Hello. It's been a while since I visited. My older sister's husband was diagnosed with terminal bone cancer 3 weeks ago. He's on palliative care. Today she texted me to tell me that he and his doctor have agreed to medical assistance in dying for him.

This is a topic I always agreed with and felt strong about - in the theoretical. But now that it is within my family, I find myself shell shocked over it. It just went from abstract to personal.

I am not close with him; we never really hit it off you could say. But I absolutely loved my sister and am preparing myself to go to her when she tells me she wants me there. She has already told me she wants me to come and share ceremony with her after ... after...

I can't even say the words right now. But that's okay. I'll get there.

I would be grateful for any responses that can help me build up strength and courage so I can attend to my beloved sister. I want to be strong for her when the time comes. Miigwech - thank you.