right, Obama better not fuck this up.
ECH, sorry about your loss, but i'm also glad for you and your father that it's over,
and really happy that he died happy with his caring son by his side.
*hugs*
ECH I am terribly sorry for your loss. Losing a praent is really hard. I'm sorry! :sad:
Fuck. ECH, I'm beyond words right now. I'm really glad your dad got to know about last night.
I'm so sorry to hear of his passing.
That is one of the most touching story's I have heard in a while.
Sorry about your loss man.
Sorry to hear about your loss, ECH.
As you know, you have my condolences.
Here is to hope, and the fact your father knew something important to him had changed, before he passed away.
I've only been on the forums a very short time but I am very sorry for your loss as well.
Hopefully our new President won't betray the strength your father showed in holding on to hear the news.
:mittens:
Powerful writing there.
I'd say I'm "sorry for your loss," but I really don't know you or your dad.
:( If I could, I would give you such a big hug right now.
*Man hug for ECH*
You're right, Obama better not let us down.
I just read this.
Christ, ECH. Your father was fucking awesome, and I know that you've been waiting for this for a while. It's quite something to believe that he was so strong about the future of this country. It's good to know that he found peace in the election results.
I hope that you find warmth and piece in his death as well, and that everything works out for you over on the Left Coast.
Deepest condolences on your loss, ECH.
This puts a lump in my throat every time I read it.
May your father rest in peace.
I realize I'm just repeating what's been said before but I am sorry for your loss ECH. I'm also glad that your father got to see something so important to him before he passed away.
Condolences ECH.
I'm sorry for your loss.
My heart goes out to you, man.
Your dad was lucky to have a son who cared for him like you did in his final days.
Sorry to hear. Your father's one hell of a guy.
Sorry for your loss man. :sad:
Sorry for the loss and be positive :)
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Crap.
ECH, I don't know how I even missed this thread.
Sorry man, I had no idea about your dad. :sad:
Condolences to you & your family.
Quote from: imike24 on December 02, 2008, 01:36:54 PM
Sorry for the loss and be positive :)
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Nice Spammer.
QuoteMr. President, you'd better not let us down.
Yes he can!
I shall now go hang myself by the neck until dead out of guilt for making such a tasteless comment. But you know, deep down, that I'm right.
Quote from: Jesrad on December 03, 2008, 01:32:09 PM
QuoteMr. President, you'd better not let us down.
Yes he can!
I shall now go hang myself by the neck until dead out of guilt for making such a tasteless comment. But you know, deep down, that I'm right.
What the hell are you talking about?
Condolences ECH and I really hope for you people over there that he'll turn out allright.
Quote from: Manta Obscura on December 03, 2008, 02:03:00 PM
Quote from: Jesrad on December 03, 2008, 01:32:09 PM
QuoteMr. President, you'd better not let us down.
Yes he can!
I shall now go hang myself by the neck until dead out of guilt for making such a tasteless comment. But you know, deep down, that I'm right.
What the hell are you talking about?
I think he is a Republican! RUN!!!!
Quote from: Jesrad on December 03, 2008, 01:32:09 PM
QuoteMr. President, you'd better not let us down.
Yes he can!
I shall now go hang myself by the neck until dead out of guilt for making such a tasteless comment. But you know, deep down, that I'm right.
:lulz:
Quote from: Ratatosk on December 03, 2008, 03:24:56 PM
:lulz:
:|
Why do you insist on encouraging idiots?
I normally wouldn't mention it but you've got a track record for it and you do it like you're paid by the dozen.
Not to mention the context of the original post.
Jesus, a little respect?