Taipan wrote: Thu Feb 03, 2022 9:32 am
Academic now mind, as I arrived at step mothers this morning to find she has passed peacefully in the night. Just waiting on her GP to arrive and confirm in case it’s some sort of deep coma? I’m pleased she’s passed though. Bloody awful to see a human left like that!
gremlin wrote: Mon Feb 07, 2022 10:32 am
I'm currently sat in A+E having injured my right knee on Saturday night with a ill-judged attempt at limbo dancing.
Not my most dignified of moments, I will grant you.
Taipan wrote: Thu Feb 03, 2022 9:32 am
Is she assessed as in palliative care? You maybe able to get ccg funding for a night sitter or Marie cure might step in if prompted by district nurses? Also look into hospice at home but best to duscusss her palliative care with her GP, which you probably have, but I found it was only when I asked for help it was actually forthcoming.
Academic now mind, as I arrived at step mothers this morning to find she has passed peacefully in the night. Just waiting on her GP to arrive and confirm in case it’s some sort of deep coma? I’m pleased she’s passed though. Bloody awful to see a human left like that!
Condolences chap, to you and your family. A peaceful slipping away in the night is the best scenario in these circumstances. Hope you all get the space to share memories and sort through the legalities and so on. Blessings and peace.
Proverbs 17:9
One who forgives an affront fosters friendship, but one who dwells on disputes will alienate a friend.
Right now I have been writing a sermon for a wedding I'm taking this coming Saturday, but now I have to change gear and go and take a funeral at 2pm in a church and committal at the crematorium.
Proverbs 17:9
One who forgives an affront fosters friendship, but one who dwells on disputes will alienate a friend.
gremlin wrote: Mon Feb 07, 2022 10:32 am
I'm currently sat in A+E having injured my right knee on Saturday night with a ill-judged attempt at limbo dancing.
Official report confirms sprained tendon, no serious damage. Ice, anti-inflammatories and never to attempt limbo dancing again. The nurse practitioner was from Barbados and took great delight in hearing of my self-inflicted injury.
Is it just me who has noticed that every medical conversation includes the phrase, 'At your age' these days...?
the_priest wrote: Mon Feb 07, 2022 12:36 pm
Right now I have been writing a sermon for a wedding I'm taking this coming Saturday, but now I have to change gear and go and take a funeral at 2pm in a church and committal at the crematorium.
As of last year my Mother Inlaw can do Humanist Funerals, Weddings and i think Christenings. Its not bad pocket money for her
Skub wrote: Mon Feb 07, 2022 2:45 pm
I've just been told my Da has tested positive for Covid. Being an already frail and unvaccinated 94 y/o I can't see this going well.
Our conservatory is leaking, the last rain was 24hrs ago and it's decided to start dripping now.
"Of all the stories you told me, which ones were true and which ones weren't?"
"My dear Doctor, they're all true."
"Even the lies?"
"Especially the lies."
the_priest wrote: Mon Feb 07, 2022 12:36 pm
Right now I have been writing a sermon for a wedding I'm taking this coming Saturday, but now I have to change gear and go and take a funeral at 2pm in a church and committal at the crematorium.
As of last year my Mother Inlaw can do Humanist Funerals, Weddings and i think Christenings. Its not bad pocket money for her
I don't get paid for doing them at all. But that is not why I do them.
Proverbs 17:9
One who forgives an affront fosters friendship, but one who dwells on disputes will alienate a friend.
the_priest wrote: Mon Feb 07, 2022 12:36 pm
Right now I have been writing a sermon for a wedding I'm taking this coming Saturday, but now I have to change gear and go and take a funeral at 2pm in a church and committal at the crematorium.
As of last year my Mother Inlaw can do Humanist Funerals, Weddings and i think Christenings. Its not bad pocket money for her
I don't get paid for doing them at all. But that is not why I do them.
I don't get paid for doing them at all. But that is not why I do them.
Free buffet at the wake.?
Sadly not. Priests are very seldom invited to the wake or wedding receptions now... I will only go to one where I have known the deceased or wedding couple.
Proverbs 17:9
One who forgives an affront fosters friendship, but one who dwells on disputes will alienate a friend.
I lost mum 6 year ago when she was only 63. Aneurism.
Brain was completely dead, but had to wait a painful 2 weeks for the body to give up while not hooked up to life support. Most painful thing I have ever seen.
Just this year Australia have now passed the law for VAD. I wish we had that option back then.
This subject will probably spark an argument, but I'm ready for the opinions.
Known as 10 second Tommy (which has nothing to do with drag racing)
Also 2 stroke Tommy (which has nothing to do with motorcycles)
DW, you’ll get no argument from me. My Dad was 6 weeks on life support following a cancer op, he always made me promise not to leave him on a machine. I still feel guilty 21 years later, even though there was nothing I could do.
Taipan, really sorry mate, hope you and the family are all ok.
Mick
the_priest wrote: Mon Feb 07, 2022 12:36 pm
Right now I have been writing a sermon for a wedding I'm taking this coming Saturday, but now I have to change gear and go and take a funeral at 2pm in a church and committal at the crematorium.
As of last year my Mother Inlaw can do Humanist Funerals, Weddings and i think Christenings. Its not bad pocket money for her
I don't get paid for doing them at all. But that is not why I do them.
You might not get extra, but your boss (or should I say line manager ) certainly does.
Taipan wrote: Thu Feb 03, 2022 9:32 am
Is she assessed as in palliative care? You maybe able to get ccg funding for a night sitter or Marie cure might step in if prompted by district nurses? Also look into hospice at home but best to duscusss her palliative care with her GP, which you probably have, but I found it was only when I asked for help it was actually forthcoming.
Academic now mind, as I arrived at step mothers this morning to find she has passed peacefully in the night. Just waiting on her GP to arrive and confirm in case it’s some sort of deep coma? I’m pleased she’s passed though. Bloody awful to see a human left like that!
Sorry for your loss Taipan and @Skub I hope it goes as well as it can.
"Of all the stories you told me, which ones were true and which ones weren't?"
"My dear Doctor, they're all true."
"Even the lies?"
"Especially the lies."
Taipan wrote: Thu Feb 03, 2022 9:32 am
Is she assessed as in palliative care? You maybe able to get ccg funding for a night sitter or Marie cure might step in if prompted by district nurses? Also look into hospice at home but best to duscusss her palliative care with her GP, which you probably have, but I found it was only when I asked for help it was actually forthcoming.
Academic now mind, as I arrived at step mothers this morning to find she has passed peacefully in the night. Just waiting on her GP to arrive and confirm in case it’s some sort of deep coma? I’m pleased she’s passed though. Bloody awful to see a human left like that!
I've only just seen this Taipan. So sorry to hear about your loss and glad that your step mother passed away in peace
As my Mum is now having palliative care it is all free however they cannot provide night time or respite care and I believe this may be a bit of a postcode lottery. I was told that my Mum's care package would put out to tender (though that's not the term they used) and if an agency can provide it they will. As of yet, none of them can. I'm just filling in a form now for the Emergency Back-up Scheme for Carers which will provide full time care for my Mum if something was to happen to me (sickness etc) which is better than nothing.
Back home from doing a funeral visit which included Holy Communion. What a privilege to be with people in their grief and walking with them through the memories of their loved ones. It was a good visit and ended with a quiet prayer and a hug. They were married for over 60 years. I came home quiet and reflective and have typed up the order of service and all my notes.
Proverbs 17:9
One who forgives an affront fosters friendship, but one who dwells on disputes will alienate a friend.
I'm on a day off. I've just had a bacon sarnie. It's snowing (although less so than at 8am!) and I'm contemplating going out to ski in falling snow for the first time in about ten years!!
I just don't - lack of visibility, lack of confidence and lack of skill. But, I've worked hard on the last two, so best see if I can deal with the first now!!
Life is for living. Buy the shoes. Eat the cake. Ride the bikes. Just, ride the bikes!!
) certainly does.
