Yes, in the US we have Advanced Directives. You can write what you think you will want and share with family member and have a copy at your local hospital. And appoint someone as a medical proxy. Very good plan. Which also goes along with having a will or a trust about what you might like to have happen with your belongings, including pets. It is good to be prepared because you never know what the future holds. I had a person recently I know who was doing well, my age, and was getting ready for a joint replacement, active....and they unexpectedly died of a heart event. It happened so fast. But I also know when I try to talk to my family about the future and death, they are not very open to it. It's a part of life.....I wish we could all be more accepting about the planning for it.
Yes. I hear you. I lived in the US until 14 years ago. Way back my affiliated hospital starting asking the “hard” questions at check-in. But i believe you are right. People find the next step—sharing with loved ones—tough. That kind of chronic muteness around “the hard” is the foundation of why I started my project, wrote my book and am here. It’s lovely having fellow travellers here. Thanks for your words.
This dimension sure is challenging, isn’t it. I empathize with Stephen as my own Bestie manages with stage 4 prostate cancer, and I do my best to be a companion on that journey. Of course we are all approaching. Our own finish line, but only some of us see it before we get there. Is that a gift, perhaps?
I had a vivid dream of Grant last night where he gave me a huge bear hug, lifting me up off the ground. I got up early to look at my email and found writings from both you and Keegan waiting for me. I feel blessed to be connected with y’all. Sending you our love from afar.
Thanks so much Bill for your kind words. I’d created a response to you that vanished before I could publish it but I’m back to say how sorry I am about your friend but how fortunate he is to have you journeying with him. And I agree, that terrain, as challenging as it may be, gifts both parties.
I love that dream! I feel when they’re so vivid that it really is a visitation. It reminds me of one I had after my very difficult father died, and it was just the hug. Like you, I felt it. I think the vividness is an indication that it is actual connection to the other side. I’ve certainly heard it frequently and the people I’ve talked to.
Keegan and I had a long conversation yesterday and we spoke of y’all. We feel the same about you. I think Keegan’s going to be contacting y’all soon.
Becky, it’s Bonnie Welch. I’m so sorry for Stephen’s friend. But, thank you for the reminder. I have a terminal disease…terminal without a lung transplant. I’m being evaluated for it. Quite rigorous. But, I haven’t taken any time for any of that.
Yes, in the US we have Advanced Directives. You can write what you think you will want and share with family member and have a copy at your local hospital. And appoint someone as a medical proxy. Very good plan. Which also goes along with having a will or a trust about what you might like to have happen with your belongings, including pets. It is good to be prepared because you never know what the future holds. I had a person recently I know who was doing well, my age, and was getting ready for a joint replacement, active....and they unexpectedly died of a heart event. It happened so fast. But I also know when I try to talk to my family about the future and death, they are not very open to it. It's a part of life.....I wish we could all be more accepting about the planning for it.
Yes. I hear you. I lived in the US until 14 years ago. Way back my affiliated hospital starting asking the “hard” questions at check-in. But i believe you are right. People find the next step—sharing with loved ones—tough. That kind of chronic muteness around “the hard” is the foundation of why I started my project, wrote my book and am here. It’s lovely having fellow travellers here. Thanks for your words.
This dimension sure is challenging, isn’t it. I empathize with Stephen as my own Bestie manages with stage 4 prostate cancer, and I do my best to be a companion on that journey. Of course we are all approaching. Our own finish line, but only some of us see it before we get there. Is that a gift, perhaps?
I had a vivid dream of Grant last night where he gave me a huge bear hug, lifting me up off the ground. I got up early to look at my email and found writings from both you and Keegan waiting for me. I feel blessed to be connected with y’all. Sending you our love from afar.
Thanks so much Bill for your kind words. I’d created a response to you that vanished before I could publish it but I’m back to say how sorry I am about your friend but how fortunate he is to have you journeying with him. And I agree, that terrain, as challenging as it may be, gifts both parties.
I love that dream! I feel when they’re so vivid that it really is a visitation. It reminds me of one I had after my very difficult father died, and it was just the hug. Like you, I felt it. I think the vividness is an indication that it is actual connection to the other side. I’ve certainly heard it frequently and the people I’ve talked to.
Keegan and I had a long conversation yesterday and we spoke of y’all. We feel the same about you. I think Keegan’s going to be contacting y’all soon.
Take care and keep in touch.
Sending love.
Becky, it’s Bonnie Welch. I’m so sorry for Stephen’s friend. But, thank you for the reminder. I have a terminal disease…terminal without a lung transplant. I’m being evaluated for it. Quite rigorous. But, I haven’t taken any time for any of that.
So sorry to hear that Bonnie. Yes, I hope you can make some space for considering your wishes. Sending you love.