This is for anyone who can't keep on the topic. It's hard not to stray, but if we have 'no specific topic ' we can't go off topic.
It is good just to be able to wander and talk about other things.
I could have named it 'Waffle'. Then I couldn't go off topic.
Hi Gina
As we have all ready communicated I’ll keep this very brief!
RIP Richard
love and hugs to you and the family xxx
ps call if i can help in any way!
My dearest Gina
you are an amazing human being . You were a very open and honest lady who chose the path to ensure Richard was well cared for in his last days.
I hope you and your family take time to breathe knowing it was pain free and quick .
I personally want to thank you when I have been terrified at the unknown .
sending you and your girls huge hugs and hope you can take solace in knowing you did what many wouldn’t or couldn’t .
sending you lots of love
Liz & OH xxxx
I am sorry to hear this, however expected it might have been.
You have been an example to us all and your sense of duty has inspired me.
I hope that your future is now blessed with time to recover and to seek out the path with your partner that you have denied yourself until now.
Thank you for the example.
Steve
Changed, but not diminished.
Gina, so sad to hear the news about Richard. I know he's out of pain now.
I'm at a loss of what to say! I know you sacrificed a lot for Richard, and you were together for a long time.
There is a bright side at the end of this... you can finally begin with the rest of your life with your partner.
On Sunday morning, as soon as I saw the list of emails on 'No Specific Topic' I knew it was be about Richard. I haven't read any other posts yet! You are my main concern!!
Huge hugs from me and Tracey. Take care of yourself!
Steve (SteveCam)
Gina, I totally agree with Brian, and everyone else here in Macmillanland.
Moving on to the future - I wish you and your partner all the best and you will be very welcome any time you wish to return here - we will always be your Macmillan family.
Steve (SteveCam)
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