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Congratulations, Hebbie!!! 3 years is really something to crow about!!! So happy for you!

Planner or Procrastinator? Which are you? Has anyone been a Procrastinator and turnedd into a Planner.....or vice versa?

So very sorry that you are dealing with so many issues at once. Like Don said, give yourself time. Losing your dad didn't happen overnight and healing from that loss won't happen overnight, either. If I were you, I would think this way about your talk with the oncologist. Apparently, the cancer had spread so extensively that there was nothing more that could be done. But...everything that could be done was done. You, his loving daughter, know that everything was done to save your dad. Your dad is at peace...pain free....happy. When the time is right, you will also be able to find peace. I pray that time is soon.

Kasey, thanks so much for sharing.

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((((((((((((((bronbear)))))))))))))) Please, don't beat yourself up over this. Only once did the word "dying" come up between me and Dennis. He was so determined to beat this damned disease that using the word "dying" seemed to be somewhere he refused to go. Like you, I felt the need to talk and this is where friends came in. I think that men are born to protect their families and be strong. I'm sure your dad was much more worried about you that he ever was about himself. You told him often how much you loved him and I know that was all your dad needed and wanted to hear. That love helped him fight with all his might. Please know that you did everything that your dad needed. Just listen carefully, with your heart, and you'll know that your dad loves you!

A big city California lawyer went duck hunting in rural Texas. He shot and dropped a bird, but it fell into a farmer's field on the other side of a fence. As the lawyer climbed over the fence, an elderly farmer drove up on his tractor and asked him what he was doing. The litigator responded, "I shot a duck and it fell in this field, and now I'm going into retrieve it." The old farmer replied. "This is my property, and you are not coming over here." The indignant lawyer said, "I am one of the best trial attorneys in the U.S. and, if you don't let me get that duck, I'll sue you and take everything you own." The old farmer smiled and said, "Apparently, you don't know how we do things in Texas. We settle small disagreements like this with the Texas Three Kick Rule." The lawyer asked, "What is the Texas Three Kick Rule?" The Farmer replied. "Well, first I kick you three times and then you kick me three times, and so on, back and forth, until someone gives up." The attorney quickly thought about the proposed contest and decided that he could easily take the old codger. He agreed to abide by the local custom. The old farmer slowly climbed down from the tractor and walked up to the city feller. His first kick planted the toe of his heavy work boot into the lawyer's groin and dropped him to his knees. His second kick nearly ripped the man's nose off his face. The barrister was flat on his belly when the farmer's third kick to a kidney nearly caused him to give up. The lawyer summoned every bit of his will and managed to get to his feet and said, "Okay, you old coot now it's my turn." The old farmer smiled and said, "Naw, I give up. You can have the duck."

Frank would have been happy if she had brought some cold beer and chocolate donuts. His idea of a really great meal. Right, Frank?

Like Kim, I always cheer myself up by going shopping. With me, shopping doesn't always constitute buying. Shopping and buying are two different animals. Shoppping gets me out in the world and around people. It takes my mind off my problems and often, I see people so less fortunate than I am. Then, I feel guilty for feeling "down." Hey....anyone want to go shopping with me and Kim? I know Ginny is up for the trip!!!!

I think this is a great way to look at life. What is the true meaning of "normal?" I think your outlook and decision not to worry is absolutely wonderful!

What do you do when you need to cheer yourself up? We've had a really rough month here on the board so we need some really good suggestions!

Eppie...Sorry for more problems. Saying lots of prayers and sending positive vibes!

So nice to look back on these pictures and see such a happy girl! I know all her "babies" miss her terribly!!!

The Pub is open. I think we all need to gather for a stiff drink. Whatcha think? She suggests bringing our crying towels. Nope...got that wrong. Towels are already there...full of tears. But...she has fresh ones.

Oh Beth, I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. Please don't feel guilty. You did the exact thing that I would have done. When we are so scared, we do what we think is right. I'm sure your dear dad knew that you were trying to help him. I am so very sorry!

Good one, Kim!!!

Ginny...thanks for this. Made me smile for the first time in days. Under the circumstances, I think we need a lot of good jokes right now....and stiff drinks. Where's Cindi?????

Please let Addie know that we love her, miss her and are saying many prayers. Thank you so very much for keeping us posted on this beautiful lady.

Thanks for letting us know this, Ginny. So very sorry.

((((((((((((((((((Karen)))))))))))))))))) I am so very sorry. You have been through so very much! My heart is just breaking for you.

Thanks you so much for posting this and reminding us that God is here for us. This has been such a painful and discouraging week for all of us. I pray that God will grant peace to all who are suffering.

So very sorry to hear about Sharon. My prayers for her family. Thank you so very much for letting us know.

Paula, welcome to our family. I am so sorry to hear about your mother. You will find this site to be a wonderful place for lots of support and information.

Love this one, Eppie!!! Dick has a Harley but I'm thinking this might be more productive!!!

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