OT: update on friend

Thank you so much for theoutpouring of support and prayers. Knowing that you are with me in spirit helps more than you can know.

Today I went to my special exercise group and my friends surrounded me prayers and kindness, as well. Some of them, many of whom are breast cancer survivors, are going to visit my friend even though they have never met her.

Janae was moved to a care facility today. I think she will be more comfortable there than in the hospital. She can have her own bedding and such. I am going to do what I can tomorrow to make the room cozy and nice for her.

Her Hospice nurse will now resume her medical care and providing pain management. And she will have round the clock care by the staff there. I don't know how long she will be with us.... perhaps a matter of days or maybe a matter of weeks ... but I feel the situation is a bit more under control. Although I did find out today that she has not made arrangements for any kind of cremation service in advance. I have no idea how that will work out, but probably her household will be liquidated to pay for at least a portion of that service. Maybe her church will help.

Anyway, I'm quite tired and my chest is hurting when I breathe tonight, so I'm staying in and will wait to go see her until tomorrow morning after a good night's sleep.

Thanks again. And I want you all to know that I really don't think what I'm doing is special or wonderful or anything amazing. It's just what people do for each other. I'm not much of a church-goer and I don't talk about this much, but I have God in my heart and I know what Jesus told us to do for others and that is all I am doing. It's not much. I believe most people would do the same for a friend in need.

Blessings to all of you, Sunny

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Sunny
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God bless you, Sunny. You are an inspiration.....

Laurie G. in CA

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Laurie G.

Sunny, holding you and your friend close in my heart. She is blessed to have you there for her, and you in turn are blessed by this experience. In that dark time of quiet, of the knowing her journey here is coming to a close, you are helping her find the peace for her passing. What a gift!

G> Thank you so much for theoutpouring of support and prayers. Knowing

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Ginger in CA

Sunny, Get in touch with the Neptune Society right away. Because your friend is still alive, you might be able to help her make "preheat" arrangements. I believe there is a substantial savings benefit attached to membership in Neptune Society.

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elspeth

you and your friend remain in my thoughts and prayers

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maryd

You are both in my prayers.

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Rita

I am so sorry about the "preheat"; I meant predeath arrangements. My brother was able to do this for his wife when they knew she was to be removed from life support. The advance notice was very short but the cost benefits of predeath membership were big.

You and your friend remain in my thoughts.

Elizabeth in Spring, Texas

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elspeth

Sunny, may God bless both of you. You are a real treasure whether you realize it or not. Please be sure to take care of yourself. Praying for both of you.

GrammyKathy

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grammykathy

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