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15 years on (continued)

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Posted 11 Aug 2014 at 09:52
Barry dear friend,
We have been reading the other comments, so apt and poignant, and hope you had a peaceful night. We hope your onward journey is blessed. HE will be there with you, to carry you on, so there will only be one set of footprint in the sand......

We are going to the "get-together" in London in October, to get to know other volunteers for PCUK, and we are going to try to see the poppies around the Tower, to pay tribute to all the men and women who lost their lives fighting , and to remember that there are an awful lot of people since the first World War who have lost the battle for life. We have "bought" a poppy, and I will be putting your name added to the others for battling in many different ways of fighting, both as Top-Gun and for helping others in their own battle for life.

Remember the wonderful story of two sets of footprints on our journey through life, until only one set is seen at times, and that is when Jesus carries us in the difficult times....

God Bless you Barry, and we remember too the fun times. The "Boobies" you had a cuddle at Leicester..... Karen forgive me!!!

With love from us both, Shirley xxxxxxxxx
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Posted 11 Aug 2014 at 15:44
Barry you are an amazing man indeed an elevated life form, forever helping those within and even without your reach. You have touched the hearts of so many people that your own final journey should be one with the names and faces of all those who love you and the presence of the many you have already lost, guiding you and comforting you to a place of wonderful serenity.
I hate to say goodbye so prefer to do the French thing and say a bientot... until the next time.
Mick would scowl at me as I weep for you now.
Safe journey lovely man and biggest hugs to you and all your family
Xxx Mandy Mo
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Posted 11 Aug 2014 at 15:46
Hi guys

This is James typing this post, because if I did it would take me ages as I get confused with this keypad.

Hard decisions have been made and all my family have visited in the last 24 hours, and understand that I will no longer be taking curative medication as my liver bloods continue to rise, and basically they are not working and total liver failure is immanent.........60 to 1550. I am at times loosing lucidity and going into strange worlds. I will still be taking palliative medication for any pain I get. I will be staying in the hospice as literally I can't get out of bed on my own and need two people at all times. Even were I to get home Karen would need another person there all the time to help with even the simplest of tasks.

As I have previously said, I have enjoyed life to the full and now is the time to let go. Thank you for all your support. I am aware things won't happen over night but this will be my last posting, so there is no need to reply.


For those still fighting your own battles I wish you all the best. God bless you all and truly remember ……


That life is for living Barry (alias Barrington).

Ps any mistakes were made by James!!
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Posted 11 Aug 2014 at 15:59

Hi Barry (and thank you James for typing).


 


Au revoir my friend (we WILL meet again!).http://community.prostatecanceruk.org/editors/tiny_mce/plugins/emoticons/img/smiley-smile.gif


 


No fat lady is singing yet, but when she starts, give her a kick on behalf of us all.


 


I fully understand your position now and know that you've achieved all you needed to on 'That List' - and you've done it with style.


 


Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Karen and all your loved ones.


 


We'll continue our parties in the sky, Barry.http://community.prostatecanceruk.org/editors/tiny_mce/plugins/emoticons/img/smiley-smile.gif


 


God bless you.


 


 


Thank you for all you have given us,


 


George, Lynn and Katrina.

B2PCa
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Posted 11 Aug 2014 at 16:18
Hi

Karen and I have logged him off the account.


Should he manage to get back in please take no notice of any posts unless it's typed by Karen or myself as sometimes dad types a post without knowing what he is typing and could be meaningless.

James.
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Posted 11 Aug 2014 at 17:16

Thank you James, Karen and family for continuing to think of us, as indeed we carry on thinking with Barry in our hearts.


May you all continue with the strength and courage you have shown so far and know that so many on here are with you in thought and spirit.


A hard time for all of you.


Bless you all.


Sandra

We can't control the winds - but we can adjust our sails
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Posted 11 Aug 2014 at 17:23
Sending my love. As so many have said you were an inspiration to Mike and I. There are plenty of our menfolk waiting to greet you on the other side, but I am sure willing you to stay here. As spurs ark so eloquently put it a few years back, it is a rocky road and I am very sad you appear to be so near its end. rest well, Judie.
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Posted 11 Aug 2014 at 18:15

Wishing you a peaceful journey Barry.


You have touched many lives and for the better. It has been a pleasure to meet you and thank you for all your input over the years.


Rob


 

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Posted 11 Aug 2014 at 19:14

Barry,Karen and faamily


I have been fortunate to have shared my ten year journey with some great fellow  travellers none more so than Top Gun. I want simply to say "Thank you for your encouragement. For being ever willing to consider everyone's concerns about this horrible b-----d complaint.


It has been and will continue to be a privilege to have shared  so much. You will remain our Top Gun for some time to come - I'll see to that if need be. You have my heart-felt Royal Naval salute to take with you mate.


 

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Posted 11 Aug 2014 at 20:32
We only met briefly Barry but we have enjoyed some lively exchanges on here :-)

You've held an hand out to me, in your own unique way, when I have been down and offered many words of support . I have always valued you as an integral part of my support network and that will continue as your legacy will live on

You now have this time with your loved ones around you and I pray you remain pain free

Thank you from the bottom of my heart

Siree old lad

Bri

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Posted 11 Aug 2014 at 22:37

Gods blessings on your journey, thank you to you and your family for sharing your story and your thoughts with everyone on this forum. It has been an invaluable support to many.. even me who does not post much.


You and your family are in my prayers


Lorraine x

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Posted 11 Aug 2014 at 23:06

Hope you have pain free journey mate ... thanks for all that you have done for these forums , thinking of all your family at this hard time .


Dave Mack .

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Posted 11 Aug 2014 at 23:15
Barry Karen and family I honestly haven't the words to help you at this time everything has already been said and what a tribute to a good man.
I remember when you and Eric were having chemo you tried the coldcap Eric.thought great Barry can try it first when I read him your post that you wouldn't take it again that was a no go area for him both of you were so vain.Eric.wanted to meet you all at your next meeting with all the gang .sadly he never made it .but you never know maybe you will meet soon.please have a peaceful night be pain free.
My best wishes to you all at this time.
Carol x
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Posted 12 Aug 2014 at 00:41
Barry & Family,
Barbara and I are so sorry that your condition worsens. We hope the pain alleviation medication is working well. When the time comes, you will join some of the very special people we have come to know and care about and who will be long remembered with admiration and affection. Rest well my friend.
Barry
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Posted 12 Aug 2014 at 09:23
Barry and your dear family are on my mind this morning.

I hope a peaceful night has been passed for you all, it's heart rending for everyone concerned.God speed my friend.

With love
Allison xxx
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Posted 12 Aug 2014 at 17:56
Stand easy TG you gave it your best shot.Diesel x
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Posted 17 Aug 2014 at 17:03
Hi all, Karen has asked me to just let you all know that they are tootling along. TG has very little appetite now but is using all his persuasive skills to get away with eating puddings and iced drinks, his pain is fairly well-managed and he has been up to having the occasional visitor. Some friends of theirs have created a phenomenal piece of art and donated it to the hospice to be auctioned off .... it seems that even now, our Barrington (with help from the people that love him) is able to make a difference for others who will come after him.

Karen will let us know if there is any change and she and TG know that we are all thinking of them.
"Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards." Soren Kierkegaard
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Posted 17 Aug 2014 at 17:48
Thanks for passing that on Lyn.

It's comforting news, if that's possible to say in the circumstances.

I'm so glad you posted this.

We're thinking of Barry and Karen constantly.



George, Lynn & Kat
B2PCa
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Posted 17 Aug 2014 at 18:00
Lyn, many thanks for forwarding the message that TG is still eating his puds !

As George says, he is very much in our thoughts and prayers, forward back to Karen our fondest love for her at this difficult time.


Chris and Shirley xxxx
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Posted 17 Aug 2014 at 18:38
Thank you Lyn for the update.
 
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