Thanks for your kind and thoughtful reply Rose

A few days ago I was watching a TV drama, it was about an unrelated issue to my dear friend but I found myself crying watching it. This has happened before with me, like I’m in a safe place away from everyone so I can just let go.

You’re right there was no shock with my friend, she’s been seriously ill several years now to some degree. In fact she’s come back from the brink on more than one occasion and surprised the Drs, but we dare not hope for that again.

Unfortunately I’ve been unable to visit my friend this week as I’ve been working. It’s Christmas Eve and I need to call on my folks this afternoon. I do need to get in to see her hopefully soon. It seems like her condition may mean a move to a nursing home, unfortunately palliative care isn’t available long term. I just hope she can afford somewhere nice.