[LeJo12]

I found out today that we have dates to go meet our twin boys. I am so excited. We should be leaving June 1st (only and 1 1/2 weeks) and returning June 6th. That is definitely the upside of the emotional rollercoaster.

On the downside of the rollercoaster - my Mom was admitted to the hospital yesterday and my Dad says she is not doing too well and the family should get together to talk about arrangements.

Now I have no idea if I should even be travelling at this time but I can't imagine not going now that we have dates. I am so confused and conflicted.

[votemom]

oh i am so sorry to hear this. praying for you and your family right now.

[Pinkie]

I am so sorry to hear this and my prayers are with you and your family tonight. Have you spoken to your agency?

[momraine]

I am sorry too, prayers going out from here.

[kretzklan]

Check with your agency - often they can get a new travel date for emergencies like this (if you bought travel insurance it should cover the loss on your part as well)...it's a bummer to have to make a decision like this!

[Traci Major]

I agree with others that you should talk with your agency and find out what your options are
if you have to cancel.
Also, talk with your Mom if she is still able to, and she might be able to give you direction she would want you to follow if she would pass away when you need to travel.
I worked with cancer patients for 13 years and alot of times the patient would say to a family member, if it was brought up, the direction they would want them to go in a situation that their death could effect.
Our prayers are with you.
Traci

[amyfk]

Boy I am sorry you are in this situation! After all the time Im sure youve been waiting. I hope you come to peace with the decision you make as to whether or not to travel. I also hope that the "experts" are wrong and your mom will be okay!
Amy K, NJ

[LeJo12]

I did talk to my agency and asked about what would happen if we had to cancel last minute and my social worker is checking on it.

My dad also talked to my mom and she said that no matter what happens that we should go. I had a feeling that that is what she would say. My problem is that I am very close to my mom and feel like I would need the closure of the funeral if the worst were to happen.

I also talked to my brothers last night and they feel that dad may be over reacting and it may not be as bad as he thinks.

At this point we are proceeding with the plans and hopefully everything will work out.

Thank you for all your thoughts and prayers.

[ddahl]

WOW! Keep in mind that I have no idea what I am talking about because I have not had this situation before but here goes..... I say that you are in paper labor and you have to go! I can only imagine how your mom would feel knowing that her situation prevented her baby (you) from meeting her children. Of course she wants you to go. She may need to know that you are ok and as much as this is a precarious medical situation for her, I am sure she has been there along the way whilst you have made plans to become a mom yourself. In the event she does pass you could have a memorial when you come back its not the same but think of how happy you and your mom will be knowing you are off to meet your destiny. Whatever you decide to do you can keep this in mind... even in the 11th hour your Mom is still your mom, putting her babies needs in front of her own. What an amazing gift she has given you. Really you will be an amazing mom with her example! Good luck with everything!

[MamaChinch]

Oh, this is tough, prayers for you all !! Dix's take is good, hopefully all will be well for a while, though! HUGS!!!!

[angelkisses0102]

Just reading this today...wishing you all the best and...you should be meeting your twins by now. I hope all is well with both your mom and your boys! Update when you get back!!!