Words for a Special Friend

@CarolDM (203396)

Nashville, Tennessee

July 9, 2021 11:37am CST

My friend's husband has bone cancer. I have talked about this earlier. They were Dustin's Godparents. He is now home on hospice. Cannot tolerate the chemo treatments. Nothing left to do. His wife is very thankful to have him home. But also realizes she is slowly losing him. We face time often. He was able to get out of the bed a few days ago for the first time. But of course he is very weak. He told me he is enjoying his wife's cooking. I can hear the weakness in his voice. I found this small journal the other day. And the words were perfect. The inside also says exactly how I feel about both of them. She received it today and was in tears. Happy tears to be reminded she is not alone. Kindness goes a long way in life.

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@DocAndersen (54399)

• United States

10 Jul 21

that is amazing. I love the many adages about friends, but I'd never heard that one!!!!

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

10 Jul 21

Thanks! They have become family over the years. The words make sense.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

10 Jul 21

She thought so too, she was happy. That made me happy.

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@DocAndersen (54399)

• United States

10 Jul 21

@CarolDM i love them! it is the perfect thing to give!

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@S4mmyboy (3266)

• Mumbai, India

9 Jul 21

Well so nice of you. .....sometimes such small things also mean a lot.. You emotionally touched her

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

9 Jul 21

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

9 Jul 21

Thank you! She called to let me know she received and was very happy.

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@S4mmyboy (3266)

• Mumbai, India

9 Jul 21

@CarolDM very nice... Keep the friendship going

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@rebelann (117233)

• El Paso, Texas

10 Jul 21

I'm so sorry for your friends and for you as well, these kinds of things are so hard on people.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

10 Jul 21

Thanks. It is a diffucult time for all of us. They are my family.

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@rebelann (117233)

• El Paso, Texas

10 Jul 21

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@RebeccasFarm (91297)

• United States

12 Jul 21

Again so very sorry to hear this misfortune

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@RebeccasFarm (91297)

• United States

12 Jul 21

@CarolDM Welcome

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

12 Jul 21

Thank you for your kind words.

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@MarshaMusselman (38865)

• Midland, Michigan

9 Jul 21

Kindness does go a long way. Sorry that he couldn't tolerate the chemo and that he's not doing great. You found a great card for them both.

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@MarshaMusselman (38865)

• Midland, Michigan

9 Jul 21

@CarolDM oh, I didn't quite understand. Still that's nice to do that.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

9 Jul 21

Thanks! It is a small journal for her.

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@Rashnag (30597)

• Surat, India

10 Jul 21

Sorry to hear. Good you are there for them. Have a good day

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@Rashnag (30597)

• Surat, India

11 Jul 21

@CarolDM your welcome dear

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

10 Jul 21

Thanks!

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@snowy22315 (208926)

• United States

9 Jul 21

I am sure your love and support means a lot.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

9 Jul 21

She called and told me just those words.

@prinzcy (32299)

• Malaysia

10 Jul 21

A simple gesture like that is enough sometimes. At least she knows she's not alone.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

10 Jul 21

She really liked it.

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@vandana7 (102698)

• India

9 Jul 21

Yes, I read that post, and this post tells me that it is tough to face the fact that the person will not be around for much longer. Very tough for wife who not only will lose her husband, but will also be alone in future. Friends can help to cover some of that loneliness and give her strength to cope with the crisis, as you all are doing. I can only pray and hope for some miracle from my saint, Sai Baba.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

9 Jul 21

Thank you! You are exactly right. We are all suffering.

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@jstory07 (148734)

• Roseburg, Oregon

9 Jul 21

They bare lucky to have you as a good friend.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

9 Jul 21

We are lucky to have each other for sure.

@wolfgirl569 (135770)

• Marion, Ohio

10 Jul 21

That is very sweet.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

10 Jul 21

Thanks! They are my family.

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@sallypup (69176)

• Centralia, Washington

9 Jul 21

That was wonderful of you. This time is tough on everybody. Many hugs from me.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

9 Jul 21

She got it today, called me in tears, happy tears she said. Thank you for the hugs. Much needed.

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@LindaOHio (222417)

• United States

10 Jul 21

I am so sorry that there is nothing to be done for him. You made a wonderful gesture of friendship. Take care. My thoughts and prayers for them and you.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

10 Jul 21

Thank you for your support. So sad, it has happened so quickly. They are my family. Appreciate you.

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Asmit kumar pandey

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10 Jul 21

how nice you are....

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

10 Jul 21

Thanks! We are like family.

@prashu228 (37518)

• India

9 Jul 21

so sad ..for her..and the family.. love the post ..yes God don't want us to be alone..

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

9 Jul 21

Thanks!

@Juliaacv (56257)

• Canada

9 Jul 21

That is perfect. This must be so difficult on you as well, you are such a sweet and dear friend to them.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

9 Jul 21

Thanks! It is heartbreaking to be honest. He has always been a big strong man, full of laughter. His smile lights up a room.

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@marlina (154103)

• Canada

9 Jul 21

Love the thought posted

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

9 Jul 21

She loved it as well.

@marlina (154103)

• Canada

9 Jul 21

So sad! Glad that they have a good friend in you Carol!

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

9 Jul 21

Thanks! We have been friends for many many years.

@RasmaSandra (98004)

• Daytona Beach, Florida

10 Jul 21

Those certainly are wonderful and heartwarming words, I will put him in my prayers,

@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

10 Jul 21

Thanks! And her as well.

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