Today my mom called to tell me that the Dr told her that my grandmother, who is 98, is transitioning into her way out. We have known for the past couple months, and especially the last couple of weeks that she is nearing the end. The Dr said she will get no more liquids or food or medication now, but she is getting morphine, and she is comfortable. He said if any family members want to see her then they should come soon, because she could pass today or it could be in a few days. On my way to see her, and on my way from seeing her, I played this song over and over. It always takes me to a peaceful place within myself. I am feeling the lyrics "
pools of sorrow, waves of joy are drifting through my opened mind, possessing and caressing me." My grandmother has been in a nursing home for a few years now, and the last couple have been the roughest for her. She couldn't live, but she couldn't die either. I am sad, but I also feel a joyous comfort in knowing she will soon be free.
Thanks for doing this thread, krista. The Beatles have always been my favorite band, and this thread has been a nice diversion.