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Barbara Bush in Failing Health

ms traditional — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 18:43:47 GMT

This from the Bush office:

“Following a recent series of hospitalizations, and after consulting her family and doctors, Mrs. Bush, now age 92, has decided not to seek additional medical treatment and will instead focus on comfort care. It will not surprise those who know her that Barbara Bush has been a rock in the face of her failing health, worrying not for herself — thanks to her abiding faith — but for others,” the statement reads.

I didn't see medical details. Prayers up for a wonderful First Lady and the family.

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momtochloe — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 19:06:50 GMT

I was just coming to post this @ms traditional. I am so sorry to hear this. Prayers for Mrs. Bush and the Bush family.

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Jacie — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 18:49:51 GMT

She is an amazing woman, I am sorry to hear this. Prayers.

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ms traditional — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 19:11:15 GMT

@momtochloe thanks for the link which expands on her condition. wow - she and Pres. Bush 41 have been married 73 years. edited: i see the link to CNN was deleted. it explained that she suffers from COPD and congestive heart failure, fyi.

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on the bay — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 18:56:51 GMT

I saved her speech when she gave the commencement address at Wesley.

I have always admired her so much.

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151949 — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 19:04:44 GMT

Of all the first ladies we've had in my lifetime I liked and admired Barbara Bush the most. I also liked 41 when he was president.

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momtochloe — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 19:15:10 GMT

From CNN:

(CNN)Former first lady Barbara Bush is in failing health, a source close to the Bush family tells CNN.

At 92 years old, Bush has been suffering for some time and has been in and out of the hospital multiple times in the last year while battling with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, or COPD, and congestive heart failure.

The source said she is being cared for at her home in Houston and has decided she does not want to go back into the hospital.

The office of former President George H. W. Bush released a statement, confirming after a "recent series of hospitalizations," she has decided against seeking additional medical help.

"It will not surprise those who know her that Barbara Bush has been a rock in the face of her failing health, worrying not for herself — thanks to her abiding faith — but for others. She is surrounded by a family she adores, and appreciates the many kind messages and especially the prayers she is receiving," the statement continued.

The Bushes have been married for 73 years.

Bush is the only living wife of one former President and the mother of another former President.

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SXMGirl — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 19:16:07 GMT

@ms traditional, thanks for posting. I always liked her and felt that she had a strength about her that is rarely seen. This could not have been an easy decision and I wish her peace in that decision.

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ms traditional — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 19:20:57 GMT

@SXMGirl wrote:
@ms traditional, thanks for posting. I always liked her and felt that she had a strength about her that is rarely seen. This could not have been an easy decision and I wish her peace in that decision.

@SXMGirl considering what spunk and grit that woman has shown us over the years, i am sure it was a difficult decision. may her days be filled with love and family.

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Mominohio — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 19:26:05 GMT

Very sad to hear the news, but happy that she has made her decision, and has her family's support and presence at this time.

I always loved her no nonsense kind of way of looking at the world, as well as her sense of humor. She has weathered a lot of stress, with so much of her family in political life over the years. It is not easy on a wife and mother to cope with all the events and trials her family has experienced.

LIfe well lived, Mrs. Bush, prayers for comfort for both her and the entire family.

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cherry — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 19:32:08 GMT

Of all our First Ladies she has always been my favorite. I just loved her and Millie

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goldensrbest — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 19:32:25 GMT

She has lived a long life,and very fortunate one at that ,she always seemed to a person one could look up to.

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Pearlee — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 19:32:38 GMT

Thanks to @Beth-QVC for taking the time to only delete a link and not zap the entire post or thread with this news.

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cherry — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 19:38:43 GMT

What a dear Lady

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deepwaterdotter — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 19:45:05 GMT

She served with class and propriety as First Lady. May she and her family feel love and comfort during her remaining days.

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Drythe — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 19:43:19 GMT

I admire the Stregnth of her decision.

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moon_gazer — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 19:45:39 GMT

As one of my favorite first ladies, I am saddened to hear this, but, would probably do the same thing, myself, if faced with the same health situation. She has always been a tower of strength to her family and friends and a no nonsense type of person. I so admire her. As a parent who has lost a child, I can say that it is a sadness you carry with you for the rest of your life, and knowing that she and Pres. Bush lost a daughter many years ago, I know that is something she has always carried. Prayers for the entire Bush family.

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Greeneyedlady21 — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 19:48:06 GMT

It is a strong decision. She has lived a long wonderful life, also had hardships. All the best to her and her family.

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ms traditional — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 19:49:41 GMT

@moon_gazer i am sorry to hear of your loss.

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CLEM — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 20:00:14 GMT

I am sorry to hear that. I am sure she made the right decision for herself.

The strange thing is that even though I knew her age, it still comes as a surprise. She has always been such a rock.