I am 91 years old. I had a pacemaker installed almost 12 ywars ago, and unlike the case cited, that pacemaker has enabled me to stay active -- taking care of my yeard, gardening, working out regularly with heavy weights. The comination of the pacemaker and the workout regimen has actually strengthend my heart so muchy that my heart function is well agove average.

Still, I do not want any procedure or device which may prolong my life, but leave me with a life without quality. I will NOT authorize or accept any such procedure or device. I will ask the tough questions and demand straight answers. It is I who has the choice -- and NO ONE else. I also have a living will.

I empathiize with the family, but their cvase will not be the same as mine.