My heart is breaking as I
sit with my husband in his hospice room while he is battling brain cancer. Why do good people have to leave us so soon while the Dick Cheney's of the world live on and on? My husband was a great Democrat and worked tirelessly for Obama/Biden on both campaigns.
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and your husband, spartan61. I wish there was something I could do, and I do understand the pain you're going through. You're both in my thoughts.
It can't be easy for either of you. 
((((hugs))))
Diane
The world would be a much better place if life were fair. I am so sorry that it's being extra unfair to you. And I am so sorry for what you and your husband are going through. It's heartbreaking in every way.
So sorry...
I am sorry. I wish I could change it. I swear I do. 
We are all here whenever you need us.
I'm so sorry...
Peace...
Big strong hugs for your family. Please, please know even strangers can care about others..
Tikki
I understand how hard this must be for both of you and your entire family. You and your husband will be in my thoughts and prayers.
No answers for you, the good ones always go too soon. I'm so sorry, spartan61.
My brother-in-law died after a routine angioplasty. I couldn't understand why a good liberal died and guys like Rush Limbaugh were still walking around. Just not fair.
My heart is with you and your family, Spartan.
2na
to you both, spartan61.
I don't know why it happens. But I do know it's the saddest thing in the world when it does.
Know that all of us here at DU are sending you shoulders, strength and love.
The grim reaper is indifferent. He comes for us all, and his timing can be shit.
It's heartbreaking to read about, thank you for sharing this. You and your husband are in my thoughts.
I wish I could give you and your family a big hug.
I am so very, very sorry for the pain you're feeling.
Words aren't adequate. Nothing is.
Please know you're in my thoughts and I send hugs of comfort to you and your dear husband.
He sounds like a terrific guy. He did good ... something to be very proud of ...
Lots of hugs to both of you.
A big for you both. My thoughts are with both of you.
I hope you can find a way to work with him still.
I know just how you feel. My husband battled metastatic melanoma 6 1/2 years ago. It had settled in his brain. (occipital lobe) I lost him 7 years ago this October. There's no point in trying to make any sense of it. Believe me, I tried. Just stay strong and try to muddle through. Make sure you have friends and/or family around to give you both some much needed support. And if you ever want to chat with someone who "Gets it" please don't hesitate to PM me. Peace to you and yours.
My heart goes out to you.
There is no justice in any of it. And it is just those people that we love, and those that love us back, that helps make the world easier to live in.
I wish you all support in the world, from every quarter, at this time, and comfort for your husband.
for both of you
I understand your pain. My 69 year old dad was taken suddenly in 2000. He never hurt anyone and was a good dad. I still ask why, we always will. Perhaps the bad ones live as an example to avoid their brand of evil.
Peace to the both of you. 
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TYY
Yesterday was the 7 year anniversary of losing my little sister to brain cancer.
your husband is filled with good energy that he simply used up sharing it with those around him.
And the Dick Cheney's of the world live on and on because they are leeches who use up everyone else's good energy.
So sorry about your husband.
... to you.
I wish I knew the answer to your question as to why the good souls are taken so soon.
I wish you and your family peace during and after this most difficult time.
Maybe there is some solace in thinking that he's in good company with
those we lost--too soon--like Jack Kennedy, Bobby Kennedy, Martin Luther King, Jr.
I am so sorry that you and your hubby are going through this. Give
him a hug for me for all the good he has done...and here's a cyberhug
for you.
The universe isn't fair, but your husband's work was and is greatly appreciated.
is all i can do. wish it was more. 
and the rest of your family.
I barely know what to say except that I will pray for you both.
We lost our 46 Y-O nephew earlier this year to brain cancer. It is impossible to understand how we can lose our loved ones so young.
My thoughts are with you.
and it's absolutely gut retching
i can't answer your question. i've come to believe that why is the question we don't get an answer to.
I'm so sorry.
i lost my first husband when he was 27, i was 25...and my second hubby when he was 47 and i was 50.
i agree with billy joel.
But I know what you are going through and that makes tears well up in my eyes and it hurts. And if that little bit of honest empathy helps you just a tiny bit, then I'm really good with it. 
I hope he is at peace. Even moreso, I hope you are getting some rest. Please remember to take care of yourself during this very trying time. Even a little bit of sleep here and there will help.
My deepest sympathies that you all are dealing with this.
cheney's hell is living.
light to you......
Your feelings are only natural...I used to rant about Donald Trump after my husband was diagnosed. There is no answer, of course. Just love him.
Sorrow shared is lessened.....
I'm so so sorry--there is nothing worse than loss.
with you
May you have all the courage and loving support in the Universe ...
Life is so unfair . . .
I am so sorry and know that you are not alone. My Dad died recently and I still miss him but the all consuming grief is lifting.
My thoughts, prayers, positive vibes and whatever else good I can extend to your husband and you and your family are with you
