Allan posting again. It has been a very long night and day. I called Gail this evening and we spoke briefly. We are now nearing the end and she wanted some time alone with David.
The sheer speed and inexhorable spread of the disease are horrifying. Gail said that we are likely to lose David tonight and that he would be unrecognizable to you now if you were there.
David’s favourite poem was read out at the wedding by his best man, Chris. Gail has asked that it be posted here again for David.
Autumn
by Garrison Keillor
Here on an autumn night in the sweet orchard smell,
Sitting in a pile of leaves under the starry sky,
Oh what stories we could tell
With this starlight to tell them by.
October night, and you, and paradise,
So lovely and so full of grace,
Above your head, the universe has hung its lights,
And I reach out my hand to touch your face.
I believe in impulse, in all that is green,
Believe in the foolish vision that comes true,
Believe that all that is essential is unseen,
And for this lifetime I believe in you.
All of the lovers and the love they made:
Nothing that was between them was a mistake.
All that we did for love’s sake,
Is not wasted and will never fade.
All who have loved shall be forever young
And walk in grandeur on a cool fall night
Along the avenue,
They live in every song that is ever sung,
In every painting of pure light,
In every pas de deux.
Oh love that shines in every star
And love reflected off the silver sea.
Love, a gift to all who would try,
And yet, now held by you and me.
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Our prayers are with you David & Gail through this very difficult time.
Heartbreaking
I spoke to Gail on Friday and she said the doctor told her he had weeks at most. I never expected to see this message today that it would probably not even be days.
I won’t phone her as I know she needs this time to herself, but if you are talking to her please give her my love.
Also, if you hear anything else could you please mail me at Breigh (at) gmail (dot) com Thanks.
Gail, if you are reading this. I’m thinking about you and my heart is aching for you. You are one of the bravest, strongest and thoughtful women I know.. and I truly believe fate brought you into David’s life. Much Love.
I have no words; only thoughts of hope and comfort for you both.
Utterly heartbreaking and painful.
I am sorry that this has progressed as fast as it has and that David’s time is short. I am glad that they had the time together that they had and that they shared the love they did.
My heart goes out to you, Gail. You are in my thoughts.
I wish there was something I could say or do to make it all go away. I am so sorry. *hugs*
I’m so sorry and will be praying. What wonderful memories you made together.
dave made it bearable to go to work.I miss him so much.I Flew with him him over my home with my wife and my daughthers in my pool.
Dear Gail,Our deepest condolences.We’ve been praying for both of you.We’ll Gail you are far away from home.Remain calm,be strong and havecourage.Dave is no longer suffering.You try to continue his dreams and wishes.God has a better plan for him.Take care.Love from all of us.Auntie Susan ,Annie and all.