My dear mum who I love so much and was my strength. Being the youngest I was her Pet. My mom was finally diagnosed with pancreatic cancer after 2 years. She was assured that her chances are very good and surgery will be scheduled ASAP. After 2 years of pain and depression, and giving up on God - mom's spirits were up again. We were so happy to see mom sit up in her hospital bed with all her spiritual books back by her side. She was so bubbly and happy. She had been given another chance. She got a bombshell the following day, cancer had spread too much into her liver and nothing could be done. Mom was given 6 months when she was discharged. Mom passed away 7 days later. I was devastated. I needed mom so much. I was not ready to lose her. I just prayed and prayed and prayed for a miracle.

The "last night" Mom's breathing became heavier and heavier. We were told the time was getting closer and kept vigil in the room with mom. We were advised to open all the windows and doors. It was already 4-5 am. My mom's brother who she loved so dearly left saying he will be back later. I could not take listening to moms breathing anymore. I just closed my ears and ran upstairs. A short while later my sis said: "you better come down now." At that time everyone else in the house was in the room with mom - then I walked in - mom's face was facing me.

I am very thankful and blessed that I witnessed Mom's passing. The memory of the opening her eyes and crying when I walked in reaffirmed my connection with mom which I so greatly treasure. Mom death changed my life for the better I learned to treasure and appreciate my love ones because they could be here today and gone tomorrow