Lovely morning chit chat thread - April 2026

 Susan13 Thank you so much for sharing this with us, that is not an easy decision to make but I am sure you have made the right one for you. 

I’m so sorry that things have taken this turn. Choosing hospice is such a personal and courageous decision, and it sounds like you’re focusing on what matters most to you, being present, finding moments of peace, and spending time with the people you love.

Please know we’re here with you, whatever you need, for as long as you’re able to be here. You are not alone in this.

Dear Susan, it is with a heavy heart that I have been reading your post. Your courage is shining through your words. I shall keep you and your loved ones in my thoughts. As the others have been saying, we are here for each other in good and bad times. All my love to you 

Angie and Lilly xx

Oh Susan, I am so sorry you have to go to hospice care. I hope you are comfortable, able to relax , and spending quality time with your loved ones . We are all here for you. Xx

I am sorry to hear this Susan13  and I know it’s been difficult for you for some time. I am sure the hospice will take very good care of you and I hope you can be as comfortable as possible. 

Hi Susan, I am very sorry that you had to share this news with us. I am sure that the hospice care will enable to enjoy your present priorities in peace and comfort. It was a very brave decision to make which I personally greatly admire. Do keep in touch.

Susan I am sorry that you had such devastating news and had to enter the hospice.  I went to our local hospice last week for a visit for the first time.  I was surprised how beautiful and tranquil the gardens were, so peaceful.  I hope yours is the same.  I admire your courage and as the others say we are here for you.

Lee xx

Morning TVman, not so sure that he would enjoy the long journey to cut your extensive grass . He and his partner are no spring chickens either. I much appreciate his kindness in cutting my grass for me. I help a lot with their form fillings and corresponding for them. They are lovely and very kind hearted,  but not very competent with either the internet nor applications etc. and they know I keep everything confidential between us. Hope you and Mrs TVman are doing ok. Loved the photo of Dennis .  Have a good day, hug from 

Angie and Lilly xx 

Dear Susan,

Sending you hugs from Ireland. 

It sounds like you have taken a brave and good decision. I will be thinking of you and imagining you enjoying these days to the full. You give me courage.

Susan,

I'm so incredibly sorry to hear about you entering hospice, but your strength and courage is truly beyond words. Spending time with your loved ones, and enjoying things that bring you joy will help in so many ways as you focus on being as comfortable as possible during this time. Keeping you and your loved ones in my thoughts and we're all here for you.

~Stacy

Hospice in the US is generally done at home. I have 24/7 access to a nurse and visits 4 times a week but much of the burden may fall on the family. 

It is a blessing to be home.

I am still independent enough to not be a huge burden on my husband. When I lose that I plan to refuse TPN which will take me very quickly since it is my only source of nutrition and the vast majority of my water intake. If I become incompetent, my instructions are to stop the TPN. I think I've arranged this to minimize impact on my husband. He isn't happy about it but he understands. 

Also my husband's job has granted him permission to work from home during this time. I had been afraid it would bankrupt us if he had to take unpaid leave. So my main reservations about hospice has been resolved and now I am ready. 

The courage I see in each and every one of you inspires me so much. I will stay as active as I can.