I lost my sister over the weekend

[artradley]

She was my only sibling, and apparently passed away in her sleep Friday night at the age of 72. The most painful part is that five years ago she became estranged from our mother, and has refused to speak to her since then. Which left to me the job of calling my 92-year-old mother and giving her the news that her daughter had died without having spoken to her in five years. I've lost two long-time friends and my sister this year, and it's making me take a long look at my priorities in life. I need to spend less time on things I don't enjoy, and more time engaging with the people in my life who I love and whose friendships I cherish.

 

[Huey Grey]

Sorry to hear that. It's rough losing a sibling. Wishing you well while you go through this.

 

[tarheelbybirth]

No words, art. I've got nothing but good thoughts for you.

 

[JimStarr777]

Sorry to hear it, man. I obviously can’t put myself in your shoes, but you have my sympathies.

 

[Doodads and Hoohah]

Definitely prioritize the things that give you joy. Our time here is short. Ts and Ps

 

[FAUlty Gator]

So sorry for your loss. I hope you find peace soon.

 

[BrunoMars420]

She was my only sibling, and apparently passed away in her sleep Friday night at the age of 72. The most painful part is that five years ago she became estranged from our mother, and has refused to speak to her since then. Which left the job of calling my 92-year-old mother and giving her the news that her daughter had died without having spoken to her in five years. I've lost two long-time friends and my sister this year, and it's making me take a long look at my priorities in life. I need to spend less time on things I don't enjoy, and more time engaging with the people in my life who I love and whose friendships I cherish.

Sorry to hear the news. I’ll be sending all the good vibes to you during this hard time.

 

[Nole-4-Life]

I feel you man. Lost my only brother 30 years ago. It's something that never really goes away.

 

[Whiskeydeltadeltatango]

Sorry for your loss.



Dear Lord,

Please be with Art and his family during these times.

Amen

 

[OutbackBowl2017]

Condolences. Sorry they weren’t able to communicate with their advanced age as you never know when it is going to happen. That sucks for them and you with your losses.

 

[Old_wrestling_fan]

Sorry to hear that Art, many sympathies to you. I totally get your thoughts about focusing your time on the "good stuff" in your life. I think that way too, as I am now old enough to have had a variety of people pass on "around" me.

Sorry for your loss.

 

[HawkeyeShawn]

Very sorry to hear of your loss. I lost my sister around this time last year. She was 56 at the time. Totally change my life. Quit my job of 15 years after being completely miserable at of over the last 3. Attempting to spend more time with family, especially my father and my brother, going to concerts, etc. I spend a lot less time on HBOT, spend most of my time here reading and observing rather than engaging.

 

[Gus is dead]

She was my only sibling, and apparently passed away in her sleep Friday night at the age of 72. The most painful part is that five years ago she became estranged from our mother, and has refused to speak to her since then. Which left the job of calling my 92-year-old mother and giving her the news that her daughter had died without having spoken to her in five years. I've lost two long-time friends and my sister this year, and it's making me take a long look at my priorities in life. I need to spend less time on things I don't enjoy, and more time engaging with the people in my life who I love and whose friendships I cherish.

Sorry for your loss. I sincerely hope some good comes from this somehow.

 

[Ray Kinsella]

Very sorry for your loss.

 

[hawkbirch]

I'm so sorry for your loss and for you having to be the one to tell your mother. That's a lot all at once. My thoughts are with you.

 

[lucas80]

What a terrible turn for you, Art, on top of an already tough year. I'm so very sorry.

 

[IANDFAN]

Sorry for your loss, Art.

 

[Aardvark86]

She was my only sibling, and apparently passed away in her sleep Friday night at the age of 72. The most painful part is that five years ago she became estranged from our mother, and has refused to speak to her since then. Which left to me the job of calling my 92-year-old mother and giving her the news that her daughter had died without having spoken to her in five years. I've lost two long-time friends and my sister this year, and it's making me take a long look at my priorities in life. I need to spend less time on things I don't enjoy, and more time engaging with the people in my life who I love and whose friendships I cherish.

Art, so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers, and I will include your sister in my daily rosary intention.

 

[fredjr82]

I need to spend less time on things I don't enjoy, and more time engaging with the people in my life who I love and whose friendships I cherish.

Also, sorry for your loss.

 

[BrianNole777]

Sorry for your loss. I'll say a rosary for her.

 

[Hans81]

She was my only sibling, and apparently passed away in her sleep Friday night at the age of 72. The most painful part is that five years ago she became estranged from our mother, and has refused to speak to her since then. Which left to me the job of calling my 92-year-old mother and giving her the news that her daughter had died without having spoken to her in five years. I've lost two long-time friends and my sister this year, and it's making me take a long look at my priorities in life. I need to spend less time on things I don't enjoy, and more time engaging with the people in my life who I love and whose friendships I cherish.

My thoughts and prayers are with you. I lost my mom this year and miss her dearly.

 

[Nagarunja]

"Don't grieve. Anything you lose comes round in another form."

-Rumi

 

[Rifler]

Condolences...

 

[NoWokeBloke]

Let me guess, she was a Shitlib?

 

[gohawks50]

I lost my younger brother last year. Since our parents passed I moved back to my parents house and my brother lived in another house on the farm. We saw each other every day. I helped him with the farm especially at planting and harvest time. The day he died he complained about really bad heartburn and I asked if he was sure that's what it was. He said yes. At about 4:30 he put his equipment and pickup in the machine sheds and walked up the hill to his house. When I went to take my dog out an hour or so later, his dog was running around in my yard unsupervised. He never did that so I quickly went up to his house. I opened the door called his name and got no answer. I walked in and found him on the floor already gone. I feel guilty that I wasn't more insistent that his heartburn was something else. Miss him everyday.

Very sorry for your loss Art.

 

[goldmom]

Art - so very sorry for your loss. My siblings and I are all 70+ now and we have decided to tell each other I Love You every time we speak or gather. Our kids are starting to say “Mom/Dad are you feeling okay?” and we’re starting to appreciate that they ask.
What is so sad is that you Mom and your sister weren’t communicating over these last years. And that you had to break the sad news to your Mom. So very sorry for your loss. I hope you and your family find solace in each other’s love and caring.

 

[SolarHawk]

Sorry for your loss Art, if there's anything positive to take away from this, it's that she went peacefully in her sleep. That's the best any of us can hope for.

 

[soonerinlOUisiana]

🙏🏻

 

[sober_teacher]

Best wishes to you and yours at this time.

Let me guess, she was a Shitlib?

Totally inappropriate dude.

 

[ButtersHawk]

Sucks to hear, based off your posting history you seem to be the linchpin of your family which only makes it tougher.

Thoughts and prayers to you and your mother in this hard time. You have mostly a good community here if ya need it!

 

[soonerinlOUisiana]

Sorry for your loss. I'll say a rosary for her.

“Let perpetual light shine upon her….”

 

[InsaneHawkJJP]

Sorry for your loss art. Sending positive vibes your way.

 

[noleclone2]

She was my only sibling, and apparently passed away in her sleep Friday night at the age of 72. The most painful part is that five years ago she became estranged from our mother, and has refused to speak to her since then. Which left to me the job of calling my 92-year-old mother and giving her the news that her daughter had died without having spoken to her in five years. I've lost two long-time friends and my sister this year, and it's making me take a long look at my priorities in life. I need to spend less time on things I don't enjoy, and more time engaging with the people in my life who I love and whose friendships I cherish.

Very sorry to hear this. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts. It’s so sad how some families can have estranged relationships that never get resolved before a death. My wife’s mom just lost a sister who completely went of grid 10 years ago with her daughter. She found out 3 weeks later.

 

[DooBi]

Sorry to hear that op. Thoughts and prayers to you and your mother.

 

[Fan In Black]

sorry for your loss

 

[noStemsnoSTICKS]

She was my only sibling, and apparently passed away in her sleep Friday night at the age of 72. The most painful part is that five years ago she became estranged from our mother, and has refused to speak to her since then. Which left to me the job of calling my 92-year-old mother and giving her the news that her daughter had died without having spoken to her in five years. I've lost two long-time friends and my sister this year, and it's making me take a long look at my priorities in life. I need to spend less time on things I don't enjoy, and more time engaging with the people in my life who I love and whose friendships I cherish.

I am so sorry to read this. Having had a similar family dynamic I can appreciate the pain that comes with words that were never said. I'm sorry.

 

[fsu1jreed]

Sincerest condolences

 

[St. Louis Hawk]

Sorry to hear this OP. Take care.

 

[CaboKP]

Sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

 

[binsfeldcyhawk2]

Sorry for your loss.