Preparing for Death...

We all know that death is coming. It's no secret, of course. I wonder though, when you KNOW that the time is almost at hand, how does it feel to know that everyone else also knows?

My grandfather's illness is severe. It could be days, weeks, or months, but those who love him are starting to change their behavior and schedules to spend extra time with him. He's completely lucid and so he must know what is going on.

Does the extra attention feel good? Is he appreciative that people want to make sure they spend quality time with him before he passes on?

Does it increase the sense of foreboding and fear?

I mean, not only do you know, but you know everyone else knows and perhaps you start wondering if people are treating you differently. Well, you know they ARE treating you differently, so how does that in and of itself make you feel?