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Old September 2nd, 2015, 07:06 PM
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Oldspackrat, taking a short timeout. :(

My 83 year old grandmother that raised me has been on hospice care for the past 2 1/2 years but has been in the hospital for the last several days. Being my own(not very good) boss & selling Oldsmobile parts for a living has afforded me the opportunity to camp out in her room for the last several days to be here for her as the end approaches. It could be tonight or in the next couple days but near for sure.
That being said, I have a handful of people seeking parts/prices/pictures. I apologize for the delay & will be back to it as soon as life permits.
Thanks for your understanding,
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I have bin praying for you and your family. Will continue. I am sure everyone will understand.
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Scott, prayers going out for you bud. I had a Grandmother who did the same for me early in my life as well. Take care sir and God bless.
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I know how you must feel - I am glad you are with her.
My prayers are with both of you, as well as your families.
Take care my friend!
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Scott you're the man and you are to commended for doing for your Grandmother.
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Prayers for you and your Grandmother Scott.

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Old September 2nd, 2015, 08:13 PM
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I'm very sorry, Scott.

I cared for my grandma through her last two years, as everyone else was gone, and it was a tough time.

You're doing the right thing, and afterward you will know that you did the best you could.

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My thoughts go out to you and your family. I went thru the same sort of thing in 2009 with my mother. It is a very difficult time for all, it's good that you are able to be there for her. Take care of yourself.
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Family first, everything else can wait. God bless you for caring for your grandmother, and may the Lord look over her during these trying times. Anthony
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Hi Scott,

I hope the best for you and your grandmother, It's very hard when any family member passes or about to pass! It's terribly considerate for you to be there for her.

I also believe that this forums masses will be kind enough to wait till you get back to business.

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Family always comes first. Prayers for you and your grandmother.
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Scott, Bless you for caring for your grandmother, and peace be with you. Joe
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As my Father used to say..."Family first. Everything else can be replaced." Take care of your Grandmother. That's the important thing.
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Thoughts are with you Scott.
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Take care of your family. We're thinking of you. We'll be here when you get back.
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Family comes first. Not much more to say about that. You're doing the right thing.
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You are doing the right thing.I went threw this with my stepmom. Everyone here i hope is understanding enough.Prayers sent.
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Old September 3rd, 2015, 06:34 AM
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If someone is not understanding then they are not human. That is until they go through this, then they will understand. Family n kids first pack rat! Tough to deal with loved ones at this stage in their lives, but you're there for her "paying it back" and that is all that matters. We're with ya man! Good luck!
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You are doing a very good thing Scott! I'll pray for her........
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Family, Friends. Everything else can wait. Prayers going out.
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Scott,

My thoughts and prayers go out to you. It is great that you can be so close to your Grandmother at a time like this. Take care

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Thanks to you all for the thoughts, prayers, & kind words! Grandma slipped away just before 6am today. Grandpa & I were there for her last moments here. Still have to help with the rest of the details but at least I know she is not suffering anymore.
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So sorry for your loss but I'm glad you were there
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I'm sorry, Scott.

Don't hurry back - take the time you need to make arrangements, be with Grandpa, see family, and clear your mind.

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Sorry about your grandmother, but you were fortunate to be able to make the time to be there with them. Don't think twice about the small stuff I bought, my car is in pieces and I'm in no hurry at all.

Take care
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Thinking of you Scott. And our thoughts are with you

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I am very sorry to hear about your grandmother. My prayers are with you and your family.
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My thoughts are also with you Scott.
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Scott, sorry to hear about her passing on. But like you said, and I believe, she is not suffering anymore. You being there at the final second was the best you could do. I want to do the same should my mom pass. Best wishes and my prayers are with you..
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Scott, our condolences on your loss, our thoughts are with you.
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Condolences, I'm in the same camp about family coming first. Take a break, a few deep breaths, hug the wife and kids, and when your ready, get back at it.
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Scott,
Very sorry to hear of your situation.
Sincere condolences for your loss.
Good of you to take time to be with your grandmother in her final days.
Prayers and wishes for the best to you and your family.
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I'm glad you were there. I was half an hour late to get to my grandma, but my aunt was there, and she passed in her sleep anyway.

Take it easy, and you may find you have a headache for no reason from all the emotion; I sure did. Bless you and her.
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As you said, she is no longer suffering but I know it is still tough losing a parent or in your case grandmother who was more like a mother to you. You can be proud of yourself, Scott.
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My heart is with you Scott

I am very sorry to hear about your grandmother. My prayers are with you and your family
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Condolences

Scott to you and your family my deepest condolences , you are all in my thoughts. Be strong and stay well, your friend and brother

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Scott,sorry to hear of your Families loss. Your Grandma and Family are in my prayers.
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Sorry for your loss Scott, family comes first...always.
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