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by mi30kaja 10 Feb 2012 ( edited Feb 14'12 02:53 )
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My MIL (95and a half) broke her hip last Monday. She had an operation on Tuesday and was coming on really well, but today heard from my SIL to say she has gone downhill since last night and is refusing to take food and medication. It is now just a waiting game. Think she wants to join her late husband and her two sons.

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by aleene 10 Feb 2012
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So sorry to hear that. hope she is resting and not in pain. Prayers sent up for your family.
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by capoodle 10 Feb 2012
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This is a difficult time for the family. Sending prayers.
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by christracey 10 Feb 2012
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That's not good to hear. It is a big operation to get over & may seem to difficult for her. I hope she picks up & gets over it alright. I can also understand the thought of having enough.....Sending prayers for her & the rest of the family that she comes through this ordeal.
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by ansalu 10 Feb 2012
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That's not easy for the family to let her go. For me it would be terrible to outlive my children. Wish you strengh for this time...
Greetings, Bettina
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by pennifold 10 Feb 2012
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Dear Lyn,

At 95 and a half she may be ready to leave her earthly body. I know what you are going through - my Dad did this - he just refused to eat and drink. Time heals everything though. Love to you and the family Chris
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by lidiad 10 Feb 2012
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Sorry about your MIL. Prayers and hugs to her and you. Lidia
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by judybell 10 Feb 2012
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Sorry to hear that your MIL is not doing well. My grandparents lived to be 97 and they did the same thing. I guess they just get so tired that leaving this earth is most everyones wish. Will be praying for her and her family. Hugs, Judy
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by grandmamek 10 Feb 2012
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Dear Lyn, I am sure she is in a great amount of pain. It must be difficult for her to comprehend recovery. As Chris said at 95 1/2 she might be ready to leave her earthly home. My dad lived to be 96 and he did the same refusing food and meds. May God provide comfort for you and your family. Hugs, Mary
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by theduchess 10 Feb 2012
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Sending prayers.
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by oaro 10 Feb 2012
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sorry to hear Sending prayer to her.Maria
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by devon 11 Feb 2012
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Sending out prayers for your family. DeVon
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by crafter2243 11 Feb 2012
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I am so sad. I think you may be right. Loosing 2 sons and husband has to be an awful burden to bare. Keeping her and the family in my prayers. Angie
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by cherylgauteng 11 Feb 2012
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I cannot imagine the pain her heart and her body is going through. Maybe she would rather go to the other side ? My best wishes for those that she leaves behind.
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by almag 11 Feb 2012
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Hi Lyn, it's such a big operation from which to recover at any age. Your MIL knows her dear family is waiting for her and in her heart she might have been longing for that reunion for a long time.
I do hope she isn't in a lot of pain and that she is having the very best of care and attention.
AlmaG.
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by mi30kaja 12 Feb 2012
It will be 5 years next Wednesday since John left us. I am wondering if she realises. Apparently he was her favorite son.
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by eyeztodiefor10 12 Feb 2012
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Surgery takes it's toll on a young person and really hits the elderly harder. You may be right about her wanting to just give up. That's up to the Good Lord right now. Sending prayers for her and the family that things will work out.God bless you,
Me
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by mi30kaja 12 Feb 2012
Thank You. There is still no change.
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by shirlener88 12 Feb 2012
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Oh lyn, this must be a difficult time - that is exactly what happens - especially with a broken hip - they are so painful and the refusing of food - is their way to let go - preparing the body to leave - it sounds so harse - but so very true. I will be praying for acceptance of God's will for you and the family.
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by tracypullen 14 Feb 2012
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I kept my granny for 9 years. It was the heardest, stressful, toughest, most wonderful and rewarding time of my life. My husband and son have done and seen things that they should have never had to do or see. In the end we were sad for our loss and joyfull for her release. Hugs and blessings for you and your family. Be with her and comfort her as best you can.
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by jrob 14 Feb 2012
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Lyn I'm so sorry. She must be so very tired of all of the hospitals and pain here. I pray that if it is her time, that she passes softly and surrounded by love.
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by mi30kaja 15 Feb 2012
My MIL passed last Monday. Funeral is Friday.