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« on: March 11, 2012, 04:34:28 PM »

 I have not posted on here in awhile, my fiance Jack who I was with for 26 years passed on 1/13/2012.  The last six months of his life were very difficult, he got an infection in his foot lost June, and they had to amputate his toe, and he seemed to spiral downward after that.  He was in the hospital every month, and I feel that he was just done with all of it, and could not go on any longer.  I spent most of the time running to work, and running to the hospital.  He was losing weight, and when he passed, he only weighed 127, and that was the smallest he had ever been since I have known him. During the last two months, he was unable to drive his truck, and could not even get in a a passenger. He could barely walk, and was losing the function of his hands and arms, and kept having breathing problems, due to fluid in his lungs.  I know he is in a better place now, and is resting, free from illness, but my heart is broken, and I still cannot figure out to do with myself. 
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« Reply #1 on: March 11, 2012, 04:37:26 PM »
oh no!  I am so very, very sorry.  How much suffering he endured!  I am so glad you posted about this; we understand the pain you must be feeling after losing your fiance of so many years.  I wish we could be there to help you, but we are HERE. :grouphug;
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« Reply #2 on: March 11, 2012, 05:04:27 PM »
I am very sorry to hear this.
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« Reply #3 on: March 11, 2012, 05:09:10 PM »
I'm sorry to hear this.  You need to take care of you.  Jack is in a much better place.

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« Reply #4 on: March 11, 2012, 05:26:26 PM »
 :cuddle; Big HUG for you tee. I am so sorry about Jack. Poor guy, he had tough time. And I know it's hard on you. Please come back and talk, vent, cry, whatever - we're here if you need us.
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« Reply #5 on: March 11, 2012, 05:37:39 PM »
I am so sorry to hear.  You are both in my thoughts and prayers.
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« Reply #6 on: March 11, 2012, 05:44:18 PM »
Thank you to all, I know you all understand about Kidney disease, and what a toll it takes on the body, and how rough the Dialysis can be for some people.  Not all understand this, and I have heard many comments that they never thought he was so sick.  So I am glad this site is here.
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« Reply #7 on: March 11, 2012, 05:58:58 PM »
 :cuddle; Thinking of you. 
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« Reply #8 on: March 11, 2012, 06:07:11 PM »
Please accept my condolences Tee.
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« Reply #9 on: March 11, 2012, 06:44:41 PM »
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« Reply #10 on: March 11, 2012, 09:20:07 PM »
I am so sorry for your loss  :grouphug;
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« Reply #11 on: March 12, 2012, 06:58:27 AM »
My condolences Tee. As has been said, Jack is in a better place, free from pain and worry.
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« Reply #12 on: March 12, 2012, 07:24:28 AM »
Tee,

I am so very sorry for your loss. Take it easy...it's a very hard road ahead for you.

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« Reply #13 on: March 12, 2012, 08:54:16 AM »
Thank you for the update and I am so sorry for your loss. It is so hard to say goodbye , especially to a loved on.
I am sending prayers and good thought your way,

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« Reply #14 on: March 12, 2012, 09:42:55 AM »
Oh, such devastating news. I am truly sorry. Peace and love to you and your precious Jack.
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« Reply #15 on: March 12, 2012, 01:03:48 PM »
 So sorry to hear about you losing Jack. His pain is over his battle won. Now is the time for you to keep moving and keep your mind occupied. This won't stop the pain but maybe make it just a little easier to deal with. My heart goes out to you and prayers will be sent up for you. God Bless you and keep you, Bill    :grouphug; :grouphug; :grouphug;
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« Reply #16 on: March 13, 2012, 04:25:09 AM »
So sorry for your loss, Tee.   :grouphug;
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« Reply #17 on: March 13, 2012, 04:46:10 AM »
How very sad, Tee...

Sincere sympathies...

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« Reply #18 on: March 13, 2012, 07:23:17 PM »
This is so difficult to hear Tee.  Please keep in touch with us!  Let us know how you are doing and coping with his passing.  It hurts so much to hear this.  Jack IS without the pain, he is at peace now!  Take care of yourself and we are here for you, whenever you need to talk!

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« Reply #19 on: March 13, 2012, 07:36:43 PM »
I'm so sorry that you lost Jack, Tee.  :cuddle;

I know this is a hard time for you and I wish there were more we could do to help.

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« Reply #20 on: March 13, 2012, 10:32:55 PM »
I know how you feel,i to just lost someone,my husband of 35yrs just passed from kidney disease and dialysis.on march 4th 2012.i took care of him so i also dont know what to do with myself          sherri
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« Reply #21 on: March 14, 2012, 01:10:18 AM »
My sympathies to both Tee and Wackywixo on your losses. Not knowing what to do with yourselves is a reflection on your care and concern for your loved ones. As others have said, now is the time to take care of yourselves. Wishing you strength and courage!
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« Reply #22 on: March 14, 2012, 05:59:23 AM »
I am feeling, and thinking of you both, and I hope all previous suggestions will help a bit.

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« Reply #23 on: March 14, 2012, 03:53:01 PM »
So sorry tee (and wackywixo).

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« Reply #24 on: March 14, 2012, 04:05:36 PM »
Tee,

I'm  so  sorry  for your loss.

Hugs  and  prayers  for you!!!!!!!!
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