So I pray for her and her dying
Husband.
His cancer was far advanced before it was
Discovered, and now hospice begins.
I've been through it.
I know the waiting, the constant watch for
End of life signals,
Wondering whether I can risk leaving for
The night.
Will he be alive in the morning?
Greeting guests,
Comforting them as they try to comfort
Me.
Wishing some of them would leave.
Chatting with his family,
Wondering if he can hear,
Whispering love messages in his ear.
Singing "Jesus loves me, this I know..."
Is he cold?
Is he in pain?
Telling him it's okay to go,
Caressing his hands,
Massaging his feet,
Praying,
Waiting until the angels get their order,
"Bring Jack home."
Being grateful beyond grateful that I was
Allowed to be there to see him off.
I've been through it, but for my
Friends, it's all new.
"Jesus, just like you did me, please
Sustain them too."