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Last updated at 12:29pm on 05.03.09

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Jade Goody has said her goodbyes to friends and family as she now has “only a short time to live”. Those close to the cancer-stricken Big Brother star say the next 24 hours are critical in assessing how long she has left.

Goody, 27, wants to be baptised in her bed at the Royal Marsden Hospital and is considering withdrawing from the public eye after being told “enough is enough”.

Saying her goodbyes: Jade entering hospital this week

Her publicist Max Clifford, a close friend, said: “We're hoping and praying that Jade pulls through, but the fact of the matter is that she now only has a short time to live.”

The mother-of-two's new husband, Jack Tweed, who is on probation, had his curfew extended to allow him to spend Tuesday night with her in the hospital.

Today Tweed — facing jail for a second assault conviction — said he held his wife's hand and begged her to forgive his criminal past.

Vigil: Jack Tweed after his night with Jade

He said: “I told her I'm so sorry for my behaviour. I told her I've let everyone down, but have learned my lesson.”

After his night-long vigil, Tweed, 21, met friends for pizza yesterday and went flat-hunting for a luxury apartment in South Woodford.

Goody was diagnosed with cervical cancer in August. Mr Clifford said the money for her young sons' future is now assured. He added: “If she continues to be in the kind of pain and condition that she is in, then my advice increasingly will be that enough is enough.”


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for gods sake leave the man alone,he properly needed to go out for wile have you ever sat with some one who is dying of cancer, well i have and you need to escape for a break so no more ,he is grieving to so keep bad thoughts to your self. and just feel for the man who did love his wife very much

- Rose Greenway, oxford

Jade my heart goes out to you and your family at this trying time. I thought to let you know that it is never too late. Jesus still makes the difference. Accept Him as your Saviour and He can make a difference in your situation. He can change situations no matter how late it seems. He is the Miracle! Accept Him TODAY!

- Udy, Lagos, Nigeria

My heart breaks for what she and her family is facing right now, today! It is the most horrible thing to watch someone you love take their last breathe. I know too well, for it was less than 2 years ago that our entire family sat vigil for my 30 yr. old daughter-in-law as she lost her battle with cervical cancer. Jade, I pray for your safe journey, take hold of God's hand, he will guide you.

- Lizbeth Court, Michigan, USA

The fact of the matter is, she is no different to 1000 other cancer sufferers. One can sympathise with her predicament and that of her family but please do not make her into a martyr, she is far from it.

- Daniel, rochdale

To Jade - life is as it is. Death comes to both young and old. With and without pain. Who you are is alive in your sons. With that knowledge, your death can only be physical to you.
To Jack - You handle life at the moment as you feel. How you look to others makes no odds to you. Jade loves you and you have made her happy. It is you who will hold her hand when she dies. No mean feat for anyone particularly a young man of your age.

- Kathy, London, England

Seriously, my feelings and prayers go out to her, but why should she be treated any differently when there's millions going through the same thing, and as for jack going flat hunting, if my partner was dying, I'd not leave her till I made sure she passed happily and softly.

- Gav, NW England

Words cannot explain how you are feeling right now Im sure as I lost my mum last year to cancer. You seem like a strong character even tho I dont know you. Im sure your boys are proud of you and they will always remember you as the best mum in the world.I am following your story on the web and it brings me memories, bestrong my thoughts are with you.

- Penelope Zembashi, Paralimni Cyprus

I only learned who Jade Goody was when it was announced that she had terminal cancer, but I have not been able to stop thinking about her situation. My heart goes out to her and her family. She is in my prayers. Whatever the outcome has to be. I only pray that she is free from suffering.

- Lane Borden, Southampton, PA, USA

I am so sorry this is happening to Jade. I did not know much about her other than her Big Bro blunder but I believe no-one deserves to go thru what she is going thru. I just hope she realises that even people that don't know her are thinking about her all the time. I just hope she and her family and friends don't have to suffer to much. I do believe she will be going to a better place when all of this is over.

- Elle, The Bay

I would just like to say god bless you jade, and may you soon be out of all the pain and suffering

Your boys will grow up and be very proud of their mummy

Thinking of you and your family at this very difficult and sad time

GOD BLESS

My prayers are with you and your family

- Cathie England, England

God bless her ......nobody deverves that.

- Sofya, Ireland Dublin

GOD BLESS YOU JADE

- Georgina, HASTINGS

I was never a fan of Jades but as people have already said no one deserves to go through this. I know first hand what its like to have someone close to you dying of cancer, as my mother is going through it right now and how much pain she is in. I have to admit I am inspired and have so much admoration for her for being so public about the condition and how it has effected her. She loves her sons so much and when they grow up they will be able to take some comfort knowing how strong their mother was and how much she loved them.
I wish Jade, her sons, husband, family and friends all the best and hope that the pain will stop soon for her.

- Karyn, Sydney, Australia

No matter what Jade has done in the past, she doesn't deserve this, no-one does. I wish her the best of luck and wish she wasn't dying.

XX

- Carmen, london, england

god bless jade.

- Eileel, bl26ty

..dear jade,

god bless you and i hope you are medicated as much as you need for not suffering of the pain,god bless your two sons and your husband and give them the strength for living a life without you,their beloved mother and wife.

please,send them your love and protect them.and if you see her,please,hug my mom,she died three years ago,and tell her that me and my brother love her and really miss her,it hurts so bad that she had to die,you see,i really know what you and your family is going through.

i think of you in my prayers and light a candle for you.

goodbye,jade.


jasmin

- Jasmin, celle,germany

The thoughts of a nation are with Jade and her family. Her courage is inspirational but it's time to go with dignity and privacy. There but for the grace of God go I. Goodbye Jade and God speed.

- Julie, Chippenham, Wiltshire.

God bless you jade......

Think you are so brave,my heart is with you.

sweet dreams all the way

xxxx

- Nikki Roome, chelmsford England

Jade u are so brave......u should be so proud of yoursef. Ur an angel.

I know what ur family n friend are going through as i have been there in the same situation.

my heart is with you jade, just try and say goodbye.

Your are an inspiration

All my Love Melissa XxXx

- Melissa, liverpool

Here's the line the media and Max Clifford have crossed. What a tawdry and crass end to a life.

Where's the dignity in this?

- Simon Caleb, London, England

Jade has been in the public eye for all sorts of reasons. Now it is time for her to spend what time is left with close family. Those two beautiful boys.
God rest Jade, fly, fly little bird!

- Dorothy Bowman, Thirsk UK

There is no death. It is sad to see Jade suffering as nature demands so much but thankfully she has pain relief and she is surrounded by lovely doctors and nurses. It's sad for her children that she will soon pass over but she will still see them when she has passed so it has a happier ending and she will be pain free.

- Karrieann, London

Jade is now very nearly at the end of her cruelly cut short life, so of course poor Jack is now at a very loose end, trying to fill up his time with helping his friend look for a flat.
Jack spent all night with Jade on Tuesday, and was told to go home and get some rest because he had stayed up with her, and not slept a wink.
Of course Jack couldn't sleep when he was sent home; i don't suppose that any of us would be able to sleep if we were in the same situation... We would all probably try and seek a bit of solace in a friend's company by helping him look for a flat etc.


I'm sure that Jack is very sorry for his actions that resulted from his original imprisonment, and is now having to face the prospect of his wife dying very shortly; and losing a loved one is just like being given a life sentence, because it's something that that he will have to live with for the rest of his life... We all will when it becomes our turn.

I knew Jade way back from when she was a schoolgirl, who always had a mischievous sparkle in her eyes, and enjoyed having a laugh with her old school friends; and to now hear of her close to death saddens me a great deal. God Bless Jade.

- Shaun Leaning, London

Dear Jade, I pray for your peace tonight. May the Lord lift you up and take you home, leaving your broken and horribly ill body behind, as you step onto streets of gold in your new glorified body.

In Christ's name we pray, AMEN.

Rest easy, Jade. The fight is almost over.

- Kimberly Murphy, United States

So sad that Tweedys off looking for a posh flat already. His timing could not be worse. If he really loves his wife shouldnt he be spending more time with his wife? Rather than thinking about his own financially secure future? I suspect that when Jade has gone, he will struggle,unless he has proper caring support and sensible advisors. I hope hes not a gold digger - time of course will tell... Very sad all round. Jade sounds very strong. God Bless you Jade.

- Voiceofreason, London

Give Jack a break the poor guy has prob been at hospital all night and has gone for a break with his mates before no doubt returning to Jade's side. This bloke has had a lot to deal with at such a young age and he has stuck with Jade through all this. Apart from his current runs in with the law I think he is an example and is very brave. He has done a lot of growing up in the past few months and he is making Jade's last moments happy.

- September, Southend

I was so shocked to read this terrible news today, Jade I think it is time for you to rest now and stop fighting and spend the rest of your time with your husband and two beautiful boys and your family and dont worry about anyone else you have done all that you can you are incredible, when you go to sleep Jade sleep well God will be looking after you

- Anon, Dublin ireland

I just cannot understand how anyone could even think of flat hunting or eating with mates when his wife lies in hospital with only a short time to live surely she needs him by her side at this desperate time. He has tomorrow to do these things Jade may not have. It just shows how young and immature he is.

- Enid Ellid, Lincoln UK

i really feel for jade she is young and is also a mother, i really do pray for her because he children need her i pray to Allah almighty may she be blessed with good health or at least the time she has left i pray she can spend that with her boys.

- Yasmeen, highwycombe

God bless jade, 27 years old is to young to lose her life and leave 2 little boys behind who she loves so dearly, the day she leaves us all i know i will break my heart crying.

- Lordy, stoke on trent england

i have lost several close friends to cancer, one was only 22 years old, they did not receive all this attention, gifts or money jade has had, and they were all kind gentle dignified mums. come on , let some things be done in private.

- Marian, france

Jade cannot die. She will not die. Its not possible. I refuse to accept this.

Jade will live longer than we think!!!

Jade hang in there. I will not give in. Keep your spirit alive. Don't bow to cancer!!!

- Adannia, London

I don't think having pizza with your mates and then flat hunting is the sign of a broken man. Why isn't he by her side? Actions speak louder than words (or lack of them).

- Isabel, Woking

This is extremely sad. Only imminent death has persuaded her to consider withdrawing from the public eye. If only she'd come to the decision some years ago, through awareness of the terrible slow fate she was bestowing on the British public.

- Jd, Liverpool, UK

I am sick of hearing people blurt out that old chestnut about "other people have this Disease so why does Jade get special treatment", it is a totally meaningless and irrelevant statement commonly used by people who do not like Jade Goody.

- Billybob, Manchester UK

This is cancer it does what it does. If Jade achieves anything please let it be to highlight that we have not made enough progress in tackling this horrific and increasingly common disease. Treatments are still barbaric and toxic and survival rates for cervical cancer and ovarian cancer are no better than 40 years ago! As a society we need to ask why? and why more resources arent forthcoming, we've helped enough Banks! How much quicker would we achieve a cure if we ploughed the same amount of money into finding one!

- Margaret Walker, South Lanarkshire Scotland

I've met Jack Tweed. He came across as a very quiet man, shy almost. I think we should take time to think about what he must be going through at the age of 21 watching his new bride die. Very sad.

- Chris, London, UK

Many people has suffered/suffering from cancer and I feel for these people. However why does Jade get the 'special' treatment - publicise her illness, her wedding and her husand can come out to see her. Do we non celebs do that?

As much as i feel sorry for her illness, she is out of line for publicising her life like this. Its all for the sick of publicising herself!

- Elly, London

This is absolutely painful: to see a human go through. Her illness being broadcast to the pubic and seeing that this disease is not a easy one at all, i was absolutely shocked to see the tormoil a person go through with it. It's a good idea to let the public see first hand what this illness is all about. It has bring more awareness to the eyes that this disease can't be taken for granted. You hear about it but seeing it consuming a human being is heart wrecking.

Jade i'm wishing you all the best and hope that God will make things turn around for you. I'm happy that you're stretching out your hand to my GOD, cause he's there to answer your prayers, even if its not the one you expect.

To all of her Medical support and supporters stay strong because this can't be easy for you either, has it's not easy for me, and i don't know her personally. God is watching over each and everyone of you and making you stronger by the day, which, reflects Jade's character.

Peace and LOve
GOD'S blessings be with you Jade and all her supporters and Medical support.

- Ijahna, London

God bless you Jade. You have shown so much courage and kept your sense of humour throughout all the pain and hurdles that have come your way in your short life. You have 2 adorable sons who are a credit to you, and like the wonderful Mum you are, they are your main concern. Maybe it's time for you to put yourself first now sweetheart and spend the rest of yout time in peace with your family.....thinking of you and you are always in my prayers....x

- Karen Robinson, Bicester Oxfordshire

Hmmm, "Tweed, 21, met friends for pizza yesterday and went flat-hunting for a luxury apartment in South Woodford"................wonder where the money has come from!

- Carol B, London, UK

Apparently he was with his mates as Jade needed to have essential rest. Having been critically ill myself, I can fully understand that, I used to fight to stay awake to accomodate my visitors, when sometimes I wanted them to go so I could just sleep. Its imperative she gets her rest.

- Julie, London

I think its very sad what is happening to Jade Goody, but read with a certain amount of distain of the actions of her husband Jack Tweed, he begs for forgiveness for his criminal past, lets be frank here, it's not exactly the Kray twins, he just a talentless thug who attacked a 16 year old boy with a golf club and assaulted a 50 year old taxi driver who was trying to earn an honest living. I suspect this nugget of information was leaked to the media in an attempt to worm his way out of going back to prison, and to read he is flat hunting for a luxary flat is pathetic, who is paying for this property?

- Howard, London, UK

God bless you Jade may he keep you free from anymore pain and suffering. xx

- Christine, uk

Those poor children I hope someone is being strong and there for them, their mum dying is so public - as for Jack I hope he will just disappear from the limelight when she is gone - he's not particularly endearing as a character. I hope his presence in her life does not lessen any of the money she has worked so hard to get for her kids.

- Shireen, London

good luck jade i hope the time you have left is peacefull

- Andy, redditch

I feel really sorry for Jade but am I the only one thinking her husband is acting totally inappropriately - going to tanning salons, flat hunting and late night drinking. Is this the behaviour of a newly married man with a very sick wife?

- Fiona Davies, enfield, middlesex

The poor girl is clinging onto life just as hard as she can, and who wouldn't. It's a cruel world when a young lady with two sons suffers so much pain and knows that she will not live to see them grow up. If its distressing for the public, what must it be like for her.

- Rosellen Mcmahon, Glasgow, Scotland

that poor girl, I feel so sorry for her, she is so young and I hope that if she is in too much pain that the end comes quickly, her boys wont be able to see her in agony, and she shouldnt have to spend her last days in that much pain, I think everyones thoughts are with her, and hope the end isnt too painful, her illness has made so many young women have smear tests, and may have saved someones life, but Jade has had very few nice times in her life, and its so sad that this has happened to her

- Lynne, salisbury

I find this so terribly sad . I was watching her documentary on living last night which was filmed just a few weeks ago.She was so sure she would beat this and appeared so upbeat about things and yet now to hear she has so little time left is heart breaking.This young woman has shown such courage and maintained as normal a life as she can for her kids and people around her , I hope her story has given strength to anyonelse in this horrible situation.
Maybe it's time to go to sleep now Jade and be free from the pain.
Thinking of you
xxxxxxxxxx

- Rlm, London

His wife is dying and has possibly only days to live and he goes out with mates and then goes flat hunting! What?! Wouldn't you just want to spend every last minute with the person you love and are about to lose forever. Can't your mates and flat hunting wait! I'm absolutely shocked!

- Kathy, London


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