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Ed has not been very well lately. His PD is putting us through some difficult times, but his sense of humor helps to keep us both going. Thankfully, when things get hard for him, he sleeps a lot more. However when he sleeps more, I worry more.
On a good note, I came home Saturday with loads of yarn and fabric. Every time I pick up the cricheting or start sewing I think of everyone of you. I wish we were all in the same town so I could make you each something special.
Everyone have as good a day as possible.
Love and hugs and prayers for all.
On a good note, I came home Saturday with loads of yarn and fabric. Every time I pick up the cricheting or start sewing I think of everyone of you. I wish we were all in the same town so I could make you each something special.
Everyone have as good a day as possible.
Love and hugs and prayers for all.
we have a heat advisory the next two days. i guess i'll buckle and use the AC during the day if i can't breathe. i'm not going to be too ambitious after a pretty rough night of nightmares. maybe it was that late night bowl of ice cream.
mother and i are going to a shower for my nephew's fiance saturday, so i don't know if there are going to be any big celebrations. i want to see some fireworks though.
how are you today? any plans for the 4th?
special prayers and hugs for our members who're going through extra pain and stress right. hugs all around and wishes for a good day!
Like Serenity, I'm facing the heat-to-beat (or hide from!), too, so... may we all imagine we're dabbling our toes in cooling surf while knitting, quilting or otherwise creating with fabric.... I'd love to make everyone an embroidered pillow. I used to do a lot of fancy embroidery work, making special pillows for peoplel. I always make pillows and blankets, what doe sthis say about me, LOL.
I got some great adivce on my journal for my situation with my mom and how bad off i've been. I have to face that either i go inpatient or she gets the ultimatum that she returns to AA. She's not drinking but her behaviors are all what they call "dry drunk"---I'd forgotten about that, someone reminded me, and while it's painful, it's a relieving pain. I can put a name to it. Y'know?
And i survived it before, stopped the co-dep on my end (it's stressful as all get out when she tries to force me back to it from her end) and now I can find strategies for *me*.... AlAnon, here I come again!
My plan for today is to continue to rest up. Hubby is finally feeling better from his Rocky Mtn Spotted Fever but now I'm so worn out I'm about capable of watching Cartoon Network.
My plan for the 4th is no plan. Hubby is gonna be hanging with his fam, and as it's a death anny here (Dad, 20 years ago), I'll hide in my blankets and vegetate.
Then eat cheddar fries. You gotta have spicy cheddar fries on th eFourth. Yummmm!
Rambling, sorry, tired.
Love an dpeace to all,
Leo
Morning Grammagus - yaaay on the collecting yarn, n sorry Ed isn't to well, enjoy your day today, and hope you have a terrific crafty day. xo
Morning Serenity - aww sorry for the nightmares, sweet stuff before bed does cause them I read somewhere, try n keep cool, a/c on and pls rest huh... I so wish we had fireworks here... would be Frog loads of fun... 8-),.. xo
Morning to anyone I may have missed and all to follow...
Sorry guys, flippers are rough, n wish I could respond to some more posts... But sending Hopes n Wishes up for those in need (((Mary Ellen, Autumn, Leo, Lisa))) and all of my treasured Friends... Love you Bunches.. xoxo
grammagus, I sure hope Ed feels better soon. Sounds like you have enough new goodies to make some pretty goodies. I really envy your creative sewing, crocheting & knitting skills.
Serenity, yikes the 90's definitely time to turn the air on. Thankfully were going to be in the upper 70's during the day & low 50's at night! I'd be happy as a lark if it stayed that way all year long. I'm sorry you had terrible nightmares again maybe hang a dream catcher above your bed. I hope you have a nice time at the shower this weekend.
Leo, I hope your able to get plenty of rest today. I'm sorry your going through such a tough time with your mom. It's hard to practice tough love especially with a parent. I'm glad your going back to AlAnon. Hopefully you'll regain the tools you need to get through the rough patch.
Seekin, I'm sorry your not feeling well today. I think you should curl up under a Lilly pad and sleep the day away. I sure hope those flippers of yours are feeling better soon.
I don't have much planned today. I may dust. My husbands Uncle/God Father passed away yesterday & it sounds like the funeral will be on Sat. That means a two hour drive there & back. I can barely manage a 1/2hr in a car unless I'm driving. That's kind of the plan I'll drive half way if not the whole way. I love to drive it relaxes me. Now my hubby on the other hand....well let's just say his butt cheeks don't unclench until we stop LOL!!
Sending out prayers & hugs to all that need them & wishes for low pain & stress.
Love, Hugs & God Bless
Lisa
Ugh Serenity, the weather can just take our breath away! It's going to be 97 here today. I'm like Leo. Any weather extreme, hot or cold, sets off flares, either from arthritis or fibro! Have fun at the shower. I'm so sorry you're having those nightmares! Maybe you can eat the ice cream earlier? Stay cool today, meaning in doors. Hugs
GM Leo. Be careful with ultimatums unless you're able to follow through. She's had your whole life honing her guilt tripping skills on you. The first stop I would make is Al-Anon. That's where you'll learn how to be ok despite your mom and achieve some peace for you. (I'm 22 yrs sober with AA recovery, 7 yrs with Al-Anon). Godspeed. And I'm glad your hubby is feeling better! Hope you have your cheddar fries on July 4!
Dammit, I hate hearing your flippers are down Seek. You so deserve a break. I'm glad you don't have fireworks there. People here in Texas blow their fingers off and start fires every year, lol. I wish for you a good night's rest and hopefully, the pain will not break thru tomorrow. Gentle hugs.
Hi Lisa. I'm with you. 2 hr car rides are rough for me too, but somehow, not as bad if I drive. And yes, when I drive, think Planes, Trains & Automobiles when Steve Martin and John Candy are driving between 2 big rigs. I'm surprised Hals fingers don't leave dents, LOL! We have a mutual dislike of each other's driving. I do try to go the speed limit when he's a passenger though, lol. Have a good day.
Thought I'd jump on the morning bandwagon early for a change. Early morning pain kicks my butt. Max is outside, Jack inside so there's peace in the valley. Just usual agony. At least it's not above that yet. I have to hit the grocery store so stay tuned. I'll probably be back to moan and kevetch later. I hope everyone has a peaceful, relaxing day. Hugs, Dianna
i hope Ed feels better grammagus, enjoy your yarn. i wish i could crochet. stay cool with that AC serenity, take it easy. hi leo so sorry you are dealing with difficult situation with your mom, i like the sound of hiding and vegitating. cheddar fries YUM. good morning seekn1, its so nice to see you.sorry to hear about your husbands uncle/god father passing yesterday. i say let the dust bunnies rest for the day.
my grandpa passed away this morning. he held on for a week after the drs found malignant brain tumor. hes resting now, out of pain. today is also the 4th year anniversay of my dad dying. hard day, but ill get thru it. theres no place id rather be than be right here with you all.
im wishing that everyone get moments of relief today so that you can enjoy this day.
Well I just lost my post. I had addressed all of you individually and right now my fingers are too numb to redo it so I'm just going to say I hope everyone has a low pain, cool day.
Love and hugs,
Mary Ellen
Getting ready to go to the docs so can't write to everyone, but read about you all.
Ericka I'm sorry about the loss of your Grandpa and on the anniversary of your Dad's passing it has to be especially hard. I'll be back on later and I'll be sure to check on you. Circling you Sweetheart.
Love and comfy hugs comrade in arms!
Toni
Goood Morning ((((Hugs)))) ,.. Erika, Leo, Lisa, Dianna and Mary Ellen... xoxox
Lisa I'm sorry I missed it reading the first time around about your husband's uncle passing. My condolences to him and the family. Keeping you all in my prayers.
Thanks Seek and what the heck is telly tubby Tuesday? all I know is the kids show. LOL
Ericka we care about you and love having you be part of our circle. I think it's really special here too.
I drove 5 hours the wrong direction for the wrong son's appointment! Don't you just hate when that happens?
Erika, loving arms and filled hearts form the circle surrounding you.
Seek I am wishing some relief...
and to everyone else, I must run to my GI appointment and I will catch up later.
Joanne