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In reply to the discussion: Little Star, my mom [View all]KitSileya
(4,035 posts)I lost my sister to cancer at the beginning of March. My parents and I alternated staying with her since her diagnosis almost three years ago, and she spent the last 5 weeks at a hospice. I am so glad we could sit by her bed those last weeks - we alternated shifts, as it were (my parents are retired, and I work for the government, so had the opportunity to get family leave.) My parents sat with her when she passed away peacefully, and thanks to the hospice staff, she had continuous care and continuous painkillers (pancreatic cancer is a f¤&%ing horribly painful cancer) so that it was peaceful. We just managed to hold her funeral before the country went on lock down, and I am so infinitely grateful for that too. My heart bleeds for those who are dying alone these days, and their families who must grieve alone.
I cannot imagine how difficult it must be for you, but you have my thoughts, prayers, positive vibes and anything else you want.