Fusia
Distinguished member
- Joined
- Oct 26, 2019
- Messages
- 150
- Reason
- PALS
- Diagnosis
- 08/2019
- Country
- US
- State
- MT
- City
- Big sky country
After a lot of introspection over the last few weeks, I have come to realize there is no more benefit to me in my struggle against ALS - my life these days could really be called breathing rather than living. This is not how I want to live my life. I have decided that I will take my prescribed aid in dying medication tomorrow.
Even though this has been a very difficult three years for me, I have learned a lot and have grown as a person. I've learned to accept help more readily and I believe I have become more patient, empathetic, and kind. I have realized what a great life I have had - a wonderful family, a good education, a successful career, a happy marriage, opportunities to travel the world, and many friends who I love (and who love me). I am a lucky person! I am very comfortable with this final decision and I have no fear about what may (or may not be) beyond this life on earth.
I want to thank everyone here for your boundless support and encouragement. I couldn't have done this without you all.
Even though this has been a very difficult three years for me, I have learned a lot and have grown as a person. I've learned to accept help more readily and I believe I have become more patient, empathetic, and kind. I have realized what a great life I have had - a wonderful family, a good education, a successful career, a happy marriage, opportunities to travel the world, and many friends who I love (and who love me). I am a lucky person! I am very comfortable with this final decision and I have no fear about what may (or may not be) beyond this life on earth.
I want to thank everyone here for your boundless support and encouragement. I couldn't have done this without you all.