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Dying with dignity
I'm not around MM too much these days, but I thought I'd share a sweet and inspirational story. Randy is in his last few days on this earth, recently diagnosed with stage4 pancreatic cancer which quickly spread throughout his body. He has been a much beloved and respected friend, part of a thriving community living together up on a beautiful property in the Santa Cruz Mts. In his final days, he's spoken of wanting to die with dignity, and that he wanted his passing to be more of an inspiration to the children in his community, not just a sad thing. He's been surrounded by friends and family, and even though he's in extreme pain, his smile and his warm heart shine on. This is a photo taken just today. The dog is not his by "ownership" but they have been best buddies for a long while and he has not left Randy's side the past few days.  Blessings to Randy. You have given AND received a lot of love in your life... a life well lived. Jun 17 14 09:00 am Link I wish him well and hope he goes easy into that dark night. Jun 17 14 09:03 am Link I'm truly very sorry skydancer. Jun 17 14 09:29 am Link My father also died from Pancreatic cancer. He was gone 3 months after it was discovered. Jun 17 14 09:38 am Link Ugh cancer...pancreatic is the worst because it is diagnosed in the late stages leaving a person without much time left at all.  Jun 17 14 09:40 am Link May he pass in peace and surrounded by friends and that wonderful doggy. My Grandmother wanted a party to celebrate her death when it came, not a sad funeral. She passed unexpectedly in her sleep. She still had long (very long) hair... past her waist. Sometimes she would let it down and parade around the house to the excitement of us grand children. She was quite something. So many stories to tell. Here is a quick one to cheer up the thread. She worked at Fortnum and Mason a very posh high end department store in London. She was responsible for lost and found among other things. They found a bag and there was a sherbet candy in it. It's a white powdered candy with a licorice stick in it. Being obsessed with sherbet she and here office co worker decided they deserved a little treat and ate some. Turned out to be a hallucinogenic drug. They were found wondering around the store asking where the king and queen were and trying on flamboyant cloths..... she was such blast. Again my best wishes to you friend. You must take the dog to where your friend will be buried or where his ashes will be spread, Dogs are far ore spiritual than one would imagine. Jun 17 14 09:43 am Link Jerry Nemeth wrote: My mother too. Jun 17 14 09:45 am Link May he get his wish and pass in peace and as an inspiration to those around him. Sorry for the loss to you and your community, it sounds as though he'll leave his mark in a positive way. Jun 17 14 10:23 am Link Fred Greissing wrote: You know funny you say that. Jun 17 14 07:31 pm Link I've heard quite a few similar stories. Jun 17 14 11:51 pm Link Dogs can smell the cancer. They know one of "their pack" is about to die. Dogs morn and cry in their own way. My mother had pancreatic cancer. She was on some very good pain killers so most of the time she was out. She went very suddenly. My condolences for your loss. A portal we all must pass thru. Jun 18 14 02:52 am Link 
Photographer Posts: 4288 Amundsen-Scott - permanent station of the US, Unclaimed Sector, Antarctica Skydancer Photos wrote: This sums it up. He has obviously been an important person in yours, and others, lives. Warmest vibes... Jun 18 14 05:53 am Link Here's hoping Randy passes softly, and his good buddy is able to recover after his loss . . . SOS Jun 18 14 06:56 am Link Thanks to everyone for the kind words. Randy earned them, even from strangers. He's still with us. Who knows for how much longer? Here's another photo that a friend posted on FB. Stormy is a rescue cat who was brought to the land to live with the community. He's a big sweetheart. Sweet moment.  Jun 18 14 07:42 am Link Skydancer Photos wrote: Big hugs and love, with kindness and appreciation for Randy. Jun 18 14 02:09 pm Link Dark Magus wrote: This is true. They've actually been used to detect early cancers. Jun 18 14 06:17 pm Link Pancreatic cancer is really one of the worst... very painful, and rarely caught early enough to do anything about. If that ever happened to me, I would hope they let me say my good-byes, and then snow me into oblivion 24/7 until my body gives in. Agony over time is no way to die. Jun 19 14 05:55 am Link Respect. Jun 19 14 11:35 am Link This is a wonderful image. I am sure you will cherish it. xo. My grandfather passed from the same disease. When the person is out of pain it is a blessing. It is great you caught Randy's smile. Hugs to you and your family. Animals are the best. They give us comfort beyond words. Just saw the image with the cat as well. They just know. Jun 19 14 12:12 pm Link |
