watching someone die

[birdgirl73]

I have the same clause in my living will. If I'm that close to the end, I don't want even the basics except as necessary for my comfort (like water with which to take pills, assuming I can swallow).

It has surprised me on two occasions, my grandfather and my great aunt, how slow a process death can be. I rather hope my own end will come more quickly and in the middle of the night--a sudden, deadly stroke at the age of 115--so I don't linger. Or draw spectators.

Thanks for the update, Geonagual!

[daima]

I have the same clause in my living will. If I'm that close to the end, I don't want even the basics except as necessary for my comfort (like water with which to take pills, assuming I can swallow).

It has surprised me on two occasions, my grandfather and my great aunt, how slow a process death can be. I rather hope my own end will come more quickly and in the middle of the night--a sudden, deadly stroke at the age of 115--so I don't linger. Or draw spectators.

Thanks for the update, Geonagual!

I want to die quietly and peacefully in my sleep, and not screaming and crying like everyone else in the car.

dai*ma:stoned:

[Exclamation221]

I watched my dad die earlier this year. He had cancer for eight years. It was the most difficult moment of my entire life.

[birdgirl73]

I'm so sorry you had to go through that, Exclamation. Really sorry.

[geonagual]

Well, I wanted to go ahead and finish what I started with this thread. He did pass away on Saturday morning. He died with dignity and grace and I was there to witness it all and console him on his passing. Thanks for all the kind words from everyone. Last week was crazy with all this happening and my cousin in town. To Birdgirl, I send love to you for all that your doing for your sister. Peace

[birdgirl73]

Thanks, Geonagual. I'm sorry about your friend, but I really am glad you were there for him. Love to you, too, for having given him the support you did.

[Kryzco]

Sorry to hear about your loss, I have been in the same predicament

Its a hard thing to deal with

and I'm still dealing with it

I commend you on staying strong for your friend. There should be more people like you. At least he didn't die alone. I've learned how much that truly means to anyone who is dying.

I hope all is well for you

Much love to you

[Ganjasaurusrex]

A kind and reverent thing to do for a stranger. It did not go unseen.