The other shoe has dropped

White Crane

M1, my heart breaks for you and for her. These things happen so quickly, it barely gives us time to adjust. Praying she is in no pain and for peace for you, my friend.

Palmetto Peg

I'm so sorry to hear it will likely end this way. Our wish for our loved ones is that they pass painlessly in their sleep - and I hope her pain is well controlled and she just slips away. I will be praying for both of you in the coming days. Hugs to you.

Buggytoo

Praying for both of you and awed by your steadfast love for one another.

nancyj194

M1, I am sorry this happened. No matter what, going through this is not easy. Her comment about ruining your day is so sad and touching. There are a lot of kind, loving thoughts coming your way.

midge333

@M1: I am sorry. I hope they can keep her comfortable.

housefinch

I’m so sorry to hear this. Sending comfort and strength.

GiGi1963

I hope your partner goes peacefully and you find comfort in all you did for her when she needed you.

jfkoc

Oh, no….much love is surrounding you as you continue this walk….please update as often as is possible!

M1

you can’t imagine what comfort your words bring me on this vigil. It won’t be long, they are keeping her comfortable and don’t think she will wake up at all. I’m grateful we’ve said our goodbyes and beyond grateful for her, period-I truly have been blessed to have her in my life.

If there’s a learning point here, let me say that it was absolutely the right decision to push for inpatient hospice-their ability to manage pain is miles away better than anything available at home or MC, and with additional comfort measures like placing a Foley catheter so that she doesn’t have to be moved or changed. Just a point to consider that might help someone else in a similar circumstance. Falls are such a traumatic way to go out.

Emily 123

Praying for peace and serenity for you and your lovely wife, M1.

Jgirl57

so very sorry …..

Dunno

I'm really sorry to hear this M1. You've been such a helpful influence. I hope you can continue to make a difference.

BethL

I'm so sorry, M1. Sending prayers. Beth

hiya

M1, hoping you can feel the support and love from this community. May God put his arms around you both during this difficult time.

trottingalong

https://alzconnected.org/discussion/comment/227086#Comment_227086

I’m so sorry. Made me sad to read this.

Nowhere

M1,

My heart goes out to you both. Your shared love will go on. May reflecting on the joys of this love bring you peace in times of need.

Denise1847

https://alzconnected.org/discussion/71074/the-other-shoe-has-dropped

I am so very sorry. I pray for your peace.

Denise1847

jen ht

With you in spirit. Our hands are in yours. 💜🕊

peace,

jht

ronda b

So sorry for your loss. ❤️

JM27

So sorry M1 may peace be with both of you.

MN Chickadee

We are here with you M1. I am sorry it ends this way, but for the sake of both of you I hope it is swift now. Sending peace and strength.

Gig Harbor

You think about this day and think that you are prepared but when that day arrives it is a horrible time. I hope she has a peaceful transition and I wish you peace and strength.

Jazzma

My heart is with you and your wife. The connection you have had, and still have, is so deep. Wishing you both peace and comfort.

M1

She died in her sleep at 5 am this morning. A blessing; she never woke up once they got her sedated and comfortable, and she didn't linger. It's a beautiful fall day here. I took the truck to town, got her things from her MC room so that's all done, and now I am home with my dog on this beautiful farm that is her legacy. The suffering is over for her, thank goodness, tough cookie that she was who dealt with chronic pain most of her adult life.

I am so, so grateful for all the thoughts and prayers and support that you all have offered. I am grateful that she chose me to share life with, and I am grateful for the family and friends that surround us now. I am grateful now that I will get to bring her home, which is what she really wanted. For us the love will go on, and that makes us so fortunate. I am glad this day has finally arrived.

psg712

Tears and relief for you and for her. Your story is beautiful, and you have blessed so many who walk a similar journey. Thanks and peace to you.

Quilting brings calm

I’m so sorry for your loss. Such a sudden way for her life to end.

Please rest as best you can. I’m sure you have ideas of what to do next, but take your time.

White Crane

Dear M1, I am so sorry and yet relieved that she didn’t have to linger. My heart goes out to you and my tears are falling for you. Praying for your comfort and peace.

Brenda

midge333

I am sorry for your loss. It sounds like her suffering was minimized. Thank you for all you have done here. Be kind to yourself.

trottingalong

beautiful words @M1. I’m sorry for your loss.