Manny, I always considered you a very core of this group. Just goes to show that we never know how others really feel. I am sorry you are feeling worse.
I am here, but barely. I am just really so tired of being shut down at 10:30 in the morning.
I am just not getting anything done. Gripe gripe gripe complain....do I feel better now?
No. Hugs to all.

Manny!!!!!!!! you are an important member of this group. thats why invite you to all my groups that i join!

I'm here today, my migraine is better. Punishing my kid isn't working so i'm gonna have to break out the big guns. It takes me alot to reach a point where a kid can make me this mad.

I've been thinking alot about getting my AFO's a little nervouse about how it will look and im hopeing that how much they help will overrule how goofy they look LOL

i love this thread david.

I am here... I am okay... I never really like to say otherwise, trying to teach myself to let lose once in a while.

I am extremely grateful to everyone here who shares and gives so openly with zero judgment. I am extremely worried and stressed over my future, i've worked so hard to build a successful future life and career and now I have no idea what is going to happen. (I try to remember no ones futures stay on course, im not alone there)

But I am hopeful that switching over my medical care will bring great things for me... even though I have to go through a billion more rotten tests again! Hope everyone is doing okay today.

sweetlifebf-

I understand everything you're saying. I'm in a similar boat with changes coming from every direction.

I hope your new medical care is good and that you get satisfactory test results.

Thanks for all the hugs, thoughts and prayers for Jim and myself. It meant alot to me. This is weighing so heavy on me. I am worried for him and I have to admit myself too. He is my rock, he can hold me and make everything alright. He goes to his dr tomorrow to have him set up appt with an uroligist and an appt for a mri. On the ct scan they think they see something on his kidney and prostrate. He hasn't felt good for awhile now and I've bullied him to get bloodwork done and chest xrays. He just keeps losing weight and is down now to110 lbs. as much as I've worked to keep from losing any more weight he now weighs less than me.
The er thinks what happened that took him there though was heat exhaustion. So be careful my friends.

Thank you so much for listening and letting me say this.
Love ya all,
Toni

Thanks all for your warm comments I guess I should open up more and let people tell me like it is instead of thinking one thing and it being another. I really appreciate and it makes me feel alot better.

Good morning,

Today, I am grateful for my air conditioned house. It's going to be another...even hotter day. Hazy, hot, humid and in the 90s! I always worry about older people who only use fans. Also, a reminder for pet owners, please make sure their comfort and safety is a priority, too.

I hope everyone is safe and comfortable today.

Hugs,
Cherry

Oh boy Cherry I am in the same situation here as the heat here is supposed to be the worse of the worse for us and getting into triple digits today. I plan on spending the day inside and hoping and praying that the electricity stays on as it is likely we will loose power when we have these really hot days and the power company can not keep up. Lot of the people in our area have already lost power and I feel for them and yes if you have pets bring them in even if they are outside dogs or cats way to hot. My dogs are running out to pee and coming right back in they dont want to fool around out there.

We have a similar situation with an indoor/outdoor cat. She'll go 2 or 3 days sometimes, who knows where, but fortunately she is in today.

Rocco and I slept in this morning until 7:30!!! It felt good to get some rest. I feel pretty good, all things considered.

If you are reading this, please take this opportunity to pop in and say hey. We enjoy knowing that we're not alone.

Hugs,
David.

I usually am not a aggressive person but when a neighbor of ours had their dog outside tied up and no water I yelled at them till they brought the dog in. It was either that I told my DH or I kidnapped the dog so he just hung his head in embarrassment and let me go, the good thing is he is a pretty big man so no back talking from neighbors.

Keep cool everyone and dont forget sunscreen even if out doing some running around and dont plan on staying in the sun long it only takes a bit to get burned.

I love the daily Keeping in touches and seeing how everyone is spending their day more times then not I find we have so much in common we CPers are so alike.

manny, i too, am glad you're here and that you gave it to that cruel neighbor.
nealy, so sorry about your loss - such a stupid thing.
ray, i though the writing thing was a good idea. love and hugs to all i'm not remembering to mention. i usually stop and pray when i read your comments b/c i won't make it through. my stomach is terrible today. new patch b/c i was so tired last night and took my chart off to show my MD. it went on first thing this morning, so maybe that's it. i want/need to have another productive day, but i want to go back to bed and read and that may very well win out except for trips to the bathroom. hope everyone manages to stay cool and out of pain today. =)

I am here today and I feel broken...but, I am thankful that it is my body and not my spirit that is in that shape.

@Irocket
Honey...I am so very sorry...I just read this thread from the original post and I did not know about Jim...I will call you today pumpkin.

@ Manny123
YOU ARE ABSOLUTELY PART OF THIS FAMILY! There is no "IN or OUT" here...we are IN together and you have been here since day one. You are part of this and part of who we are and I hope that you feel more comfortable posting here or at least letting us know you are around.

@ Dave
I am flying to your house today...on my stealthy silent duck feathers and I am swooping up Rocco and bringing him home to Snoopy and Kalla...**sticks tongue out** SO THERE!

@ Serenity
Please use us to share about you too...you cannot heal the world if you don't feel good yourself.

@ everyone else...My hugs and love to you each day. A year ago...I was alone and scared and sad and mad...now...I am able to handle those feelings with my family who understand and I am able to feel helpful to others still even though my body does not cooperate with me.

HUGS to you!!

I haven't been around all that much lately because I have been hurting alot. The last couple of days have been so bad that I can hardly sleep. We have the heat here too. There is a breeze but it feels like it just blowing hot, wet air into your mouth and nose. I don't have breathing problems but today I feel for those that do. A few steps outside and you are exhausted.

After a couple of quiet weeks the drinking and arguing is starting again upstairs. I have been here over 5 years and the last few months with the nonsense makes me feel less and less guilty that I am going to be moving out of here after the summer. I know my landlord depends on my rent but I miss the peace we have had here for so long. Oh well, I guess the universe is saying you have been here too long and since I haven't taken the gentle hints it is stepping up it's game. OK, I hear you!

Manny, really? You are so a part of this wacky family whether you are talking or just drinking your tea at the kitchen table, listening in.

Hugs to all, try to keep cool. Barbara

David,

Great idea. We do all lurk around sometimes or just drop in a minute, This is a way to just say hello and to let everyone know how we are doing.
Me I am tired but ok. I have not been spending as much time on my computer because it causes me so much pain in my neck and rt. shoulder.

Ray I am sorry that your step kiddo was mean. I know from your pics he has been in your life a long time and that had to be hurtful to find out what he was doing. I am glad your head is better. I wish you less pain today and for you to know you are an awesome mom and loved.

Duckie your spirit is always in good shape it seems. If your body could be half of that I know you would have less pain. Watch that flying trip to David's house so as not to cause a bird strike on the airplanes. I am sure he already has hid Rocco.

Manny you are a big part of DS and especially the pain boards. You are #1 in my book. I don't know how you could think not. Your support always is good stuff. You are someone we can all count on.

Toni I am sorry about what is going on with your man. Even if it was the heat that caused this the thing is now he will get checked out and if anything else is wrong it can be treated. I understand what he means to
you. I am that way about my husband.

Serenity I hope you have a better day and your stomach settles down.
This new patch might be what helps you do what you want to do. In the meantime you should go to be and read a book. Let your system get adjusted to it. Don't forget to nibble on something even if it is a soda cracker.

Cherry I think just about all of us are thankful for the A/C or even fans.
Our pups are tired of being in the house but it is just to hot for them to
romp around outside. They are lab/boxers and prone to overheat.
They did get another bath yesterday and were allowed to chase around
some. You take care. I would say don't overdo it but hey girl I know you are
one speed which is FAST. At least stay cool and take a break when you
can.

Manny good for you on talking to the poor dog's owner. I know the dog thanks you. Keep your chicks cool.

Hugs everyone. Stay cool. A post on my facebook "Satan called and wants his weather back"

@Manny, thank you for saving the dog. If we don't stand up for them and protect them then who will. That doggie is lucky to have a neighbor like you. Hugs