Your story touched my heart. It brought to mind Nellie, a lady in our Bible study in a similar condition as Johnny. However she could not speak. She insisted on living on her own with nursing aids going in to assist her, even though she could have lived with her parents but they were elderly. One of us would pick her up & one of us would take her back home to her apt. We would get her ready for bed. I still remember rubbing her feet a time or two with peppermint lotion. She had been in an auto accident when going to visit a college she was considering. Nellie not only finished college but finished graduate work to become a minister. She could not speak & had an electric board where she could use a finger to press keys & a voice from the board spoke her thoughts. When it was not working, she used a lettered wood board, pointing to letters & someone would sit beside her to tell us what she wanted to tell us. She preached once a month at the Methodist Church & someone would read her sermon. She made them practice until it was what she wanted to say. We all knew in our Bible study when Nellie indicated she wanted to "speak", it would be important. Occasionally, Nellie wanted us to hear her sermon & a long time friend would read it. Powerful for sure. Eventually Nellie had to move to a nursing home & I got to visit with her before I moved to a different city. She was still sharing her wisdom of the Bible & her love of God & His goodness. When I knew Nellie she was in her forties & then early fifties.
I think he felt comfortable asking for your help vs a younger person. You 2 had good banter and you helped by just being his friend. You are a kind lady to have helped him.
Thank you for sharing this story. I found myself crying at the end. As heartbreaking as your story is, you can be at peace knowing you were generous in giving of your time and talents to help Johnny in ways you were able. I believe Johnny called on you to help him that first night because he knew you were a kind person and a kindred spirit. I believe God put you right there to be a blessing to Johnny and you heeded God’s call. I only hope if I’m ever in the situation to help someone like Johnny I would answer the call as you did. Your story made me reflect on how much the ability to do the simple things in life I sometimes take for granted. You’re right - our abilities to care for ourselves can be gone in an instant and we could find ourselves in a similar situation as Johnny. Thank you for sharing your story. I know it was difficult for you to relay the story but you have blessed many, including myself.
Pat, I am a new viewer to your channel. I watched you make potato salad yesterday, and I was hooked. You asked us what we would have done had we been in your shoes. I can only hope that I would have attempted to help Johnny. Thank you for being gracious and kind to him. You know, I read my Bible and attend services regularly, but hearing your story might be the very best example I've ever heard of practicing the Golden Rule.
You were there for Johnny, you did it …. What a dear person you are. He probably wouldn’t want you to be sad. What gets me through those heartbreaking stories is to think of them embraced in the loving arms of Jesus. God bless you Granny Pat.
Miss Pat, thank you for sharing your heart today and blessing us with this story. I believe that God offers us opportunities to serve one another constantly. Most of the times when we think we're helping and blessing someone else, it's really ourselves that receive the lesson and the blessing. How exceptional we would consider each mundane task if we could just remember those who can't do these things for themselves. Johnny's life continues to serve others by way of your storytelling. Tonight, as I get myself ready for bed, doing the mundane tasks of my routine, I will pause and thank God for all of my abilities and for the wonders of my healthy body.
"Es un ser excepcional" my mom says about you, in our conversation today with my parents, after watching this video.I agree. You are exceptional 👏 🙌 🌞💛🌸
Awww. Sending love and hugs to you from Milford, OH. You and I have similar hearts. I have always loved people and animals and wit all the junk I have had go on in my life it seems that helping others helps me way more than any therapy session I have had. I am very empathetic and feel what others feel and my heart cries right along (or whichever emotion). You were an Angel sent to him! I want you to realize that. You are an Angel to us too. So glad I found your channel. ❤
Rest easy Johnny. He will indeed be missed. 🙏🕊️ I think he was blessed to have a good neighbor as yourself, and you were blessed to have gotten to know him, assist him, cook for him, and visit him. May you find comfort in remembering the good times as neighbors, that you both shared together. ♥️🌹
Psalms 56:8 says Our tears are collected. They are precious to God. You did a beautiful, selfless thing helping Johnny. I know your touch in his life made a difference as has his touch in your life. Thanks for sharing that story and helping us all reach a higher level of gratitude and keener awareness for all we have and can do and should do.
Pat, I think you were that little bit of light that shined during some of his darkest hours. ❤ I’m so happy you were chosen to help him. What a special relationship! ❤️ I cannot imagine how he felt being imprisoned in a body that didn’t want to work anymore. 😢
Miss, Pat, you did an extraordinary thing! Most of us would say we would do the same, but faced with a true situation, few of us would follow through. What would I have done? I don't know. I do know that when someone decides to not face life any longer, there are few things that can help. For the time you spent with Johnny, he had glimmers of joy. You touched his life, and he touched yours . perhaps you have heard this quote: “Some people come into our lives and quickly go. Some stay for a while, leave footprints on our hearts, and we are never, ever the same.” ― Flavia Despite his choosing his end, you each put footprints on each other's heart.
Ms. Granny, This one was heavier then most, but just as beautiful. Thank you for sharing and thank you for doing what you did for that young man. Again, your beauty shone through. If only everyone would stop and think about what others may be going through just to get through a day, maybe then, there would be more tolerance and gratitude. You are wondeful. Thank you for giving all of us a cause to pause.
I think it is a privilege to care for another human being. I'm guessing that you have never regretted helping him. I also think that it is a compliment that he asked you to help him. You have a kind heart. God bless you!
I never never get bored listening to your stories Mrs Pat ..This story is teaching us a lesson ….to thank God everyday for giving us our health and always help and sympathize with people who are suffering. I really lost my words I do not know what to say I am so touched .. thank you for sharing this story… God bless you always ❤
I guess God put you in my path on this internet thing for a reason. I got so much out of your message. Im glad i found your channel. Im going to subscribe and wait for more of your wonderful stories. I think we all ask “why”… as we get older and have enough life experiences. I think it’s normal. I think Johnny looked at you as a mother and “family” and you have him great comfort and security and joy. That’s a beautiful gift. Don’t question it. I love you. I don’t know you… but. Can tell you’re a genuine person who loves and cares and that is so rare in this day and age. Please keep sharing your stories. In days of old, we would learn from our elders and listen and then we would know what to do … how to act… some people don’t realize these things! You are touching many people.
I agree with the other commenter: I would have tried to find another male resident to help him, maybe talk to the manager. I am a paraplegic and would only feel comfortable with another female helping me, but that's just me. God bless you for helping him! You were a great friend to him!
Such a heartfelt story Granny. Thank you for sharing it. I believe there was a reason you and Johnny became friends. You were an angel to him. You didn’t have to make conversation with him, BUT YOU DID, you didn’t have to commit to helping him, BUT YOU DID, you didn’t have to share meals with him, BUT YOU DID. You sweet Granny touched this mans life probably in more ways than you will ever know, BUT YOU DID. Rest in peace Johnny❤️
Although this wasn’t a story with a happy ending, you told it with sensitivity, compassion and love. Thank you for sharing your experiences, especially ones as significant and life-changing as this one. I have a young “Johnny” in my life, so I know the struggles of people with disabilities, and I also know the joy we find in serving others as caregivers.
You are a beautiful person inside and out and a mater story teller❣️ Thank you for sharing so many memories with us God’s love and blessing to you, dear heart♥️
This story is important to share, even though it is sad. I happen to be an Occupational Therapist and we can do so much to help people live independently, but what people don't realize is how isolated those with disabilities are. The mental health also has to be addressed. I'm sorry for the loss of Johnny and I agree with your frustration about not being able to work, or losing what little benefits they receive. I have known many who want to have jobs, but they can't risk losing their caretakers. I could share many similar stories, don't even get me started on people who park in the handicap spaces "for just a minute." Thanks for the reminder to consider all aspects including mental health when addressing patients needs. Again, I'm very sorry for your loss.
I'm looking at the moon tonight too. Clouds are passing in front of it. I would have helped in any way I could too. I just wonder why your friend wouldn't have asked a man to help him to get ready for bed. But he must have known how a woman would be more tenderhearted, therefore he picked you. We don't know what thoughts are in one's head or how discouraged they are. Sometimes life overwhelms people. People of all ages. He seemed to be content but you never know what a friend may have said, that just hit him hard. No one knows but him, most likely. Some folks have too much pain, to continue on. That could be physical pain, mental pain or spiritual pain. If they don't reach out for help it can end in tragedy. I know if you knew his pain, his turmoil, you would be a great listening hear & would help that way too. Sadly, he just didn't want to reach out. You were a great friend, no doubt about that, Pat. Glad you shared this story. ❤
Listening to Granny Pat talking makes tears come to my eyes, because she makes me think so much of my own dear Mama, who took me to love and care for when my birth mother made it plain that she had neither time nor love to spare for me. Her mother became my Mama and I don't know what would have become of me if Mama hadn't stepped in to take care of a curious, intelligent child who asked a thousand questions a day. Mama always had a patient answer and never became short-tempered or mean, never slapped me just for asking a question, always was ready with a smile and a kiss, her lips warm and sweet against my tender cheek. I lost Mama many years ago and I miss her just as much tonight as I did the day she flew to Heaven. I know she is in the presence of the Most High God, praising Him and singing with the angels. Oh, how I look forward to seeing her again!
I just took our 15 year old mutt out about 3:30am, to do his business. There wasn't any action on his part, but I gave him the opportunity anyway. We cut him a lot of slack since he's been with us for these past 15 years. I did have a chance to look at that beautiful full moon. When you first spoke about looking out your window at that moon, the first thing that came to my mind was "Blue Moon over Kentucky" by Bill Monroe. I realize this morning wasn't a blue moon but the song is a little blue. In the circumstance you described, I would have also had to help Johnny out with his problem. My heart wouldn't have allowed for the alternative. Some times in life we just have to play the cards we have before us. No re-shuffle, no re-deal, just play the cards in our hand. Pat, some time back you spoke about telling some sad stories. Well girl, you knocked this one out of the park. But I'm so glad you did. Hearing things like this are uncomfortable and challenging. But it helps us to focus a little more on what things are actually important in this life. Thank you for sharing this story and thank you for the kindness & friendship you extended towards Johnny. Psalm 25:4-6... "Shew me thy ways, O Lord; teach me thy paths. Lead me in thy truth, and teach me: for thou art the God of my salvation; on thee do I wait all the day. Remember, O Lord, thy tender mercies and thy lovingkindnesses; for they have been ever of old." I couldn't make it through your video without crying nor finishing my comments. Congratulations on hitting the 9,000 subscriber mark! They're popping up like weeds in the garden. Pat I wish you, Jan & Nina all the best on your treasure hunt through the yard sale.
During my childhood and for about 25 years into my teens and beyond, my father was a high school football coach. There is a V.A. hospital in the town where I grew up, and when I was about 9 years old, my dad befriended a young man who lived there, named Don, who had become a quadriplegic from a terrible automobile accident he had after he finished college. While in high school and college, Don had been a star football player and then went on to serve his country in the military (I don’t remember which branch of service)-sometime after his military service, he had the car accident that left him a quadriplegic. There were several men in our town who volunteered their time to this young man and carried him wherever he needed and wanted to go and they also provided companionship for him during the day at the V. A. These men would bring him to the school for football practices to assist my dad in coaching the team. Don would also come to the football games on Friday nights and sit on the sideline in his wheelchair to participate in coaching the team as well. Don had absolutely no use of his arms or hands-he was lifeless from the neck down. Of course, this was in the days before wheelchairs that could be controlled by the mouth by blowing into a tube; consequently, someone had to be nearby all the time to move Don’s wheelchair and help him as necessary. He had to be fed, bathed and dressed. Don lived as full of a life as anyone could ever expect all because of the kind hearts of many people working together to help this young man in the aftermath of such a tragedy. Don lived to be in his mid 40’s. He suffered so much. I think of him so often and pray that he is now standing in Heaven or even throwing a football with a friend. Granny Pat, you most certainly did the right thing when you agreed to help the young man in your building. When we step up in life to help someone in need like this, this is when God is surely the most pleased with us…of this I am sure…!!! There are never any regrets when we do the best we can for our fellow man. God’s two most important commandments are to #1 love God, and to #2 love our neighbor as we love ourselves.
Aww this really touched my soul. I have been a Caregiver /CNA for one Client for almost 10 year’s. He’s also Quadriplegic. He is 34 now. And I have had to be the main caregiver all these year’s. He’s my best Friend. He’s like a Brother to me. And it’s very hard work. This break’s my heart because they really do get neglected by certain people that have no heart. Thank you for being such a kind & wonderful Friend to Johnny. I’m sure you made his life so much happier. ❤️🙏
I lost my son to suicide. He was jovial, healthy, looked and acted totally happy. Yet the part he kept hid was what took him away from us. I would have helped Johnny , I wish I could have helped my son. 😢
Hi Granny Pat. The moon here in Borrego Springs CA is really pretty it lights up our sky…. I made your vegetable bars yesterday and everyone loved them.
That was such a sad story Pat and you were there for Johnny when he needed you. Kindness is everything and you’ve a heart of gold. I nurse the elderly and always look out for people that can’t help themselves. So sad
Oh dear lord! Such a sad story. Gosh, I don't know what I would have done, but you helped him a great deal. But, he had a lifetime of this ahead of him and It must have been too much for him to bear. This story broke my heart😣
I loved your story today, Granny Pat. It couldn’t have come at a better time. You see I’m sort of like Johnny and I understand why he did what he did I got paralyzed at the age of 32. I’ve tried to look on the bright side when push comes to shove. In the year 2000 I couldn’t take the loneliness anymore or so I thought, so I took an overdose. I laid in the floor 4 1/2 days before I saw myself standing outside my body and asked God to save me and it wasn’t long before that was exactly what was happening. My angel was there with me. I can still see her as plain as day, anyway I recovered somewhat. For the next 15 years or so I thought I was doing pretty good until the one day my mother said “you can’t do anything right, you can’t even die, right.” That made me feel really bad then within just a few years, my mother and father both passed away, and now no one comes around me, and I am all alone for real. I kept the suicide attempt a secret. Now, years later, I don’t have anyone coming around me, and one I wouldn’t have loved to of had a friend like you, because nearly every day I ask God what is the purpose of him creating someone else worthless as me because I don’t feel I have anything to offer. There’s many a day when I ask myself should I take my life? I just pray after hearing your story dead there was more people like you in the world that cared about the lonely and crippled. God bless you, Granny Pat, and thank you for sharing your story rest in peace, Johnny.
I am not capable of giving you a proper or intelligent response. Your story is overwhelming. It makes me believe there is a place for friendship and comfort, where you can talk to others who understand. Loneliness, without the additional handicaps, can be as painful and overbearing to one as the actual inability to take care of one’s own physical needs. Your story tells me that UA-cam can offer great assistance in channels where you can read others’ stories, laugh with them, communicate your knowledge, and learn from their personal experiences. I have been very fortunate, but I do know how depression alone can take a person to the depths of despair. Look for those channels that entertain as well as teach you that there is hope for a better life. I am not speaking from a professional aspect, just hoping to give you a little hope. Thank you for responding. I am sure others will appreciate your message. Where do you live? Just curious!
I live near St. Louis, MO but on the IL side. Thank you, Granny Pat, your understanding and kindness validates your authenticity as a loving person. Please keep producing your videos, I enjoy them so much. Peace be with you.
Thank you again, Granny Pat, for understanding my situation. I can rest easy tonight and sleep well knowing there’s another human out there that actually cares. God bless you, Granny Pat.
@@RAINBOJO1 I care as well Bev Joann. Lord, I lift Bev Joann upon your throne. She has a desire to see you now Lord, in your presence. I'm asking that you honor her. She is not sure why her request is not granted. Lord heal her - mentally, physically, spiritually - please. Reveal to her 'why' you won't take her now. Bev Joann, many blessings to you and your angel that is watching over you ❤️😘❤️😘. I wish I saw angels... My friend has - FYI they are militant and taller than any street light, which means over 25 -35 feet tall. Yowser - they are ready and waiting. Blessings 💞
Your story touched my heart and I cried with you this morning Granny Pat ❤️. I just had to go to your comments this evening and let you know. May he rest in 🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️ peace.
Love this story! You were one of Johnny's earth angels and now he is with his spiritual angels and free of his disabilities! BUT, next time I see a quadriplegic, I will remember your story and smile and say hello!
Hello from KY love your channel ❤️.I also wanted to tell you that your wonderful cookbook "Make mine the blue plate special" came yesterday yes on Sunday.I am still going through it.Cant wait to make something out of it.❤
I'm so sorry about Johnny. Life is so unfair sometimes and no one truly ever knows what others have to deal with on a daily basis. Like you, I would have helped him. No is not in my vocabulary when someone is in need. You taking the time to care and go above and beyond just speaks to your heart. You're a good egg Miss Pat. Hope you find many treasures this weekend. Enjoy!🩷
I would have tried to help him but I have 3 pins in my hip and nerve damage in my back and nerve damage radiating to my right thigh. I would have hired him someone to help him and I would pay the cost of a caregiver until his own caregiver could return. You were a Blessing to Johnny and know that God had you and your son covered. SIP Mr. Johnny 🕊️🙏🏼✝️
Granny Pat God sent Johnny to you. God knew that you had kindness beyong your understanding and trusted you to take care of that young man. Im pretty sure at the end of each night you took care of him he felt thankful for your help and you felt thankful for the lesson you learned about how appreciated you are. Thank you so much for sharing this story. It made me even more thankful then I have always felt in the ability to help people❤
Hi Granny Pat, thank you for sharing such a beautiful story of love and compassion for Johnny. You were surfing Johnny, but more than that you were serving the Lord. You were an angel in his life, and he was very blessed to have your friendship. you were given the opportunity to show great kindness to another human being, and you took it, something that many people would not do. thank you for sharing this story and giving us all something to think about. Love and blessings, Sheila
I worked in Nursing homes and with the Mentaly challenged people for 25 years , I had All kinds of residents to deal with. I miss working but I had to quit for health reasons ❤
I'd like think that I would have done the same as you, Pat, but I'm not half the woman you are. You are incredible. Thank you for sharing Johnny with us. 💛 I live in Australia and was admiring the beautiful full moon a few hours ago. It's nice to know that no matter how far apart people are, we're all under the same sky. 💙
You did exactly the right thing. Everyone has a limit to their tolerance. Johnny was done with this world. Suicide is not something easy to deal with. Part of our family has a history of this. my brother and 3 male cousins, plus an Uncle. I always felt bad that the pain (emotional and physical) they felt made them choose death. It makes you feel like you didn't do enough, but in reality nothing you do can change the decision once they have made it. I hope Johnny is in a better place and that you know you did your best to make a difference. Thank you for sharing
I think this memory is lovely. I think Johnny was blessed to have met you and that you were blessed in return. Then, you son’s experience was a true learning curve. Same car? Unbelievable. Your son is probably a better person from that time in his life. Wish everyone could have your son’s experience and learn from that time.❤️🙏carson
Montana Belle with Jame Russell My Sweetheart is the man in the Moon. I can't say if I would be able to help John. I probably would look for a man to help him. Especially since you didn't know him that well. But there is something very special about you. Just like I could never have the occupation of being a nurse. To me you were an angel sent to him and you helped him in so many ways that you will never know.
What a special person you are! I pray that if I’m ever faced with a situation like that that I can be a blessing to someone as you were to Johnny! RIP Johnny. And may God bless you, Granny Pat. You are such an inspiration!! ❤
NO! I’m just the average neighbor. I wasn’t doing anything anyone else wouldn’t have done. We just do what we know to do, whether it is right or wrong.
Oh Granny Pat, that young man certainly appreciated the time that you gave him, because he knew you could have easily said no, but he had a dark cloud looming over him every waking minute. He wasn't born a quadriplegic, so was never able to accept being totally helpless, seeing everyone around him who could move at will. It is impossible to imagine the fears and apprehensions he had to live with. I was a caregiver to a quadriplegic for a while, but he was a bitter man, and didn't conceal his resentments about his condition. It was very difficult, but I learned so much about being grateful, and compassion for those who are disabled.
I admire you. I have looked after so many people with MS, cancer, dementia, you name it, in wheel chairs and walking and it makes their day if they find kindness and cheer, it's alright to cry, you are beautiful where it counts, inside and out
On Granny Pat's questions about being incapacitated, I can relate, in part, to that, as I have been in a much less tragically different but somewhat similar situation. Many years ago, I had several incapacitating surgeries on my hands which rendered them totally unusable. I was dismayed that I could not do anything for myself! My parents lived in another state and I had no friends who were willing to help me, as I needed around-the-clock care. My dear boyfriend moved me into his home "for the duration." That dear young man, who was raising two children of his own, became my hands. Every day, he and I took a shower together and he washed my body, washed my long hair, brushed my teeth, dried and brushed my hair. He dressed me and put on my shoes and, if needed, tied the laces. He helped me to clean myself after toileting and to stay clean during my times of the moon. He said that gave him a greater appreciation for the trials of being a woman which men knew nothing of. This wonderful man served my food, cut my food into small pieces, fed me and lifted my cup or glass to my mouth for me to drink. He blew my nose and wiped my tears when I would cry with frustration. He did absolutely everything for me! I was on leave from work and he worked from home, so he and I were together all day, every day. I would watch television, changing the channels by pushing the remote's buttons with my toes. I would walk up and down the driveway and push the doorbell with my elbow when I wanted to come back inside. I did everything I could, but it was a very trying time for all of us. I do not know how in this world he found the patience to keep up with the house and his children, to work from home and to take care of me, all with ultimate care, love and kindness. He was my hero and I showed him that, in every way I could. I can still remember the rejoicing in the house when, after nearly a year, I tied my own shoes! From then on, my recovery was steady and though not fast enough for me, it was rather more quick than the doctors and therapists expected. He and I did not marry, though his children really wanted us to. Though we loved each other very much, the core differences between us were more than either of us could overcome,though we tried, there were things for which there was no compromise. I do not know what became of him after our difficult and acrimonious breakup, but I think of him often and wish him well in my heart. Somehow, I don't believe I ever got around to thanking him for his amazing kindness to me during that long, difficult year of my total disability. I hope he knew how much I appreciated him, needed him, loved him. Thanks, Roy, for giving so much of your heart, your time, your love to me, for opening your heart, your family and your home to me. You saved my life and you kept me from who knows what calamity. I'll never forget you. I owe you more than I could ever repay.
Pat, Thank you for sharing about Johnny. I am so glad you did. What would I had done? Try to be a friend like you were to him. You made him laugh so you not only helped him with some of his physical needs, you treated him like a friend does, ribbing occasionally etc… I am saddened he chose suicide 😢 When I miss someone I loved…family or friend…I (being a Christian) tell myself they are at the party having a blast. It’s not my time yet, but when I get there the party will be so much fun! In Johnny’s case I would add that upon entering heaven I would tell Johnny he was going to get a swift spanking for doing what he did. But then hug him and tell him “I am so glad to see you, you have been missed”. I hope you have a great time this weekend with Jan and your friend Nina (sp)
Granny Pat, this was a very touching story. Always remember you did the right things helping Johnny . I'm sure Johnny enjoyed your visits. There will be no answers why he did what he did. Never regret what you did for Johnny. I would have done the same thing as you did.
Granny Pat, you are a blessing to us and to those you encounter in your life. Johnny was blessed to have you and you were blessed by him too. He decided to leave this earth on his own terms. He didn't have control over many things in his life. I think he just decided he was done. I am glad you were there for him when he needed you. You are a very dear soul❤
I think you are the sweetest most precious lady I have seen on UA-cam. I feel like you really didn't have a choice. That's what we are supposed to do is help each other. I can't really blame him for doing that. I know we aren't supposed to hurt our selfs, but a person can only take so much. I'm sure he appreciated your kindness. You are such a great story teller. I love listening to you. I don't care how long your videos are. I'll listen. Well, sweet lady you sleep well and I'm looking forward to your next video. God Bless you. ❤️
Well, how kind of you my dear to have helped Johnny. I don't know that I would have said yes, but I am glad that you did. God bless you.❤ I am sad that he died like that.😢
I would have done what you did, help as much as I can. I take care of a blind man that I worked with for many years. I am old and decrepit myself, so I know what you mean about how hard the simplest tasks can be. Bless you and those who take notice and help those who need someone.
Thank you for sharing your story with us, I hung on your every word. There is a special place in heaven for people like you. I'm proud to know of you. God bless you Granny Pat.
I give you a hands up for being willing to help This young man. We have a daughter that has Been disabled since birth. She was only predicted to live 5 years. She is now 57 and totally a bed patient. She is a twin. God has Blessed us with health to take care of her. I understand your story more than you can imagine. God Bless you for being a willing helper. ❤️
God bless you. I can't see the moon tonight,it's too cloudy. I hope you have a pleasant and beneficial day trip, tomorrow. Thank you for sharing your story,I'm sure that wasn't easy. I myself don't know what I would have done. There is sooouch to this story,that I'm pondering on. Like, Johnny must of been desperate. This is just a very sad story. Bless your heart,Granny Pat.❤
What a blessing you were to him but he didn’t even understand that he was a blessing to you. People like Johnny give us the gift of consciousness. As humans we are on such an unconscious track of life so often and are running a daily program. It’s times like this experience that raise us out of our programs and into actually being in the present moment as if to fully understand for the first time.
Johnny was so lucky to have met you. Brave of you to take on the challenge of helping him get ready for bed. You were a real friend. Thanks for sharing your heartfelt story.
It's always such a joy to hear your stories we come to think of you as family,like a first cousin and visit with you, stay safe and well,look forward to hear more stories which are a treasure and greatly apprecier .
Granny thank you for opening your heart and sharing stories with us! I can’t help but notice you have a large Collection of glasses “spectacles “ not the drinking glasses . Can you tell us about some of them please . X
Greetings Granny Pat! I'm so glad you told us about Johnny. I'm sure that you were like family to him. He must have really trusted you with his vulnerability, which is an honor. I'm sorry that he felt that he had to take his own life, although I do understand why. You were an angel to him of God's mercy. Love and blessings ♥️🙏
Hi Granny Pat, I know it takes a big heart and compassion to help someone incapacitated. When my Mother had a stroke and became unable to take care of herself...I told my Dad I would help out and took 1 year off from work on Family Leave. My elder sibling decided to put my Mother in a Nursing Home...then my Father too. 😢
People like you are a gift from God. Anyone who has had the opportunity to spend time with you has been blessed. My own mother had a heart like you Granny Pat, pure gold and a love for others. Thank you for sharing this story.
Johnny surely loved you for being his friend and helping him get ready for bed each evening. The food you shared with Johnny was such a blessing he appreciated it more than you know. Pat theyve always said the way to a man's heart is through his stomach. No doubt he loved you and probably felt like you were his substitute mom. He was blessed to have such a caring and compassionate friend in you and you were also very blessed to have made his acquaintsnce and become his friend. Pat, you will be blessed for the rest of your life by God for these good deeds. I know it was hard for you to tell this story but lm so grateful you did. The lessons learned here are incredible food for thought. Due to a rollover mva, l am also completely dependent upon another human being for the daily activities of living. My husband of 14 years this past Wed, 29 Nov is my caretaker and he helps me do everything and we have extra help come in occasionally to help us out with cooking and cleaning house. Many hugs to you Granny Pat for sharing your stories with us. This story about Johnny really touched my heart. I cried for him. I would love to have been able to be his friend cause lm a very caring and compassionate individual that was put on earth to show love and kindness to everyone l meet/see. Its my favorite activity when l was an able bodied person. We will one day see Johnny in heaven. God bless you my sweet sister, granny Pat.😅❤❤❤
You are Angel~~ Doing God’s work~ I had a disabled friend , his wife asked if I could sit with him. He moved , his friend drove him around. They stopped and beeped horn to come visit. 💚
What an awesome story of being willing to help someone. I pray that God will bless you daily for all you did for him. If you ever need anyone to help you, I feel that He will have special people to come to your aid ❣️
Oh my goodness that touched my heart. My granddaughter dated a young man once that had a illness that left him unable to walk without help. He was so nice and very bright. She helped him all the time. He felt strongly about her more than she felt for him. It finally ended and she felt bad about it. She had the pleasure to know the strength this young man had. And how he coped every day with his disabilities. It makes your trials and troubles seem so small. Thank you for your story.
I love you so much! I just found your videos a week or so ago and I have been watching every one of your videos! Many of them more than once! I have subscribed to your channel so now I won’t miss any! You remind me so much of my mother who passed a few years ago and it is such a joy to watch you! I love all the things you do so we have much in common!
Thank you for telling your beautiful story about your relationship with Johnny. Bless you for taking care of him when and how you did and for loving him and showing him care and compassion. Know he loves and appreciated you . I would have done the same. You did everything right, granny. God bless you and Johnny both. sorry for your loss.❤
I am 57, a year ago may I had stroke, paralyzed my right side, I needed a lot of help. I am thankful to have family that helped. You were a light for that young man.
Your story touched my heart. It brought to mind Nellie, a lady in our Bible study in a similar condition as Johnny. However she could not speak. She insisted on living on her own with nursing aids going in to assist her, even though she could have lived with her parents but they were elderly. One of us would pick her up & one of us would take her back home to her apt. We would get her ready for bed. I still remember rubbing her feet a time or two with peppermint lotion. She had been in an auto accident when going to visit a college she was considering. Nellie not only finished college but finished graduate work to become a minister. She could not speak & had an electric board where she could use a finger to press keys & a voice from the board spoke her thoughts. When it was not working, she used a lettered wood board, pointing to letters & someone would sit beside her to tell us what she wanted to tell us. She preached once a month at the Methodist Church & someone would read her sermon. She made them practice until it was what she wanted to say. We all knew in our Bible study when Nellie indicated she wanted to "speak", it would be important. Occasionally, Nellie wanted us to hear her sermon & a long time friend would read it. Powerful for sure. Eventually Nellie had to move to a nursing home & I got to visit with her before I moved to a different city. She was still sharing her wisdom of the Bible & her love of God & His goodness. When I knew Nellie she was in her forties & then early fifties.
I don't know. I feel like those "new friends" of Johnny's had something to do with his death... perhaps he was drug influenced.
I love listening to your stories! Granny, you’re such a breath of fresh air! Your knowledge is wealth of history!🇨🇦😊🙏
I think he felt comfortable asking for your help vs a younger person. You 2 had good banter and you helped by just being his friend. You are a kind lady to have helped him.
Thank you for sharing this story. I found myself crying at the end. As heartbreaking as your story is, you can be at peace knowing you were generous in giving of your time and talents to help Johnny in ways you were able. I believe Johnny called on you to help him that first night because he knew you were a kind person and a kindred spirit. I believe God put you right there to be a blessing to Johnny and you heeded God’s call. I only hope if I’m ever in the situation to help someone like Johnny I would answer the call as you did. Your story made me reflect on how much the ability to do the simple things in life I sometimes take for granted. You’re right - our abilities to care for ourselves can be gone in an instant and we could find ourselves in a similar situation as Johnny. Thank you for sharing your story. I know it was difficult for you to relay the story but you have blessed many, including myself.
Pat, I am a new viewer to your channel. I watched you make potato salad yesterday, and I was hooked. You asked us what we would have done had we been in your shoes. I can only hope that I would have attempted to help Johnny. Thank you for being gracious and kind to him. You know, I read my Bible and attend services regularly, but hearing your story might be the very best example I've ever heard of practicing the Golden Rule.
Thank you.
You were there for Johnny, you did it …. What a dear person you are. He probably wouldn’t want you to be sad. What gets me through those heartbreaking stories is to think of them embraced in the loving arms of Jesus. God bless you Granny Pat.
Miss Pat, thank you for sharing your heart today and blessing us with this story. I believe that God offers us opportunities to serve one another constantly. Most of the times when we think we're helping and blessing someone else, it's really ourselves that receive the lesson and the blessing. How exceptional we would consider each mundane task if we could just remember those who can't do these things for themselves. Johnny's life continues to serve others by way of your storytelling. Tonight, as I get myself ready for bed, doing the mundane tasks of my routine, I will pause and thank God for all of my abilities and for the wonders of my healthy body.
"Es un ser excepcional" my mom says about you, in our conversation today with my parents, after watching this video.I agree. You are exceptional 👏 🙌 🌞💛🌸
Awww. Sending love and hugs to you from Milford, OH. You and I have similar hearts. I have always loved people and animals and wit all the junk I have had go on in my life it seems that helping others helps me way more than any therapy session I have had. I am very empathetic and feel what others feel and my heart cries right along (or whichever emotion). You were an Angel sent to him! I want you to realize that. You are an Angel to us too. So glad I found your channel. ❤
Rest easy Johnny. He will indeed be missed. 🙏🕊️ I think he was blessed to have a good neighbor as yourself, and you were blessed to have gotten to know him, assist him, cook for him, and visit him. May you find comfort in remembering the good times as neighbors, that you both shared together. ♥️🌹
Psalms 56:8 says Our tears are collected. They are precious to God.
You did a beautiful, selfless thing helping Johnny. I know your touch in his life made a difference as has his touch in your life. Thanks for sharing that story and helping us all reach a higher level of gratitude and keener awareness for all we have and can do and should do.
You helped that young man and gave him something to look forward to. You’re a good lady. May he rest in peace.
Pat, I think you were that little bit of light that shined during some of his darkest hours. ❤ I’m so happy you were chosen to help him. What a special relationship! ❤️ I cannot imagine how he felt being imprisoned in a body that didn’t want to work anymore. 😢
Miss, Pat, you did an extraordinary thing! Most of us would say we would do the same, but faced with a true situation, few of us would follow through. What would I have done? I don't know. I do know that when someone decides to not face life any longer, there are few things that can help. For the time you spent with Johnny, he had glimmers of joy. You touched his life, and he touched yours . perhaps you have heard this quote:
“Some people come into our lives and quickly go. Some stay for a while, leave footprints on our hearts, and we are never, ever the same.”
― Flavia
Despite his choosing his end, you each put footprints on each other's heart.
Ms. Granny, This one was heavier then most, but just as beautiful. Thank you for sharing and thank you for doing what you did for that young man. Again, your beauty shone through. If only everyone would stop and think about what others may be going through just to get through a day, maybe then, there would be more tolerance and gratitude. You are wondeful. Thank you for giving all of us a cause to pause.
I think it is a privilege to care for another human being. I'm guessing that you have never regretted helping him. I also think that it is a compliment that he asked you to help him. You have a kind heart. God bless you!
I never never get bored listening to your stories Mrs Pat ..This story is teaching us a lesson ….to thank God everyday for giving us our health and always help and sympathize with people who are suffering. I really lost my words I do not know what to say I am so touched .. thank you for sharing this story… God bless you always ❤
What wonderful story. You keep my interest till the very end. You are such a sweet lady ♥️♥️♥️
Loved your story …God will Bless you for the kindness in your Heart…💗
I guess God put you in my path on this internet thing for a reason. I got so much out of your message. Im glad i found your channel. Im going to subscribe and wait for more of your wonderful stories.
I think we all ask “why”… as we get older and have enough life experiences. I think it’s normal.
I think Johnny looked at you as a mother and “family” and you have him great comfort and security and joy. That’s a beautiful gift.
Don’t question it.
I love you. I don’t know you… but. Can tell you’re a genuine person who loves and cares and that is so rare in this day and age.
Please keep sharing your stories. In days of old, we would learn from our elders and listen and then we would know what to do … how to act… some people don’t realize these things! You are touching many people.
I agree with the other commenter: I would have tried to find another male resident to help him, maybe talk to the manager. I am a paraplegic and would only feel comfortable with another female helping me, but that's just me. God bless you for helping him! You were a great friend to him!
Such a heartfelt story Granny. Thank you for sharing it. I believe there was a reason you and Johnny became friends. You were an angel to him. You didn’t have to make conversation with him, BUT YOU DID, you didn’t have to commit to helping him, BUT YOU DID, you didn’t have to share meals with him, BUT YOU DID. You sweet Granny touched this mans life probably in more ways than you will ever know, BUT YOU DID. Rest in peace Johnny❤️
What a touching story.
I'm so happy I found your channel, I really enjoy listening to your stories😊
Although this wasn’t a story with a happy ending, you told it with sensitivity, compassion and love. Thank you for sharing your experiences, especially ones as significant and life-changing as this one. I have a young “Johnny” in my life, so I know the struggles of people with disabilities, and I also know the joy we find in serving others as caregivers.
You are a beautiful person inside and out and a mater story teller❣️ Thank you for sharing so many memories with us God’s love and blessing to you, dear heart♥️
This story is important to share, even though it is sad. I happen to be an Occupational Therapist and we can do so much to help people live independently, but what people don't realize is how isolated those with disabilities are. The mental health also has to be addressed. I'm sorry for the loss of Johnny and I agree with your frustration about not being able to work, or losing what little benefits they receive. I have known many who want to have jobs, but they can't risk losing their caretakers. I could share many similar stories, don't even get me started on people who park in the handicap spaces "for just a minute." Thanks for the reminder to consider all aspects including mental health when addressing patients needs. Again, I'm very sorry for your loss.
I'm looking at the moon tonight too. Clouds are passing in front of it.
I would have helped in any way I could too. I just wonder why your friend wouldn't have asked a man to help him to get ready for bed. But he must have known how a woman would be more tenderhearted, therefore he picked you.
We don't know what thoughts are in one's head or how discouraged they are. Sometimes life overwhelms people. People of all ages. He seemed to be content but you never know what a friend may have said, that just hit him hard. No one knows but him, most likely. Some folks have too much pain, to continue on. That could be physical pain, mental pain or spiritual pain. If they don't reach out for help it can end in tragedy.
I know if you knew his pain, his turmoil, you would be a great listening hear & would help that way too. Sadly, he just didn't want to reach out.
You were a great friend, no doubt about that, Pat.
Glad you shared this story. ❤
Dear sweet Granny Pat, you were Johnny's Earth angel. You brought him comfort and joy. ❤
Listening to Granny Pat talking makes tears come to my eyes, because she makes me think so much of my own dear Mama, who took me to love and care for when my birth mother made it plain that she had neither time nor love to spare for me.
Her mother became my Mama and I don't know what would have become of me if Mama hadn't stepped in to take care of a curious, intelligent child who asked a thousand questions a day. Mama always had a patient answer and never became short-tempered or mean, never slapped me just for asking a question, always was ready with a smile and a kiss, her lips warm and sweet against my tender cheek.
I lost Mama many years ago and I miss her just as much tonight as I did the day she flew to Heaven.
I know she is in the presence of the Most High God, praising Him and singing with the angels. Oh, how I look forward to seeing her again!
I just took our 15 year old mutt out about 3:30am, to do his business. There wasn't any action on his part, but I gave him the opportunity anyway. We cut him a lot of slack since he's been with us for these past 15 years. I did have a chance to look at that beautiful full moon. When you first spoke about looking out your window at that moon, the first thing that came to my mind was "Blue Moon over Kentucky" by Bill Monroe. I realize this morning wasn't a blue moon but the song is a little blue.
In the circumstance you described, I would have also had to help Johnny out with his problem. My heart wouldn't have allowed for the alternative. Some times in life we just have to play the cards we have before us. No re-shuffle, no re-deal, just play the cards in our hand.
Pat, some time back you spoke about telling some sad stories. Well girl, you knocked this one out of the park. But I'm so glad you did. Hearing things like this are uncomfortable and challenging. But it helps us to focus a little more on what things are actually important in this life.
Thank you for sharing this story and thank you for the kindness & friendship you extended towards Johnny.
Psalm 25:4-6...
"Shew me thy ways, O Lord; teach me thy paths.
Lead me in thy truth, and teach me: for thou art the God of my salvation; on thee do I wait all the day.
Remember, O Lord, thy tender mercies and thy lovingkindnesses; for they have been ever of old."
I couldn't make it through your video without crying nor finishing my comments.
Congratulations on hitting the 9,000 subscriber mark! They're popping up like weeds in the garden.
Pat I wish you, Jan & Nina all the best on your treasure hunt through the yard sale.
I hope Johnny is now at peace. I'm glad you took the time to be his friend and help him out when you could. Thank you for telling your story. ♥
During my childhood and for about 25 years into my teens and beyond, my father was a high school football coach. There is a V.A. hospital in the town where I grew up, and when I was about 9 years old, my dad befriended a young man who lived there, named Don, who had become a quadriplegic from a terrible automobile accident he had after he finished college. While in high school and college, Don had been a star football player and then went on to serve his country in the military (I don’t remember which branch of service)-sometime after his military service, he had the car accident that left him a quadriplegic. There were several men in our town who volunteered their time to this young man and carried him wherever he needed and wanted to go and they also provided companionship for him during the day at the V. A. These men would bring him to the school for football practices to assist my dad in coaching the team. Don would also come to the football games on Friday nights and sit on the sideline in his wheelchair to participate in coaching the team as well. Don had absolutely no use of his arms or hands-he was lifeless from the neck down. Of course, this was in the days before wheelchairs that could be controlled by the mouth by blowing into a tube; consequently, someone had to be nearby all the time to move Don’s wheelchair and help him as necessary. He had to be fed, bathed and dressed. Don lived as full of a life as anyone could ever expect all because of the kind hearts of many people working together to help this young man in the aftermath of such a tragedy. Don lived to be in his mid 40’s. He suffered so much. I think of him so often and pray that he is now standing in Heaven or even throwing a football with a friend. Granny Pat, you most certainly did the right thing when you agreed to help the young man in your building. When we step up in life to help someone in need like this, this is when God is surely the most pleased with us…of this I am sure…!!! There are never any regrets when we do the best we can for our fellow man. God’s two most important commandments are to #1 love God, and to #2 love our neighbor as we love ourselves.
Thank you for your story. We all have lessons to be learned. I could have done more!
Aww this really touched my soul. I have been a Caregiver /CNA for one Client for almost 10 year’s. He’s also Quadriplegic. He is 34 now. And I have had to be the main caregiver all these year’s. He’s my best Friend. He’s like a Brother to me. And it’s very hard work. This break’s my heart because they really do get neglected by certain people that have no heart. Thank you for being such a kind & wonderful Friend to Johnny. I’m sure you made his life so much happier. ❤️🙏
I lost my son to suicide. He was jovial, healthy, looked and acted totally happy. Yet the part he kept hid was what took him away from us. I would have helped Johnny , I wish I could have helped my son. 😢
Hi Granny Pat. The moon here in Borrego Springs CA is really pretty it lights up our sky…. I made your vegetable bars yesterday and everyone loved them.
Oh, sweet lady. God bless you for your kindness to Johnny. I also pray He brings comfort and healing to your heart. I think your wonderful. 💕
That was such a sad story Pat and you were there for Johnny when he needed you. Kindness is everything and you’ve a heart of gold. I nurse the elderly and always look out for people that can’t help themselves. So sad
Oh dear lord! Such a sad story. Gosh, I don't know what I would have done, but you helped him a great deal. But, he had a lifetime of this ahead of him and It must have been too much for him to bear.
This story broke my heart😣
I loved your story today, Granny Pat. It couldn’t have come at a better time. You see I’m sort of like Johnny and I understand why he did what he did I got paralyzed at the age of 32. I’ve tried to look on the bright side when push comes to shove. In the year 2000 I couldn’t take the loneliness anymore or so I thought, so I took an overdose. I laid in the floor 4 1/2 days before I saw myself standing outside my body and asked God to save me and it wasn’t long before that was exactly what was happening. My angel was there with me. I can still see her as plain as day, anyway I recovered somewhat. For the next 15 years or so I thought I was doing pretty good until the one day my mother said “you can’t do anything right, you can’t even die, right.” That made me feel really bad then within just a few years, my mother and father both passed away, and now no one comes around me, and I am all alone for real. I kept the suicide attempt a secret. Now, years later, I don’t have anyone coming around me, and one I wouldn’t have loved to of had a friend like you, because nearly every day I ask God what is the purpose of him creating someone else worthless as me because I don’t feel I have anything to offer. There’s many a day when I ask myself should I take my life? I just pray after hearing your story dead there was more people like you in the world that cared about the lonely and crippled. God bless you, Granny Pat, and thank you for sharing your story rest in peace, Johnny.
I am not capable of giving you a proper or intelligent response. Your story is overwhelming. It makes me believe there is a place for friendship and comfort, where you can talk to others who understand. Loneliness, without the additional handicaps, can be as painful and overbearing to one as the actual inability to take care of one’s own physical needs.
Your story tells me that UA-cam can offer great assistance in channels where you can read others’ stories, laugh with them, communicate your knowledge, and learn from their personal experiences. I have been very fortunate, but I do know how depression alone can take a person to the depths of despair. Look for those channels that entertain as well as teach you that there is hope for a better life. I am not speaking from a professional aspect, just hoping to give you a little hope. Thank you for responding. I am sure others will appreciate your message.
Where do you live? Just curious!
I live near St. Louis, MO but on the IL side. Thank you, Granny Pat, your understanding and kindness validates your authenticity as a loving person. Please keep producing your videos, I enjoy them so much. Peace be with you.
Thank you again, Granny Pat, for understanding my situation. I can rest easy tonight and sleep well knowing there’s another human out there that actually cares. God bless you, Granny Pat.
@@RAINBOJO1 I care as well Bev Joann. Lord, I lift Bev Joann upon your throne. She has a desire to see you now Lord, in your presence. I'm asking that you honor her. She is not sure why her request is not granted. Lord heal her - mentally, physically, spiritually - please. Reveal to her 'why' you won't take her now. Bev Joann, many blessings to you and your angel that is watching over you ❤️😘❤️😘. I wish I saw angels... My friend has - FYI they are militant and taller than any street light, which means over 25 -35 feet tall. Yowser - they are ready and waiting. Blessings 💞
Thank you Emily.
Dear Granny, I thank you for helping that young man,and telling about him. His life was important. Painful stories are the most meaningful I find.
Every once in a while you will come across a story that lets you know there’s still beautiful people in this world. Thank you!! 💖
Your story touched my heart and I cried with you this morning Granny Pat ❤️. I just had to go to your comments this evening and let you know. May he rest in 🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️ peace.
You are such kind and sweet person Pat GOD will surely bless you. I wish there were more people in this world like you💛
Love this story! You were one of Johnny's earth angels and now he is with his spiritual angels and free of his disabilities! BUT, next time I see a quadriplegic, I will remember your story and smile and say hello!
Hello from KY love your channel ❤️.I also wanted to tell you that your wonderful cookbook "Make mine the blue plate special" came yesterday yes on Sunday.I am still going through it.Cant wait to make something out of it.❤
I'm so sorry about Johnny. Life is so unfair sometimes and no one truly ever knows what others have to deal with on a daily basis. Like you, I would have helped him. No is not in my vocabulary when someone is in need. You taking the time to care and go above and beyond just speaks to your heart. You're a good egg Miss Pat.
Hope you find many treasures this weekend. Enjoy!🩷
It is lightning and raining as I write this..we hit 90 degrees today, so this is a welcome sight. Love your stories Pat. Have a wonderful weekend.
I just love your stories. I’m so glad I ran across this channel. I can’t wait to watch more.❤️
I would have tried to help him but I have 3 pins in my hip and nerve damage in my back and nerve damage radiating to my right thigh. I would have hired him someone to help him and I would pay the cost of a caregiver until his own caregiver could return. You were a Blessing to Johnny and know that God had you and your son covered. SIP Mr. Johnny 🕊️🙏🏼✝️
Granny Pat God sent Johnny to you. God knew that you had kindness beyong your understanding and trusted you to take care of that young man. Im pretty sure at the end of each night you took care of him he felt thankful for your help and you felt thankful for the lesson you learned about how appreciated you are. Thank you so much for sharing this story. It made me even more thankful then I have always felt in the ability to help people❤
Hi Granny Pat, thank you for sharing such a beautiful story of love and compassion for Johnny. You were surfing Johnny, but more than that you were serving the Lord. You were an angel in his life, and he was very blessed to have your friendship. you were given the opportunity to show great kindness to another human being, and you took it, something that many people would not do. thank you for sharing this story and giving us all something to think about. Love and blessings, Sheila
I worked in Nursing homes and with the Mentaly challenged people for 25 years , I had All kinds of residents to deal with. I miss working but I had to quit for health reasons ❤
I'd like think that I would have done the same as you, Pat, but I'm not half the woman you are. You are incredible. Thank you for sharing Johnny with us. 💛 I live in Australia and was admiring the beautiful full moon a few hours ago. It's nice to know that no matter how far apart people are, we're all under the same sky. 💙
You did exactly the right thing. Everyone has a limit to their tolerance. Johnny was done with this world. Suicide is not something easy to deal with. Part of our family has a history of this. my brother and 3 male cousins, plus an Uncle. I always felt bad that the pain (emotional and physical) they felt made them choose death. It makes you feel like you didn't do enough, but in reality nothing you do can change the decision once they have made it. I hope Johnny is in a better place and that you know you did your best to make a difference. Thank you for sharing
I think this memory is lovely. I think Johnny was blessed to have met you and that you were blessed in return. Then, you son’s experience was a true learning curve. Same car? Unbelievable. Your son is probably a better person from that time in his life. Wish everyone could have your son’s experience and learn from that time.❤️🙏carson
Thank you for sharing the story of Johnny. I know it was difficult for you. God bless his heart and yours.
Johnny was so lucky to have you for a friend. Sending love and hugs to you.
Montana Belle with Jame Russell My Sweetheart is the man in the Moon. I can't say if I would be able to help John. I probably would look for a man to help him. Especially since you didn't know him that well. But there is something very special about you. Just like I could never have the occupation of being a nurse. To me you were an angel sent to him and you helped him in so many ways that you will never know.
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Thank God for kind giving people like you ! You made a difference in his life his short time on earth. ❤
What a special person you are! I pray that if I’m ever faced with a situation like that that I can be a blessing to someone as you were to Johnny! RIP Johnny. And may God bless you, Granny Pat. You are such an inspiration!! ❤
NO! I’m just the average neighbor. I wasn’t doing anything anyone else wouldn’t have done. We just do what we know to do, whether it is right or wrong.
You are a very special person to me. I am so thankful that I found you on UA-cam! And yes, I agree with you!
"Yes", Dear Soul. Without hesitation; I would have definitively helped him. In my heart & Soul; I knew I was helping "Jesus Christ." 🙏🙏🙏❤️😁
Oh Granny Pat, that young man certainly appreciated the time that you gave him, because he knew you could have easily said no, but he had a dark cloud looming over him every waking minute. He wasn't born a quadriplegic, so was never able to accept being totally helpless, seeing everyone around him who could move at will. It is impossible to imagine the fears and apprehensions he had to live with. I was a caregiver to a quadriplegic for a while, but he was a bitter man, and didn't conceal his resentments about his condition. It was very difficult, but I learned so much about being grateful, and compassion for those who are disabled.
We learn by doing.
Amen!
I admire you. I have looked after so many people with MS, cancer, dementia, you name it, in wheel chairs and walking and it makes their day if they find kindness and cheer, it's alright to cry, you are beautiful where it counts, inside and out
On Granny Pat's questions about being incapacitated, I can relate, in part, to that, as I have been in a much less tragically different but somewhat similar situation.
Many years ago, I had several incapacitating surgeries on my hands which rendered them totally unusable. I was dismayed that I could not do anything for myself! My parents lived in another state and I had no friends who were willing to help me, as I needed around-the-clock care.
My dear boyfriend moved me into his home "for the duration." That dear young man, who was raising two children of his own, became my hands.
Every day, he and I took a shower together and he washed my body, washed my long hair, brushed my teeth, dried and brushed my hair.
He dressed me and put on my shoes and, if needed, tied the laces.
He helped me to clean myself after toileting and to stay clean during my times of the moon. He said that gave him a greater appreciation for the trials of being a woman which men knew nothing of.
This wonderful man served my food, cut my food into small pieces, fed me and lifted my cup or glass to my mouth for me to drink. He blew my nose and wiped my tears when I would cry with frustration.
He did absolutely everything for me! I was on leave from work and he worked from home, so he and I were together all day, every day. I would watch television, changing the channels by pushing the remote's buttons with my toes. I would walk up and down the driveway and push the doorbell with my elbow when I wanted to come back inside. I did everything I could, but it was a very trying time for all of us.
I do not know how in this world he found the patience to keep up with the house and his children, to work from home and to take care of me, all with ultimate care, love and kindness. He was my hero and I showed him that, in every way I could.
I can still remember the rejoicing in the house when, after nearly a year, I tied my own shoes! From then on, my recovery was steady and though not fast enough for me, it was rather more quick than the doctors and therapists expected.
He and I did not marry, though his children really wanted us to. Though we loved each other very much, the core differences between us were more than either of us could overcome,though we tried, there were things for which there was no compromise.
I do not know what became of him after our difficult and acrimonious breakup, but I think of him often and wish him well in my heart. Somehow, I don't believe I ever got around to thanking him for his amazing kindness to me during that long, difficult year of my
total disability. I hope he knew how much I appreciated him, needed him, loved him.
Thanks, Roy, for giving so much of your heart, your time, your love to me, for opening your heart, your family and your home to me. You saved my life and you kept me from who knows what calamity.
I'll never forget you. I owe you more than I could ever repay.
Pat,
Thank you for sharing about Johnny. I am so glad you did. What would I had done? Try to be a friend like you were to him. You made him laugh so you not only helped him with some of his physical needs, you treated him like a friend does, ribbing occasionally etc…
I am saddened he chose suicide 😢
When I miss someone I loved…family or friend…I (being a Christian) tell myself they are at the party having a blast. It’s not my time yet, but when I get there the party will be so much fun! In Johnny’s case I would add that upon entering heaven I would tell Johnny he was going to get a swift spanking for doing what he did. But then hug him and tell him “I am so glad to see you, you have been missed”.
I hope you have a great time this weekend with Jan and your friend Nina (sp)
Granny Pat, this was a very touching story. Always remember you did the right things helping Johnny . I'm sure Johnny enjoyed your visits. There will be no answers why he did what he did. Never regret what you did for Johnny. I would have done the same thing as you did.
Granny Pat, you are a blessing to us and to those you encounter in your life. Johnny was blessed to have you and you were blessed by him too. He decided to leave this earth on his own terms. He didn't have control over many things in his life. I think he just decided he was done. I am glad you were there for him when he needed you. You are a very dear soul❤
I think you are the sweetest most precious lady I have seen on UA-cam. I feel like you really didn't have a choice. That's what we are supposed to do is help each other. I can't really blame him for doing that. I know we aren't supposed to hurt our selfs, but a person can only take so much.
I'm sure he appreciated your kindness.
You are such a great story teller. I love listening to you. I don't care how long your videos are. I'll listen. Well, sweet lady you sleep well and I'm looking forward to your next video.
God Bless you. ❤️
Well, how kind of you my dear to have helped Johnny. I don't know that I would have said yes, but I am glad that you did.
God bless you.❤
I am sad that he died like that.😢
Bless you, Lord, I am in tears,, RIP Johnny.
I would have done what you did, help as much as I can. I take care of a blind man that I worked with for many years. I am old and decrepit myself, so I know what you mean about how hard the simplest tasks can be. Bless you and those who take notice and help those who need someone.
Thank you for sharing your story with us, I hung on your every word. There is a special place in heaven for people like you. I'm proud to know of you. God bless you Granny Pat.
Amen we never put ourselves in others shoes we are so busy in life at times it is all consuming
Fantastic story with wonderful meaning. We all should love and show compassion ❤
Bless you and your giving heart for helping Johnnie.
I would have helped him too.
I'm sure he felt the spirit of Jesus in your kindness to him.
I give you a hands up for being willing to help
This young man. We have a daughter that has Been disabled since birth. She was only predicted to live 5 years. She is now 57 and totally a bed patient. She is a twin. God has Blessed us with health to take care of her. I understand your story more than you can imagine. God Bless you for being a willing helper. ❤️
God bless you. I can't see the moon tonight,it's too cloudy. I hope you have a pleasant and beneficial day trip, tomorrow. Thank you for sharing your story,I'm sure that wasn't easy. I myself don't know what I would have done. There is sooouch to this story,that I'm pondering on. Like, Johnny must of been desperate. This is just a very sad story. Bless your heart,Granny Pat.❤
What a blessing you were to him but he didn’t even understand that he was a blessing to you. People like Johnny give us the gift of consciousness. As humans we are on such an unconscious track of life so often and are running a daily program. It’s times like this experience that raise us out of our programs and into actually being in the present moment as if to fully understand for the first time.
Johnny was so lucky to have met you. Brave of you to take on the challenge of helping him get ready for bed. You were a real friend. Thanks for sharing your heartfelt story.
It's always such a joy to hear your stories we come to think of you as family,like a first cousin and visit with you, stay safe and well,look forward to hear more stories which are a treasure and greatly apprecier .
Granny thank you for opening your heart and sharing stories with us! I can’t help but notice you have a large Collection of glasses “spectacles “ not the drinking glasses . Can you tell us about some of them please . X
Greetings Granny Pat! I'm so glad you told us about Johnny. I'm sure that you were like family to him. He must have really trusted you with his vulnerability, which is an honor. I'm sorry that he felt that he had to take his own life, although I do understand why. You were an angel to him of God's mercy. Love and blessings ♥️🙏
Sometimes people are very sad inside and we don’t know so whatever we can do to make somebody happy it’s a very good thing. Thank you for that.
I'm so glad you helped him. I know you must of been scared I know I would have been. You are a very special lady❤
Hi Granny Pat, I know it takes a big heart and compassion to help someone incapacitated. When my Mother had a stroke and became unable to take care of herself...I told my Dad I would help out and took 1 year off from work on Family Leave. My elder sibling decided to put my Mother in a Nursing Home...then my Father too. 😢
May God richly bless you for being there and being a part of Johnny’s life. Such a good story. Life’s lessons.
People like you are a gift from God. Anyone who has had the opportunity to spend time with you has been blessed. My own mother had a heart like you Granny Pat, pure gold and a love for others. Thank you for sharing this story.
Your story will be a blessing to many. 🙏🏻Thank you💐
Fine example of a great sermon, without even wearing a collar & a ….
Yes it is sweetie we are in Alabama and came out of church and saw the big moon !we enjoy your videos !God bless you Granny Pat
Listening to your telling gets me to recollecting. Just like home. Thank you.
Johnny surely loved you for being his friend and helping him get ready for bed each evening. The food you shared with Johnny was such a blessing he appreciated it more than you know. Pat theyve always said the way to a man's heart is through his stomach. No doubt he loved you and probably felt like you were his substitute mom. He was blessed to have such a caring and compassionate friend in you and you were also very blessed to have made his acquaintsnce and become his friend. Pat, you will be blessed for the rest of your life by God for these good deeds. I know it was hard for you to tell this story but lm so grateful you did. The lessons learned here are incredible food for thought. Due to a rollover mva, l am also completely dependent upon another human being for the daily activities of living. My husband of 14 years this past Wed, 29 Nov is my caretaker and he helps me do everything and we have extra help come in occasionally to help us out with cooking and cleaning house. Many hugs to you Granny Pat for sharing your stories with us. This story about Johnny really touched my heart. I cried for him. I would love to have been able to be his friend cause lm a very caring and compassionate individual that was put on earth to show love and kindness to everyone l meet/see. Its my favorite activity when l was an able bodied person. We will one day see Johnny in heaven. God bless you my sweet sister, granny Pat.😅❤❤❤
You are Angel~~ Doing God’s work~ I had a disabled friend , his wife asked if I could sit with him. He moved , his friend drove him around. They stopped and beeped horn to come visit. 💚
What an awesome story of being willing to help someone. I pray that God will bless you daily for all you did for him. If you ever need anyone to help you, I feel that He will have special people to come to your aid ❣️
To the stars Johnny. A Good story . Your a kind soul maam .
Oh my goodness that touched my heart. My granddaughter dated a young man once that had a illness that left him unable to walk without help. He was so nice and very bright. She helped him all the time. He felt strongly about her more than she felt for him. It finally ended and she felt bad about it. She had the pleasure to know the strength this young man had. And how he coped every day with his disabilities. It makes your trials and troubles seem so small. Thank you for your story.
🌺Tutu Pat; so sorry to hear that. Just think of the sunshine and laughter you brought to his life. Thank you for caring❤️❤️❤️
I love you so much! I just found your videos a week or so ago and I have been watching every one of your videos! Many of them more than once! I have subscribed to your channel so now I won’t miss any! You remind me so much of my mother who passed a few years ago and it is such a joy to watch you! I love all the things you do so we have much in common!
Thank you for telling your beautiful story about your relationship with Johnny. Bless you for taking care of him when and how you did and for loving him and showing him care and compassion. Know he loves and appreciated you . I would have done the same.
You did everything right, granny.
God bless you and Johnny both. sorry for your loss.❤
I am 57, a year ago may I had stroke, paralyzed my right side, I needed a lot of help. I am thankful to have family that helped. You were a light for that young man.