Wednesday, March 06, 2013

On How to Comfort a Mother

It seems like the same scenario back in 2010. This time it is my grandfather who is 85 years old. He is one health conscious person. He jogs and walks everyday and does not skip his medications. Earlier yesterday he even went to the beach with my relatives.

At night we got a phone call. My cousins were rushing him to the hospital due to a suspected stroke. He was still semi conscious for he was still able to respond in a way. After a CT scan they said there was a blood clot so they suggested to transfer to another hospital that specializes on those stuff. However, the operation cannot push through right away since my grandfather was under medication.

Today, he was brought to the hospital in the city. He underwent the operation because the clot was getting bigger. He has not waken up since the procedure.

I cannot bear to see the stress my mom is undergoing. But how do I comfort a mother whose father who just underwent a stroke? How can I be strong if just by the thought of whats happening brings tears to my eyes?

I am no doctor, and all I can do is pray that my grandfather will get the right treatment and have a speedy recovery.

Kuya Jess, may Your will be done.