What's New Tuesday?

Ahh geeze Annette, That is a tough one, really tough. I was a case manager for mental health agency for a few years so I know what you mean by ping pong ball...I know you know but just have to say, all you can do is listen, not try to reason...it will wear you out...encourage her to continue to get treatment...I know the mental health system is broken...but...not a lot to do about that... is she on meds? It's so hard to watch people you love and care about... Thinking of you... Cheryl Take care of you, dear....

Thanks Cheryl, Yes, she's finally on meds - about time. I know it takes time for them to become effective. She seems to be in a safe environment, living next door to her parents, that is important. They are monitoring her meds and making sure she sees her doctors. All I can really do is sit and listen. Annette

OH SWEETIE I KNOW ITS HARD  I HAVE A 62 YEAR OLD BROTHER THAT  HAS BEEN UNDER THE MENTAL HEATH OF THE COMMWEALTH ALL HIS LIFE HE LIVES WITH ME  IT IS LIKE HAVING A 4 YOUR OLD ALL THE TIME THEN SOME TIMES HE IS LIKE A BAD 16 YEAR OLD  BUT WE LOVE HIM AND I WOULD NEVER EVERY SEND HIM AWAY  MY SISTER WILL NEVER HELP WITH HIM SHE WILL NOT EVEN TALK TO ME BECAUSE I TAKE CARE OF HIM  CAN YOU EVEN STAND  THAT  ? LIVE IS GOOD BOO

Hugs to you Boo, Over the past several months I have learned to appreciate my OFF sisters in so many ways. Unfortunately, we can't choose our blood sisters as well. I know how you feel. I often tell people that mine was adopted and we are not biologically related. They believe me. Keep on loving and caring for your brother. You are a good sister.

YOU KNOW WHAT WE WERE ADOPTED  WE ARE NOT BLOOD SISTER & BROTHER  BUT WE ARE SISTER & BROTHER OF THE HEART LOVE TO YOU  BEE STRONG BOO

Boo, I meant no offense to adoption, I am in favor 100%. Forgive me if I gave the wrong impression. My sister and I are total opposites in every way, always have been and it gets more extreem each year. THAT was my point about sisters.  Kisses Annette

oh no i did not take it like that i just wanted you to know  i know were you were comming from sweetie  i think adoprion is great you are grat to stand by your friend if you need me please let me know  boo

ah..yes, my own personal maleshaped ping pong ball named michael was trying to bounce around our car yesterday...michael is having his moments with NO provocation.. just be there --and suggest that she gets continued help...drive her if necessary... hugs to you!!!!!!!!

Lovely Margo, When talking to Carol, I often think of you and Michael. The stress is unimaginable.  Hugs back at you

every time i let my guard down it bites me hard...and it is getting overwhelming....hugs back.....not sure how much fun i will be in pittsburgh--i may just cling to y'all !! hang on for hugging stuffs!!!!!!!!