She was smiling on her 2nd day in the hospital (when this photo was taken) but now it’s Day 15 and she is in the ICU after multiple surgeries. My grandma is the strongest person I know, but if you’re the praying kind, our family would appreciate the healing thoughts and prayers.
Many of you may have already seen this on Instagram and Facebook, and I just wanted to let you know that we are all beyond grateful for your amazing words. I read many of the comments before boarding a flight from Boston to Los Angeles and was in tears walking down the tarmac. The comfort of friends from all over the world can make such a difference. At first I was frustrated at the fact that the American Airlines plane didn’t have internet on board for the nearly 6 hour flight. Then it occurred to me that I could use the time for reading my friend, Kristin Harmel’s new book, The Sweetness of Forgetting
Not wanting to waste any time, I went straight to the taxi line at the airport and directly to the hospital. Ahpo was stable and after some time, opened her eyes and acknowledged Cindy, Mommy and me. Her eyes sparkled just a bit and she even had us laughing by some of the things she was saying, like her famous line, “Did you eat?” She has always been the one to look after everyone else. I am sure she can feel the prayers and love from each and every one of you out there. Words cannot express the gratitude felt from the bottom of our hearts (and probably even Ahpo’s new pacemaker)! THANK YOU!
Sending up prayers of healing right now!!
thank you!!
so glad you were able to connect with someone on the flight…God knows just when you need that comfort.
will keep your family in our prayers.
blessings, friend.
xx
so true, she was a total angel.
thank you!
Absolutely praying for your family. And I’m so thankful that there was someone on your plane to give you comfort!
she was an absolute angel.
thank you!
Awe that is so sweet. God knows what we need and at the right time. Will continue to pray for your sweet grandma. xo
amazing, isn’t it?
thanks!
So glad that you had a caring and compassionate seatmate, Amy. Praying for your family.
really appreciate it, thank you!
Hugs & prayers to you & your family. So glad you found someone to comfort you on the long flight. We never know when an angel may be right beside us.
Holding you in my heart sweetheart. . .
xo
Huge hugs and love for you and your family Amy. I’ll keep you guys in my prayers – much love and (((HUGS)))…
Oh Amy, sending you lots of love, hugs and prayers for your Ahpo, you and your family. Happy to see her smiling still and hoping for the best.
Sending healing thoughts and prayers for your Ahpo!! That’s a wonderful picture of her smile…and I’m happy that the flight was made easier on you with the lady you visited with.
Your Ahpo and family are in my prayers. God bless all of you Amy xx
So sorry that your grandma is in the hospital! Praying <3
Sending you some hugs for the both of you, glad you were able to go be with her.
so sorry to hear of your pain, and worry, amy.
so hard to watch a loved grandparent suffer so.
my heart goes out to you deeply.
and will lift you up in prayer.
May the LORD bless you and keep you during this time.
~jamie
Sending you, your family and Ahpo lots of prayer and well wishes
I saw your post on FB and have been thinking and praying for your grandmother, you, and your family. Beautiful post.
My thoughts and well wishes are being sent your way xx
Lots of healing thoughts. She looks like a sweet person and a bit of a fighter too, so I believe she’ll be all right. Hugs to your and your family.
Amy, my thoughts, prayers and well wishes are with you and your precious family.
Your grandma has the most sweet smile, she has a real sparkle, rest well Amy’s grandma. x
Your grandma looks like the sweetest gal ever! Best wishes for a speedy recovery, I’ll be thinking about you and your family. xxx
Will keep your Ah Po in my thoughts and prayers Amy.. and I know with your busy schedule coming up, you’ll be worried for her too. Sending lots of healing vibes for a speedy recovery!!
P/S: See you soon!
Lots of Love, prayers, and positive vibes to you and your family Amy! total blessing and guarding angel to have that lady on the plane with you! Stay strong!
hugs & prayers your families way!!
xo
Hugs to you and your family, Amy!
So glad to find out that your grandma is all better now! Will keep your grandma in prayers
Take care
Hope she’s doing well!
Your plane story is a lovely reminder…even in our darkest moments there are possibilities for hope. Continued good wishes for your grandmothers speedy and uneventful recovery.
Sending prayers for you and your family from Savannah, GA. May God keep you close and take care of your grandmother. Know that many are praying for her recovery. Hold her hand, tell her that you love her. Tell her what she means to you. It is a gift you can give to her right now. God Bless.
My prayers are with you and your family, Amy. If you wish, please jot down this Scripture and have your grandma recite it.
“Heal me, O Lord, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved; for thou art my praise.” (Jeremiah 17:14)
May God shower your family with blessings!
Hugs and happy thoughts to you and your family!! I know the feeling of being up in the air helpless…so sweet you found comfort in your flying neighbor!! Hugs to your Ahpo.
Amy,
I am praying for you, your grandmother and family! Sending positive thoughts and healing energy and vibes! Xoxoxo
Sending lots of positive thoughts and prayers to your Ahpo, you and your family. I definitely know that the kind words and love that people send your way help in such a big way during times like this! Safe travels!!
Oh gosh I sure know how you were feeling. I worry about my gma more so every day now since my gpa passed away 4 weeks ago. It’s been tough for my family since it was unexpected and shocking. We are still trying to understand the whys. Miss him so much. I’m glad your Ahpo is doing well and with a smile on her face.
Oh Amy, sending prayers and hugs to you, your family and your Ahpo. Will be sending healing vibes and positive thoughts for a speedy recovery. xoxoxo
Praying for you and your family.
sending many thoughts and prayers your families way!
Praying for all of you!
Sending love and best wishes of recovery. Your grandma seem wonderful. You are one lucky gal. Enjoy her all you can. I will be praying for her and your family.
I said a prayer for your grandma and you and your family. I lost my grandma 3 years ago, the day after my birthday 2 weeks before i was going to visit her. She was 95. I prayed you would have her around for a long time to come.
I will be keeping you and
your family in my prayers.
I know this is going to seem like a weird question but is your grandmother Japanese? I ask because my step-grandmother and aunt are Japanese and from Los Angeles. They have a wonderful group of friends in LA that always look out for each other and I’m wondering if maybe they know each other. We are Buddhist and our community is great, we will keep her in our prayers.
Hi Amy, not a weird question at all. She is Chinese. She speaks only Hakka, which unfortunately is a dying language. Thanks so much!
Sending my prayers and good thoughts your way!! Really hope that Ah Po will be back in good health soon. Take care
Praying for healing and happiness for you and your family. I know exactly how you are feeling because I have been in the same boat recently with my Grandmother as well.
Amy, praying that God bring your Grandmother a complete recover so that you all will have more time to enjoy and love each other. May the Holy Spirit cover and heal her and help your family deal with all that is on your plates.
Amy, you, your grandmother and your family are in my prayers. Hoping she will be better soon. Take care and God Bless.
Blessings to your Grandmother and your family! Please keep us informed on her progress. Hope she can go home soon and feel great.
I truly thought my grandmother would live to be 100. She passed away at 81
so sorry! I hit return before finishing my thought! Anyway, she passed away at 81, LONG before I thought she’d be gone. I totally took her for granted, thought she’d always be there. So glad you have this time to love your grandmother and appreciate her. My grandmother would have loved my husband (she raised 2 boys), and would have probably love my daughter as well!
I wish I had more time with her, but she left this world as a woman living independently and strong, and I can not think of any greater gift.
Sorry to hear about your Grandma but I wish you and your family all the love in the world. I am not religious but I hope all goes well xoxox
hope your ahpoh gets well soon!
your grandmother is so cute. sending many happy, healing thoughts your way.
Hope your grandma had a good day
Sorry to hear about your grandmother, I hope she is on the mend. Our prayers are with you and yours.
Hope your Ahpo will have a speedy recovery. My mom is in a bit of a pickle herself, she will be 96, August 21.
Good thoughts for you.
Blessings to you and esp to your Popo! I am so shocked to hear hakka described as a dying language. I have always heard that most Hawaii Chinese are Hakka, so just figured it would be going strong. I am half Chinese (on my dad’s side, that’s the Lee in glee), but from MI not HI. Love & aloha to Ahpo and you.
Hi Glee, It’s not a fact that it’s a dying language, but just an assumption on my part, really. I haven’t come across many people in my life who speak it fluently. Thanks for the well wishes. She is still in the ICU and getting lots of love and care, but we are so grateful for more!
Bom dia de domingo… chuvoso na praia!
Estou passando por aqui para conhecer o seu trabalho, pois soube na TELA ARTES que estará em Vitória – Espírito Santo – Brasil, no mês de outubro. E, iremos nos conhecer pessoalmente… precisaremos de interprete…(risos).
Mas, estou precisamente escrevendo-lhe, para enviar minha solidariedade e oração a você e família, por sua avó.
Deus lhes abençoe e guarde a cada um.
Abraços, Véra Pestana.
Amy, I thought about your Grandma quite a few times lately, wishing her well and hopefully feeling better.