It feels like betrayal. I know it isn’t, but since I say Love is lovlier how could I?
Since Burt’s been bedbound, I felt it was time. Since he’s in such a decline, he couldn’t participate.
I met with his doctor to file a MOLST on his behalf. We also opted for a palliative approach to his care.
The MOLST is necessary. It’s the do not resuscitate order. If your darling is stuck in a degenerative neurological disease, you want this in place. You may want one of these for yourself too, btw.
It was a hard thing to sign. It’s posted on my fridge. It’s just in case. You know.
this is our life 