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They moved close to Patrina's home village of Ballygawley, County Tyrone, developed their careers, raised four children – and then Patrina was diagnosed with breast cancer.
From BBC ● Nov. 14, 2026
Now, though, as the population ages and more people watch loved ones decline and struggle in late life, they are beginning to wonder whether they want the same for themselves or their children.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 14, 2026
“It’s all about the children, future, curiosity and knowledge.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 14, 2026
And the bad actors are often known to the victim: caretakers, friends, neighbors and, yes, even relatives and adult children.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 14, 2026
“They’re all packed by the door. Oh I wish I could go back with you—but I’ve got batches of cookies still to bake and I promised Flip and the children I’d wait for them.”
From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom
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