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02-15-2012, 03:47 PM
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Certified Cake Maniac
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Surrey, BC Canada
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My Dad.
I am not going to make this one of my run-on posts - partly because I rushed home for some lunch and will be rushing back to spend time with Dad.
He has taken a huge turn for the worst and we had a meeting this morning with his care team. They are going to do a few tests to see what is happening, but basically we are just going to keep him "comfortable" with pain medication and a sedative. I will be taking a tour of the facility's Hospice unit as that may be the next best step.
I am good. Had a cry with my sister and but am back being the strong one with Dad and the staff. I have heard him talk about how awful he feels and how he is ready to die for quite awhile now. I don't want to lose him, but the man in that bed is NOT my Dad....at least not the one I have fond memories of.
If you could keep us in your thoughts and/or prayers I would appreciate it.
Laurie
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02-15-2012, 03:48 PM
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Certified Cake Maniac
Join Date: Feb 2007
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Okay, it was a little long! 
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02-15-2012, 03:50 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2004
Location: Massachusetts
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Laurie, this is so sad. It's super hard to watch your parents deteriorate due to old age or illness. Your post brought back memories of both my parents' deaths.
You and your dad will be in our thoughts. Know we love you and are here for you.
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02-15-2012, 04:02 PM
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Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: Cape Coral Florida
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I lost my dad when I was 11. He died suddenly of a massive heart attack and while it was very hard then, I'm glad that he didn't slowly go downhill. I still remember him as the strong, great guy I knew as a child.
With a tear in my eye, I will be thinking of you
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02-15-2012, 04:24 PM
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So sad, LP. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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02-15-2012, 04:39 PM
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Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Ottawa Valley, Ontario, Canada
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Thoughts are with you and your family at this time.
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02-15-2012, 04:43 PM
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Location: Maryland
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You know all of you are in my thoughts my friend!
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02-15-2012, 04:47 PM
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Head Chef
Join Date: Jan 2011
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I feel for you and your family. Went through similar situation with my oldest brother. Comfortable and surrounded by family and friends is the best thing.
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02-15-2012, 05:11 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: joisey
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i'm so sorry, lp. of course you have our prayers.
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02-15-2012, 06:36 PM
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The Dude Abides
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: Bermuda Native in D.C./NoVA
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LP, my positive thoughts and energy go out to you, and yours!
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