My mother recently died. She was 93 years of age, and she was “ripe and ready.” I believe this with my whole heart, and that helps me accept the fact I’ll never see her again in this lifetime. She expressed to me her readiness more than once. Considering all the circumstances with which she lived these last few years, and especially her final few weeks, I totally get it. Enough is enough. And I believe the end-of-life feels better to…..
This is a very good article that discusses the importance of physicians having the much needed discussion about end of life with their patients. “There is no ‘right’ answer for how patients should respond to a terminal illness. It’s a deeply personal decision based on a complex array of spiritual, social, financial and emotional needs.” Patients who are terminal can only make these tough choices if their doctor (s) are trained and able to share bad news. Yet many doctors…..