Sudokuaholics Anonymous 10

Cancer :'(

'Some days there won't be a song in your heart. Sing anyway.'

-Emory Austin

Brenda

Brenda, so sorry to hear Megan's terrible news. Thoughts and prayers going out for the extended family. this is just so very sad. yes, we all hate cancer!!

Cancer... We ALL hate cancer!

Poor Megan and her family. That'll give her until right before Christmas. There is no good time to go, but that's a really awful time.

Julie... thanks for sharing the news about Russell Means. I had a lot of respect for the man. The quote you used was beautiful.

I'm planning on driving out to North Carolina next week to visit my young friend and her baby. She's having a hard time of it and badly needs hugs and a lot of support. Mapquest says it's a 12 hour drive, but with my driving speed, I hope to do it in 11.

Well, off to move more hay. I still have 4 loads of my hay to move and 1 load of IH's. I'm leaving his for last.

Afternoon All,
Seems as if I've not commented for awhile, but I've read and commented in my head, so am very confused not to find those comments here...lol.
Brenda...Condolences to all for the sad news, but just a reminder....doctors are human and when giving bad news to folks, they only estimate the time remaining...If Megan is free enough of pain and can enjoy some of life's gifts, encourage her to do so, while making happy memories for her little one to hold...If she can't do that, I hope she doesn't linger and suffer for a long time...not what one may wish for a young woman, but I wish for her a courage to move forward with love and support. Yes, I too hate cancer...it robs us all of so many wonderful people far too soon. Peace.

Suzy...You have been so full of good advice recently...love what you told your friend about her little boy and the need to share in his new school where hopefully he'll find more compassionate care givers. Your best advice was for Cyn...and I do hope she listened. Shin splints are painful and work will always need to be done...rest so that you are better able to get finished as quickly as possible.
I too loved the Pride and Prejudice...have read it several times and hope to read it again but am finding so many good books that I've put off reading that its hard to do the other stuff that needs my attention...Oh well, I'll find my way. June and I have shared a few titles of books that were laying around and after reading one, I went in search for more by that author and have not been disappointed...I'll post the titles again when I get them..I think its about four of them. I'm sure any here who like mysteries and a good read will enjoy them. The book that I first read was The Hangman or The Hangman's Daughter...if that rings a bell.

Trica...Loved reading your post since you have moved..Your discoveries while shopping, your new job , your pole plant holder and pots needing to be explained, etc...you have expressed these things in such a special way that we all felt as if we were with you...at least that's how I felt...very involved.

Tami, Hang in there and I hope the car didn't set you back too much ... It is such a hard thing to have to take two steps back in the work force, but hopefully we'll see a better employment situation where folks don't have to spill their lifeblood to earn a decent pay and have time for themselves and family...It has really been a rough time for many. Keeping my fingers crossed.

I have over taxed my poor brain in trying to remember all of the comments that I've had, and didn't cover half of them...so please know that I've read and thought of what each of you are going through and am sending special blessings to you to address your challenges, whether they are health related, money items..spending too much and needing more of it, preparing to move in or out or wishing some who currently share your home would stop wasting your money with careless use of utilities...yes we have to keep telling them to turn lights off, etc here too, or just not having enough hours in the day to do all that you feel a need to do...Bean, Julie for example.., know that all of these challenges while important, will not serve you well if you don't take time out to rest your mind and body ...short breaks of 10/15 minutes will help you to keep going but pain will make you stop for far longer periods...so be good to your selves..Heidi, safe trip to North Carolina...I know you will be a big help to your young friend and the baby. Peace folks..

Good morning all,
Phew, Gail, I'm glad it's not just me trying to put captions on photos to no avail. Will send Gath a message - after all he is in the photo! Haha!
I did take Suzy's advice and stayed off my feet, as well as I could, for the rest of the day yesterday. I am wearing my best support Naot shoes even around the house when I do have to move.

Morning all,
I am suffering from AAADHD this morning...keep starting things, walking past something else and starting something else... nothing is getting finished!

Julie, I love your MOPP!

Brenda, more thoughts and wishes to Megan and her family. So very very hard.

The funny thing was that Alie sent me a text this morning saying she thought Dana having the TV on all the time would be putting the bill up too. Oh, and I'm not real good with lights either. Too right she's not - Dana wasn't home to turn on any of the 9 lights left on! Hubby's not great either...

Heidi, I hope you are able to convince your young friend that she is a wonderful mother and that all mothers need support.

Tami, hoping to hear good news about the car, starting with it's back on the road and getting you where you need to go!

MizT, I'm loving your new place stories too. Please keep them going...

Cyn, I hope your feet feel better quickly with the rest and support.

Nola, still thinking of you and Judy, even when I don't say it here you are in my thoughts...

Well, the dishes are done (not swearing when a machine does it) and the sloshy thing has been emptied and filled a few times..still half done going through my school bag, half done sorting through stuff for the Op shop, half done watering the plants, half done going through Dana's room.... blasted AAADHD.

After being up for a few hours, I realise that my legs/shins are feeling much better today but am still taking it easy and keeping my good support shoes on.
It was a bit of a worry for me because, even though I am quite overweight, I have never had any mobility problems until this. It is no fun!

Cyn - those beautiful creatures called horses get shinsore - so you are in good company! Hope you are feeling better soon. Suzy - your day sounds like mine - everything half-done - I seem to get in such a mess someitmes. Benda - sorry to hear the news about Megan. So hard for her family - loving thoughts to them. The big C is so horrible. We said goodbye to a dear friend on Monday who had a melanoma that by the time he realised it was there, it was already too late. He was very dear to us and he has arranged a very fitting farewell - service on Saturday then a wake at his favourite hotel in Caulfield to watch the Cox Plate. It will be a mixed emotion day - hopefully his bets come in.

Just dropped in to check my half done list to see what I've forgotten to finish...Bags delivered to the Op shop, school bag ready, few more things delivered to Dana, helped her pick up her layby (she has everything and more we all didn't have when we first moved out of home! I suppose it's a little different with a baby, but personally I would have waited so I didn't have to have everything Home Brand crap. By the way she insists it will be a long time until she has another baby if ever... but... I won't be surprised if I hear there is another one on the way - not pleased, but not surprised!)

I didn't finish watering the plants or going through Dana's room.. and there is stuff in the sloshy machine that shouldn't be there... I'll head there next!

Cyn, glad your feet are feeling better. It's very frustrating when you can't get around as you are used to.

Midge, I like the farewell your friend organised. Something to remember him by and distract you at the same time...

Midge {{{{{hugs}}}}}

Hi, Everyone! I think we all share the same sentiment about cancer and its ability to affect lives.

Gail, thanks for the quote! Something we all need to remember. Sing anyway!

Prayers and positive thoughts for Nola and Judy and hoping they are finding time to make wonderful memories! {{{HUGS}}}

Sending {{{HUGS}}}, positive thoughts and prayers for Richard's cousin's daughter Megan and all of the extended family. When a doctor gives an estimate of how much time is left, the estimate is correct only about half of the time. As Mama said, it doesn't mean it's time to give up. If there is the strength and the will to continue making memories, the estimate could be very inaccurate. I hope the entire family has the strength to do all they can to make the remaining time as happy as possible!

Heidi, I hope you have a safe trip next week to North Carolina, which I have heard is beautiful this time of year. I'm sure your visit and support will be appreciated by your young friend and her baby. Sending positive thoughts her way!

Mama, your posts included much good advice and encouragement, as always! You were on a roll and even got your CP! I hope you realize how VERY pleased we are to have you back and posting frequently!

Tami, thinking of you and hoping there was better news about the car today. I hope you and your hubby hang in there and hope a better day is just around the corner!

Cyn, I'm glad to hear your shin splints and feet are feeling better! I also wear a good solid pair of shoes in the house. We just call them my 'inside shoes' as I don't wear them elsewhere.

Suzy, you may feel as if your energies have been scattered, but it sounds like you're getting quite a lot accomplished nevertheless! Starting multiple tasks is still better than not starting any! Don't get me started on lights being left on! There are just 2 of us (and the cat) in the house most of the time, and still . . . Tonight I asked hubby (who was in the kitchen) if he was finished in the bedroom where the light was still on. His answer, 'I thought you'd be going in there.' Well, yes, EVENTUALLY, like maybe several hours later.

Midge, I had no idea horses got sore shins. That must be miserable. I'm so sorry to hear about your good friend; may he RIP. By the way, I hope things are going well for you and the dialysis is working better!

My mind has now gone blank. I apologize if I have overlooked anyone and not responded appropriately - or even at all. Time for me to head to bed. Sending lots of , prayers, positive thoughts, {{{{{HUGS}}}}} and healing vibes!

Midge

Why don't I read instructions? Who knew that using 2 fingers on one of those slidy pad things for laptops is scrolling? Well, Alie did, I didn't! Now I do and it's wonderful!

Yes, I should be asleep - working tomorrow, first day this week.

Thinking of Judy, Megan and Midge's friend.

Be careful what you ask for Julie, you haven't heard me sing!

I only got 2 loads of hay moved yesterday, then I crashed. I spent the rest of the day in bed watching videos (Red Dwarf marathon) then slept like a log all night. With one notable exception. Yesterday morning, IH told me he was going out of town yesterday afternoon, (leaving 5 pm) for 2 days, so I was relaxing in a care-free way. 8 pm rolls around and IH walks in the door and asks for his supper. I was not a happy camper.

I still have 3 loads of hay to move, but I have today and tomorrow to do it.

Hi.
You are all so kind to think of Judy & myself,it helps immensely.
I HATE CANCER TOO!
Very sorry to hear of Megan's terrible news Theresa.
The passing of a dear friend of Midge and I am sure there was someone else needing comfort but it has slipped my mind.
Now I know. It was Russell Means.Thanks Julie.
Gail..I will sing,at least it may help others.
Heidi..have a safe trip.Your friend will really appreciate your helping hand emotionally and physically.
Suzy..I didn't know that about the 2 fingers either.Your next electricity bill will have to be lower with 2 less in the house,and you turning all the lights off.hehe. Greg used to turn on the carport lights as well as the front veranda for me until I said it was a waste. That was 5 lights and could be on for hours until I got home.
Tami...hope the car expenses don't go any higher!
Mama & MizT..I so enjoy reading your posts.
June...hope you and Ken are having a fabulous time.
Cyn...at least the meet was worth the shin pain but I hope it is short lived with plenty of rest.

If Judy is up to it,I will bring her here again today.We don't do anything special but she enjoys the company. I took her food shopping the other day and that was the limit to her energy.Usually I do it for her, and was surprised she wanted to get out of the house and do it herself.
She is not keeping much down.Having a bit of watermelon and salad which is her limit.I cooked a meal but no go with that either.
Brother from Gosford will be here in a few weeks to visit. She will enjoy that.
Sorry that my posts are very negative but it sure helps me to get it out.
Take care everyone.

Nola, considering what you are going though, I do not think of your posts as negative at all. I think you are doing remarkably well, and I admire your strength. Love and blessings to you and Judy xoxo

Nola you come and let us know what is going on with you and Judy. If no one else reads, which is highly unlikely, I promise I will. You all kept me sane reading and commenting on my posts when I was sharing last days with Al. Oh My, almost a year gone, just middle of next month. Thanks again to each of you for helping me through that terrible time!! Now it is my turn to help others, and I am here for you, Nola. I do understand how it helps, some come talk to us whenever you need.

I am waiting for my house cleaner. She was to be here at 5 pm, I am still waiting at 5:40. I imagine she got behind somewhere, but she should have phoned, I think. I got my desk cleaned off so she could dust and clean furniture, there is actually furniture under all that stuff I had scattered about hehehe.

Tomorrow I am going to sister's house, we will plant my containers, and perhaps get the poles put together. I will spend the night also, since she will not be home tomorrow till lunch time. I do not want to drive back here late and have no parking place in our lot, park on the street in the dark. It is easier to stay overnight and come home Friday daytime.

MAMA, thanks for the lovely comment about my posts. I am happy here, I have interesting things to do, so therefore I can write interesting posts Nice to know you enjoy reading them as much as I enjoy writing them.

About my 'job', I have not heard from my 'employer' this week, I am not sure what is going on there. I know she has a full time job, running family business, in addition to the Haiti project. I hope to hear from her again soon, and that I can help her in some way with the Haiti stuff. EP did get together and worked on the merchandise, getting it ready to sell at the bazaars next month. It was fun, about 20 of us down there working. got it done in quick order. We will have one more work day next Monday.

Nola - Tricia is right. So many of us here have lost loved ones in recent times and the love and support we have received from this little group of people has been marvellous. And from the other point of view, if any of us could wave a magic wand to change what is happening to our SA friends, we most certainly would. I hope you and Judy have a nice visit with your brother - these will be the memories that will sustain you. Love and hugs to you both.

Well that mystery solved. Some misunderstanding, not sure how it happened, but house cleaner will be here THURSDAY. Change of plans for me, no trip to sister's house, Oh well, another day.

Since everybody else said what I felt, and stated it so much better, all I can add is: ((( HUGS )))

Morning everyone.

((Hugs)) to all and sundry. extra ((hugs)) to Nola and Judy, Brenda's cousin Megan, Mitch...

♥

We received a sad email last week, from Hubby's uncle in Florida, his son and wife (in Texas) baby son Ian is not doing very well, unexpected complications at birth.
He is almost 2 weeks, and from what I can gather, it is not looking good :(
Ian is their first born.
So lots of prayers and thoughts please! ♥

Just when I was really feeling down in the dumps, I came back to see some beautiful posts. You guys are just the greatest.

Rolanda...my heartfelt sorrow to hear that baby Ian is struggling. I am hoping he has the strength to fight hard and recover. This goes for his distraught parents. I will say a prayer for them all.

When Renae had the twins prematurely,she was told to expect good and bad days with them.One would pick up and then have an unexpected set back.
Each day was different but they DID survive. May this be the case for Ian.

from the email received :
After some mild pre eclampsia was detected on Thursday, N was induced Friday morning. Her labor was long and protracted and almost totally exhausted her, to the point where they delivered Ian by C section (he weighed around 8 lbs) However, when Ian was delivered they could not find a heart beat, there had been no warning signs that anything was amiss. They performed CPR until a heartbeat was detected. Ian was then transferred to a specialist hospital for birth trauma where they began a procedure whereby the body temperature is lowered in order to slow down the brain function; this is done because when the baby begins breathing on his own, this calls on the brain to function much more and this can cause further damage, often worse than damage caused by the oxygen deprivation. The cold therapy is maintained for 3 days then they begin to slowly warm the body This recently new therapy has made a big difference in the recovery of many babies after this problem occurred..

Ian is breathing by himself but assisted by intubation and his colour is good (BTW - red hair!! yeah!) He is still critical and doctors are monitoring his development closely, I am not sure when they will be able to assess his responses to stimuli etc.