Slippery Saturday

Thank you Christine....thank you for sharing. You are very strong as well as you remember your parents. Your dad was so young. That must have been hard. Losing your mom only 4 years ago, I know you still feel the pain.

You are right...we were lucky to have such wonderful role models. We both have certainly gained strength haven't we.

Thanks again for the reply. I did sleep better last night after talking about my parents. I didn't have such a restless sleep. 

Love and many hugs to you....connie d

Oh my Sweet sistas! Y'all make me cry.  I feel the love.  I cannot imagine my life without all of you. 

Just to let you know, Butch must have thought about it because he got up and washed and shaved and sat up awhile. He also made an effort to eat lunch. Things have improved since this morning.  He's promised to try and make a short walk this evening.  

Now that's more like my guy!  

Just a side note: I didn't pack enough clothes for this trip so I'm buying clothes out of the hospital gift shop!  They have a bigger selection than you might imagine. never say I am not a fashionista.  LOL!

Vic...you know I am also here for you...I just am not sure what to say because others have already said it...also I have been through so much with my ex and it is bringing back bad memories...(sorry) but know that I am praying hard for both you and Butch!!! I know it IS heartbreaking right now and GOD has a plan...hang in there...LOVE YOU!!!

HUGSSSSSSSSSSSS

Judy...you just said it all!!!! I love you my friend!!

Love you....HUGS.....connie d

Oh Vickie...thank God for answered prayers!! I am so glad Butch got up and even washed up and shaved...that is wonderful!! Even if he sat up for a little while it is better then not at all. I am happy to know he even tried to eat some lunch. Way To Go Butch!!!!!  God Bless! More prayers on the way!!

As for clothes ,I am sure you look wonderful!! Hospitals always have some of the nicest clothes. Quite spendy at times but worth it!! I now our hospital here has washers and driers on the Cancer floors. People never know how long they will be there.

You sound happier and I can just see that smile!!! I loved Budder's dirty face on the picture Michael sent you. Oh how I would love to squeeze that little guy!!!  

Hope you can manage a more laid back day. I know how much you need those days. I love you very much!!!

Love and many hug to you....connie d

Hi Vickie!

I am a newbie, but your post today about Butch touched a nerve. My husband has been disabled for years and 4 years ago they had to amputate his lower leg. We have really gone through some rough times due to his health. I think it is so hard emotionally & mentally on the primary caretaker. You have to carefully deal with their emotions and your own. My husband is stable now, but unless you live with someone with a serious, ongoing illness it is hard to relate.

I had cancer 2 years ago, but was blessed with an early stage so no chemo or radiation was required. I was tired a lot though. I am in a cancer support group & I never realized how chemo affected you in so many ways. My father-in-law had one treatment & we believe it contributed to his death. In all fairness he had let his prostrate cancer go until he was diagnosed late stage, and we didn't think he dealt well with being ill after being very healthy & mobile for 70+ years. So between the chemo & his lack of will to continue living he died. We had to respect that...it was his choice.

I am hopeful things will lighten up for both of you. I just remember being in that 'tunnel' I felt we couldn't escape when my husband was seriously ill.

Best wishes & prayers.

Such good news Vickie! We will keep praying for you both.

Good Evening Everyone,

I had to adjust my plans to travvel from Mom's to Eileen's this week.  Originally I was supposed to take her to her psychiatrist's office Wednesday afternoon, then drive to Eileen's.  Mom's blood pressure was terribly low, and she didn't feel up to packing.  So we postponed to Friday.  Because the snowstorm was due today, I insisted on driving yesterday, and helped her pack on Thursday.  

I got to have dinner with Chris last night.  He also gave me a tour of the conference center where he takes his graduate classes through Penn State.

Today, my sis and sis-in-law, and I sat down, without Mom, and discussed our immediate plan to help Mom.

Spent some time with Sean at Eileen's, then came back to Kathy's to crochet and watch TV.

Hugs,

Trish

Good evening Trish....I am glad you are being cautious about traveling in that weather. I keep praying you can all settle on what is best for your mom. Decisions like that are heartbreaking to make. Do the best you can. I will keep sending prayers.

So glad you had time with Chris again, and also with Sean.

I hope tomorrow is a bit brighter for all of you.

Love and hugs to you....connie d

I missed posting to you all yesterday, it was a bit of a blur! I will come back in few hours to post on our Sunday thread.  I will just say this: You are all incredible and caring people and I am glad to be among you!