Coping with Grief

My dad's heart is failing, but I'm not going to see him this weekend.

My oldest daughter is flying back to college tomorrow and I'm supposed to teach Sunday School the day after. I drove ten hours to see dad last weekend and I was exhausted all this past week.

It sounds like a logical decision to stay home, but my heart is in my throat.

I know the clock is ticking and I may not have another chance to see him. On the other hand, he may linger for weeks. What's the right thing to do? I know no one will second-guess my decision except me, but I'm still scared. I don't want any regrets.

If anyone has any stories about a similar ordeal and their choices, I'd love to hear them.