My Saddest moment

09-07-08, 06:53 PM

Sometime in the early morning hours of January 22nd, 1958
A Son was born to Carol Jean and Robert Reid Groves.

He was the first born of 3 children this determined couple would have.

Over the years, Carol taught him to explore books, the arts,
and to harbor a love for all.
To trust first.
Ask questions later.

Robert taught him mechanical skills.
And how to approach things in an analitical way.
And to always take care of the family first.

Over the many years,
He was both a major disappointment,
and a major point of pride to both.

But they always loved him.
No matter what?
They Loved him for who he was.

It's with tears in my eyes that I type this.
My mother, Carol, is not going to make it
through the nite.

It's been a long illness and this outcome was expected.
But it is never easy when faced with the stark reality of life.

As I do not get along with my Brother and Sister?
I decided not to stay till Mom passes.

Dad understands that I must deal with this in my own way.

I only post this here because of the many friends I have made here.
Steve and his Sheep,
VonDos and his Ships,
And all you other slackers.

You are all friends I can depend on.
You guys need to take a bow!!!

So I got a GrandSon this weekend,
and lost a Mother.

Life is so weird at times.

kylania · 09-07-08, 07:14 PM

Wow, I'm so sorry to hear that. Your family will be in my thoughts. Stay strong. Be sure to keep hold of the happy memories to be able to tell your grandson.

My mother went through life threatening surgery a few weeks ago and it just tore me apart. She made it, but it really made it clear to me that I night not be able to handle the worst when it comes.

StarLion45 · 09-07-08, 07:18 PM

I am very truly sorry for your loss Privateer

I lost my mother in 2003 , so I know how you feel

My condolances goes to You and Your family

Sailor Steve · 09-07-08, 07:37 PM

I wish I could be there to talk about it with you. My mom disappeared several years ago, just moved away without leaving a forwarding address, and I haven't been able to find her. My dad is 80, and I talk to him fairly regularly, but he has Parkinson's and is not the man he used to be, and it's only a matter of time. My sister and I get along quite well, but my brother refuses to speak to me, as do both of my daughters.

Not trying to outdo you in the downer department, just saying that I sympathize, empathize and understand. And I really do wish we could sit down and talk.

GoldenRivet · 09-07-08, 07:43 PM

my sympathies to you and your family.

09-07-08, 07:44 PM

Steve,
You are always welcome to PM me.
In many ways?
I'd love to have a one on one with you.

I know many have sadder or the same situations?
But I guess with all the people I try to help here
I owe them the truth.

And I thank you all for the well wishes.
Believe me, I do!

meduza · 09-07-08, 07:54 PM

I'm very sorry to hear about your loss, Privateer. My thoughts are with you and your family.

THE_MASK · 09-07-08, 08:16 PM

Sorry to hear this mate . Chin up buddy .

Subtype Zero · 09-07-08, 11:42 PM

My thoughts and prayers are with you, your mother, and your family, Privateer. My mother passed away in 1991 after a long illness, so I know a little how you feel. It is very hard to lose a parent, no matter what the circumstances. Take care.

Chris

HW3 · 09-08-08, 01:24 AM

Sorry to hear of your mothers pending passing. Both of my parents are gone, so I have some idea what you are going through. Yes, it is funny how life works sometimes, you gain a grandson and lose a mother.

gAiNiAc · 09-08-08, 01:37 AM

Grace will show your heart the way.

Peace be with you.

UnderseaLcpl · 09-08-08, 01:49 AM

What can I say that has not already been said. I've yet to lose a parent, but I can imagine how terrible such a thing must be.

But look on the bright side. Whereas time will lessen the pain of your loss, it will only magnify the joy of having your grandson in your life.

Best wishes to you, and I hope your relationship with your brother and sister will improve.

You'll be in my prayers tonight,

-the Lance

VonDos · 09-08-08, 02:07 AM

This is really sad.
I'm sorry, mate! I'm with you.
A requiem.

Cezbor · 09-08-08, 02:32 AM

It's truly sad, I have no words....... . There are moments that we feel alone and lost ........ even among brothers.

Jimbuna · 09-08-08, 03:34 AM

Saw you had been back on the server middle of night (GMT) after your quick departure earlier.

Keep the faith mate. You are in friends thoughts. We'll speak tonight on the server.

Jim

09-07-08, 06:53 PM	#1
Madox58 Stowaway Posts: n/a Downloads: Uploads:	My Saddest moment Sometime in the early morning hours of January 22nd, 1958 A Son was born to Carol Jean and Robert Reid Groves. He was the first born of 3 children this determined couple would have. Over the years, Carol taught him to explore books, the arts, and to harbor a love for all. To trust first. Ask questions later. Robert taught him mechanical skills. And how to approach things in an analitical way. And to always take care of the family first. Over the many years, He was both a major disappointment, and a major point of pride to both. But they always loved him. No matter what? They Loved him for who he was. It's with tears in my eyes that I type this. My mother, Carol, is not going to make it through the nite. It's been a long illness and this outcome was expected. But it is never easy when faced with the stark reality of life. As I do not get along with my Brother and Sister? I decided not to stay till Mom passes. Dad understands that I must deal with this in my own way. I only post this here because of the many friends I have made here. Steve and his Sheep, VonDos and his Ships, And all you other slackers. You are all friends I can depend on. You guys need to take a bow!!! So I got a GrandSon this weekend, and lost a Mother. Life is so weird at times.

09-07-08, 07:18 PM	#3
StarLion45 Grey Wolf Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Stavanger,Norway Posts: 895 Downloads: 78 Uploads: 0	Privateer I am very truly sorry for your loss Privateer I lost my mother in 2003 , so I know how you feel My condolances goes to You and Your family

09-07-08, 07:37 PM	#4
Sailor Steve Eternal Patrol Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: High in the mountains of Utah Posts: 50,369 Downloads: 745 Uploads: 249	I wish I could be there to talk about it with you. My mom disappeared several years ago, just moved away without leaving a forwarding address, and I haven't been able to find her. My dad is 80, and I talk to him fairly regularly, but he has Parkinson's and is not the man he used to be, and it's only a matter of time. My sister and I get along quite well, but my brother refuses to speak to me, as do both of my daughters. Not trying to outdo you in the downer department, just saying that I sympathize, empathize and understand. And I really do wish we could sit down and talk. __________________ “Never do anything you can't take back.” —Rocky Russo

09-07-08, 07:43 PM	#5
GoldenRivet Subsim Aviator Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 8,726 Downloads: 146 Uploads: 0	my sympathies to you and your family. __________________

09-07-08, 07:54 PM	#7
meduza Ace of the Deep Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: on patrol Posts: 1,035 Downloads: 40 Uploads: 0	I'm very sorry to hear about your loss, Privateer. My thoughts are with you and your family. __________________

09-07-08, 07:14 PM	#2
kylania Silent Hunter Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 3,528 Downloads: 118 Uploads: 0	Wow, I'm so sorry to hear that. Your family will be in my thoughts. Stay strong. Be sure to keep hold of the happy memories to be able to tell your grandson. My mother went through life threatening surgery a few weeks ago and it just tore me apart. She made it, but it really made it clear to me that I night not be able to handle the worst when it comes.

09-07-08, 07:44 PM	#6
Madox58 Stowaway Posts: n/a Downloads: Uploads:	Steve, You are always welcome to PM me. In many ways? I'd love to have a one on one with you. I know many have sadder or the same situations? But I guess with all the people I try to help here I owe them the truth. And I thank you all for the well wishes. Believe me, I do!

09-07-08, 08:16 PM	#8
THE_MASK Ace of the deep . Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 9,226 Downloads: 901 Uploads: 73	Sorry to hear this mate . Chin up buddy .

09-07-08, 11:42 PM	#9
Subtype Zero Lieutenant Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: 19,998 Leagues under the sea Posts: 262 Downloads: 7 Uploads: 0	My thoughts and prayers are with you, your mother, and your family, Privateer. My mother passed away in 1991 after a long illness, so I know a little how you feel. It is very hard to lose a parent, no matter what the circumstances. Take care. Chris __________________

09-08-08, 01:24 AM	#10
HW3 Navy Seal Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Gresham Oregon Posts: 6,574 Downloads: 458 Uploads: 0	Sorry to hear of your mothers pending passing. Both of my parents are gone, so I have some idea what you are going through. Yes, it is funny how life works sometimes, you gain a grandson and lose a mother. __________________ "Some ships are designed to sink...others require our assistance." Nathan Zelk

09-08-08, 01:37 AM	#11
gAiNiAc Weps Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 369 Downloads: 16 Uploads: 0	Grace will show your heart the way. Peace be with you. __________________

09-08-08, 01:49 AM	#12
UnderseaLcpl Silent Hunter Join Date: May 2008 Location: Storming the beaches! Posts: 4,254 Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	What can I say that has not already been said. I've yet to lose a parent, but I can imagine how terrible such a thing must be. But look on the bright side. Whereas time will lessen the pain of your loss, it will only magnify the joy of having your grandson in your life. Best wishes to you, and I hope your relationship with your brother and sister will improve. You'll be in my prayers tonight, -the Lance __________________ I stole this sig from Task Force

09-08-08, 02:07 AM	#13
VonDos Admiral Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Italy Posts: 2,352 Downloads: 78 Uploads: 60	This is really sad. I'm sorry, mate! I'm with you. A requiem. __________________ Those, others and WIP ships are avaiable in my SHIPYARD here: http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=136508

09-08-08, 02:32 AM	#14
Cezbor 中国水兵 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Bia³ystok, Polska Posts: 272 Downloads: 16 Uploads: 0	It's truly sad, I have no words....... . There are moments that we feel alone and lost ........ even among brothers. __________________ "U-106" No one will be forgotten...

09-08-08, 03:34 AM	#15
Jimbuna Chief of the Boat Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: 250 metres below the surface Posts: 190,499 Downloads: 63 Uploads: 13	Saw you had been back on the server middle of night (GMT) after your quick departure earlier. Keep the faith mate. You are in friends thoughts. We'll speak tonight on the server. Jim __________________ Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something. Oh my God, not again!!