@@jomolandShe is my daughter and warrior. Christina was 42 years 9 months 20 days old the day she went home. I miss her so... and will be with her again one day! Thank you for your comments 🙏
My husband is currently battling incurable cancer. He was a cop for thirty years. He’s only been retired for a short time. It’s not fair that a person works their entire life only to face death instead of traveling. He’s been in so much pain and I watch him shrink daily. He was a big man. Tall and thick. He had the most beautiful arms and legs. Once vibrant and quick witted. Spunky and silly. He loved to cook and camp. Now between this disgusting disease and covid, he’s becoming dull. His shine is leaving just slow enough to torture him and us. So if he ever says to me that he’s done...I get it. Nobody knows the level of pain cancer patients go thru. The use oxycodone, the morphine and more. NOBODY has the right to be critical of these people. NO ONE!
I couldn't agree more with her. My mother and father died of cancer, worse than death itself, it was the type of existence they had to endure before the end, it is undeserved and undignified, I would do exactly as she did. RIP courageous lady.
Agreed... I'm so sorry you lost both your parents. I lost my Father at only 20 from his first and only heart attack. Now, 20 years later, my Mother was recently diagnosed with Dementia and I'm so scared. It was horrible to lose my Father the way I did, but I was so thankful I didn't have to see him wither away like both my Grandfathers. Now I'm terrified with what's going to happen with my Mother, because my Grandmother (her Mom), and Aunt (her older sister), both went/are going through it... It's so tough to watch somebody suffer. I hope you're doing well... ❤️
@@goose7574 My heart goes out to you, the deaths of those we love leave a hole in our lives that could never be fulfilled, the only possible thing to do to calm our sorrow is to focus and think of the lives they/we lived when we were still together. true, death is part of life, but that is no consolation. My grandmother passed away at age 95 a year and a half ago, her last year her mind was and and off, but off enough that she didn't realize her end was near, that in itself was a relief, she went in her sleep. I hope you have the love and support of those around you in such difficult time.
@@jonpendragon2066 Are these the teachings of your imaginary friend, or is it written in that science fiction book people call Bible? It seems empathy is not part of your Christian mythology.
I can't say I understand because I don't.I use to think her choice would be considered suicide and God does not want a person to take their own lives and if someone was to end their life they would not get in the gates of Heaven. But as I have gotten older I can't see God deliberately making his creations suffer. I love the idea of when a person is dying they can chose dignity over extreme daily pain with no medician that can stop the pain. I maybe wrong but God is a loving and caring God and I know he can hear the screams and prayers of those who are waiting to die. RIP sweet lady
I absolutely would too. And it is a person’s right to do so, regardless of what the law says. No one should be forced to endure that kind of life, because it is no way to live. My heart does out to her and her family.
My brother-in-law died yesterday after receiving the 3 injections (shots) for dying with dignity, no more pain. He was happy and all the family presented said it was done and he went in peace, no pain! I am from Montreal, Quebec where it is allowed by law! Take care dear and I wishes that you obtaining the necessary pills to leave in peace.
Your brother-in-law was so lucky to live in a country that allows you to make your own decision when your dying. It sounds like she's went peacefully thank God God gave us the medicine to ease our pain when we are dying what a great father he is
Im not far from you, I'm so glad we have this option, I watched my dad wither away but my aunt got to chose after they enacted it, I was so glad she didnt have to suffer the same. My last moments with her were so much different than the last moments with my dad.
My sister-in-law and I were diagnosed with cancer around the same time, both being 64. She lived in the Netherlands and I in Canada where medically assisted death is legal. Sadly, hers was terminal so she made the decision to die with dignity in her beautiful backyard garden surrounded by family and friends. So far my cancer hasn't returned after surgery and treatment but if it does, I'm glad that Canada offers me the option of dying with dignity.
@@GROOVYJOJO Thanks JoJo. I hope it doesn't return and I don't live every day in fear of that as I embrace every day as a beautiful gift. I live, laugh and love with a passion. Also....I have to smile when I see the word "groovy" as it was such a huge part of my vocabulary in the late 60's and early 70's. Love it! Keep being groovy!
I've seen my younger brother go through with cancer and the pain is no joke. I also had to see him end his life when he could take it no more... only thing is that I never imagined he would take things into his own hands. I've been a wreck trying to get used to the fact that my only sibling is no more, but now I have developed an understanding of what made him do it. I am able to think standing in his shoes. Nobody deserves such pain...
"I don't have to do this anymore. I'm not going to have to do this anymore." REALLY, REALLY resonated with me and my personal situation. I'm so in awe of her. I respect her courage more than anyone will ever know. "I want to draw my OWN lines for myself" meant a pleny to me.
Exactly. Those words resonate with me, as well. So many times I've said, "I can't do this anymore". Eventually, the pain subsides to a tolerable level. However, it is whilst in the throes of excruciating pain and fear of dying right then/there, that I know once it gets to the point that there is not even a brief period of relief, that I don't want to remain. I want to see my grandchildren grow up, get married, and have their own children. It just may not be in the cards. I don't think the world will last that long, nontheless, myself.
How can anyone make a comment about this in a negative way, without being in her shoes. If you have ever been in debilitating pain that no amount of medicine can take away, but at least you know its its temporary. To know though its perminant and will only get worse, think how would you cope, when the inevitable is only one thing. I wish her nothing but peace and relief from her pain, who in their right mind wouldn't .
No nobody has the right to judge this poor woman, I don't care what religion you are, or what your personal beliefs are, we should all have compassion for her
Preach it sister! I watched waaaaay to many people die from cancer in my family (young ages as well) it is agony to watch BUT it is pure torture for the person dying.. I can bet there is nothing more on earth that Christine wants and that is to LIVE but unfortunately, and great sadness , that is not the outcome Who are we to judge .. I hope her journey home is a fast and easy one for her 🙏
@Pam Feist don't be so utterly ridiculous! I am a nurse, have seen dreadful suffering first hand, no loving 'God' would deny anyone ending their indescribable suffering Hope the God you are condoning is yours, well deserved
@@pamfeist5462 so glad that you have cracked the mystery of 'true' Christanity, all those learned men debating it for centuries. All they had to do was ask Pam, all those wasted years
I don’t know if you are still here on Earth, but I just wanted to say that I could not support you more. You are a beautiful person, especially giving this time to try and help others in similar situations despite potentially having little time left for yourself. You are an angel and a hero in my eyes and I hope that you got your peace. This option must be legal in every state. People deserve to have a peaceful departure from this world if they so choose, and I don’t blame you one bit for wanting that. Thank you for spreading the message, and again, I hope that you have found your peace, free of the pain and sickness that plagued you. Please RIP.
Man I'm holding back tears . After literally watching my mom die from years and years of battling breast cancer and than knowing that my dad stroked out before he went into hospice where I would slowly watch him die of lung cancer ( I was in basic at the time and was not allowed to leave until 2 days later . Dad passed on my 7th day of being home ) I was a friggen wreck. I still battle with PTSD from both and it's been 18 years for my mom and 11 for my daddy. Cancer is a shitty shitty shitty way to go. It doesn't hold back and it doesn't care. My mom even stated that it was just too hard to go on. She didn't want to anymore . ( chemo and radiation basically kill you before the cancer does) I feel so deeply for this lady and I hope everyone that knew her respected her decision. And if there was anyone against it , well let them go through what she went through and maybe they'd change their minds .... Rest well in heaven now Christine. You fought long enough, you deserve your freedom :(
My brother recently passed from cancer. It was his second time with cancer and this time he had surgery chemo and radiation until he could have no more. Cancer is relentless. Death with dignity is very important and I believe God would not fault the faithful for making that choice.
Why would people want thier loved ones to suffer its selfish in one resoect we dont let our pets suffer it should be the same for people we care about sure we want them around but at whos exspence i myself would support anyone who wants to die with dignity.Bless this lady for she no longer suffers .💞
You have a gentle soul. My sister died a terrible death from cancer. She begged for months to let her die. Am so comforted to know you had the option of passing with dignity. Bless you Christine.
I've known 3 people who had cancer an decided against any type of medication or chemotherapy an are gone, always thought they were brave going that route,also seen chemotherapy can do,sad to say my brother in law got diagnosed with leaukemia 3 months ago, he's taking the bone marrow & chemotherapy route, please keep him in your prayers,from Navajo Indian in Arizona.. he's name is Terry Lee,his mom also beat breast cancer
Anyone who's seen their loved one deteriorating and succumb to a disease understands. It's those who haven't felt her pain that seem to have the most to say about how things should be.
Could not agree with you more. I too believe in God, but dying of cancer is such a slow and painful death, I believe let the suffering end sooner than later!
It is better to suffer in this life then in the next. Read Gods word. Not mans. If you take your own life you will end up in Hell for all eternity. Its not just about being a good person. We have to obey all of Gods commandments. Many members in my family have died from cancer, so i have witnessed their suffering first hand.. In the end their suffering was for God. Jesus suffered for us. If you want to walk in Eternity with Christ Carry your Cross, my friends, turn to your loving father he will help us in our jorney to him.No one said life would be easy. I dont want easy!!! I want Heaven.
My Mother who has died of cancer,said “Sometimes it’s harder to leave this world then to come into it!” She said this just a few hours before she passed! Letting go is a choice made by the individual and God,no one else!
@@kristinholsapple2587 😥 I'm so sorry, cant imagine losing my mother so young. I was 47 when my mother passed. She was in a T.B. hospital for 4 years straight where she met my dad. She had a lung and a half removed the T.B. ate them😪 I was blessed to have her for 47 years.
She seems to be a very sweet hearted lady. I hope she found peace and is in heaven no longer suffering with cancer. God bless all who loved her. One day they will be reunited with her in heaven.
@Liz Jones I agree with you. No one should be forced to suffer through a terminal illness. It's not like we're telling other people they should do this. People just want to have the right to end their life when there is no hope and the pain and misery is unbearable.
I do believe if your terminally ill you should definitely have a voice to the way you want to leave this world. It’s their right to choose.They’re the ones that are suffering and vulnerable. If they want to go with dignity then so be it.
I trmember as a child watching my mother's friend die of this and she was in horrible pain. It was everywhere on her body and so sad. I understand how she feels. RIP.
My heart goes out to her so awful, I have had melinoma 3times now I have been lucky to fine them early but I do understand her fear so so sorry for all she has had to go through
Being terminally ill myself, I applaud her decision . I myself have thought of death with dignity. My illness will involve extreme pain and dementia. I hope to have the support and help necessary to fullfil my end.
Please make the right decision pray to God that you wont go thru pain at the end. Dont choose the easy way out is not the right decision. I hope you made the right choice. God bless you
@@roach6992 if you live in America don't hand over your weapons to avoid going to jail. I did and lost $6K in weapons. Thanks I myself have always considered a bullet to my heart as my best option. Yes I still have weapons and a crap load of ammo. When everyone was buying weapons at a gun show in 2012 I bought $3,000.00 in ammo.
Just came across this amazing woman! I wish I would have seen while she was alive because I would certainly tell her how amazing and brave of a woman she is. No one should have to suffer to their deaths, especially in this situation. Rest In Peace Young Lady,...you and only you know when it’s too much to bear 🐻 n life.❤️🦋
Is that just as symptomatic treatment as opposed to slowing disease progression? I hope you are okay. I have multiple sclerosis so can empathise to a degree with the chronic pain. How are you doing now? Xx
Ive worked in pallitive care uk for 18yrs. Seen so much pain and suffering and on a personal emotional level conversations with people.. Its heart wrenching knowing im the one telling them to just keep going when its only more torture everyday.. Everybody should have the right to choose there end on there terms
I just think whever its ms or cancer nothing else can be done.. The end is enevitable we all should be able to have a choice we dont have to be martyrs.. We are pharmasutically kept alive thats where faith comes in.. We know we are going to pass but its prolonged it isnt nature xx
@@Amanda-ev3lg The bible doesn't say that suicide is a sin other than "You shall not kill". The strange view that suicide should be a mortal sin is clearly not true. Apart from the bible, why can't everyone just do as they feel is right (within the law ofc). Yes, there is so much craziness and unjust in the world. We can only do our part as best we feel is right. I do not work with euthanasia but I do work with palliative sedation. I think PS is a wonderful choice for those with pain and/or anxiety. I have nothing but good things to say about PS. Quite a few patients who initially wanted eutanasia at the end chose PS and it worked out great. About eutanasia, I think it should be an option but only after 2 psychiatrists cleared it. I don't think we should force doctors and nurses to work with eutanasia. It must be a personal choice. I will not do it and that has nothing to do with the bible or any religion at all. I just know I would feel bad about it, maybe forever. I do have some substance to it. About 15 years ago I had to kill one of my cat's 2 days old babies. It was so sick and paralyzed in 2 legs. The cat-mom didn't want it. She carried it away every time I tried getting her to hed it. The kitten was suffering and I thought it'd be quicker if I did it rather then wait the whole night for the vet. So I put the kitten in a pillowcase, took a deep breath and smashed it's head with big hammer. It died instantly. There were no more suffering. I sat on the floor with the kitten for hours, crying like a baby. My thought was Who am I to decide who lives or dies. I felt horrible. I was pregnant at the time, so some extra hormones might have done it's trick. However.. I will never kill anyone or anything again.
@@veronicaue180 It's important to recognize the difference between death with dignity and euthanasia though. Euthanasia is the taking of another life with the purpose of ending suffering. That would be like administering a purposeful dose of pain medication to kill the person. Death with dignity laws require the individual to be cognizant and 100% able to take their own medication. No one can put the pills in your mouth for you. I've worked in hospice as well, and discussions about death with dignity happen often. Patients are monitored closely, both mentally and physically, to keep suffering as minimal as possible... But in many cases of hospice, like cancer, the pain eventually overcomes even the strongest of drugs. Sedation is an option, and in states where there is no dignity law, it's what often happens in these cases... But I've also seen patients research methods of suicide using household items and such in order to put a stop to it. As this woman was saying, she feared she would get past the point of taking the medication... Which would mean that instead of having control of her end of life for herself, she would be progressively incapacitated and was expected to drown in her body as she succumbed. Knowing that drowning is one of the most painful deaths a person can suffer, I don't blame her at all. Many patients who are given the go ahead and the prescription never use it. They find comfort in knowing that choice is theirs, and that comfort follows to the last breath. This was the case for Terry Pratchett for example, a very famous author who became a huge advocate just before his death. I highly recommend listening to his talks. Anyway, the point I'm making is that euthanasia is not the same thing. I've not heard of a single program that administers the drugs for the patient. Every program simply provides the most comfortable method they can and the clearest instructions in order to make sure that the patient does not create a disastrous and painful outcome rather than the peaceful death desired... At least here in the US and in the few programs I know of overseas. I cannot speak to laws in other countries, but here, euthanasia is not legally permitted. The death with dignity movement is actively advocating to avoid euthanasia when you really think about it. It's keeping that decision in the hands of the patient instead of the caregivers. And for the record, the patient has to pass multiple psychiatric screenings and also have multiple medical doctors review their case to confirm the condition warrants the consideration. You can't just go get death pills, there's a whole application process, and sometimes patients are not able to complete it before they become legally incapacitated. Many of us supporters speak about honoring a patient's choice because we've watched this happen to an individual and watched the painful desperation in their eyes.
I admire your decision to reach out and explain your situation - to help others. Your no longer being here is not your end, you left love and a legacy. RIP.
Not one single one of us has ever asked to be born yet we are all required to live. That's complete BS. I'm glad this girl was able to have her choice. Good for her.
So thankful that she lived in a state that doesn't believe they need to control this woman's decisions. And that the people she treasured held her in their arms, cradling her in their love when she needed them so much. Their grief must be profound, even 3 yrs later, but they still hold her close in their hearts. Peace and love to you. 💕
My aunt was assisted by Dr Kevorkian and so much drama resulted for our family while trying to grieve for her. I am so happy to see death with dignity gaining momentum in the US.
What a beautiful soul. I wish I was courageous as she. I am terrified of death. I have a very unhealthy fear of death actually. I feel sad she even had to make that decision, but support it completely. She is living among the stars now. ✨🥰
What a tough yet comforting decision for her. By heart feels for her,I can only imagine her pain, challenges and emotional journey. If it were me I believe my choosen path would be the one she has choosen. However none of know Anything of her journeys hardships. God Bless her and guide her gently to the other side for everlasting life, peace, love and tranquility.
I lived in SLO back in 1987-1989. I just happened upon this too. Broke my heart, she had to go through this horrible painful part of her life. Blessing to her family who will miss their brave sister daughter friend. I'll be 20 years fighting cancer, in different places of my body. Silicone poison from 1980's exploded breast implants. We thought we were safe. Anyway, once i had my first cancer, I felt my purpose was to help others in their own fight. We all handle it differently. Mine are caught early, invasion minimal. Its always in the back of my mind it will end up in my brain. If so I also would like to choose my way to leave this earth. She is a warrior , brave and stalwart. It really does get to a point when enough is enough. I pray her last days she saw all her loved ones, to say I love you,and goodbye. Now an angel helping God, right with other angels. We are grateful for the angels who surround us with their arms to comfort the sick or dying & families who will miss them. God has a plan and purpose for each one of his children. RIP SWEET LADY. 🧡💓💗💖🌺💞💘💝💐
I had a health scare recently to do with swelling on my brain, thankfully there's no block or tumour but it made me think about mortality and I really feel for people who genuinely have to sit and make this decision. If you were going to end your life tomorrow, would you be satisfied with what you had done? I hope her passing was as peaceful as she expected and her family are at least relieved that she doesn't need to suffer anymore
@C.J. Texas I am truly sorry that you are having to go through what you're going through. I cannot imagine how difficult it is. I just prayed for you and asked that God would give you peace and comfort as you make decisions for yourself. I don't know if you're a believer or not and I'm not trying to force my beliefs on to you I promise. I just wanted you to know that I care and that God cares more than anything and that he loves you very much. I pray that you'll have relief from pain and that you'll choose the path that is right for you. Sending you all of my very best wishes
I'm so sorry you are faced with this. Whatever you decide to do, dear one, please turn your face to Jesus, repent sincerely, and live for him for however long you have. He promises to take you into His arms and to heaven. Ask him to save you. He loves you fiercely and passionately. Blessings to you, dear one.
You CANNOT go to Heaven unless You acknowledge JESUS CHRIST as Your redeemer. She obviously did not Know HIM. She merely mentioned 'a God'. I can assure You, according to GODS Word, she did NOT go to Heaven!
Life is just not a life if u get no enjoyment out of it. It exsistance....and she deserves better. Sorry she went thru so much pain. My heart goes out to her.
My sister suffered so with cancer & NY State is not a right to die with dignity state. She used to cry & beg me to get a gun etc. Unless u are in their shoes we cannot judge them. Cancer just eats u from the inside out. My sister basically staved to death. She looked like a holocaust survivor. She went from 155 pounds down to 60 or maybe 55 at the time of her death. 😭 I would support her choice to die with dignity as she told me this is NO quality of life!
What a blessing for those patients in states that do not have to deal or expect suffering in the final days of their earthly lives. It is about time and now we can pass from this earth on our time and with as much beauty and love as we can muster. God bless those that have to choose their passing.
Peace to her and thanks for sharing her important story! This was a beautiful and heartfelt testimony to the extraordinary value of the End of Life Option.
I am a animal lover. I own a pet resort, rescue, foster 100’s of dogs/puppies every year and have 8 large dogs of my own so when I say this I am not trying to say animals are less needing BUT when our pets are suffering we have the option of “putting them to sleep” and if an owner can’t afford it or decides not to then most of society say they are being cruel and that the best decision is to end their suffering. Humans are another story, why? People who have terminal diagnosis and/or pain so bad most of us can’t even imagine how bad it is should absolutely have the choice whether to be “put to sleep” or wait it out.
I totally get where this woman is coming from. I think you are amazing wherever you are. I don't buy into the religious aspect of this type of ending. Life is about free will choices.
It should be a wake up call to us all that the only smile we see on this woman’s face is the thought of death. Does that not speak volumes to the extent of human suffering she must have endured to come to that point. We put an animal down to end its suffering without any regard for what the animal wants. Why is it so difficult to allow a consenting terminal patient to right to die.
I totally agree with this woman. I’ve seen people on their way to transitioning to the next level and it is not a pretty way to go. As we all make vain attempts to stay for others, we are only hurting ourselves. For anyone living with an incurable disease, let us make the choice of how to leave our broken bodies and begin the next chapter of existence.
Rip beautidul soul. I agree with the wisdom spoken here. I am from Atascadero California 805 slow is very close. Thoughts and prayers for the family and friends.
I just put my elderly shitzu down a week ago. I told the vet that it was so peaceful that it is too bad we can not do that for us in our state . He is so much missed but happy I made the choice for him to no longer suffer. It was hard, but hard because of MY feelings. I didn't want to let go. I did manage to let go out of a great love and compassion.
Back about a year ago on Voting Day (about the time you made your comment) I decided to let my Pomeranian die naturally. I wanted him to die in the comfort of his home instead of a stark cold clinic setting where my last such experience, the vet wouldn't allow me to be with her. Worst decision of my life! Why can't the vet hook up the tube and meds, then allow us to bring them home to inject it ourselves, as we gather around him with love? Why can't they do that with suffering humans?
happen to run across this by chance...Oh How I wish we had this in the States...I watched my sis die an excruciating painful death with cancerous tumors everypart of her body and so swollen her legs were breaking open...She was in fact terminal BUT the Dr wasnt able to give her anything but small sips of morphene...scheduled on intervals...I would have to go outside because her screaming in pain when hospice people came and started messing with her..washing her face /hair,rolling her over.. etc and she could not even talk..her bones were eaten and they would roll her over and she would scream...Finally 2 days before she died the Dr put a patch on her and she was almost in coma state...but it was much better than what she went through for WEEKS..You must be in a different country because the States here do not have any prescription like Christine took..in Texas 'anyway' I do think Calif...does but it still difficult to find Dr to prescribe....I am a born again ..truly God/Jesus loving Christian...I know many of my brothers and sisters (in the Lord) would think I was horrible BUT I think we need to help assist people in terminal illness. We have eauthanasia for animals when they are old or terminal and dying...We should have the same for our Loved Ones.....My prayers go out to the ones that have lost Christine..
She died in her home on Saturday August 25, 2018, peacefully, and surrounded by loving family
Very good to know she is now no longer suffering in pain or discomfort. Do you happen to know how old she was when she passed?
@@jomolandShe is my daughter and warrior. Christina was 42 years 9 months 20 days old the day she went home. I miss her so... and will be with her again one day! Thank you for your comments 🙏
May she be at peace.
@@dianaedberg2899 God love her and keep her, and all of you, xx
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My husband is currently battling incurable cancer. He was a cop for thirty years. He’s only been retired for a short time. It’s not fair that a person works their entire life only to face death instead of traveling. He’s been in so much pain and I watch him shrink daily. He was a big man. Tall and thick. He had the most beautiful arms and legs. Once vibrant and quick witted. Spunky and silly. He loved to cook and camp. Now between this disgusting disease and covid, he’s becoming dull. His shine is leaving just slow enough to torture him and us. So if he ever says to me that he’s done...I get it. Nobody knows the level of pain cancer patients go thru. The use oxycodone, the morphine and more. NOBODY has the right to be critical of these people. NO ONE!
Hugs and courage to you from London. XOXO
I agree totally.
I agree😢
well said
Why the government would want to alow someone to suffer ,if someone help assist death they get prosecuted for it .
I couldn't agree more with her. My mother and father died of cancer, worse than death itself, it was the type of existence they had to endure before the end, it is undeserved and undignified, I would do exactly as she did. RIP courageous lady.
Agreed...
I'm so sorry you lost both your parents.
I lost my Father at only 20 from his first and only heart attack. Now, 20 years later, my Mother was recently diagnosed with Dementia and I'm so scared. It was horrible to lose my Father the way I did, but I was so thankful I didn't have to see him wither away like both my Grandfathers. Now I'm terrified with what's going to happen with my Mother, because my Grandmother (her Mom), and Aunt (her older sister), both went/are going through it... It's so tough to watch somebody suffer.
I hope you're doing well...
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@@goose7574 My heart goes out to you, the deaths of those we love leave a hole in our lives that could never be fulfilled, the only possible thing to do to calm our sorrow is to focus and think of the lives they/we lived when we were still together. true, death is part of life, but that is no consolation. My grandmother passed away at age 95 a year and a half ago, her last year her mind was and and off, but off enough that she didn't realize her end was near, that in itself was a relief, she went in her sleep. I hope you have the love and support of those around you in such difficult time.
Not worse then death. hell is which is where she is probably.
@@jonpendragon2066 Are these the teachings of your imaginary friend, or is it written in that science fiction book people call Bible? It seems empathy is not part of your Christian mythology.
I can't say I understand because I don't.I use to think her choice would be considered suicide and God does not want a person to take their own lives and if someone was to end their life they would not get in the gates of Heaven. But as I have gotten older I can't see God deliberately making his creations suffer. I love the idea of when a person is dying they can chose dignity over extreme daily pain with no medician that can stop the pain. I maybe wrong but God is a loving and caring God and I know he can hear the screams and prayers of those who are waiting to die.
RIP sweet lady
I'm just seeing this so she has passed. May she RIP and I hope she's found peace and relief.❤
Just seeing this as well, I was in Ventura not far from her. Thankful for her sharing.
Amen.... RIP sweet lady... No judgement coming from me. Peaceful rest ❤️
May she rest in her peacefull, pain free, eternal sleep.
Me too, it's April 2, 2021.
Very well said Tiff's Journey
I'm with her. I will never let a cancer eat me alive.
I would chose this to I have watched family members and friends die from cancer
I absolutely would too. And it is a person’s right to do so, regardless of what the law says. No one should be forced to endure that kind of life, because it is no way to live. My heart does out to her and her family.
... Amen Tiki, Amen. Bless you and keep smiling.
I agree this is what I want to do
Wow that is such a powerful statement Tiki Tavi .
My heart goes out to this lady for her suffering. I hope she has found the peace and freedom from pain that she deserves.
It should we our right
My brother-in-law died yesterday after receiving the 3 injections (shots) for dying with dignity, no more pain. He was happy and all the family presented said it was done and he went in peace, no pain! I am from Montreal, Quebec where it is allowed by law! Take care dear and I wishes that you obtaining the necessary pills to leave in peace.
I wish I could have done that for my mum
@@CATTYNESS1 Me too.
RIP.... NO MORE PAIN.
Your brother-in-law was so lucky to live in a country that allows you to make your own decision when your dying. It sounds like she's went peacefully thank God God gave us the medicine to ease our pain when we are dying what a great father he is
Im not far from you, I'm so glad we have this option, I watched my dad wither away but my aunt got to chose after they enacted it, I was so glad she didnt have to suffer the same. My last moments with her were so much different than the last moments with my dad.
She was the most courageous woman. It takes balls to make that decision
My sister-in-law and I were diagnosed with cancer around the same time, both being 64. She lived in the Netherlands and I in Canada where medically assisted death is legal. Sadly, hers was terminal so she made the decision to die with dignity in her beautiful backyard garden surrounded by family and friends. So far my cancer hasn't returned after surgery and treatment but if it does, I'm glad that Canada offers me the option of dying with dignity.
I will pray for you, God bless you🙏🙏🙏🙏💙
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I hope you stay healthy
Hope ur cancer stays away and u enjoy many many years of good health👍🕊🕊🕊
@@GROOVYJOJO Thanks JoJo. I hope it doesn't return and I don't live every day in fear of that as I embrace every day as a beautiful gift. I live, laugh and love with a passion. Also....I have to smile when I see the word "groovy" as it was such a huge part of my vocabulary in the late 60's and early 70's. Love it! Keep being groovy!
I've seen my younger brother go through with cancer and the pain is no joke. I also had to see him end his life when he could take it no more... only thing is that I never imagined he would take things into his own hands. I've been a wreck trying to get used to the fact that my only sibling is no more, but now I have developed an understanding of what made him do it. I am able to think standing in his shoes. Nobody deserves such pain...
I also don’t deserve to live with so much pain and agony and misery either
"I don't have to do this anymore. I'm not going to have to do this anymore." REALLY, REALLY resonated with me and my personal situation. I'm so in awe of her. I respect her courage more than anyone will ever know. "I want to draw my OWN lines for myself" meant a pleny to me.
So sorry for your situation ❤️🏴
I know that feeling. Terror of dealing with people, little or big.
Exactly. Those words resonate with me, as well. So many times I've said, "I can't do this anymore". Eventually, the pain subsides to a tolerable level. However, it is whilst in the throes of excruciating pain and fear of dying right then/there, that I know once it gets to the point that there is not even a brief period of relief, that I don't want to remain. I want to see my grandchildren grow up, get married, and have their own children. It just may not be in the cards. I don't think the world will last that long, nontheless, myself.
How can anyone make a comment about this in a negative way, without being in her shoes. If you have ever been in debilitating pain that no amount of medicine can take away, but at least you know its its temporary. To know though its perminant and will only get worse, think how would you cope, when the inevitable is only one thing. I wish her nothing but peace and relief from her pain, who in their right mind wouldn't .
Exactly
No nobody has the right to judge this poor woman, I don't care what religion you are, or what your personal beliefs are, we should all have compassion for her
Preach it sister!
I watched waaaaay to many people die from cancer in my family (young ages as well) it is agony to watch BUT it is pure torture for the person dying..
I can bet there is nothing more on earth that Christine wants and that is to LIVE but unfortunately, and great sadness , that is not the outcome
Who are we to judge ..
I hope her journey home is a fast and easy one for her 🙏
I agree 100% Cotton Candy. God Bless.
@Megan Greene ...You can't make that judgement call Megan. Do suffer from severe chronic pain? Just wondering my friend.
Dogs and cats are treated with dignity and compassion. Humans feel the need to control every aspect of life and death.
Humans were given life by God .And no one has the right to end it except God.Sugar coat it all you want.Its a sin.
@@pamfeist5462 Not everyone believes in your invisible friend, sweetie.
@Pam Feist don't be so utterly ridiculous! I am a nurse, have seen dreadful suffering first hand, no loving 'God' would deny anyone ending their indescribable suffering
Hope the God you are condoning is yours, well deserved
@@caroltaylor3931 I guess some day we will see .Having no faith in true Christianity makes it all ok dosent it ?
@@pamfeist5462 so glad that you have cracked the mystery of 'true' Christanity, all those learned men debating it for centuries. All they had to do was ask Pam, all those wasted years
I totally agree with Christine. She is a courageous woman.
I think everyone should have the right to die with dignity by your own choice may she have peace on the other side and be pain freedom
Amen🙏🙏🙏
Amen
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I absolutely agree Colleen!
Colleen I absolutely agree, u should be able to say when n where.
I don’t know if you are still here on Earth, but I just wanted to say that I could not support you more. You are a beautiful person, especially giving this time to try and help others in similar situations despite potentially having little time left for yourself. You are an angel and a hero in my eyes and I hope that you got your peace. This option must be legal in every state. People deserve to have a peaceful departure from this world if they so choose, and I don’t blame you one bit for wanting that. Thank you for spreading the message, and again, I hope that you have found your peace, free of the pain and sickness that plagued you. Please RIP.
She has passed away
She passed on August 25, 2018.
Man I'm holding back tears . After literally watching my mom die from years and years of battling breast cancer and than knowing that my dad stroked out before he went into hospice where I would slowly watch him die of lung cancer ( I was in basic at the time and was not allowed to leave until 2 days later . Dad passed on my 7th day of being home ) I was a friggen wreck. I still battle with PTSD from both and it's been 18 years for my mom and 11 for my daddy. Cancer is a shitty shitty shitty way to go. It doesn't hold back and it doesn't care. My mom even stated that it was just too hard to go on. She didn't want to anymore . ( chemo and radiation basically kill you before the cancer does) I feel so deeply for this lady and I hope everyone that knew her respected her decision. And if there was anyone against it , well let them go through what she went through and maybe they'd change their minds .... Rest well in heaven now Christine. You fought long enough, you deserve your freedom :(
bravo
My brother recently passed from cancer. It was his second time with cancer and this time he had surgery chemo and radiation until he could have no more. Cancer is relentless. Death with dignity is very important and I believe God would not fault the faithful for making that choice.
SBM///// "God" welcomes you no matter how you die
Why would people want thier loved ones to suffer its selfish in one resoect we dont let our pets suffer it should be the same for people we care about sure we want them around but at whos exspence i myself would support anyone who wants to die with dignity.Bless this lady for she no longer suffers .💞
You've been gone for two years. I hope you had a peaceful passing. I will remember you in my prayers. God keep you in his tender hands 🙏🙏🙏✝️💖
You have a gentle soul. My sister died a terrible death from cancer. She begged for months to let her die. Am so comforted to know you had the option of passing with dignity. Bless you Christine.
I also just came upon this video I hope she found peace as well and she is out of pain RIP
I've known 3 people who had cancer an decided against any type of medication or chemotherapy an are gone, always thought they were brave going that route,also seen chemotherapy can do,sad to say my brother in law got diagnosed with leaukemia 3 months ago, he's taking the bone marrow & chemotherapy route, please keep him in your prayers,from Navajo Indian in Arizona.. he's name is Terry Lee,his mom also beat breast cancer
Preston: Prayers sent from Albuquerque, N.M.❤️
I wish my brother could have had the choice to end his life his way before ALS slowly took him. I miss him every single day since he left us 6-2-2004.
My 💘 to you by the way of your brother. My brother died of cirrhosis of the liver with a horrible death all the time
💜 ELIZABETH HENTHORN, I'M SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS OF YOUR BELOVED BROTHER. I PRAY THAT HE IS IN GOD'S LOVING ARM'S & MAY YOU FIND PEACE 🕊🤗🙏💜💜💜
@@TTrue-dw9ti 💜 I'M SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS OF YOUR BROTHER. I PRAY HE DIDN'T SUFFER & THAT YOU WILL FIND PEACE 🕊 GOD BLESS 🙏😇💜💜💜
@@TTrue-dw9ti thats terrible. Sorry for your loss.
I'm so sorry. That's a horrible death. May he rest in peace with a body that is perfect.
Anyone who's seen their loved one deteriorating and succumb to a disease understands. It's those who haven't felt her pain that seem to have the most to say about how things should be.
People should be allowed to die with dignity and in their own way...and I believe in God...
Could not agree with you more.
I too believe in God, but dying of cancer is such a slow and painful death, I believe let the suffering end sooner than later!
Absolutely, you wouldn't let pets suffer like this. We should be given the right to die in, she is in obvious pain
I agree.
Yes, ur right. Because God has already allowed you to die of a terminal disease, so if you choose the date to die the end result is still the same.
It is better to suffer in this life then in the next. Read Gods word. Not mans.
If you take your own life you will end up in Hell for all eternity. Its not just about being a good person. We have to obey all of Gods commandments.
Many members in my family have died from cancer, so i have witnessed their suffering first hand.. In the end their suffering was for God. Jesus suffered for us.
If you want to walk in Eternity with Christ
Carry your Cross, my friends, turn to your loving father he will help us in our jorney to him.No one said life would be easy. I dont want easy!!! I want Heaven.
My Mother who has died of cancer,said “Sometimes it’s harder to leave this world then to come into it!” She said this just a few hours before she passed! Letting go is a choice made by the individual and God,no one else!
❤️ I too, lost my mom the same way, and she alluded to the same.
Dying of cancer is such an unbelievable long process.
I also lost my mother 28yrs as of 2/21 she was 48yrs old who got breast cancer in the 1980's ..
@@kristinholsapple2587 Ohh. I’m so sorry for your loss! Heartbreaking!
@@kristinholsapple2587 😥 I'm so sorry, cant imagine losing my mother so young. I was 47 when my mother passed. She was in a T.B. hospital for 4 years straight where she met my dad. She had a lung and a half removed the T.B. ate them😪 I was blessed to have her for 47 years.
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Oh thats so sweet Thank You..
To die with dignity is so important. We all deserve this and deserve to make the choice if we choose to. ❤ god bless her
She seems to be a very sweet hearted lady. I hope she found peace and is in heaven no longer suffering with cancer. God bless all who loved her. One day they will be reunited with her in heaven.
So heartbreaking, what a beautiful brave woman she is, can't imagine the pain she must be in, I will be praying for her, God bless her🙏🙏🙏🙏
she had the courage and the clarity to see everything for what it was and also what it would become - brave lady - rip
When we lived in CA this was voted down so many times, this must be for all states. All Americans 🌺💖RIP🕊
Nope should not be allowed
And they say California's wild and crazy really I lived there for 37 years and wasn't wasn't crazy it had its share of up tight people just like we do
@Liz Jones I agree with you. No one should be forced to suffer through a terminal illness. It's not like we're telling other people they should do this. People just want to have the right to end their life when there is no hope and the pain and misery is unbearable.
Thank God it finally passed in California, Washington and Oregon. Everyone deserves to die in peace with dignity. 🙏
I do believe if your terminally ill you should definitely have a voice to the way you want to leave this world. It’s their right to choose.They’re the ones that are suffering and vulnerable. If they want to go with dignity then so be it.
I trmember as a child watching my mother's friend die of this and she was in horrible pain. It was everywhere on her body and so sad. I understand how she feels. RIP.
My heart goes out to her so awful, I have had melinoma 3times now I have been lucky to fine them early but I do understand her fear so so sorry for all she has had to go through
Being terminally ill myself, I applaud her decision . I myself have thought of death with dignity. My illness will involve extreme pain and dementia. I hope to have the support and help necessary to fullfil my end.
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Please make the right decision pray to God that you wont go thru pain at the end. Dont choose the easy way out is not the right decision. I hope you made the right choice. God bless you
Bro if u live in america just get a gun or jump off a skyscraper its not that hard
@@roach6992 if you live in America don't hand over your weapons to avoid going to jail. I did and lost $6K in weapons. Thanks I myself have always considered a bullet to my heart as my best option. Yes I still have weapons and a crap load of ammo. When everyone was buying weapons at a gun show in 2012 I bought $3,000.00 in ammo.
Just came across this amazing woman! I wish I would have seen while she was alive because I would certainly tell her how amazing and brave of a woman she is. No one should have to suffer to their deaths, especially in this situation. Rest In Peace Young Lady,...you and only you know when it’s too much to bear 🐻 n life.❤️🦋
I'm with you rest easy lovely lady. Wish mom had this choice I watched her suffer. Lo💙e everyone Tell my mommie hello in Heaven
I'm fighting colon cancer with Cannabinoids and Nutrition. No doctors. No pharmaceutical drugs. Prayers appreciated. ❤
Is that just as symptomatic treatment as opposed to slowing disease progression? I hope you are okay. I have multiple sclerosis so can empathise to a degree with the chronic pain. How are you doing now? Xx
How are you doing, I hope everything is ok!
Prayers for you
She passed away. RIP.
Prayers. ❤
I was a nurse. I understand you, and I agree that your decision is your own to make. God speed.
god bless your immortal spirit = you must be a beautiful lady and you will be missed and but happy to see you FREE !
This should be allowed state-wide. God Rest your soul sweet lady.
I'm happy this woman is no longer suffering.
Rest in Peace 💞 no more pain.
Much love ❤️ for this amazing person and her family. She will be missed!
What a beautiful, brave, intelligent woman. I hope she has found her eternal peace. ❤
Couldn’t agree more so glad you have the option & you made your choice & we are all with you Rest In Peace you gave it your all!
Ive worked in pallitive care uk for 18yrs. Seen so much pain and suffering and on a personal emotional level conversations with people.. Its heart wrenching knowing im the one telling them to just keep going when its only more torture everyday.. Everybody should have the right to choose there end on there terms
I've got so much admiration for you what a great job you are doing god bless you and all your workmates.
I just think whever its ms or cancer nothing else can be done.. The end is enevitable we all should be able to have a choice we dont have to be martyrs.. We are pharmasutically kept alive thats where faith comes in.. We know we are going to pass but its prolonged it isnt nature xx
@@Amanda-ev3lg hiya, ive struggled so much with everything your saying, i found a book theres a dvd called the shack, please watch it if you can 💛
@@Amanda-ev3lg The bible doesn't say that suicide is a sin other than
"You shall not kill". The strange view that suicide should be a mortal sin is clearly not true. Apart from the bible, why can't everyone just do as they feel is right (within the law ofc). Yes, there is so much craziness and unjust in the world. We can only do our part as best we feel is right.
I do not work with euthanasia but I do work with palliative sedation. I think PS is a wonderful choice for those with pain and/or anxiety. I have nothing but good things to say about PS. Quite a few patients who initially wanted eutanasia at the end chose PS and it worked out great.
About eutanasia, I think it should be an option but only after 2 psychiatrists cleared it. I don't think we should force doctors and nurses to work with eutanasia. It must be a personal choice. I will not do it and that has nothing to do with the bible or any religion at all. I just know I would feel bad about it, maybe forever. I do have some substance to it.
About 15 years ago I had to kill one of my cat's 2 days old babies. It was so sick and paralyzed in 2 legs. The cat-mom didn't want it. She carried it away every time I tried getting her to hed it. The kitten was suffering and I thought it'd be quicker if I did it rather then wait the whole night for the vet. So I put the kitten in a pillowcase, took a deep breath and smashed it's head with big hammer. It died instantly. There were no more suffering. I sat on the floor with the kitten for hours, crying like a baby. My thought was Who am I to decide who lives or dies. I felt horrible. I was pregnant at the time, so some extra hormones might have done it's trick. However.. I will never kill anyone or anything again.
@@veronicaue180 It's important to recognize the difference between death with dignity and euthanasia though. Euthanasia is the taking of another life with the purpose of ending suffering. That would be like administering a purposeful dose of pain medication to kill the person. Death with dignity laws require the individual to be cognizant and 100% able to take their own medication. No one can put the pills in your mouth for you. I've worked in hospice as well, and discussions about death with dignity happen often. Patients are monitored closely, both mentally and physically, to keep suffering as minimal as possible... But in many cases of hospice, like cancer, the pain eventually overcomes even the strongest of drugs. Sedation is an option, and in states where there is no dignity law, it's what often happens in these cases... But I've also seen patients research methods of suicide using household items and such in order to put a stop to it. As this woman was saying, she feared she would get past the point of taking the medication... Which would mean that instead of having control of her end of life for herself, she would be progressively incapacitated and was expected to drown in her body as she succumbed. Knowing that drowning is one of the most painful deaths a person can suffer, I don't blame her at all.
Many patients who are given the go ahead and the prescription never use it. They find comfort in knowing that choice is theirs, and that comfort follows to the last breath. This was the case for Terry Pratchett for example, a very famous author who became a huge advocate just before his death. I highly recommend listening to his talks.
Anyway, the point I'm making is that euthanasia is not the same thing. I've not heard of a single program that administers the drugs for the patient. Every program simply provides the most comfortable method they can and the clearest instructions in order to make sure that the patient does not create a disastrous and painful outcome rather than the peaceful death desired... At least here in the US and in the few programs I know of overseas. I cannot speak to laws in other countries, but here, euthanasia is not legally permitted. The death with dignity movement is actively advocating to avoid euthanasia when you really think about it. It's keeping that decision in the hands of the patient instead of the caregivers.
And for the record, the patient has to pass multiple psychiatric screenings and also have multiple medical doctors review their case to confirm the condition warrants the consideration. You can't just go get death pills, there's a whole application process, and sometimes patients are not able to complete it before they become legally incapacitated. Many of us supporters speak about honoring a patient's choice because we've watched this happen to an individual and watched the painful desperation in their eyes.
I admire your decision to reach out and explain your situation - to help others. Your no longer being here is not your end, you left love and a legacy. RIP.
Not one single one of us has ever asked to be born yet we are all required to live. That's complete BS. I'm glad this girl was able to have her choice. Good for her.
Jamie !Jamie! Jamie !stop it. I used that on my mother years ago I did not ask to be born. she slapped me in the face didn't work on her hell no!😆
So sad, sorry you had to make this decision to young to die no matter but am with u all the way RIP 😥
So thankful that she lived in a state that doesn't believe they need to control this woman's decisions. And that the people she treasured held her in their arms, cradling her in their love when she needed them so much. Their grief must be profound, even 3 yrs later, but they still hold her close in their hearts. Peace and love to you. 💕
My aunt was assisted by Dr Kevorkian and so much drama resulted for our family while trying to grieve for her. I am so happy to see death with dignity gaining momentum in the US.
What a beautiful soul. I wish I was courageous as she. I am terrified of death. I have a very unhealthy fear of death actually. I feel sad she even had to make that decision, but support it completely. She is living among the stars now. ✨🥰
I could have wrote your comment my self. I have the same fear as you and here I I watching these videos. Ox
@@nicoleclancy8642 It's a terrible crippling fear. I think it stems from my 2 children dying. 😢
I don't believe death will be awful at all. Really, it may be the most beautiful thinng.
I'm so sorry about you losing your children. Really sorry. There are no words that can Express something like you've gone through
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God bless this amazingly strong woman and her family. 🙏🏼
What a tough yet comforting decision for her. By heart feels for her,I can only imagine her pain, challenges and emotional journey. If it were me I believe my choosen path would be the one she has choosen. However none of know Anything of her journeys hardships. God Bless her and guide her gently to the other side for everlasting life, peace, love and tranquility.
I would hope and pray that the means of passing over in this way would be available to all.
this important decision should be left to God alone.
@@watchgoose And I totally support you in doing what's right for you.
@@watchgoose not everyone believes in God.
I lived in SLO back in 1987-1989. I just happened upon this too. Broke my heart, she had to go through this horrible painful part of her life. Blessing to her family who will miss their brave sister daughter friend. I'll be 20 years fighting cancer, in different places of my body. Silicone poison from 1980's exploded breast implants. We thought we were safe. Anyway, once i had my first cancer, I felt my purpose was to help others in their own fight. We all handle it differently. Mine are caught early, invasion minimal. Its always in the back of my mind it will end up in my brain. If so I also would like to choose my way to leave this earth. She is a warrior , brave and stalwart. It really does get to a point when enough is enough. I pray her last days she saw all her loved ones, to say I love you,and goodbye. Now an angel helping God, right with other angels. We are grateful for the angels who surround us with their arms to comfort the sick or dying & families who will miss them. God has a plan and purpose for each one of his children. RIP SWEET LADY. 🧡💓💗💖🌺💞💘💝💐
What does SLO stand for?
A very brave lady and there must be dignity
God Bless you, Christine! Anyone against death with dignity...should be in that patient's place!
I had a health scare recently to do with swelling on my brain, thankfully there's no block or tumour but it made me think about mortality and I really feel for people who genuinely have to sit and make this decision. If you were going to end your life tomorrow, would you be satisfied with what you had done? I hope her passing was as peaceful as she expected and her family are at least relieved that she doesn't need to suffer anymore
I have end stage liver disease caused by chemo and radiation damage. I am declining and am mulling all decisions. Bless her heart.
@C.J. Texas I am truly sorry that you are having to go through what you're going through. I cannot imagine how difficult it is. I just prayed for you and asked that God would give you peace and comfort as you make decisions for yourself. I don't know if you're a believer or not and I'm not trying to force my beliefs on to you I promise. I just wanted you to know that I care and that God cares more than anything and that he loves you very much. I pray that you'll have relief from pain and that you'll choose the path that is right for you. Sending you all of my very best wishes
Sending blessings from Australia. I hope you are not uncomfortable or in pain. I will be praying for you, Dot
I will be praying for you, God bless 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏💙💙💙💙
My heart goes out to you, from AZ. I pray that you are relieved of your suffering, and are without pain, as long as you are here on this earth.
I'm so sorry you are faced with this. Whatever you decide to do, dear one, please turn your face to Jesus, repent sincerely, and live for him for however long you have. He promises to take you into His arms and to heaven. Ask him to save you.
He loves you fiercely and passionately. Blessings to you, dear one.
My ❤ goes out to this extremely brave women.. She is right.. Exactly right.. She didn't want My more suffering..
Her choice. I'm sure she would love to have another. She is in heaven and not suffering.
@Megan Greene
Clearly it's this woman's opinion which, we are all entitled to.
You CANNOT go to Heaven unless You acknowledge JESUS CHRIST as Your redeemer. She obviously did not Know HIM. She merely mentioned 'a God'. I can assure You, according to GODS Word, she did NOT go to Heaven!
@Megan Greene My sincere hope too!!!
@@loripatterson7882 That's very judgmental. You don't know what was in her heart.
@Megan Greene You all make me NOT want to be a Christian. You have that judgy obnoxious Christianity I'd never want.
Life is just not a life if u get no enjoyment out of it. It exsistance....and she deserves better. Sorry she went thru so much pain. My heart goes out to her.
My sister suffered so with cancer & NY State is not a right to die with dignity state. She used to cry & beg me to get a gun etc. Unless u are in their shoes we cannot judge them. Cancer just eats u from the inside out. My sister basically staved to death. She looked like a holocaust survivor. She went from 155 pounds down to 60 or maybe 55 at the time of her death. 😭 I would support her choice to die with dignity as she told me this is NO quality of life!
What a blessing for those patients in states that do not have to deal or expect suffering in the final days of their earthly lives. It is about time and now we can pass from this earth on our time and with as much beauty and love as we can muster. God bless those that have to choose their passing.
What a brave woman this lady is & she's not suffering anymore R.I.P brave Lady ❤🌹🌈🕊XX.
Thank you for sharing your story, I am glad you don't have to suffer , may God hear your plea.
Peace to her and thanks for sharing her important story! This was a beautiful and heartfelt testimony to the extraordinary value of the End of Life Option.
No one should have to go through really bad pain,i hope she found peace
I hear your story ❤️ ... I'll remember what you want the world to remember .. may your soul rest in peace ❤️🕊️
I am a animal lover. I own a pet resort, rescue, foster 100’s of dogs/puppies every year and have 8 large dogs of my own so when I say this I am not trying to say animals are less needing BUT when our pets are suffering we have the option of “putting them to sleep” and if an owner can’t afford it or decides not to then most of society say they are being cruel and that the best decision is to end their suffering. Humans are another story, why? People who have terminal diagnosis and/or pain so bad most of us can’t even imagine how bad it is should absolutely have the choice whether to be “put to sleep” or wait it out.
It could not be an easy decision even if your in daily pain! May God walk with her in her final hour and peace come to her quickly!
I totally get where this woman is coming from. I think you are amazing wherever you are. I don't buy into the religious aspect of this type of ending. Life is about free will choices.
It should be a wake up call to us all that the only smile we see on this woman’s face is the thought of death.
Does that not speak volumes to the extent of human suffering she must have endured to come to that point.
We put an animal down to end its suffering without any regard for what the animal wants.
Why is it so difficult to allow a consenting terminal patient to right to die.
My sister Died with cancer she had it 2 times over the years she was 35yrs old RIP young Lady 🙏💔🙏
I'm sorry for your loss. May you be comforted by her memory 🙏
I totally agree with this woman. I’ve seen people on their way to transitioning to the next level and it is not a pretty way to go. As we all make vain attempts to stay for others, we are only hurting ourselves. For anyone living with an incurable disease, let us make the choice of how to leave our broken bodies and begin the next chapter of existence.
We want control over our outcomes and to select the time and place. Thank you for this honest and courageous video.
Rest In peace sweet girl. ❤ Your strength in this decision is tremendous.
I UNDERSTAND...GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.....
Rip beautidul soul. I agree with the wisdom spoken here. I am from Atascadero California 805 slow is very close. Thoughts and prayers for the family and friends.
For such a short video, she seemed like a wonderful person. I feel sad that I never had the privilege of knowing her. Fly pain free, Sweet Soul.
I just put my elderly shitzu down a week ago. I told the vet that it was so peaceful that it is too bad we can not do that for us in our state . He is so much missed but happy I made the choice for him to no longer suffer. It was hard, but hard because of MY feelings. I didn't want to let go. I did manage to let go out of a great love and compassion.
I'm sorry for your loss
Back about a year ago on Voting Day (about the time you made your comment) I decided to let my Pomeranian die naturally.
I wanted him to die in the comfort of his home instead of a stark cold clinic setting where my last such experience, the vet wouldn't allow me to be with her.
Worst decision of my life! Why can't the vet hook up the tube and meds, then allow us to bring them home to inject it ourselves, as we gather around him with love?
Why can't they do that with suffering humans?
Love is the key. My heart is loving anyone that is hurting. We are so connected.♥️
Thank you billy💞
A very brave lady xxxx
I wish I could find something like that seeing what my mom went through. We should all have a choice
you have so much courage.
Sending u love from Brazil 💜. Sending u a lot of love. Rest in Power. 🌻🙏
How very, very brave and courageous of you to share this. May God grant you the peace and serenity that passes all understanding. 🔯✝️💟☮️
Beautifully said , about making your own choices for your own life- without everyone else's feedback. Thank you.
She and I have the exact same name.
Rest In Peace ❤️
Thank you for sharing this part of your life with us rest in peace my dear no more Earthly pain to complain about or endure
Rest In Peace.♥️
I pray and hope she is in a better place now
Wauw Respect. RIP.from the Netherlands.
It is beautiful and respectful to allow people to choose when.
Christine sooooo happy for you. 100% support. I will do the same. That's not a life.
My heart breaks for her. RIP dear, may your soul find the peace it so deserves.
happen to run across this by chance...Oh How I wish we had this in the States...I watched my sis die an excruciating painful death with cancerous tumors everypart of her body and so swollen her legs were breaking open...She was in fact terminal BUT the Dr wasnt able to give her anything but small sips of morphene...scheduled on intervals...I would have to go outside because her screaming in pain when hospice people came and started messing with her..washing her face /hair,rolling her over.. etc and she could not even talk..her bones were eaten and they would roll her over and she would scream...Finally 2 days before she died the Dr put a patch on her and she was almost in coma state...but it was much better than what she went through for WEEKS..You must be in a different country because the States here do not have any prescription like Christine took..in Texas 'anyway' I do think Calif...does but it still difficult to find Dr to prescribe....I am a born again ..truly God/Jesus loving Christian...I know many of my brothers and sisters (in the Lord) would think I was horrible BUT I think we need to help assist people in terminal illness. We have eauthanasia for animals when they are old or terminal and dying...We should have the same for our Loved Ones.....My prayers go out to the ones that have lost Christine..
May God be with Her always.