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Jul 05, 2018, 10:27 AM
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Member Since: Nov 2002
Location: Mid World
Posts: 18,104
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Is it wrong that I just want to be compassionate here? I feel like I'm not doing anything more than I've done for elderly neighbors who went to hospice, etc. Except they didn't cause me pain and drama...
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I don't believe it is wrong to ever be compassionate. I admire that you want to be compassionate with someone who has hurt you in the past. 
It wasn't until I posted my last reply that I realized you said he was losing his eyesight. Texts are probably not the best way to communicate. 
You mention having a written list of "safe" topics. I like that idea. That way if he says something that throws you off you can consult the list.
Would it be possible to start the conversation by saying you only have a few minutes, but wanted to check in on him. You mentioned setting a timer. At the end of the time tell him you have to go.
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