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from all of us who recognize your pain...........

I wish you what comfort there can be in fond memories.

Safe travels.

You will be OK.

driving, my friend. Love, Debbie . Peace to your grandma.

Hugs. Peaceful vibes.

and let those "numb you" to your loss. Sometimes a long drive can be both focusing and cathartic.

So sorry for your loss. Best wishes...

...and a safe journey.

Its really hard to see a loved one succumbing to this terrible disease. Stay safe on your trip. Assure your grandmother that you love her.

I feel for you. I miss my Granny still, though she died in 1976. I can still hear some of the things she told me.

Not an easy situation. Drive safely.

You will be fine with your relatives assuming they will hold their views in light of the situation. I sure hope they do for your sake. 97 is a terrific thing. How nice to have someone that old to love.

Take it easy on the driving and be well.

and safe travels.

Perhaps there will be at least a little bit of reconciliation at your extended family gatherings. Hopefully the politics won’t be invited in. Sometimes cooler heads and courtesy can, and do, prevail.

That said, you’re already going the extra mile (400 miles, to be exact) to be there. You’re already reaching out and honoring them AND your grandma by your effort to be there. You’re ALREADY putting them before your own interests. I hope it’s recognized and appreciated there, as it already is, right HERE.

And if not, you will ALREADY have given a full measure of devotion and you can walk away with strength and certainty that YOU were there and YOU did your part for the sake of love and family unity. And if YOU have to step away early because they become unpleasant and unsupportive and combative at a time like this when goodness and kindness are needed, then SO BE IT!

YOU WILL HAVE DONE YOUR PART.

And YOU HAVE NOTHING TO BE ASHAMED OF.

And, AGAIN, you have a support system right here that will buoy you up. And this one is open 24-hours a day, 365 days a year, including holidays of all kinds.

97 years! She must have been a very strong woman. Safe travels on your journey. About your cousins, aunts and uncles I wish you the best of strength and elasticity. My heart goes out to you. Take care!💗💗🙏🏼

I'm sorry for your loss.

I'm so sorry to hear of your dear grandmother. You're a loving, dutiful grandchild to travel so far to be with her - especially to drive 400 miles.

Be safe. All my best to you.

every good memory always comfort you .

May she R.I.P. Please, have a safe travels, Niagra.

And be safe on the road. Know that you have thousands of people with you in the car. All of us.
We will all be thinking of you.

When the family starts to drive you crazy, go lock yourself in a bathroom with your phone, and vent to us.

Safe travels. We'll look forward to your posts when the time is right.

All the best to you.

And she also moved from here in New York to a retirement community which was much warmer, so it was also a trip. Just be careful out there and let us know how you are when you can. You know that DU is always here for you and so many of us can identify.

Sending hugs

Niagara, greetings...tough work in sad times, indeed...I wish you safe travels in honoring your grandmother and returning home to reflect on on a special lady...take care of yourself. OSD