Sober and objective, yet deeply moving At first glance, these could be the words of a wife saying goodbye to her husband going to work. But there’s a clue in the uncertainty of when they’ll see each other again – “some time”. In fact they are Mary’s final words to Craig. A few moments later he activates a timer that will turn off his ventilator. Then he swallows a cocktail of sedatives.
Urgent support
We support people facing the end of life and promote choice at that time; we don’t provide information about methods of ending life. For urgent support, Samaritans are on 116 123, free, day or night. Breathing Space is on 0800 83 85 87. For questions about your own care, your GP or palliative care team is the right first call.