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Greg (and others), you have my deepest sympathy as you face something that I haven't yet, but I will. Knelt beside my grandmother's bed in the ER a few years ago with tears flowing as she was unconscious, struggling for each breath through an oxygen mask, and told her it was OK to pass over...Papaw was waiting for her on the other side. Bout an hour later she did. My long time former girlfriend was a hospice nurse, and I still recall how she told me patients struggle and fight and then when end is near a calm peace comes over them in the final hours. Take solace in that...death is a peaceful, natural transition....but that doesn't make it any easier for those left behind. There are some phenominal people on this board...wiped away a few tears as I read and typed this reply. My best to each of you.
If ever there was a thread that needs a reply from Tweeze, this is one...she has the hospice experience to help you all get through a tough time. Much sadness here at this moment....be well...
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