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Re: Our mailbox relocated itself...
I agree things are not as normal as they appear. A few years ago I asked my wife what she would do if I passed out. She said call 911. I thought good she remembers what to do. Then I asked her to sho…4 -
Re: Now We Wait
Sending a big hug as you go through this. It’s been a long run for you and your DW. Hope for peace and strength for you in the coming days. P.S. I love that movie too!😊3 -
Re: Now We Wait
@CindyBum so very sad going through this. The weight of waiting can't be described and until you have been there it's unknown grief and feeling fine almost at the same time. I wish your DW …3 -
Re: Now We Wait
sending hugs, it’s been a very long road you’ve been on.3 -
Re: Now We Wait
So sorry this time is upon you. You’ve been a wonderful caregiver.3 -
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🙏 for a gentle passing and strength for you to carry on.3 -
Re: Now We Wait
I’m so sad you’re at this point @CindyBum. Praying for a peaceful passing for DW. Sending many hugs and hope you have some peaceful moments too💕💙2 -
Re: Now We Wait
Sending you a big hug Cindy! You have been and are an amazing caregiver for your wife. I wish you continued Strength during this very difficult time. With Love, Karen2 -
Heartbroken but comforted DH No Longer Suffering
It’s been a rough road for a while. My DH ended up in hospital before being transferred to palliative. He died peacefully 7 days later. We will miss him being physically here; however, we are at peac…15 -
Now We Wait
Last Thursday was the last time my DW got out of bed. She’s been in and out of consciousness for most of that time, not eating or drinking much. Tiny amounts. Hospice nurse believes she is transition…19
Commonly Used Abbreviations
DH = Dear Husband
DW= Dear Wife, Darling Wife
LO = Loved One
ES = Early Stage
EO = Early Onset
FTD = Frontotemporal Dementia
VD = Vascular Dementia
MC = Memory Care
AL = Assisted Living
POA = Power of Attorney
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