### The Decision
G. had chosen to end her life on Wednesday, August 14th, in the afternoon. She had made arrangements with Maryse L. and Guy L., the 81-year-old couple who were supposed to accompany her. Their meeting was facilitated by the association Ultime Liberté, advocating for the legalization of assisted suicide and voluntary euthanasia.
### The Attempt
Maryse and Guy had brought the necessary supplies: an antiemetic, sleeping pills, and a lethal dose of sodium nitrite. As G. laid on her bed, they discussed, and Maryse even massaged the old lady’s feet. Just before slipping into sleep, G. expressed her happiness that her son was taking up the clarinet again.
### The Failed Attempt
Despite the preparations, the assisted suicide attempt failed. After regaining consciousness following several vomiting episodes, G. informed her son, who then alerted the authorities. Maryse and Guy were taken into custody and are facing charges related to their actions.
### The Legal Proceedings
The couple is accused of various crimes, including the illegal practice of pharmacy, incitement to suicide by providing means, and promoting products or methods for suicide. The outcome of the legal process remains uncertain, as it involves complex moral and legal considerations.
### G.’s Testimony
Following the incident, G. expressed her desire to end her life on her own terms, avoiding the fate of many elderly people in care homes. She emphasized that Maryse and Guy had acted in accordance with her wishes, absolving them of any blame.
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