My friend is in the end-stages - cancer

What would you say in this situation?

My friend is in the end-stages of cancer. I want to say something helpful or comforting to him.

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cancer, real life scripts, death, body & mind, health

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	JohnMarionFrancis Romance short story writing... Say this: “Before I Close My Eyes For The Last Time A letter request of me from a friend’s wife who decided to stop her chemo therapy. This is what I wrote for her... My dearest... More » no comments Helpful (1) Funny (0) Inspirational (2)
	quidproquo Say this: “I agree with the other posters, but just wanted to add this...Just talk to them! So many people avoid those who are dying because they don't know what to say, or are afraid... More » no comments Helpful (1) Funny (0) Inspirational (0)
	Jersey Mom Keeping our lives together!... Say this: “I think anyone that is in the end stages of life has already accepted their passing, they fears for the loved ones they are leaving behind. I feel the best thing you can say is... More » 2 comments Helpful (1) Funny (0) Inspirational (0)
	jksgrm raising kids, caring for a... Say this: “One of my closest friends just died this past March. I was with her almost everyday of her illness. She didn't want anything Negative said around her,. She was fighting for... More » no comments
	DanielleBurch Psychology, overcoming... Say this: “Acting strange or sympathetic will probably make them feel worse...don't treat them any different than usual; you know, recall good times you've had together, joke with... More » 1 comment Helpful (1) Funny (0) Inspirational (0)
	DannyO Computers, literature, how... Say this: “Is there anything I can do to help you? Any loose ends I can help you tie up, to help you get your affairs in order? Have you talked to your lawyer? Anything you want me to... More » no comments
	happywmylife People , Life, Loss, family... Say this: “refer to last coment I submitted” More » no comments
	happywmylife People , Life, Loss, family... Say this: “Please don't treat me or look at me like a sick person. I just want everyone to lighten up, and be the way they have always been with me. I need more than ever now to live!... More » no comments
	Darlong Master of Health Sciences... Say this: “How are you doing today? I want you to know I care about you, and really value the time we spend together. How is your pain level? What do you want to do today?” More » 1 comment
	TheShoMan The Entertainment Biz,... Say this: “Tell your friend "You have lived a good life. You have made a difference to everyone you touch, everyday! Today you start a new phase in your life. It will be filled with... More » no comments
	babebunyan I have many things, where... Say this: “Just make sure you tell them that YOU love them and so does Jesus! ” More » no comments
	AZKelley Cooking and collecting... Say this: “"Joe," I am so glad to see (talk to) you today. I enjoy our conversations. How are things going today? (wait for reply & listen) Is there anything I can do for you? (wait for... More » no comments
	Arisan cooking authentic mexican... Say this: “I lost my dad due to cancer, my best friend has cancer was diagnosed it last year, my mother in law is dying, cancer too... I often feel deeply sad, worst thing I don' know... More » no comments
	PrettyBabyBlueEyes friendship, clinical... Say this: “I love and I'm here.” More » 1 comment
	hickchick46 children,men,books,God... Say this: “this is to continue the post about my mother. After she had been deceased for a year I found a little notebook that she had written in.In her note she wrote that I dont know... More » no comments
	Hanny Say this: “Happiness is when you are in the situation where you can feel that GoD is so close to you. Trust me, you will have the answer of many 'why' in life. Enjoy every second of it,... More » 1 comment
	Searching1955 God, painting, remodeling,... Say this: “Talk about what they've enjoyed in life, things that meant something to them. People or things that changed their life. Listen to the stories, read to them, hold them, comfort... More » no comments
	check out chuck Say this: “Let's start living the hell out of life.” More » no comments
	KenWritez I know something about... Say this: “"Can I have your stuff when you're dead?"” More » 11 comments Helpful (1) Funny (3) Inspirational (1)
	hdlady98 Say this: “I would let them speak, they already know what is happening. You feel more un-comfortable than the person that is doing the dying, let them know the importance they had in... More » 1 comment Helpful (1) Funny (0) Inspirational (0)
	digtexas politics, criminal law,... Say this: “As a Stage IV cancer survivor, I can tell you that it is more about listening to your friend, than what you say to the person. It meant a lot to me when people showed that they... More » no comments Helpful (1) Funny (0) Inspirational (1)
	Fromz The more I learn, the more... Say this: “"Did you see Dallas get spanked?" Or any other non-cancer related thing that may interest your friend. Touch your friend if it's appropriate, a lot. You wouldn't believe... More » no comments
	AbiRu Say this: “What are you thinking about? What do you want to talk about? Is there anything that you want me to take care of?” More » 1 comment Helpful (2) Funny (0) Inspirational (2)
	CarterGC Pastoring rural... Say this: “I will have this conversation probably on Monday with a friend who has never really had trouble finding reasons for gratitude and selflessness in the nine years that I have... More » 1 comment Helpful (0) Funny (0) Inspirational (3)
	Zion Karbah Women are important Say this: “ The best Gift and comfort is the word of GOD.lET NOT YOUR FRIEND IGNORE.i ENCOURAGE HIM THAT gOD IS THE MANUFATURAL OF HIS LIFE,AND HE CAN HEAL.” More » no comments
	myagewriter Raising good kids;... Say this: “i don't want you to worry. I'll keep my eye on (whomever your friend might be worried about leaving-maybe a child or spouse). I got you covered. ” More » 3 comments Helpful (1) Funny (0) Inspirational (1)
	Otter Counseling, changing... Say this: “"How are you?" So many times we do not ask because we are afraid of the answer. People who are dying often do not have anyone to whom they can speak freely about their... More » no comments Helpful (2) Funny (0) Inspirational (1)
	Dean Shrock Psychologist, author,... Say this: “My work and research with cancer patients and their families concluded the need to feel listened to, cared for, and supported. If you're not sure what to say, I recommend that... More » no comments Helpful (4) Funny (0) Inspirational (0)
	Jim1967 Macintosh computers,... Say this: “The life you are living touches and changes the lives of others, and goes on to affect the lives of those around the ones you have known. In this way, you go on influencing... More » 1 comment Helpful (2) Funny (0) Inspirational (2)
	Impostor As Manuel in Fawlty Towers... Say this: “I will tell you what my mom said to me when she was dying: The best thing someone could say to her that would make her feel comforted -- I'm going to miss you soooooo... More » no comments Helpful (3) Funny (0) Inspirational (3)
	PunkinMojo being human, the pain of... Say this: “I just want to thank you for blessing my life with your friendship and love. I am a better person for knowing you. I will always have happy memories of the times we've spent... More » 2 comments Helpful (0) Funny (0) Inspirational (2)
	Dextajean I know how to be a good... Say this: “It will be so hard for all of us to live without your presence, but we will have each other, and we know we will meet again. We love you forever.” More » 1 comment Helpful (1) Funny (0) Inspirational (0)
	willmize mystery novelist, blogger,... Say this: “I love you. Thank you for being in my life. I am gonna miss you so damn much.” More » no comments Helpful (2) Funny (0) Inspirational (1)
	BookdivaDee I know a lot about people.... Say this: “You will not be forgotten. When I think of you, I think of your spirit, not the physical you. We are more than flesh and bones. We are spirit. Spirit never dies. God gives... More » 4 comments Helpful (3) Funny (0) Inspirational (9)
	Beach Momma food, time management,... Say this: “I want you to know that I love you, and cherish every moment of our time together.” More » no comments Helpful (2) Funny (0) Inspirational (2)
	RobinMillerMD I am an experienced... Say this: “Rick, I just want you to know that I love you and I am here for you. Is there anything you need or anything you would like me to do? We can talk or I can just sit here and be... More » 2 comments Helpful (4) Funny (0) Inspirational (2)