/the-kindness-of-strangers/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-kindness-of-strangers Lecretia Seales believed ill people enduring intolerable suffering with no hope of recovery should have the choice to request assistance to end their lives. Mon, 21 Feb 2022 22:45:32 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.9 /the-kindness-of-strangers/#comment-920 Thu, 04 Jun 2015 21:20:36 +0000 /?p=348#comment-920 Thank you for the education. Well meaning people can not know without being taught. As an outsider, and bearing in mind I know nothing of her last moments, her fears of lacking dignity at her death can’t be further from the truth – she has come across as a very dignified person and so courageous too.

]]> /the-kindness-of-strangers/#comment-800 Wed, 03 Jun 2015 09:58:23 +0000 /?p=348#comment-800 all my love to you and family.my thoughts and prayers I say for you.stay strong for each other and love and talk to each other.i wish I could perform a miracle for you but I cannot.only say my prayers and hope he will hear me .god bless you xxxx

]]> /the-kindness-of-strangers/#comment-440 Sat, 23 May 2015 05:01:16 +0000 /?p=348#comment-440 Hi Lecretia, I belong to ChCh End of life Choice group. Absolutely convinced that New Zealanders should have the choice to end their lives if they have a terminal illness or have unrelenting, irreversible, unbearable pain. Everybody should be able to die comfortably and consciously. You will make this possible.I won’t forget you Lecretia. Big hugs. From Clare.

]]> /the-kindness-of-strangers/#comment-402 Wed, 20 May 2015 22:01:15 +0000 /?p=348#comment-402 Wonderfully written. Been following this blog and can see the commitment, dedication and love that Lecretia, Matt and your whole family and friends have for each other much beyond the case or the cancer and you are right that what you need to focus your limited energy and resource and time right now is on what matters. The knife-edge nerves and dread that come with a terminal illness are not what I would wish on anyone, having seen a family member go through that, and well-meaning but ill-informed advice can add to that. I think it’s time we learned how to just be – be supportive, be kind, be there.

]]> /the-kindness-of-strangers/#comment-393 Wed, 20 May 2015 10:55:25 +0000 /?p=348#comment-393 Yoka and I had the same issues during her illness, especially as it progressed. While being very well-meaning, a number of people suggested all sorts of alternatives including a doctor. Yoka got her hopes up over an alternative hyperthermia treatment in Germany so her sister travelled there to check the place out. Her recommendation was to stay well clear. It was a crushing blow after raised hopes and excitement. I’m glad you’re following the path you’ve chosen as time is now precious. Our oncologists in NZ are world class and will try everything they can that has been peer reviewed.

]]> /the-kindness-of-strangers/#comment-388 Wed, 20 May 2015 08:33:11 +0000 /?p=348#comment-388 Well written Matt. Having met you and Lecretia (I am the twins’ Great Aunt!) I have held your story and struggles close to my heart. I send you my love, and can see that you are both, through all of the challenges you’re facing, making a real difference in the world. You are in my prayers (ironically, seeings as I am an athiest!)

]]> /the-kindness-of-strangers/#comment-383 Wed, 20 May 2015 04:12:54 +0000 /?p=348#comment-383 People are very well-meaning and obviously coming from a place of love and concern for you both. However, everything you touched on Matt was valid and true. Enjoy every precious moment and use your combined energy to make each day as magical as it can be. Love will conquer all and buffer you against that which would try to knock you off your path. Only you know the correct path to follow, so go well in love together and may love keep you strong. xoxo

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