My dear wife Joyce slipped into a coma

[Karen G]

So sorry to read this, Greg. I'll be praying for you.

 

[Cathyb]

Greg

on Sunday. She has been failing for several months now. We sold our printing company in February and I took my SSI early to stay home with her.

We moved to Yuma so she would be warm, and she did well for a couple of months.

Hospice of Yuma is coming daily to monitor her condition, bath her, clean the house.
A really great service, all covered by Medicare.

I believe she has only a few days left, she doesn't appear to be suffering or in pain, so it is up to God now when he takes her home.

I want to thank all of you that have had Joyce in your prayers over the last 2 years, I am sure that it helped her get this far,
Greg

Sending prayers your way for Joyce. Remember the good times like when you two visited us at our Whaler timeshare and the many Mexico trips you enjoyed. You are a loving and caring husband. Cathy and Bruce

 

[ampaholic]

I wish I had a chance to meet her - I'll bet we could have hit it off and been friends.

Godspeed to you and her.

 

[easyrider]

Greg, my wife and I have followed some of your travels with Joyce through your website. The birthday party for Joyce in Matzatlan looked like a great time. We really have to admire the way you take care of her. It looks like true love to us.

Take care

Bill

 

[pjrose]

Oh Greg, so sorry to hear this. {HUGS} from me and I'm sure from all of your other TUG friends.

PJ

 

[pianodinosaur]

May the Lord Bless you and protect you.

 

[Cheryl20772]

Stay strong, Greg. You can get through these tough days ahead. My prayers are with you too.

 

[slum808]

Greg,

May God be with you in these difficult times. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your wife.

Steve

 

[aliikai2]

Hospice sent a Chaplin to visit today, when I turned on the light Joyce opened her eyes, she appeared to be aware that we were praying with and for her, she has since gone back to being non-responsive. Greg

 

[stugy]

Greg
I am so sorry. May The Lord give you the strength to get through these tough days. You have been a wonderful husband. I will pray for you both
Pat

 

[pwrshift]

Hi Greg...so sorry to read your post. We all wish you the best and it sounds like she is under good care. Stay strong and talk to her even if she seems uncommunicative.

Brian

 

[bass]

Greg,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your wife.

Nancy

 

[cmh]

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

 

[Fern Modena]

Greg, My thoughts and prayers for both you and Joyce. I have always believed people in a coma can hear things and be aware of what is going on around them.

Hospice care can be such a blessing. They help you with things that you might not be able to do, and they know what you need. If you have any questions at all, they are a great go-to resource.

Depending on her musical taste, you might want to play music in the background, although if it is heavy metal I think I'd forgo it and play some smooth jazz or light classical instead. Talk to her, too, telling her how much you love her and talk about things you shared. And if you have the strength to, tell her that it is OK for her to leave now.

With care and big hugs,
Fern

 

[MuranoJo]

Greg, I'm also sending a virtual hug.

As others, I've followed your countless trips and photos and they always brought a smile to me. And I knew through the photos that you brought such happiness to Joyce, and she to you.

 

[amycurl]

Holding you, Joyce and your whole family in The Light.

Hospice is a blessing. Most people wait to call until the very last moments, when they can do so much good in the months and days before that. So glad to know that they are taking care of both you and Joyce.

 

[Pat H]

Greg, I'm so sorry to hear about Joyce. It was so nice to meet you both in Mexico. You are a very caring and loving husband. You both will be in my thoughts and prayers.

 

[LLW]

May God embrace you in peace and warmth, now and forever.

 

[puppymommo]

What LLW said! Beautifully put.

I am so sorry to hear this and hope your beloved's passing is peace. I know she is surrounded by love.

 

[DeniseM]

Hospice sent a Chaplin to visit today, when I turned on the light Joyce opened her eyes, she appeared to be aware that we were praying with and for her, she has since gone back to being non-responsive. Greg

Greg - I know that your love is sustaining Joyce. Please be aware that the sense of hearing is still functioning long after a person seems to stop responding - keep talking to her - she hears you.

 

[timeos2]

Blessings to you both. Your strength and love for each other is wonderful to see.

 

[DonnaD]

I am sending an angel to watch over you both and to accompany your wife to her final destination. God bless you both...with peace and joy, knowing the love you share lives on forever.
DonnaD

 

[scrapngen]

Greg, you and Joyce's relationship and love has been an inspiration ---
My heart goes out to you both, and I will be praying for you.
So very sad to hear your news.

 

[Liz Wolf-Spada]

Greg, I am so sorry.
Liz

 

[kenie]

Best wishes Greg.

kenie