Kris Baclawski

Female

Owosso, MI

United States

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About Me:
I'm in my mid 50's and have worked at a university library for about 30 years. Love dogs (Border Collies in particular), cats, wildlife and nature in general. I tend to describe myself as spiritual rather than religious and believe in working to make the world a better place for my being here.
About my Loss:
I lost my mother unexpectedly 4 months ago which may sound odd given she was 88 yrs old. She had her second diverticular bleedout and died from a stroke following emergency surgery--all occurring in less than 48 hours. Four months later, I find myself at times flashing back to scenes of that horrendous weekend, while feeling at peace with her passing. Mom was very frustrated with her physical limitations after her 1st stroke 4 years ago. It's been a difficult transition from spending much of my nonworking time in supporting her care to trying to catch up on my own household chores and forging new bonds with my immediate family. As my dad said, Mom was the linchpin which held our scattered family together.

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  • deborah white

    Hi Sue,

       It has been a while and wondering how you are. I have my good days and bad days,and sometimes I feel like mom is standing right next to me,I am not scared but if she is really there I wish she would touch my arm any any gesture that would let me know she is so close to by.

      With St.Patrick's Day on Saturday I  want to buy some green carnations,as my dad was Irish and that is what he always made sure I had.My dad passed in 1974 and I don't care what people say it does not get any easier, I am just so grateful that I have wonderful memories,my dad was only 49 and I always feel so lost without him,and now with mom passing I feel extra lost. Mom was mom and dad to me and even though her heart was broken she always tried her best and did the things he would do like buying green carnations for St.Pat's .I have mixed feelings about buying them for myself but I know my parents would be so disappointed to see me so sad,how is it possible I am making such a big deal about buying myself flowers.

       I hope to hear from you soon,and hope your critters are doing great,my girls make me so happy

    Mar 16, 2012

  • Felicia

    Hi Kris!  Just been wondering how you are doing. Hope you and your animal babies are doing well!

    Jan 2, 2016

  • Lee

    Hi Kris,

    I'm very sorry for your loss.  I can genuinely sympathize as I have also felt the loss of my loved one. Scriptures like Rev. 21:3,4 bring me a lot of comfort. 

     

    Jul 31, 2019