What Matters Most

What would you say to a loved one if you knew it was the last time you could ever say anything?

I found out what matters most:

1.) Thank you
2.) I love you

I was able to speak to my stepdad on Sunday. I was pretty sure that this would be the last time I would ever be able to communicate with him and I was right. He is comatose now and if he can hear us, he certainly can't respond.
I am so grateful that I moved past the giant lump in my throat and the fear in my heart and took the opportunity I had to say what I needed to say. I said several things, but they could all be reduced down to Thank yous and I love yous. What I didn't say was goodbye. Goodbye did not turn out to be worthwhile or necessary when it came down to it.
Ed may only have hours or days left now. Only God knows the exact minute. But I am grateful that he is at home in his own bed, like he wanted. With his wife, caring for him, like he wanted. He has never had to be alone, his wife (my Mom) and his entire family has surrounded him around the clock. He seems to be comfortable, and most importantly, at peace.