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Libby, I'm remembering you and your mom in my prayers. Please keep us posted on how things are going.

So very sorry for your loss.

http://www.paete.org/movies/ParentWish.wmv Sound up for this one. Josh Groban is singing.

Jackie, first of all, please accept my sympathy on the loss of your father. From your description, he sounds like a truly wonderful man. I am so glad you decided to join us and tell your story. There are a lot of members here that have recently lost there fathers. I know you will find lots of support from them and everyone at this board. It sounds as if you and your family were very good caregivers for your father. Please try and not second guess any decisions you may have made regarding his treatment. This second guessing will make you nuts, if you allow it to continue. As caregivers, we have to make really tough decisions. I'm sure all the decisions you and your sister made were the right ones.

Blonde's year in review January - Took new scarf back to store because it was too tight. February - Fired from pharmacy job for failing to print labels....."duh".....bottles won't fit in typewriter!!! March - Got excited.....finished jigsaw puzzle in 6 months.....box said "2-4 years!" April - Trapped on escalator for hours.....power went out!!! May - Tried to make Kool-Aid.....8 cups of water won't fit into those little packets!!! June - Tried to go water skiing.....couldn't find a lake with a slope. July - Lost breast stroke swimming competition.....learned later, other swimmers cheated, they used their arms!!! August - Got locked out of car in rain storm.....car swamped, because top was down. September - The capital of California is "C".....isn't it??? October - Hate M &M's.....they are so hard to peel. November - Baked turkey for 4 1/2 days.....instructions said 1 hour per pound and I weigh 108!!! December - Couldn't call 911....."duh".....there's no "eleven" button on the phone!!! What a year!!

I'm in the central Florida area, east coast. I will be happy to obtain any information regarding health care in this area. I am also available to be a Buddy to anyone that needs an understanding listener.

I love boots because they always bring out the true "country girl" in me. Tub or Shower

I can still remember looking at that little guy and saying over and over ...."look how beautiful he is." I was in complete awe of this tiny little boy and immediately knew that my life was more complete.

New Company Rules - Effective IMMEDIATELY EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY: Company Policy: Effective January 19, 2006 Dress Code It is advised that you come to work dressed according to your salary. If we see you wearing Prada shoes and carrying a Gucci bag, we assume you are doing well financially and therefore do not need a raise. If you dress poorly, you need to learn to manage your money better, so that you may buy nicer clothes, and therefore you do not need a raise. If you dress just right, you are right where you need to be and therefore you do not need a raise. Sick Days We will no longer accept a doctor's statement as proof of sickness. If you are able to go to the doctor, you are able to come to work. Personal Days Each employee will receive 104 personal days a year. They are called Saturday & Sunday. Bereavement Leave This is no excuse for missing work. There is nothing you can do for dead friends, relatives or co-workers. Every effort should be made to have non-employees attend to the arrangements. In rare cases where employee involvement is necessary, the funeral should be scheduled in the late afternoon. We will be glad to allow you to work through your lunch hour and subsequently leave one hour early. Toilet Use Entirely too much time is being spent in the toilet. There is now a strict three-minute time limit in the stalls. At the end of three minutes, an alarm will sound, the toilet paper roll will retract, the stall door will open, and a picture will be taken. After your second offense, your picture will be posted on the company bulletin board under the "Chronic Offenders category". Anyone caught smiling in the picture will be sanctioned under the company's mental health policy. Lunch Break Skinny people get 30 minutes for lunch, as they need to eat more, so that they can look healthy. Normal size people get 15 minutes for lunch to get a balanced meal to maintain their average figure. Chubby people get 5 minutes for lunch, because that's all the time needed to drink a Slim-Fast. Thank you for your loyalty to our company. We are here to provide a positive employment experience. Therefore, all questions, comments, concerns, complaints, frustrations, irritations, aggravations, insinuations, allegations, accusations, contemplations, consternation and input should be directed elsewhere.

I will offer two options. The next person picks one and tells why s/he chose it and then leaves two options. EXAMPLE cats or dogs? NEXT PERSON dogs because I'm allergic to cats blue or green? NEXT PERSON blue it's my favorite color ranch or colonial? Got it? Okay, I'll start with ketchup or steak sauce?

Brenda, I am so very sorry for your loss. I will remember you and your family in my prayers.

Dani, after three years, I still love to talk about Dennis. When we have family gatherings, we all sit around the table and talk about Dennis. It's so interesting to hear things that our children remember most about their dad. When we have these talks, I almost feel like Dennis is there with us. I have some great friends here that also love talking about Dennis. It's so great to go to their houses and reminise about the really good times, before Dennis was diagnosed. Personally, I believe that talking about our loved ones is the best healing tool we have. I will always think of you as the world's best sister, because of your love for Darlene.

Sparrow, I know you feel lost without your mother. Being a caregiver for someone you love is a very difficult task. When my husband was ill, I was always so frustrated, as I felt absolutely helpless. I so wanted to do something that would make him all better but at the same time, I knew there was nothing. In the end, we have to remember that we did everything possible for our loved ones. I'm sure that your mother was content and happy just having you by her side. Moms are like that! The most important thing to us is having our children near and knowing they are safe. Guilt is a natural part of grieving. I would imagine that everyone on this board that has lost a love one has at sometime felt that maybe there was more they could have done. Just always remember that your mother will always live on in your heart. She was very lucky to have a loving daughter to care for her.

Amie...you're so full of it...good news, that is...lol! I am so very happy for Suki! It must be absolutely wonderful for her to know that she can drive again soon! You will be a great ambassador for our cause.YOU GO GIRL! So proud of you! I am so envious of you!!! Rich is definitely someone we would all love to meet!!!

Good one Frank!!!

Ginny...I absolutely love this!!!

YESTERDAY

Thirty one years ago today, my oldest son was born. I think that was definitely one of the most memorable days of my life. A question for those of you with children. What do you remember most about the day your first child was born?

Amie....you look marvelooooooooooous! It was so much fun being able to see someone I "know" on national television! You looked like you were having a ball.

Like you, Joanie....I LOVED the STONES!!!

Love ya Peggy!!!! Thanks for being such an inspiration to us all!!!

I'm taping the show while I'm at work. I can't believe I remembered it ...even without the reminder. I can't wait to get home and see!!!

Sue, you know that you and Mike always are in my prayers. I pray that the doctor can find something that will help Mike. Please take care of yourself during all of this.

When you are really stressed to the max, what is your secret tip for calming down and getting everything back under control?

My dear friend Larry.....I am so very sorry to hear about the passing of your beautiful bride, Alyce. I am so relieved to hear that her passing was peaceful. God gained a beautiful angel when Alyce went to her Heavenly home. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers during this painful time.