The Kaleb Horton Deceased Latvian Foreign Minister Thread, 2025 Edition

[matedog]

I know some people forego treatment for a lot of good reasons.

Pierre Trudeau (Justin's dad) was diagnosed with cancer not long after an alzheimer's diagnosis. He opted against treatment because he concluded he'd rather die than live having lost his faculties. I'm pretty sure I'd make the same choice. It's also suggestive that if hadn't gotten cancer, he'd have pursued suicide at some point.

Zevon did it too for good reasons. This is the blurb that rubbed me the wrong way: "Lewis refused medical treatment for her cancer, saying in 2024 that her plan "was to get out excessive toxins in my body. I felt like my body is intelligent, I know that to be true. Our bodies are brilliantly made... I decided to keep my tumor and try to work it out of my body a different way.""

[Flex]

Zevon did it too for good reasons. This is the blurb that rubbed me the wrong way: "Lewis refused medical treatment for her cancer, saying in 2024 that her plan "was to get out excessive toxins in my body. I felt like my body is intelligent, I know that to be true. Our bodies are brilliantly made... I decided to keep my tumor and try to work it out of my body a different way.""

Yeah, sounds like she was a Steve Jobs-esque quack.

[JennyB]

I know some people forego treatment for a lot of good reasons.

Pierre Trudeau (Justin's dad) was diagnosed with cancer not long after an alzheimer's diagnosis. He opted against treatment because he concluded he'd rather die than live having lost his faculties. I'm pretty sure I'd make the same choice. It's also suggestive that if hadn't gotten cancer, he'd have pursued suicide at some point.

My father in law has advanced dementia and also recently got diagnosed with leukemia. They aren't going to treat the leukemia. Totally different situation though.

[Dr. Medulla]

I know some people forego treatment for a lot of good reasons.

Pierre Trudeau (Justin's dad) was diagnosed with cancer not long after an alzheimer's diagnosis. He opted against treatment because he concluded he'd rather die than live having lost his faculties. I'm pretty sure I'd make the same choice. It's also suggestive that if hadn't gotten cancer, he'd have pursued suicide at some point.

My father in law has advanced dementia and also recently got diagnosed with leukemia. They aren't going to treat the leukemia. Totally different situation though.

I'm so sorry to see this. An absolutely horrible and distressing situation for all involved. You and VH have my sympathies.

[Silent Majority]

I know some people forego treatment for a lot of good reasons.

Pierre Trudeau (Justin's dad) was diagnosed with cancer not long after an alzheimer's diagnosis. He opted against treatment because he concluded he'd rather die than live having lost his faculties. I'm pretty sure I'd make the same choice. It's also suggestive that if hadn't gotten cancer, he'd have pursued suicide at some point.

My father in law has advanced dementia and also recently got diagnosed with leukemia. They aren't going to treat the leukemia. Totally different situation though.

I'm so sorry for Scott, Ari, and you. We shouldn't have to bear this stuff.

[laxman]

I know some people forego treatment for a lot of good reasons.

Pierre Trudeau (Justin's dad) was diagnosed with cancer not long after an alzheimer's diagnosis. He opted against treatment because he concluded he'd rather die than live having lost his faculties. I'm pretty sure I'd make the same choice. It's also suggestive that if hadn't gotten cancer, he'd have pursued suicide at some point.

My father in law has advanced dementia and also recently got diagnosed with leukemia. They aren't going to treat the leukemia. Totally different situation though.

So sorry to hear that. Dementia got my mum and has robbed my father-in law of his short term memory. A cruel disease. My best wishes to your father-in -law.

[Dr. Medulla]

The mention of leukemia made me think of my dad—that's what got him—and to realize that next month it'll be 25 years. Days grind but years fly.

[Mimi]

I know some people forego treatment for a lot of good reasons.

Pierre Trudeau (Justin's dad) was diagnosed with cancer not long after an alzheimer's diagnosis. He opted against treatment because he concluded he'd rather die than live having lost his faculties. I'm pretty sure I'd make the same choice. It's also suggestive that if hadn't gotten cancer, he'd have pursued suicide at some point.

My father in law has advanced dementia and also recently got diagnosed with leukemia. They aren't going to treat the leukemia. Totally different situation though.

I'm so sorry.

[Sparky]

I know some people forego treatment for a lot of good reasons.

Pierre Trudeau (Justin's dad) was diagnosed with cancer not long after an alzheimer's diagnosis. He opted against treatment because he concluded he'd rather die than live having lost his faculties. I'm pretty sure I'd make the same choice. It's also suggestive that if hadn't gotten cancer, he'd have pursued suicide at some point.

My father in law has advanced dementia and also recently got diagnosed with leukemia. They aren't going to treat the leukemia. Totally different situation though.

Sorry to hear about that JennyB.

[Flex]

I know some people forego treatment for a lot of good reasons.

Pierre Trudeau (Justin's dad) was diagnosed with cancer not long after an alzheimer's diagnosis. He opted against treatment because he concluded he'd rather die than live having lost his faculties. I'm pretty sure I'd make the same choice. It's also suggestive that if hadn't gotten cancer, he'd have pursued suicide at some point.

My father in law has advanced dementia and also recently got diagnosed with leukemia. They aren't going to treat the leukemia. Totally different situation though.

I'm so sorry, Mrs. B. Awful to go through.

[gkbill]

Hello,

I'm sorry for your difficult situation, JennyB.

[Marky Dread]

I know some people forego treatment for a lot of good reasons.

Pierre Trudeau (Justin's dad) was diagnosed with cancer not long after an alzheimer's diagnosis. He opted against treatment because he concluded he'd rather die than live having lost his faculties. I'm pretty sure I'd make the same choice. It's also suggestive that if hadn't gotten cancer, he'd have pursued suicide at some point.

My father in law has advanced dementia and also recently got diagnosed with leukemia. They aren't going to treat the leukemia. Totally different situation though.

Very saddened to hear this news Jenny.

[JennyB]

Thanks all! I feel the worst for my MIL because as a nurse, she takes on this burden more than necessary. And she is such a kind woman. We went to see him yesterday and it's just so bad. Nobody should be made to live like this. I appreciate all of the kind words, everyone!

[JennyB]

The mention of leukemia made me think of my dad—that's what got him—and to realize that next month it'll be 25 years. Days grind but years fly.

I am so sorry and you are so right.

[coffeepotman]

So sorry to hear this, we went through a similar situation with my wife's father. It's just so sad