We never know for sure.....

AZ Jim

AZ Jim

R.I.P. With Us In Spirit Only
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When we will pass from this life. I felt I would live forever until the last year or so. As I lay in bed last night it occurred to me, my time is likely near. I do not fear it. My only regret would be I would not be here to help my wife. I want you guys to feel that I appreciate all of you for having filled many otherwise boring hours for me. Who knows I may be here still sharing with you next year, but just in case, THANK YOU!! Your thoughts?? :love_heart:
 

Jim,

I have those thoughts too!

I figure that all we can do is try to get our shit together and enjoy the time we have left, no worries!

I hope to keep reading your posts for many years to come!

B
 
we are all here for you azjim---have you looked up copd on the computer? they are coming out with new things for copd all the time--i hope you find something that will help
 
Hang in there, Jim. BTW - you're only the second person I've "met" who lives in Surprise, AZ. One of my few close relatives who has moved away from here in southern New England, my niece and her family, live on Heritage Oak Way if that means anything to you. I've never been out there and have no idea of the size of Surprise. Might be nearby or miles away??

Hopefully, tomorrow'll be a better day.:)
 
Jim, I think we all face our mortality and have those thoughts at some point. I'm glad you feel no fear. But I hope you will be around to post with us for many years to come.
 
Jim, we certainly appreciate all your contributions here, and want you around for a long time. Hope you start feeling better soon. :rose:
 
AZ Jim said:
When we will pass from this life. I felt I would live forever until the last year or so. As I lay in bed last night it occurred to me, my time is likely near. I do not fear it. My only regret would be I would not be here to help my wife. I want you guys to feel that I appreciate all of you for having filled many otherwise boring hours for me. Who knows I may be here still sharing with you next year, but just in case, THANK YOU!! Your thoughts?? :love_heart:
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Jim, I’ve touched on those thoughts, as I s’pose many here have.
Get a certain age, the inevitable becomes more tangible.

In reading what you’ve posted in regard to your situation, I imagine that ultimate demise is even more evident, ever present.

You have expressed enjoyment in reading my fractured prose.
That does this ol’ sole’s heart more than you can imagine.
I’ll continue to post them, in hopes they create knowing smiles and nods of remembrances for anyone that decides to read my recollections.
After all, we’ve got memories, experiences, of which can bring warmth when facing the cold realities.

You bring much to this forum

Thank you for that

I’ve got a cat scan coming up, of which I’d just as soon skip.

But not today

No

Not today

of which, heh, is all anybody, young or old, really has
 
First of all, thank you for expressing appreciation. As they say "you don't know the day nor the hour". We have lost so many friends, colleagues, classmates and relatives that it is astonishing. My husband was attending one funeral (sometimes two) a week for awhile there. I'm trying to live my life right so when my time comes, my loved ones will be around me to perhaps east the transition. I don't fear death itself but fear a violent and/or painful death (whether it be quick or long suffering). I wouldn't mind living as long as my mother...97 years. So I'm counting on 26 more to go. Don't know how old you are Jim and don't know why you thought your time might be near but hopefully you'll live a long healthy life as well.
 
OneEyedDiva said:
First of all, thank you for expressing appreciation. As they say "you don't know the day nor the hour". We have lost so many friends, colleagues, classmates and relatives that it is astonishing. My husband was attending one funeral (sometimes two) a week for awhile there. I'm trying to live my life right so when my time comes, my loved ones will be around me to perhaps east the transition. I don't fear death itself but fear a violent and/or painful death (whether it be quick or long suffering). I wouldn't mind living as long as my mother...97 years. So I'm counting on 26 more to go. Don't know how old you are Jim and don't know why you thought your time might be near but hopefully you'll live a long healthy life as well.
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I'll be 82in three months. You'll make 97 and probably more...
 
Good thread, Jim. But remember, it's when you give up that you begin to fail. Happens all the time. So don't give up. You have many friends here and your wife loves you. You have purpose still. Eat your greens everyday, a multi-vitamin, drink lots of fresh spring water, get outside for some fresh air and sunshine, a little walking and stretching, lots of rest, come here for laughter and friendship, and follow Philippians 4:8 (which I think you already do).
 
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Dylan Thomas said:

Do not go gentle into that good night.
Old age should burn and rave at close of day;
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.


Gary O said:

Jim, I’ve touched on those thoughts, as I s’pose many here have.
Get a certain age, the inevitable becomes more tangible.


As for me... my son, my parents, my sister and two of my long time best friends have passed.
All of them symbolized my world that was, a world that is now passing the baton to the next...
and so eventually must we all.

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