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Printed from https://writing.com/main/books/entry_id/335720-Terri-Schiavo
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Rated: 13+ · Book · Writing · #932976
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#335720 added March 21, 2005 at 3:27pm
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Terri-Schiavo
I got scared after the Terri Schindler-Schiavo spectacle in the media where right to die and right to murder united in the twilight zone of public opinion; so I made extra several copies of my living will to be placed in several locations.

I am not going to pass judgment on anybody, take sides, preach, orate or anything like that on the subject, because I believe both sides of the argument may have a point or two, and there may be a few murky pieces of truth hidden here and there; therefore, I feel for the judge and anyone who is involved in such a difficult case.

Speaking of my own wishes, I would never want to exist in a vegetative state; yet, I could understand the emotional needs of my next of kin. I also believe if the Creator would want to keep me alive, he wouldn't need a plastic tube for it. I have a living will since 1994, but in the shadow of the Terri Schiavo case, maybe even I was late in making one.

Thinking about it, why not have everyone who turns twenty-one sign a living will, since that would make things much easier on the doctors, families, and judges, and also prevent extra expense and heartache for all.


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