Today's Court of Opinion
Was it time or did someone help...27 total reviews
Comment from Carol Hillebrenner
Man, this is a tough one to read and I'm sure it was hard for you to write. Early humor helped, but ultimately it was to end in sorrow. Remembering the hideous years of my mother's decline and how she could not die, I've begged my family to find a way to end my life before I end up like her and her sisters.
reply by the author on 26-May-2021
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Man, this is a tough one to read and I'm sure it was hard for you to write. Early humor helped, but ultimately it was to end in sorrow. Remembering the hideous years of my mother's decline and how she could not die, I've begged my family to find a way to end my life before I end up like her and her sisters.
Comment Written 26-May-2021
reply by the author on 26-May-2021
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I hope I go to sleep and never have to say goodbye ...If you loved me, you'll have been by my side already... As you can see by the picture, Mike was happy. I believe the Dr. jumped the gun because of medicare. Thanks for the review. Smiles, Carol
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I think you are probably right about the medicare angle but a diabetic friend of mine was having parts subtracted one after another and lost any quality of life.
Comment from Raffaelina Lowcock
What a wonderful job you have done here with this court of opinion. I love the way you chose your characters and described their assets. Your Dr.
Darkness was everything you indicated. Full of himself and into euthanasia. Too bad you didn't sue him. He did not come across as a caring doctor. I don't know what I would have done in that situation.
A very well-written true and very sad story.
Ralf
reply by the author on 26-May-2021
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What a wonderful job you have done here with this court of opinion. I love the way you chose your characters and described their assets. Your Dr.
Darkness was everything you indicated. Full of himself and into euthanasia. Too bad you didn't sue him. He did not come across as a caring doctor. I don't know what I would have done in that situation.
A very well-written true and very sad story.
Ralf
Comment Written 26-May-2021
reply by the author on 26-May-2021
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My compassionate friend... I chose you well. I honestly do believe he unplugged Mike and sent him into a coma because of the medicare stuff... By the time, I could function enough to care my family wanted me to leave it alone. Mike's daughters had moved on from his death. I guess God will determine the outcome in the end. Thanks, Ralf. Smiles, Carol
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I must thank you for your kind compliment.
Ralf
Comment from Erika Seshadri
This is absolutely heartbreaking. According to the evidence provided, it very much sounds like Dr. Darkness took matters into his own hands. My husband is a cardiologist, and he would say, "as long as the patient does not have a DNR order, it is up to the doctors to do everything they can to prolong life and offer treatment according to the patient's wishes." Dr. Darkness sounds like he needs to be investigated.
reply by the author on 26-May-2021
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This is absolutely heartbreaking. According to the evidence provided, it very much sounds like Dr. Darkness took matters into his own hands. My husband is a cardiologist, and he would say, "as long as the patient does not have a DNR order, it is up to the doctors to do everything they can to prolong life and offer treatment according to the patient's wishes." Dr. Darkness sounds like he needs to be investigated.
Comment Written 26-May-2021
reply by the author on 26-May-2021
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Thanks Erika... When I let my mind go back to that day... I believe he took matters into his own hands. I went into a bad place unable to function... something I have never ever done with all the tragedies in my life. Now it nags at me but I tell myself that God will be his Judge, not me. Thanks for the review, for the outstanding friendship you always offer me and for the glittering stars. Smiles, Carol
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
You did a great job, Carol, with an emotionally charged piece. I know from reading your earlier entries how much you and Mike loved each other. I commend you for staying by his side throughout his health issues. I believe that Doctor (?) Darkness was callous, rude, and many other adjectives that fit his disregard for patients. Perhaps the Hippocratic Oath slipped his mind. I'm sorry for your loss, but know that you did everything above and beyond regardless of the stupidity of that DD. Mike was a fighter or he wouldn't have come through the many serious health issues. Yes, he was because YOU gave him your strength.
Though I'm not on the jury, I find DD to have acted improperly.
Thanks for sharing.
Respectfully, Jan
reply by the author on 26-May-2021
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You did a great job, Carol, with an emotionally charged piece. I know from reading your earlier entries how much you and Mike loved each other. I commend you for staying by his side throughout his health issues. I believe that Doctor (?) Darkness was callous, rude, and many other adjectives that fit his disregard for patients. Perhaps the Hippocratic Oath slipped his mind. I'm sorry for your loss, but know that you did everything above and beyond regardless of the stupidity of that DD. Mike was a fighter or he wouldn't have come through the many serious health issues. Yes, he was because YOU gave him your strength.
Though I'm not on the jury, I find DD to have acted improperly.
Thanks for sharing.
Respectfully, Jan
Comment Written 26-May-2021
reply by the author on 26-May-2021
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I thank you for your kindness and understanding. I believe (because I must) that Dr. Darkness will face God someday and answer for what he did. As for Mike, I know he is in a better place and doesn't have to deal with the pain and anxiety anymore. Thank you...smiles, Carol
Comment from Bill Schott
This piece, Today's Court of Opinion, fortunately already has a jury assigned and a judge. Citing only the facts that I learned while moving my brother into hospice, once the insurance company is informed that the patient won't recover with additional medical care, it's over for the hospital. Hospice then takes over with the goal to comfort the dying patient until the end. Sad but true.
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reply by the author on 26-May-2021
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This piece, Today's Court of Opinion, fortunately already has a jury assigned and a judge. Citing only the facts that I learned while moving my brother into hospice, once the insurance company is informed that the patient won't recover with additional medical care, it's over for the hospital. Hospice then takes over with the goal to comfort the dying patient until the end. Sad but true.
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Comment Written 26-May-2021
reply by the author on 26-May-2021
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Thanks Bill. I know he's in a better place and he's without pain, but now and then my addled brain begins to wonder what if... Today was one of those days. thanks for the kindness and the review. Smiles, Carol
Comment from royowen
I have to like this one, as the "Judge" I'd have to say that God koniws what he's doing, and in time He'll know what happened concerning Mike. I've learnt through many resistant battles, to trust God, His plans, although making no sense at the time of tragedy become manifest in purpose. I think the man who lost so much, knew, the one who wrote, "it is well with my soul"...trust God, spend this life trusting Him. And one day...beautifully and inclusively written Carol. Great job, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 26-May-2021
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I have to like this one, as the "Judge" I'd have to say that God koniws what he's doing, and in time He'll know what happened concerning Mike. I've learnt through many resistant battles, to trust God, His plans, although making no sense at the time of tragedy become manifest in purpose. I think the man who lost so much, knew, the one who wrote, "it is well with my soul"...trust God, spend this life trusting Him. And one day...beautifully and inclusively written Carol. Great job, blessings Roy
Comment Written 26-May-2021
reply by the author on 26-May-2021
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The majority of the time, I understand that God was with us regardless of how or who made the decision...Once in a while, my saddle brain short circuits, and I begin to wonder what if... now what good does that do, right? I thought if I wrote and thought of all the friends I have acquired... I would see that it doesn't matter. I can lean on them and move forward. Yes, if it is true...Dr. Darkness will face God for his decisions, not me. Smiles, Carol
Your shiny stars and kind words brighten my day. thanks for always being my friend.
Comment from tfawcus
Such a well-chosen judge and jury. Your short pen pictures are a delight. They capture so much of the essence of the people involved. I have been touched by the humanity of them all.
I am glad not to have been placed in a position to pass judgement. However, I hope you will accept my heartfelt condolences for the passing of Mike.
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reply by the author on 26-May-2021
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Such a well-chosen judge and jury. Your short pen pictures are a delight. They capture so much of the essence of the people involved. I have been touched by the humanity of them all.
I am glad not to have been placed in a position to pass judgement. However, I hope you will accept my heartfelt condolences for the passing of Mike.
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Comment Written 26-May-2021
reply by the author on 26-May-2021
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Thank you so much for your kindness. sometimes old memories just won't leave me alone...this was one of them and I thought if I wrote it down, it might help to let it go. thanks again...Smiles, Carol