Announcement

Collapse
No announcement yet.

My brother just flatlined.

Collapse
X
Collapse
 
  • Page of 2
  • Filter
  • Time
  • Show
Clear All
new posts
Previous 1 2 template Next
    #1

    My brother just flatlined.

    My brother, L. John Ernst just flatlined due to complications from drinking.

    He was revived at the hospital, and is now in a medically induced coma.

    My brother believed that he was "nothing". Severely depressed?a shell of what he once was. He was a rock and symphonic composer. Yet he is EVERYTHING to me.

    I, too, oftentimes think that I am "nothing". So many regrets in life, wanting to make change, seemingly unable to make it happen.

    So let us all collectively make this our wake-up call. We ARE something. We ARE worthy. We CAN get better. Depression and alcoholism can rob us of our soul. My brother thought he was nothing. And here's what this 'nothing' composed. Check out links below; I couldn't find a full version online anywhere. If anyone shows interest, I'll post more links of his music. If you find joy in it, it will give joy to me, and if he survives, joy to him as well.

    a one minute clip at: L. John Ernst - Vermilion River, for orchestra - Classical Archives
    or search "vermilion river (L. John Ernst)" on iTunes for a slightly longer clip.

    He was nominated for contemporary composer of the year for his contributions to the "Masterworks" symphonic series. An eye opener for those of us on a self-destructive path like me.
    "The Pessimist complains about the wind; the Optimist expects it to change; the Realist adjusts the sails."

    —William A. Ward
    Tags: None
    #2
    My brother just flatlined.

    I'm so sorry to hear this how very sad. It could happen to anyone of us if we don't stop and change our ways. Everybody is special in their own way your brother was a very talented man. I'll check out the clip later.:l
    If you always do what you have always done, you will get what you always got.:heart:

    Comment

      #3
      My brother just flatlined.

      :l I am so sorry to hear about your brother.

      I listened to the clip - it is wonderful.

      Comment

        #4
        My brother just flatlined.

        Nichau, keep believing he will pull through! Will keep him and your family in my prayers......
        IT'S NEVER TOO LATE TO BE WHAT YOU MIGHT HAVE BEEN
        Relapse starts long before the drink is drunk!!.Fresh Start!

        Comment

          #5
          My brother just flatlined.

          Nichau, prayers for your brother and family. I too often felt like nothing when I drank. We are somebody important no matter who we are. I truly hope he makes it though this and realizes how much he is loved and how talented he is.

          Keep telling him how much you love him and how important he is to you and everyone. He can hear you I promise.

          Much love and many prayers being sent to you and your brother:h
          AL free since March 17th 2011...loving this life. No drinking no matter what.

          Hi my name is Lori and i am so happy to be here.

          Comment

            #6
            My brother just flatlined.

            I am so sorry to hear that.

            Too often we can only see ourselves through the eyes of others and when we are lost in the fog we just can't do that. Glad to hear you're taking something positive away from this tragedy though.
            “If we are facing in the right direction, all we have to do is keep on walking.” – Zen proverb

            "See it as it is, not worse than it is just so you have a reason not to try." - Tony Robbins.

            Newbies Nest
            Newbies Nest Roll Call
            Toolbox
            Cattleman Cafe

            Comment

              #7
              My brother just flatlined.

              Thank you for your kind words...
              "The Pessimist complains about the wind; the Optimist expects it to change; the Realist adjusts the sails."

              —William A. Ward

              Comment

                #8
                My brother just flatlined.

                Here's a song about him and his wife moving from Michigan (where I live) to Los Angeles...crank this one up!

                Just trying to cope here...hope you all understand. :heart:

                https://soundcloud.com/ernstjohn7-1/05-across-the-plains
                "The Pessimist complains about the wind; the Optimist expects it to change; the Realist adjusts the sails."

                —William A. Ward

                Comment

                  #9
                  My brother just flatlined.

                  I'm really sorry nichau, my thoughts are with you and all concerned.

                  His voice is just amazing, and really heartfelt.

                  Comment

                    #10
                    My brother just flatlined.

                    Nichau, how very sad and hard for you and your family, my thoughts are with you. My brother died from al, liver failure, coma and died. No goodbyes, nothing. Al takes everything away from us and more and it is very very sad.

                    A very talented man and beautiful voice.

                    Hugs to you Nich.
                    AF free 1st December 2013 - 1st December 2022 - 9 years of freedom

                    Comment

                      #11
                      My brother just flatlined.

                      Sorry about your brother Nichau,he was a talented man,sad that he didn't realize his worth,my thoughts are with you
                      I have too much shit to do today and tomorrow to drink:sohappy:

                      I'm taking care of the "tomorrow me":thumbsup:
                      Drinkin won't help a damn thing! Will only make me sick for DAYS and that ugly, spacey dumb feeling-no thanks!

                      Comment

                        #12
                        My brother just flatlined.

                        Thanks, everyone—we'll see what today brings. Had three voicemails overnight—no new news to report yet. Hugs to you all.
                        "The Pessimist complains about the wind; the Optimist expects it to change; the Realist adjusts the sails."

                        —William A. Ward

                        Comment

                          #13
                          My brother just flatlined.

                          Much love and support Nich
                          I love my family more than alcohol.:h
                          Live in the Solution....not the problem

                          Comment

                            #14
                            My brother just flatlined.

                            Nichau my tnoughts are with you today. I hope it brings good news to you.
                            No matter how far you go or how fast you run, you can't get away from yourself. ....said at an AA meeting. It stuck with me.

                            Comment

                              #15
                              My brother just flatlined.

                              I just listened to Across the Plains- in fact it is still playing as I type. It is amazing! Thanks for sharing it with us.

                              I also will keep him and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Please keep us posted.

                              Comment

                              Previous 1 2 template Next
                              Working...
                              X