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Thread #45004   Message #666558
Posted By: Mrrzy
10-Mar-02 - 07:41 PM
Thread Name: NonMusic: Thoughts for Mrr's Niece
Subject: RE: NonMusic: Thoughts for Mrr's Niece
I had the privilege of sitting up with Dorian for 2 hours Friday night (well, Sat am 6-8), and had the chance to tell her everything and say goodbye. Tonight she will be taken off life support (she's initiating breathing but is on vent support); if she lives without the ventilator, I think they will terminate nutrition and hydration. My hope is that the poor parents do not have to do that, and that she fails to breathe enough on her own. I am so grateful to the rescue squad and the parents for letting me say goodbye, and am mightily comforted by that thought, but it is still the saddest thing imaginable. All your support and thoughts are much appreciated. I know AllanC had a chance to come over, I hope you got to see her, sweetie, and make your peace as such can be.