Ah yes...the infamous 'left-side-of-the-body' pain. I'm so sorry, Frannie. You know how much I love you and this just plain ol' sucks. On so many levels. I'm here and you can certainly call me. I, too, was debilitated. In fact, I couldn't even finish up the school year. Other folks had to do my final grades for me. I have whole stretches of time that are just gone...poof! Two doctors have told me since that I was very close to sepsis...losing time is one of the symptoms. Thanking my lucky stars that I did have folks who were understanding. Maybe speaking to me on the phone (our computer tech gal who was trying to put in my grades) and me being unable to put thoughts (let alone sentences) together coherently told them this was damned serious. You are not alone. I'm so glad I'm between classes in grad school and have been able to read the boards. I see many folks in despair. And I see the crush of loving friends giving support and heart-felt love. Makes me feel very warm inside. Bless you, my friend.

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Anita, I will be sending love and prayers his way for a full and complete recovery. I will never understand why the best people on this planet are faced with the most horrific ordeals. Sidenote....I am guessing you had your children starting at the age of 10 or so? Cuz, sweetie, you are in your 40's at the MOST! You are one hot chick with a beautiful heart and soul.

Frances, you still amaze me as you are the strongest person I know. Few people could handle what you are going through and not go psychotic. I hope and pray that you will find relief from the pain, whatever it takes. DS, RNY, just band removal..... It doesn't matter what the choice is as long as you find relief. You are such a beautiful woman, Frances, and you deserve the best of everything. Much love and many prayers! Chelle

I talked up that ****waffle so much that he went rummaging through the freezer for some waffles for dessert. That was after I fed him some fantastic Texas Chili and fresh baked bread. He is so easy to please. Sex and food is just about the best combo there is. Have them on the beach and you are heaven. Alas, he had to settle for the frozen ****waffle this time.