{{{Cass}}}

We had a tough morning that went much better than expected. C's dad signed his part of the guardian ship papers, saying he recommends us. This is going to make the rest of the process MUCH easier.

I went to shake his hand goodbye at the end and got pulled into a hug and he whispered "thanks" in my ear.

MG, that is great news. It's also good to know that the man really understands what's happening and appreciates it. I hope C is feeling good about it.

{{{{Cass}}}}

C is feeling crampy which seems to override everything else right now. I think overall she is happy, but it is so complicated. I can't imagine what is going on in her head right now.

Oh, Cass. I'm glad her struggle is over, but I'm so sorry for your loss.

MG, that's so very cool.

Man, between the two of you - damn allergies.

(((((Cass and family))))) Peace to all of you. It sounds like every one of you put forth an amazing, heroic effort, even through the suddenness and the pain, to ease your grandma's passing as much as possible, and to support one another through it all.

{{{Cass}}}, and because it sounds like a necessary but difficult situation, {{{C}}}.

{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{Cass}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}} Call if you need any little or big thing a'tall.

{{{{{{Cass}}}}}}} I'll be around on IM off and on through the afternoon and evening if you want to chat. My family went though some very similar things this year, and I'd be happy to lend a sympathetic ear.

I filled her room with pictures of her whole family, candles, fresh flowers and her favorite music.

{{{Cass}}} You're a thoughtful, loving granddaughter. Much peace to you and your family.

C's dad signed his part of the guardian ship papers, saying he recommends us.

Good news, Maidengurl!