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[quote=Anonymous]OP, I just wanted to say I am sorry. This sounds really hard on many different levels. My Mom died when she was 66 of mucosal melanoma. I had a couple of months to get used to her being gone - and then she was. I know she was scared but she put on a brave front. At age 91, your Dad can’t bounce back like someone younger and I would encourage you to take some time off work and be with him. It sounds like his body is preparing him for transition (I don’t remember the words hospice used but fevers and falling and vomiting - his body is for lack of a better word - failing).

I was pregnant when my Mom was sick and I did not take time to be with her as much as I should have. I had some pregnancy complications and I was saving leave for postpartum. It’s a huge regret of mine but it was so hard to see my Mom frail and incoherent. So I also avoided it.

I just wanted to encourage you to spend time with your Dad now if you can. Hope your work trip is short and you’re home soon. Sending strength.

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