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Today is Dads birthday. He would of been 58. I miss him alot today.. more so than previous days. I am thinking of going out to the cemetary, but.. its a hard think for me to do.. I want to be alone when I do it, and a time with out the kids is rare. I am going out with friends later to have a drink to Dad. well thats all i wanted to say... Happy Birthday Dad! Shelli

Sherri Not really sure what more I can add to what has already been said, but wanted to add my 2 cents about being a child who lost a parent. My Dad died 4months ago, and in the beginning, the only people who asked me how I was were "my" friends, those mostly my age, other than that anyone else who knew me as well as my mother always asked "How is your Mom?" It would make me sooooo MAD. I was like, HEY WHAT ABOUT ME!!!!! And now, well mostly we have moved on (on the outside) and I think that people just think that things are fine and dont ask how you are, if you are not grieving out in the open. I really never did that, I didnt want to scare my kids, one of which spent alot of time with Grandpa the past year and was sad herself. But it still hurts everyday.. I know that my Mom still has bad days. Today expecially, its Dads birthday! But.... This place has helped me more than anyone can know. I have meet wonderful people here and I hope that I have been able to be a suport for someone else that is grieving... Maybe this site needs a forum for children who lost someone to LC. if thats possible, That way it may be easier for those of us who have to connect with each other? KATIE??? are you still following this thread? Is that a possibility? Sherri and all of you others who lost a parent... I am thinking of you! Shelli

For me the closest would have to be a flood... I had my fair share or what floods are like this past June... if any one remembers me saying that I had to walk to get home in water up to my waist with 2 kids... Ugh... We have not had a tornado in this area since 1974.. I was 3mo old.. but happend to be in a differant city at the time visting my Grandparents. And of course we have blizzards.. but come to think of it, nothing to major as of late.. we are more likely to get frigid temps!

Here are some pictures of Anna's first day of Kindergarten! She did a great job... although, Mom had a hard time. All Set to Go! Russell had to get in on the action. At School. Waiting in line, that is her teacher, Mrs. Cook holding the sign. Getting a little sad.. Mom had to walk away. Turning one last time to wave good-bye.

Welcome Bug, I hope that you are able to find the support that you need here. It is a great place to vent when you need to, find encouraging words when you need them and to make great friends... Shelli

Gabby, I am glad that they got the fluid removed and he is doing a bit better... I am also confused by the pain he experienced. My mother had that done about 3 times.(she has/had lung problems). But what took me aback, was the part about having to pay extra for a TV and a phone.... how strange.. I can maybe understand paying more for the private room, but having to for things that should just be standard is just weird. Well I am glad that you did though, cause it can get pretty boring pretty quick in the hospital with out a tv. Shelli

Thanks Denise... gets you thinking!

funny Rndy, Thanks

Quote for the day: "Whatever you give a woman, she's going to multiply. If you give her sperm, she'll give you a baby. If you give her a house, she'll give you a home. If you give her groceries, she'll give you a meal. If you give her a smile, she'll give you her heart. She multiplies and enlarges what is given to her. So - if you give her any crap, you will receive a ton of sh*t." Love and appreciate all the women in your life.

Penelope

Michelle..... I know so unoriginal.... is too early... coffee hasnt kicked in yet.

Zuma... This is the name that Gwen Stefani and hubby Gavin Rossdale named their new baby boy... just born last Friday.

Ted

Patti.... Great News!!!! Glad all is ok!!! Shelli

Henry

This was written by an 83-year-old woman to her friend. *The last line says it all. * Dear Bertha, I'm reading more and dusting less. I'm sitting in the yard and admiring the view without fussing about the weeds in the garden. I'm spending more time with my family and friends and less time working. Whenever possible, life should be a pattern of experiences to savor, not to endure. I'm trying to recognize these moments now and cherish them. I'm not "saving" anything; we use our good china and crystal for every special event such as losing a pound, getting the sink unstopped, or the first Amaryllis blossom. I wear my good blazer to the market. My theory is if I look prosperous, I can shell out $28.49 for one small bag of groceries. I'm not saving my good perfume for special parties, but wearing it for clerks in the hardware store and tellers at the bank. "Someday" and "one of these days" are losing their grip on my vocabulary. If it's worth seeing or hearing or doing, I want to see and hear and do it now I'm not sure what others would've done had they known they wouldn't be here for the tomorrow that we all take for granted. I think they would have called family members and a few close friends. They might have called a few former friends to apologize and mend fences for past squabbles. I like to think they would have gone out for a Chinese dinner or for whatever their favorite food was. I'm guessing; I'll never know. It's those little things left undone that would make me angry if I knew my hours were limited. Angry because I hadn't written certain letters that I intended to write one of these days. Angry and sorry that I didn't tell my husband and parents often enough how much I truly love them. I'm trying very hard not to put off, hold back, or save anything that would add laughter and luster to our lives. And every morning when I open my eyes, tell myself that it is special. Every day, every minute, every breath truly is a gift from God. If you received this, it is because someone cares for you. If you're too busy to take the few minutes that it takes right now to forward this, would it be the first time you didn't do the little thing that would make a difference in your relationships? I can tell you it certainly won't be the last. Take a few minutes to send this to a few people you care about, just to let them know that you're thinking of them. "People say true friends must always hold hands, but true friends don't need to hold hands because they know the other hand will always be there." Life may not be the party we hoped for, but while we are here we might as well dance

That was good.... dont you wish you could think that fast and make sense while doing it.

leslie, I can TOTALY relate... it has been practically 4months since my Dad passed... and except for the moments right after and a bit during the funeral, I havent had a "breakdown" BUT the one time that I felt the closest was when I went to visit the nurses after Dada passed. I would like to see them again, but it is just too hard. Hopefullu someday, I will be able too. Shelli

Glad you got an answer to the problem. My Dad also had problems with keeping hydrated... he was never much of a water drinker even before he was sick, so trying to get him to drink it after was alot of work. I hope you find a way that works to get your Dad to stay hydrated. Shelli

ok... sorry Randy ... BRUCE!!!!! the comment is now thrown at you!!!!

RANDY... quantity??? I think that you are under-estimating out wine drinking friends here... you never know what they can put back! Expecially that Patti girl, I heard shes a drunk... Just kidding!!!! LOVE YA PATTI

yeah, those suckers should hold up the bus! And if any break, then we can just add more as we go,as I am sure the bus will be full of them.

Oh,Denise, you are toooo Funny!!!!!

OMG!!!! too funny