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Quote by Terry Pratchett
I am certain no one sets out to be cruel, but our treatment of the

I am certain no one sets out to be cruel, but our treatment of the elderly ill seems to have no philosophy to it. As a society, we should establish whether we have a policy of life at any cost. – Terry Pratchett

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It seems that when you have cancer you are a brave battler against the disease, but when you have Alzheimers you are an old fart. Thats how people see you. It makes you feel quite alone. – Terry Pratchett

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The ideal death, I think, is what was the ideal Victorian death, you know, with your grandchildren around you, a bit of sobbing. And you say goodbye to your loved ones, making certain that one of them has been left behind to look after the shop. – Terry Pratchett

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