Messymascot's faith in humanity and ginger safe haven


jazzy said:
Morning guys, well at least it is here in St Lucia .

Off to do a bit of whale and dolphin watching today . I do hope the captain doesn't say " when are going to need a bigger boat".

The last time we did such a trip was 20 years ago in India with Johns boats who had a policy that " no see dolphins, no pay".

We saw loads and had loads of free beer but a pissed Scottish gent was adamant that he hadn't seen any dolphins and wouldn't pay. Johns reply was " I didn't know you were Stevie Wonder".

Anyway have a lovely day everyone.
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Enjoy mate. Love St Lucia.
 
Barnfred 55 said:
As you get older T you appreciate that, in the right circumstances, there is a lot to be said for Euthenasia. But it has to be strictly controlled. And also agreed on by all parties, i.e family and authorities. It's a very emotive and difficult topic and one I wouldn't normally entertain. You can tell I've had a drink or two:blush:
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My Dad had lived a fab live. 60 years married, 3 kids who have done ok, 6 wonderful grandchildren. Knew Everton as a successful club as well.

Long story short, the op he needed to cure his problem was not feasible, cos it would kill him most likely, so instead of a life of ever more frequent blood transfusions, being of sound mind, he told the docs to stop any treatment, (pain aside), and he passed away gently with Mum and Sis with him. He would still be in hospital and "alive" if he couldnt make that decision.

He essentially signed his own DNR, which, in my opinion, is a far more dignified end to a life than what many on here seem to experiencing with loved ones.
 

roydo said:
My Dad had lived a fab live. 60 years married, 3 kids who have done ok, 6 wonderful grandchildren. Knew Everton as a successful club as well.

Long story short, the op he needed to cure his problem was not feasible, cos it would kill him most likely, so instead of a life of ever more frequent blood transfusions, being of sound mind, he told the docs to stop any treatment, (pain aside), and he passed away gently with Mum and Sis with him. He would still be in hospital and "alive" if he couldnt make that decision.

He essentially signed his own DNR, which, in my opinion, is a far more dignified end to a life than what many on here seem to experiencing with loved ones.
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Legalising euthanasia would have enabled him to go that one step further, completely eradicate the pain, and, if we're being brutally honest, free up the cost and medical care for somebody else who may actually benefit from it.
 
Evening all. It's Michele's (the neighbour) birthday today and we've been out for a few drinks to celebrate. I really am a bad influence on them. ;) Tomorrow the daughter is cooking Sunday birthday lunch, which I'm also invited to. Because the Christmas cruise they went on wasn't very Christmassy, they're having Turkey etc tomorrow, so a belated Christmas dinner. Suits me.

Hope you are all having a good Everton free weekend. Spingo special and spicy chicken fried rice for me later.;)
 
Barnfred 55 said:
Legalising euthanasia would have enabled him to go that one step further, completely eradicate the pain, and, if we're being brutally honest, free up the cost and medical care for somebody else who may actually benefit from it.
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Pain wasnt too much of an issue, but that ^^^^^ was also part of his thinking. He was offered a (risky) surgery slot a week or so before Nikki's funeral, but declined it so he could say farewell. In his mind, there was no point nor value nor any help for Mum in him being continuously treated for a condition that could not be cured, was not painful, and used up pints and pints of blood that could be put to better use, every 4 weeks.

That said, we all view this stuff through our own lens/experience.
 
roydo said:
My Dad had lived a fab live. 60 years married, 3 kids who have done ok, 6 wonderful grandchildren. Knew Everton as a successful club as well.

Long story short, the op he needed to cure his problem was not feasible, cos it would kill him most likely, so instead of a life of ever more frequent blood transfusions, being of sound mind, he told the docs to stop any treatment, (pain aside), and he passed away gently with Mum and Sis with him. He would still be in hospital and "alive" if he couldnt make that decision.

He essentially signed his own DNR, which, in my opinion, is a far more dignified end to a life than what many on here seem to experiencing with loved ones.
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These decisions can be fraught at times. About 10 years ago Mrs bl ā€˜s dad was in hospital with a severe urinary infection, he was 90 at the time. A young GP came in , spoke to him and he signed/agreed to a DNR . Mrs bl was quite upset when she found out as her dad wasnā€™t fully aware of what heā€™d agreed to and she put in a complaint about the way it had been handled, particularly about not involving her or ensuring a 90 year old fully understood what he was agreeing to.
 
blueloon said:
These decisions can be fraught at times. About 10 years ago Mrs bl ā€˜s dad was in hospital with a severe urinary infection, he was 90 at the time. A young GP came in , spoke to him and he signed/agreed to a DNR . Mrs bl was quite upset when she found out as her dad wasnā€™t fully aware of what heā€™d agreed to and she put in a complaint about the way it had been handled, particularly about not involving her or ensuring a 90 year old fully understood what he was agreeing to.
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It deffo isnt a straight line process mate. Thats why I said we all view it through our own lens.

As her stated next of kin, I had the say on a DNR for Nikki after her 4th cardiac in 2 hours. Her sis and Mum both said it could/would be cruel, so I respected their opinion. I "knew" she would pull through anyrate.

Jeez; in other news, son #1 has proposed to his GF and she said Yep the other day. She is an absolute treasure.
 

anjelikaferrett said:
I'm genuinely gobsmacked at how Craig Pawson is reffing the Newcastle match. He's let tackles worse than DCL's go unpunished yet he's the one who told Kavanagh to send him off. He definitely hates us.
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What I think is unfair is that some games in the cup have VAR and others donā€™t. It should be the same rules for all plus heā€™d never have been sent off if that were the case.
 
roydo said:
It deffo isnt a straight line process mate. Thats why I said we all view it through our own lens.

As her stated next of kin, I had the say on a DNR for Nikki after her 4th cardiac in 2 hours. Her sis and Mum both said it could/would be cruel, so I respected their opinion. I "knew" she would pull through anyrate.

Jeez; in other news, son #1 has proposed to his GF and she said Yep the other day. She is an absolute treasure.
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Congratulations to the happy couple.šŸ’šŸ„‚
 

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