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Thanks, Ginger. We did take pictures, even though Jenny didn't want to be in them. What a good time we had - and you are right - bittersweet. Tears were shed, but laughter took center stage.

Today there were 5 friends from our RV park in the living room when our Hospice social worker arrived. She was overjoyed to see what support we have here. I have a friend taking the night watch tonight, so I will take my sleeping pill and hopefully get a good night's rest. Jenny says she will sleep all night so our friend will think I'm making mountains out of molehills! We'll see how it goes...

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Don't we just gain extended families in our RV parks? My uncle and Dad both chose to have their hospice in their park, surrounded by warm air and friends in the same stage of life, who understood. After my Dad passed peacefully, my Mom was surrounded by her friends and 2 sisters, while my sister and I handled all the details of contacting family, airlines, and the funeral home, clearing away the hospital bed and oxygen, accepting food offerings, etc.
When my dear friend and neighbor here had the same experience a few years ago, she was wrapped in the care of this community, and her kids could see that she should remain here instead of alone out in the country in Nebraska, and she is still here.
Tomorrow, we shall have a delayed celebration of my husband's best friend, who was our park ambassador, and passed away at home in August- my friend made the choice to celebrate here, where they spent the past 8 winters.

I am so happy to hear that you and your wife are able to enjoy the love and support of your "intentional family" in this difficult time. Enjoy your well deserved rest tonight!

You will be in my thoughts.
Sue