I did not say goodbye. I wasn t through saying hello. Talk in terms that relate to today. For instance, talk about the contents of lunch or when a visitor will be coming. By doing this, an ill person is distracted from dismal thoughts of the future.
Time together is precious.
Time is a gift. Unlike other deaths, terminal illnesses give family members time to express themselves. A letter, a gift or soothing words can be helpful. Also, use the time to plan death. Dying people have the opportunity to talk about death.