Laurie Posted December 28, 2004 Share Posted December 28, 2004 Hi Everyone, Sorry that I have not been posting for so long. Sometimes I think that I have "daughters of a survivor guilt".. I feel so bad that thier are so many people who have lost loved ones here and it just breaks my heart. I don't know what to say and I feel so bad. I try to stay here so that people can see that there are survivors of this disease and to give hope. My Mom has just made it to two years and I'm so scared to jinx it and post this but it is just such a blessing. We had another scare with her last month but it turned out to be nothing. She still gets out of breath and tired but she is doing very well and will be retiring in the next couple of weeks. Some of you know that I am having some health problems of my own and I thankyou for caring about me. I still am having trouble and am thinking about moving back home with my parents for a while untill I can get everything straightened out, and possibly having neurosurgery. I love spending time with my parents and am enjoying it so much. I hate being disabled and my selfesteem seems to be suffering because I can't do the things that I want to do. My parents make me feel so good, like just being me is enough... Thier love is like sunshine to my soul, Even though its absolutely freezing here in NH! Anyway I just wanted to wish you all a very Happy Holiday season and a great and healthy new year. Thinking of you all and praying for all of you and your families. Love, Laurie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treebywater Posted December 28, 2004 Share Posted December 28, 2004 Happy Holidays to you as well! I'm a newbie. I wanted to say that I am glad to hear your mom is doing so well.... and while I can't speak for others here, I must say that, as one in the beginning of all of this... every time I hear of someone else doing well for longer than expected... I get a rush of hope. So THANK YOU. I am sorry to hear of your health problems. You will be in my prayers. You sound like a very strong woman. I am glad for your post tonight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea Posted December 28, 2004 Share Posted December 28, 2004 Laurie, It was so good to see you post! I am so happy that your mom is doing well. I hope you get your medical situation under control. Sometimes TLC from our parents does us a world of good. Hang in there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted December 28, 2004 Share Posted December 28, 2004 Love that panda! So good to see you post, Laurie! Have a great 2005, and don't stay away so long. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiny Posted December 29, 2004 Share Posted December 29, 2004 Laurie- Nice to see those panda eyes peeking at me once more and to hear from one of "the old guard" Absolutely NO guilting allowed!!!!! It is marvelous that your mom is doing so well...we could only wish that for everyone! I'm sorry that you are having problems and will be praying that medical attention and the love of dear ones will see you perkier in the new year. Sending bestest vibes![/i] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haylee_38 Posted December 29, 2004 Share Posted December 29, 2004 Laurie, Great to hear mom is doing well. Hope you start feeling better soon. Best wishes for 2005 !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindi o'h Posted December 29, 2004 Share Posted December 29, 2004 Laurie Thank you for posting an update. You have to know that we all receive a boost when there is success. So glad that your mom is doing so well and continues to add sparkle to your life. Good luck with your health, surgery and recovery. Cindi o'h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cindy RN Posted December 30, 2004 Share Posted December 30, 2004 Laurie-SO glad to see you!! I know the survivor guilt I am about to hit the 4 yr mark since diagnosis. I had a relapse during that time but still here. Keep posting-missin you. Cindy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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