The Suicide Pact

[TheCommuter, BSN, RN]

Today the Shaw sisters are still coming to terms with the loss of both parents. They miss their wit and warmth. But they respect their choice and feel strongly that suicide can be rational. All three say their parents should not have had to risk prosecution to die together at the time of their choosing. Nor should they have had to be alone for the legal protection of their family.

It shouldn't be so difficult for rational people to make this decision,” Kate said. Obviously, care has to be taken but assisted suicide should not be illegal.”

The big sleep

[Farawyn]

Thank you for posting this, TheCommuter.

[KatieMI, BSN, MSN, RN]

Thank you for posting this.

[Hoosier_RN, MSN]

Wow, what a beautiful story about death. If only society could get beyond the finality of death, and could rationalize this process in this manner, some that are so miserable but still cognizant, could participate in last wishes. Not for everyone, but for people like this who are able to come to a rational conclusion.

[bsyrn, ASN, RN]

What a beautiful, thought provoking story. Thank you for sharing this.

[nars_wannabe]

Thanks for sharing this TheCommuter.

[Julius Seizure]

That was a beautiful story

[Scottishtape]

Wow. What an amazing story. I still struggle between my heart and my mind on this subject, constantly arguing with myself to figure out where I stand, and I never seem to come to a concrete stance.

This is a great story for schools to use in these types of ethical conversations because it approaches suicide from a completely different angle. My heart goes out to the family and I'm glad that they are all at peace.

[iluvivt, BSN, RN]

Loved it,thank you

[Mavrick, BSN, RN]

An absolutely beautiful way to end a beautiful life.

I am keeping a copy of Peter's and Pat's letters. They covered all the bases of sound rational decision, no outside influence, done by own hand. This is not a homicide. No investigation needed. Self directed decision makers to the end.

[annabanana2]

This was so beautiful. Thank you so much for posting it.

[NutmeggeRN, BSN]

Thank you for sharing Commuter...I have pretty strong feeling that very much mirror this couple...I can only hope, many years from now, to be able to do the same.