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[@Jolamine]‍ There is no way I could even get my husband back to the UK,he is house bound and would not manage the aiorport or aircraft although I know it would make it easier for me I would not put him through all that.I have not quite made my mind up what I will do in the future,I will see how I feel when the time comes but I will probablly stay here.o

I do have a particular friend here whose husband died 6 years ago and I helped her with the nursing care as we lived close to one another.We have since moved to another town but keep in close contact by phone and are a 20min bus ride away,she is my rock at the moment as she understands what I'm going through.I am 78 but am strong in body and mind ( at the moment ) but the most difficult thing is to remain cheerful and optimistic around my husband and not let him see how I'm really feeling.

 

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    Hi Brianne,

    I can appreciate how difficult this might be.if he is already totally housebound. There are facilities to help people like your husband, such as an ambilift at the airport, so that there is no need for either of you to climb stairs. If arranged in advance, you can be met at the entry to the airport or at check-in and there are services to bring him to the plane. Have his doctors told him how long he is likely to have left?

    I am glad to hear that you do have one close friend to confide in and that, having been widowed herself, she will know and understand what you are going through. What a pity that you have moved away from her, but thank goodness for the telephone.

    Tryng to remain cheerful and optimistic around your husband will be very difficult. Do you manage to have a good cry from time to time? If so, don't stem your tears, let them flow, as they are a great stress reliever.

    I will continue to pray for you both. Please keep in touch as and when you can. We are always here for you.

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx