Now We Wait

CindyBum · January 27

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 transitioning and I agree, though of course she could rally. She mentioned days to a few weeks.

I don’t know if it’s these years of caregiving or if others have had this sense…I am somehow doing both just terrible and I’m also fine. I’d think I was numb if I didn’t have moments of crying like Dianne Keaton in “Something’s Gotta Give”. One of my DWs favorite movies.

I hope for a gentle passing.

annie51 · January 27

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!😊

Biggles · January 27

@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 a gentle transition and strength to you. Thinking of you.

trottingalong · January 27

sending hugs, it’s been a very long road you’ve been on.

tonyac2 · January 27

So sorry this time is upon you. You’ve been a wonderful caregiver.

RetiredTeacher · January 27

🙏 for a gentle passing and strength for you to carry on.

wose · January 27

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💕💙

Karen711 · January 27

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,

Karen

Goodlife2025 · January 27

Cindy keeping you and your DW in my prayers and thoughts. May it be a peace-filled time.

Gator1976 · January 27

https://alzconnected.org/discussion/75203/now-we-wait

praying for you both. At some point we all will be where you are. It hard to swallow given in my case, both my mother and mother-in-law died of it and now my wife😔

harshedbuzz · January 27

@CindyBum

I am sorry. I wish for a gentle release for you both.

HB

JeriLynn66 · January 27

Prayers for you both during this difficult time.

Kat63 · January 27

I’m sure it’s mixed emotions at this time. It’s been a long, difficult journey but are we ever really ready for stage 8? Sending prayers for comfort and peace to you and your DW.

jgreen · January 27

Dear @CindyBum

I pray for a gentle passing. I’ve told you before - you are an inspiration. I wish you peace.

Chance Rider · January 27

I’m so sorry. Keeping you and DW in my thoughts and hoping for a peaceful passing.

Jgirl57 · January 27

maybe feeling numb is what helps to get through this. ((( Hugs))) to you both

Call me Gram · January 27

CindyBum

Sitting next to you in spirit, heart breaking for you, praying for some sense of peace for you and your DW.

Gram

CMC62 · January 27

Wishing you both peace.

White Crane · January 27

Cindy, sending big hugs to you at this time. My prayers are with you and your DW.

Brenda

Beachfan · January 28

Wishing both of you peace and strength for however long this journey takes and wherever it takes you. 💕🙏🏻

Metta · January 28

There will be moments when you will find strength and peace and other times when you need to remember those moments to get through. Praying for a peaceful passing as a final grace of love.