Good Monday Morning Everyone

Up early.  Last night was one of "those" nights.  Didn't sleep very well. 

How are you today?  Hope you have a good day.

We don't have a lot to do today.  Hubby's mom isn't doing very well health wise.  She is suffering from end stage heart failure.  Having lots of issues with retaining fluids.  Doctor called hubby last week to tell him that she is end stage and that there isn't much that can be done for her at this point.  God forgive me --- but I hope she passes soon and easily.  This thing of dying a bit each minute is the pits.  My heart breaks for her. 

I guess that's it for me.  Hugs and prayers to those who need them.

Cindy P.

Good Morning Cindy and OFF Family,

Cindy, I'm praying your mother-in-law passes easily.  My Mom's boyfriend had heart failure, and it was heart breaking to see him the day before he died.  No, it's not wrong to wish that someone who's suffering passes easily.  I've had several friends who suffered long, painful illnesses, who I prayed would pass soon and easily.  I believe we get perfect bodies in heaven, so when I pray that, I'm praying for heavenly healing. 

I had trouble sleeping last night as well.  My psychiatrist cut back one of my bedtime meds, and I haven't adjusted to it yet.  I need to take a Benadryl at bedtime, to help me sleep, but I forgot last night.

I have an appointment at my hematologist's office this afternoon.  I'm getting lab results, and then I also getting my bridging schedule for going off my Coumadin for my surgery at the end of the month.  

I also have more tidying to do.  I have three weeks to get this house in order for my surgery.  I still haven't completely unpacked.  I also have scrubbing the floors, and shampooing the carpet to take care of this week.

Must scoot.

Hugs,

Trish

Good Morning Cindy-

Sorry to hear about your MIL.  My Uncle passed away from congestive heart failure a number of years ago.  18 months ago, I lost a dear family friend to kidney failure.  Both deaths were prolonged and I thought regularly about how I would like a quick and painless death.  Hope things go smoothly and quickly for her.

Well, ladies I finally got in that kayak.  I didn't tip over and I didn't make an ass of myself!  My neighbor and I paddled in the cove.  I had a ball and discovered that one side is stronger than the other.  Had I not had the WLS surgery I never would have accomplished yesterday!  Despite regain, my mobility is improved.  My pain levels are tolerable.  I actually paddled up close to a family of loons.  They all dove and then one would surface calling loudly while the other parent took the chick in the opposite direction.  Probably could have paddled more but another thunderstorm blew up.  Mother Nature was easing me into this new experience.  No major aches and pains last night and slept really well.

Book is progressing.  Uploaded all the photos to the photoselection team.  They're looking at 2987 images in this first batch.  I'm a little frustrated trying to get the Core team to make decisions about book format and the like but I'll perservere.    It's rainy and cool again today. My computer is not letting me put in paragraph returns so I'm going to sign off.  Positive thoughts to all of you in need of a boost!        Cindi

Good morning Cindy and everyone......

Cindy...prayers of course for your MIL. I went through that with my dad and my FIL.....it sure can wear you down. I pray she goes quietly and quickly. It is so hard to watch our loved ones suffer like that.

Tri****oo had a rough nights sleep. Maybe you can catch a quick nap later. There is always cleaning to do....I think sometimes it multiplies in the middle of the night!! I pray your appointment goes well.

Cindi....I am so glad you got to get out and enjoy the water and all the beautiful scenery. I love loons...so beautiful! I hope all the people get their heads together and get things done so you can finish the book.

I was so tired last night I could hardly keep my eyes open. I was almost asleep and then WIDE AWAKE!! I was up until 3:00 AM before my body finally let go and let me sleep. I did not take a nap yesterday as I wanted to be tired at night. A lot of good that did me!! Nothing planned today....just go with the flow. I wish I lived near Vickie as I would gladly help with Benny....I worry about her.

Wishing you all a beautiful day!!!

Prayers for many of our OFF families and friends.

Love and hugs to all....connie d

Hi Cindy and my OFF family:

Cindy, sorry about your MIL. Hope she goes quickly and quietly. I wanted that for my dad when he went, too, and fortunately, it happened. 

It's going to be a busy day at work. I have to do two sports sections, and with the big baseball suspensions happening. Can't stand A-Rod ... what a jerk. He has all this talent and has to take performance-enhancing drugs, too? No wonder his body is breaking down on him now as he gets older. 

Cindi, your kayak trip sounds wonderful ... not something I'd do, but sounds like you enjoyed it. I love nature but not the bugs. As for getting in the kayak ... I said a few years ago when I got in the car to go up in the St. Louis Arch, I would never have been able to do that when I was 355 pounds. So I understand. 

Well, I need to get in the shower and get some lunch. Have a good day.
 

Hello sweet sistas!

Do you know I love and cherish each and every one of you?  We have such a special group here.  I'm so grateful to be part of OFF and to be privileged to share your daily lives. 

Cindy P, you are walking down a hard, hard road.  I've been there with my daddy.  He died of lung cancer.  Six months of pure agony.  I, too, prayed for the Lord to take him home quickly.  None of us knows what is coming, but when I hear of someone who just suddenly keels over from a heart attack or stroke or dies instantly in a car accident, I always think to myself, "What a blessing." 

Our sista Laureen, who is MIA here now for awhile, posted this on FB this morning, and I thought it was profound and wanted to repost it here:

"Each present moment is completely new, and nothing like it has happened or will ever happen again. As you move through your day, remember to stay present in each moment. In doing so, you will live your life without having to wait for the future or yearn for the past. Life happens to us when we happen to life in the Now."
 

I am pooped right now.  Got up and took Benny to swim lessons and that little stinker would NOT get out of the pool when they were over!  I had on long shorts this morning because we needed to stop at the store on the way home.  I finally had to roll my shorts up as high as I could and wade in after him!  He got a time out right there and then!  Little stinker.

Then we went to the store, and of course, Benny wanted the "race car" basket.  Oh, I hate that thing!  It is too long and doesn't maneuver easily.  Plus it just doesn't hold enough groceries!  But thankfully, I didn't have too much on my list and we finally managed to get it all and get checked out. 

Now Benny is in the living room playing with his blocks and I can hear them being scattered all over to kingdom come.  Oy vey!  It's a toss up.  Do I let him make a big mess so that I can have some computer time?  Or do I go in there and stop him, but give up my "me" time?  Connie, honey, anytime you want to move here with me, just say the word!!!  LOL!

Well, I need to fix us a bite of lunch and then it's nap time for Benny Boy.  Love you all!

Cindy 

there is nothing wrong with wishing a swift peaceful passing instead of a lingering painful one.  

when we got word mom was going we were told it could be today or it could be a week     I sat with her the 72 hrs.   My wish?   I didnt want to lose my mom.  But I Knew I couldnt stop Gods timing

so I wanted a swift peaceful painfree passing as much as it hurt me.   

Ill be praying for your family.