tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2833371807591724259.post2663323233231475593..comments2023-09-24T10:39:38.644+01:00Comments on Live to Slim - Bring It On: Sad nightLesleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08197039686417212109noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2833371807591724259.post-53475781946563492022015-07-20T10:12:46.675+01:002015-07-20T10:12:46.675+01:00So sorry. Having been through the deterioration an...So sorry. Having been through the deterioration and death of two parents and an aunt, I do sympathise. There's no solution that will make you feel great about this but, if it's any comfort, when I think now about my parents and aunt, what I remember mainly is them in their prime, capable and funny, rather than the weak and confused people they were in their last months. But it's very rubbish while it's happening and all-consuming and horrible. Hugs. Pam https://www.blogger.com/profile/12641269043817163165noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2833371807591724259.post-32605756249491571242015-07-15T15:12:49.112+01:002015-07-15T15:12:49.112+01:00Oh Lesley, of course you're sad: what a tragic...Oh Lesley, of course you're sad: what a tragic situation for you all. Even if your mum isn't aware of it - and I rather hope she isn't. Keepoffthearse is quite right that unless you're that squeaky wheel, more likely than not, you'll be ignored. Push for the help you need and are entitled to (and definitely withhold biscuits) - although I know it must be emotionally and literally sapping.<br /><br />Thinking of you.<br /><br />PxPeridothttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16325992771558910173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2833371807591724259.post-22931084697052454512015-07-14T16:16:54.269+01:002015-07-14T16:16:54.269+01:00So sorry to hear all this Lesley, we are in a simi...So sorry to hear all this Lesley, we are in a similar situation with my parents, heart breaking stuff. My Dad has just had the first round of chemo and radio therapy for newly detected colon cancer and is still expected to care for my Mum. We live over 150 miles from them and I'm at my wits end too Blods xBlodshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16876884344036154696noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2833371807591724259.post-50433350652295082072015-07-14T11:36:15.108+01:002015-07-14T11:36:15.108+01:00Oh L, how sad, your poor Dad (who sounds like a tr...Oh L, how sad, your poor Dad (who sounds like a trouper) - and gawd I agree the assessment process is ridiculous - can't believe it's so long-winded and hidden. You are allowed one after any change in condition/significant incident. And yeah - as soon as you have an adjustment made, something else changes. Deeply frustrating. You just need to be a complete pain in the arse, day in day out so that they know it's more hassle to leave you alone than be proactive. Unfortunately they seem to rely on people being too worn down to complain. Ugh. And the change you're all about to face is very sad. But it will make life easier. Eventually. XxxxAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2833371807591724259.post-61502322864750950932015-07-14T11:02:36.009+01:002015-07-14T11:02:36.009+01:00Oh poor thing, what a horrible situation for the w...Oh poor thing, what a horrible situation for the whole family. We went through a similar thing with my grandmother a few years ago and I know how very difficult it can be for all concerned. I hope that you and your Dad are able to get the help that you need and soon. In the meantime, shoulders always available for tear mopping purposes.<br /><br />SxSerenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08902775858327076421noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2833371807591724259.post-52354451666101067832015-07-14T07:27:45.697+01:002015-07-14T07:27:45.697+01:00Oh Lesley, I'm so sorry. What a terribly sad s...Oh Lesley, I'm so sorry. What a terribly sad situation. Hard for all concerned (so no need to make it harder on yourself by adding guilt to the mix, especially when it's obvious you help out a lot, and care so much for them both!). I hope you get the extra support you need soon. Hugs! xGabbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11903283714971109062noreply@blogger.com