sad news--wife had stroke

Sadly, my wife of many years, who was already in poor health, just had a massive stroke. I sit with her in the hospital, but she does not wake up or respond, 8 days in now. Need hope...not knowing is so difficult. Thank you.

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Grateful4you · M

PLEASE! Disregard stories of other hospital visitors who may be trying to be a comfort by sharing their experience, of course they mean well and I applaud those who try and offer peace and hope...stories of spontaneous healing, and other stories meant to give comfort.

Many such stories are true and indeed, probably did happen, every event has it's own unique circumstances, it's own outcomes for whatever reasons. Just remain in the moment, loving the person in front of you and cherish the beautiful times spent together. Affirm your gratitude that this beloved person has been a part of your life and will remain so forever.

She may not wake up...she does hear, she knows your touch, Those eyes that have seen so much of you over the years,...see you still. Eyes open wide, or eyes tightly shut, either way, they can still search the room and see you still. She knows you as you know her, She is as the ocean, the tides reaching forth, then receding then back again, thus it goes, out and in. It's good. It is life. Sad news, Happy news...Embrace each breath, Celebrate the happy news Aho. Celebrate the life Aho✌️🏽

Docdon23 · M

@Grateful4you Thank you. This is helpful. And I agree with you. I know people are well-intentioned--but some say, "don't worry she will get better" do not know how she is doing at all. And yes, nature and life are vibrant and alive, but also include death of every living entity, and births of new ones...