shelliemacs Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 driving through my neighborhood and looking at certain Christmas decorations, It hit me how the majority of us feel. Were all like those new decorations that you plug in and the fan inside them blows them up and keeps them blown up until you unplug them. Like a snowman, a Santa Claus, a polar bear, those new snow globe like things with the fake snow flying around in them. we are all deflated because of what Cancer has taken or may take from us. We are all each others electricity and were here to keep the others who need it more than we do at this time "filled with air" in a way. so if any of you are feeling like your wilting, falling over, slumping to one side or just plain blown over. Tell me you need me to filly you up and hold you up again and I will be there for you. You all held me up for almost 2 years straight. My resolution this year is to live as if my parents are standing on either side of me and guiding my way. (as long as they don't come into the bathroom with me) I have been deflated so long and watching all my neighbors blow these silly decorations up every night for weeks now has clicked with me that I need to help blow others up now and maybe that will also at the same time "hold" me up too. so, come one, who needs my electricity???? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitkathi Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 Wonderful analogy Shelli............ Kathi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hopeandstrength Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 Yes, it makes a lot of sense. I need all of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calintay Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 Shelly, you make it sound all so plain. What a wonderful person you are. Heidi I don't blame you for keeping them out of the bathroom, but they did change your diapers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dchurchi Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 you had a very simple answer to a very complex problem. Thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 Shelly~ I think you're back. I knew when I read your poignant message to Carleen that you were healing-- knew you were coming out of the grief fog you were in. I am so glad, I love your resolution. Have a wonderful New Year. Rochelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 I am so proud of your new attitude. You make your parents proud. Welcome back. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 Shelly , You sound so much more upbeat than our PM's a while ago. It is wonderful to 'hear' the lilt in your 'voice'!!!! DH and I can use some of that electricity....so BRING IT ON!!!!! We DO appreciate it . Hoping your New Year brings more peace, resolution, and joy. Many (((HUGS))), Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 Great post, Shelly. You have inflated my day! Blessings and wishes for a good 2006. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 You know what Shelly? You had your much needed down time,and rightfully so. It sounds to me like we have our Shelly back! Happy New Year My Dear! ((((((SHELLY))))))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 Oh dear Shelley, I am so glad that you are coming back. As I have said often, the only things I want for my children are health and happiness. You bet I want them to miss me, but with smiles not tears. I love your New Year's resolution. It is time for happiness in your life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvmydog2 Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 Way to go Shellie. Glad to see you back. I don't post a lot but if I can ever be of help to anyone feel free to PM me. Love you all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowflake Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 Welcome back, Shellie. I remember a Fay A. story of a while ago about two old ladies who went out together, neither of them walking very well. The ladies walked shoulder to shoulder and young Fay's mother told her they were holding each other up... If we all lean strategically, even if we are all faltering, no one will fall. Love to you, Shellie, Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 Shellie, Welcome back and so good to read your post. Hugs Jackie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lilyjohn Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 Welcome back Shelly. Your idea sounds good to me. As for your parents they are there guiding you along each day. Hey I was glad you said you could give a filly up instead of a b---, whoops! Anyway wouldn't want any misunderstandings on that subject Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 That is so very kind of you. We all help each other. May God Bless you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stand4hope Posted December 31, 2005 Share Posted December 31, 2005 Dear Shellie, I'll take some of that electricity. Got any lightning streak size? You're a sweetheart. God loves you, and welcome back! Love and hugs, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glo Posted December 31, 2005 Share Posted December 31, 2005 Awww, this is such a sweet thread, started by one of the biggest hearted people on the forum. It has really inflated me today -- can I ask somebody to let just a little air back out? I'm floating above my house and can almost touch the roof with my toes, but can't quite get back down -- and it's raining out here. At least I'll be clean. Love you Shelley - you're so strong, girl! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaffie Posted December 31, 2005 Share Posted December 31, 2005 Sweet post, Shellie So glad you're back, you've been through so much. The last several years have been similar for me as far as cancer and loved ones go, I do understand, It's enough to wear anyone down Kathy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimmek Posted December 31, 2005 Share Posted December 31, 2005 That was the most beautiful thing i do believe I have heard in a long long time, so very very true. You have made me cry but in such a wonderful way. Thank you for sharing that. Kim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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