Guest guest Posted August 15, 2008 Report Share Posted August 15, 2008 - This tugged at my heart strings. Brings back a lot of memories with my own dad. My dad refused to eat and drink anything. Turned away, jaw clenched, and arm flailing at the utensil. He had made a decision to win his battle. My heart is with you and your family during this part of the journey. If you want to talk to anyone now, please email me personally and I will gladly set up a time to phone you. Sending strength and courage to face the next few days. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers- Sandie Des Moines, IA dad, Merle, passed from LBD 9-20-02, age 65 -- " wejcaustin " wrote: My Mama has decided not to have another feeding tube placed in my Daddy. I have mixed emotions--I know that this was his wish but I hate to think of him hungry. He is drinking some boost milkshakes but he isn't taking any other food. He has an IV with liquids and antibiotics. He is still in the nursing home. I wonder how long he can survive without a feeding tube--I also know that his life is really already over! It is almost 11:00 p.m. and I need to go to bed--but I just can't seem to rest. I will need to be ready for my students in the morning but I can't make myself go to bed. I am 42 years old---I should be able to deal with this stage of my life. I still feel like Daddy's baby girl! Please pray for me and my Daddy! ------------------------------------ Welcome to LBDcaregivers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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