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[Sheik Yerbouti]

I think one of the worst ways to lose a loved one is suddenly and without the chance to say goodbye and be with them in their last moments. For someone who lost his father like that, I can only say that you cherish these moments, however long they may last.

 

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[swag]

I can totally see that, Sheik. My wife certainly knows it.

And yet it doesn't make the experience feel any less surreal. Probably because most societies aren't as closely in touch with death and the inevitable -- we often push it off to the side and would prefer to pretend that it's not there, inconvenient as it may be.

It does give you an appreciation, however, for why humans have held rituals about it for far longer than we have any written history of humans.

 

[chester]

Greg, sad to here this mate, my thoughts are with you and your wife.
Like you said, the only good thing about this way of having to go, is the time you get to say goodbye.

All considering, I think that it is going ok with my dad.
He had his first 3 days of chemo a few weeks ago, is on holiday now and when we speak, he says that it doesn't feel like his health is declining so we can assume the chemo did its job up until now because last time, it all went very fast downhill with him.
Next week, he'll get dose number 2, let's hope this continues for a few years.

 

[swag]

Awesome, Ches! That's good to hear.

Even more important than getting a longer life, it sounds like he's able to get some quality of life out of his regimen as well. And that's the key.

Best wishes as his treatments continue...

 

[chester]

Indeed, he is feeling good, eating well so all in all, it could have been a worse start to this.
Let's hope he can keep it up for a while.
I will keep the PM proposal in mind for when I really need it
thanks and again, strength to you, the wife and the rest of the family.

 

[Kate]

I am very glad to hear that, Ches. I hope he's enjoying his holiday

Greg, my sincerest condolences. I hope it goes smoothly from here, as smoothly as it can.

 

[Sheik Yerbouti]

I can totally see that, Sheik. My wife certainly knows it.

And yet it doesn't make the experience feel any less surreal. Probably because most societies aren't as closely in touch with death and the inevitable -- we often push it off to the side and would prefer to pretend that it's not there, inconvenient as it may be.

It does give you an appreciation, however, for why humans have held rituals about it for far longer than we have any written history of humans.

It will always feel that way. I only wanted to say what can be done during these times. Make the most of the time you got. It's precisely because of our pushing away of death does its inevitability make the remaining time so precious. I am kind of doing the same with my mom these days. Cherishing every moment so as to reduce the regret I'll have when she's gone.

 

[swag]

Thanks, Kate.

Having seen my wife and her mom struggle with this for 18+ months, and seeing the pain it has put my mother-in-law through, there are oddly a few positive things in the mix as well. Thanks for the kind words/thoughts.

 

[swag]

Btw, I've been pleasantly surprised (should I really ) by all the Tuzzers who have expressed their concerns and well-wishes privately with me over the past 24 hours or so. Thank you so much.

The unfortunate news is that my wife's mother passed away this morning, but she was surrounded by family and friends. And it gave her a peaceful end to her long suffering with cancer.

We'll be good, but thank you all for your kindness and support.

 

[Quetzalcoatl]

Sorry, swag All the best for you and your wife.

 

[Salvo]

Sad to hear man, but by the sounds of things she was surrounded by love till her last breath. Now she doesn't have to suffer any more.
R.I.P my condolences to you and your family.

 

[ZoSo]

Condolences

 

[Mark]

hey chester hope everything will get better for your dad, stay strong man!

sorry about the news Greg. Condolences to you and your wife.

 

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[chester]

Btw, I've been pleasantly surprised (should I really ) by all the Tuzzers who have expressed their concerns and well-wishes privately with me over the past 24 hours or so. Thank you so much.

The unfortunate news is that my wife's mother passed away this morning, but she was surrounded by family and friends. And it gave her a peaceful end to her long suffering with cancer.

We'll be good, but thank you all for your kindness and support.

Hi greg,

Sorry to hear that man, but it kind of was coming I guess if I look back at your last posts.
My condolences to you and your family.

hey chester hope everything will get better for your dad, stay strong man!

sorry about the news Greg. Condolences to you and your wife.

thx Mark.

 

[Sheik Yerbouti]

I'm very sorry to hear about this, Greg. Hope your family members receive the comforting they need.

 

[blondu]

Sincere condolences Greg, she's in a better place right now for sure.

As for you Ches, i hope the current situation will remain and your dad will be more than ok

 

[Marty]

Btw, I've been pleasantly surprised (should I really ) by all the Tuzzers who have expressed their concerns and well-wishes privately with me over the past 24 hours or so. Thank you so much.

The unfortunate news is that my wife's mother passed away this morning, but she was surrounded by family and friends. And it gave her a peaceful end to her long suffering with cancer.

We'll be good, but thank you all for your kindness and support.

Sorry to hear it Glad to hear she was surrounded by family and friends though

 

[Marty]

@chester hoping for the best for your dad

 

[Klovn]

Sorry to hear that. Greg.