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!
birdgirl73 Reviewed by birdgirl73 on . watching someone die at this very moment I am watching someone die. He has stopped eating, drinking and has been prepared for death. He is not responding anymore and it is only a matter of time. At this point, I wonder what he is thinking. Is he in a happy place in his sub conscious mind or is his mind blank. I occasionally go into his room and give him some soothing words or ask if he needs anything or if he is hungry. No response, but I will keep trying until he takes his last breath. This will probably be in the Rating: 5