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I've been thinking about that for the past couple of months Joanne. I don't
want anyone sitting on a board decided my future to say "well, she's disabled
so let's pull the plug. She wouldn't want to live anyway." I do want to
live.
In a message dated 04/17/2001 12:42:03 AM Eastern Daylight Time,
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> Sounds like it's time to take legal action for yourself, Betty. Not a bad
> idea for any of us as a matter of fact. You need to set up directive that
> spells out what you want or don't want should you be unable to speak for
> yourself. Think really careful with this. Is a feeding tube Ok? How about a
> vent. How long would you tolerate these artificial aids to life. What is
> life worth living for you and what wouldn't be. I always thought a feeding
> tube was a horrible thing for a person to endure. Then Alex got one and he
> began to thrive and not just survive. My attitude changed there from
> experience. Then talk, talk,talk to everyone about your wishes. Tell your
> doctors and have it entered into your medical records. Tell your closest
> friends and family. WRITE IT DOWN and have it notarized.Make sure theirs
> know where that piece of paper can be found. Have a lawyer write up an
> advance directive.You can take control but it has to be now and not when a
> crisis is at hand and people are left guessing about your wishes.
> Joanne
Betty
aut viam inveniam aut faciam
"I will either find a way or make one."
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