Nothing I can add

[captainsblog]

Janice's husband wrote this late this afternoon:

I can no longer continue this so let me sum up. It appears unlikely that the therapy will prolong her life for any significant period of time. We seem to be facing end of life issues. Hospice care has been discussed but no decision has been made. I am hoping that she can come home soon. I am still hopeful that she will respond to the therapy. But we both agreed that we were not interested in life extension if it compromises quality of life. The boys and I are in agreement with this and Donna also agrees. This does not mean that we are giving up. WE all want her to live as long as possible, just not at the expense of her comfort. So that is the long and short of it. There are still many decisions to be made and will will try to make them out of love and compassion for our Beloved Wife, Mother and Friend.

So my companions. The journey is not yet over, but unless a miracle happens, our course may have changed but never our love for its principle character. I may not write for a while. There are many family matters and preparations which need to be made,  but I will continue to update you all as I have the heart and courage to do so. God bless you all,

Doug 

God bless you, as well, for reading and joining me in the prayer-or-whatever vigil for a very dear friend. I will likely make it to Manhattan or Merrick, wherever she is, in the next week or so. I pray that it is not to say goodbye, but I prepare for it being that.

Comments

[snowy-owlet.livejournal.com]

Oh no.

[troubleagain.livejournal.com]

You, Janice and her family are all in my thoughts.

[digitalemur.livejournal.com]

I know it wasn't your intent, exactly, but I cry for all of you that love Janice, and I am so sorry that the prognosis looks like this right now. I hope for peace and good companionship for all of you as this situation evolves.

[captainsblog.livejournal.com]

Thank you, Virginia. Thank you, Rhonda. Thank you, Sarah. Thank you Providence. (Sorry- Alanis Morisette stole my thread.) I know you don't advertise your names much, but I know them, and they're- you're- important to me, and sources of comfort and kindness in these difficult moments.

(No thanks to spellcheck- misspellings are fixed- but thanks as well to all below this who have also commented and prayed and offered much kindness.)

[(Anonymous)]

I am so sorry.Ray. I will pray as hard as I can for your friend!!

[thanatos-kalos.livejournal.com]

::hugs:: Sorry to hear this. Can I help?

[la-rainette.livejournal.com]

*hugs* sending good thoughts and prayers.