Both of my parents, in their mid eighties, have told me to “pull the plug” if they’re brain dead. Knowing that, I will not hesitate to do it if the decision is ever asked of me.
I am their only child and they’re divorced so it is my decision.
Hopefully Joan has given some direction to Melissa so the decision has already been talked about and easier to make.
Prayers for Joan’s recovery.
Hardest decision ever..I can’t imagine.
My parents nearing 80, they have both requested the same as yours.
I try to spend as much time as I can with them, you never know..
As for the oxygen thing, I’m sure they know..not to be harsh but if machines are keeping her alive, not looking good. She most likely will never wake up. If they start the morphine drip, it won’t be long.
Prayers for Joan & family. Melissa must be a wreck, I know I would be.
Knowing that, I will not hesitate to do it if the decision is ever asked of me.
...I consider myself blessed that I never had to make that decision...death came for my parents in their beds at home, each knowing full well what was happening, and cognizant up to almost the very end...