6 days ago Chris was doing well, we were in a good place. Today Chris lies in ICU on life support after having had an intracranial bleed. We are scheduled to have the dreaded “family meeting” on Monday, today being Saturday. I just feel numb/sad and totally overwhelmed with the situation I/we as family are confronted with now. Its the uncertainty and helplessness that engulfs you at a time like this.
Again I am amazed by the kindness and support of our friends, I feel truly humbled and blessed to have each one in our lives. I know that they are genuinely touched and saddened by events as well.
My sister is with me, as are my daughters. The boys are not far away.
I spoke to my next door neighbour yesterday to let him know about Chris, he was visibly upset and would have given me a cuddle if the colourbond fence hadn’t been in the way. He knocked on the front door last night after I’d got home from the hospital to see how Chris was. He said that he had been thinking of him all day so much so that it affected his bowls, he was totally off his game. He offered his help in any way.
It’s dawn and I doubt I’ll go back to sleep. The house is quiet, it’s comforting to know I’m not alone. The tears are never far away.
Joans jottings 
We are thinking of you all at this very difficult time. I have no words to comfort you, just know we are here and offering to help in any way.
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Always with you ,hugs are not far away.You have been an amazing person over the past year I have the greatest respect for my dear friend.
We are all here for you ,Chris and family.
Keep up the jottings they may cause a few tears both ends but it is so good of you to share this time it makes you feel so much closer to us.
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Thanks Denise, I know you’re there and that helps. Hugs are pretty good too.
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