They do go down fast. There was a "slow burn" period where I knew his decline was happening but not so different from my aging self.
Then it SEEMED to become a wildfire.
I feel I was hoping and not thinking of him, though. I saw the signs of his despondency months ago and could/should have connected the dots.
Anyway, thank you. I know you have had an adjustment in not having your girl with you. Hopefully, I will adjust.