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slipslidingaway

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9. I think that is such a hard question ...

Tue Dec 15, 2015, 12:16 AM

Dec 2015

maybe the best thing to do is not focus on a goodbye per se, but just spend more time with friends and family.

As they say make memories

Those very close to you will be more attuned as to what is occurring at any point in time and we never know exactly when things can take a downward spiral. I've heard the standard anyone can die crossing the street, but they do not always realize the severity of what some people are facing.

Spend time with those on the periphery and whose company you enjoy, but PLEASE do not feel you owe them a goodbye, just lift that burden from your shoulders!!!

Wish I could offer more help

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When do we know when to say goodbye? [View all] Tab Dec 2015 OP

As a patient or as a family member/friend/caretaker of patient? dixiegrrrrl Dec 2015 #1

As a patient n/t Tab Dec 2015 #2

If that is what a patient wants to do, I think they will know when. dixiegrrrrl Dec 2015 #3

Thank you Tab Dec 2015 #4

As long as you are willing.... Uben Dec 2015 #5

Okay, don't count me out, not just yet, but still getting there Tab Dec 2015 #6

I don't think we know. cate94 Dec 2015 #7

I've learned to do that too Tab Dec 2015 #8

I think that is such a hard question ... slipslidingaway Dec 2015 #9

I don't know. I've pondered that one for a couple of years now. Solly Mack Dec 2015 #10

I haven't quite felt this way before Tab Dec 2015 #11

I think it is only natural to feel our own mortality. Solly Mack Dec 2015 #12

Dammit Tab Dec 2015 #13

Heh! I wish! Solly Mack Dec 2015 #14