Thanks Romain. Of course it would've been better if he (and we) had better circumstances, but all things considered, we were very fortunate. He was able to live much longer than doctors predicted and we all were able to make many great memories as a result.
This was such a series of gut punches. It was already so sad to hear about his heart condition, and then you layered on the reason for why he was denied a heart transplant, and him having to hear it over and over...you did an amazing job telling this story. I've seen the effects of dementia second-hand, through two people close to me, and it's very heartbreaking. I'm glad to read in your comments that he was able to live much longer than the prediction and you ultimately were able to make more memories.
Great essay here. Brave. Sorry you, your fiancee and father all had to go through this. Caring for an elderly parent can be exhausting in so many different ways. Respect for you sharing this.
I’m so sorry for what you and your family went through. Thank you for sharing so candidly and skillfully. We do the best we can given the difficult circumstances. Your piece touched me in ways this comment can’t capture and certainly will move others too.
Chris, I’m so sorry you and your family have had to go through such a heartbreaking journey. This was a beautifully written and deeply moving piece.
Thanks Romain. Of course it would've been better if he (and we) had better circumstances, but all things considered, we were very fortunate. He was able to live much longer than doctors predicted and we all were able to make many great memories as a result.
This was such a series of gut punches. It was already so sad to hear about his heart condition, and then you layered on the reason for why he was denied a heart transplant, and him having to hear it over and over...you did an amazing job telling this story. I've seen the effects of dementia second-hand, through two people close to me, and it's very heartbreaking. I'm glad to read in your comments that he was able to live much longer than the prediction and you ultimately were able to make more memories.
Great essay here. Brave. Sorry you, your fiancee and father all had to go through this. Caring for an elderly parent can be exhausting in so many different ways. Respect for you sharing this.
This turned out beautifully Chris. Well done.
Very touching story Chris, thank you for sharing it so honestly.
I’m so sorry for what you and your family went through. Thank you for sharing so candidly and skillfully. We do the best we can given the difficult circumstances. Your piece touched me in ways this comment can’t capture and certainly will move others too.