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It’s been a sad day today. A dear friend of mine has passed away. She left us, as her mind deteriorated, almost two years ago. The dementia slowly took her away. Now her earthly body has gone.
My feelings were mixed when her partner told me yesterday that Yvonne would die today.
She had fallen and suffered a brain bleed. Her partner had to make the decision to turn off the oxygen this morning. I was relieved it wasn’t me who was asked to make the decision, but knew in my heart I would have made the same choice.

Of course events such as this causes one to reflect on one’s own life and death choices. In Australia we are allowed to choose and request euthanasia, if one has a limited time to live. This law was passed only after years of campaigning on both sides of the debate and a referendum. Many are still against the law but I agree with it.
A few weeks ago we made the decision to have our old dog put to sleep after seeing her suffer seizure after seizure. Although we were upset and sad it was so peaceful to die like she did. She was totally relaxed as we fed her treats and gave her kisses. We told her what a lovely friend she’d been to us and thanked her.
That is how I wish to leave this earth, not in pain but with my family by my side.

So I farewell my friend Yvonne and hope she’s found the peace she deserves.