What's happening in your life? 11/06-08/08

[Mrs Frey]

I've missed quite a bit this weekend!

GEF, my cold is gone completely - thanks for your positive thoughts. I'm glad you had such an enjoyable and nostalgic trip - I was thinking of you and hoping everything went well. I wish your son everything of the best, and hope that the decision he makes will be the right one for him. I admire the fact that both you and he finished entire books on your train trips - I could never read that fast! :shock:

Molly, I can fully understand your concern for your son, and I hope he will remain safe. I'm shocked at the awful events you have described in your posts and I hope that it comes to an end. We, unfortunately, have a lot of crime in our country, and most of us live in fear everyday that the terrible things we read about that happen to people could happen to us. I was a victim of attacks on two occasions, and although I was fortunate enough not to lose anything on both occasions (a good Samaritan and the police came to my rescue the first time and I managed to run away the second), the trauma I experienced stayed with me for months.

DF, I had to laugh when I read about the streaking happening at the college you attended. Streaking was considered such a big deal before, but compared to what's happening now it's a non-event. Mind you, we have the occasional streaker at cricket matches :roll: (although it happens VERY occasionally), but they are very quickly caught, man-handled and escorted out of the grounds.

Soda, I'm so sorry to read about your friend's student body president. That is so sad. I scarcely know what to say. :( My condolences go out to her family and friends.

I received some bad news myself a few hours ago. My friend and boss/colleague, about whom I posted before, who is suffering from cancer, has experienced a major setback, to the point where I'm told she has "given up". She is probably the most positive person I know, and this news has come as a shock. I'm in a position where I don't know how to feel - I'm about to experience the biggest event of my life in a week's time, and now I'm having to face, simultaneously, that my friend might not win her battle against her illness. It's bringing back all the bad memories of my mother's illness, and I'm on an emotional rollercoaster.

My friend would welcome your prayers.

[Mrs Frey]

OMG Molly - That is very scary about what is happening on the Marquette campus. Like everyone, I hope they catch these crazy people soon. It is so true that young people think they are invincible. I don't know how we convince them otherwise except for letting life experiences teach them. I certainly remember being the same way when I was young. Geez - have things changed like ... TREMENDOUSLY. :wink:

Ha ha - very clever, Dreamer. :wink: That's one of the few things that has made me smile today.

[EasyFeeling]

I'm so sorry to hear your friend is doing so bad, MF. :( I really hope you can enjoy the concert after all.
I'm sending all my positive thoughts to her.

[sodascouts]

I'm so sorry to hear your friend has given up, MF. She'll be in my prayers.

[Ive always been a dreamer]

MF - glad I could put a smile on your face today. And believe me, I understand how you feel. I visited my uncle over the weekend who is also battling cancer, and for the first time since he was diagnosed, I didn't see any gleam of hope left in him. With the news about my brother-in-law last week, we now have three people in my family that are battling this disease. It does seem to be coming at all of us in epidemic proportions these days, and hardly no family is unaffected. I guess we all just need to keep praying that they continue to make progress in determining a cure. Try to keep your chin up, and I will keep you and your friend in my thoughts.

On a lighter side, GA I'm a little late on this, but congratulations on being "stuck on The Border". May you have many more happy posts here.

[Glennsallnighter]

I received some bad news myself a few hours ago. My friend and boss/colleague, about whom I posted before, who is suffering from cancer, has experienced a major setback, to the point where I'm told she has "given up". She is probably the most positive person I know, and this news has come as a shock. I'm in a position where I don't know how to feel - I'm about to experience the biggest event of my life in a week's time, and now I'm having to face, simultaneously, that my friend might not win her battle against her illness. It's bringing back all the bad memories of my mother's illness, and I'm on an emotional rollercoaster.

My friend would welcome your prayers.

MF, I've been with you a lot on this story and understand how you are feeling. I really hope she hasn't given up and that todays news is just a 'blip on the radar' and that her positive attitude will return. That said I know that she is seriously ill and I am not trying to minimise this. She is in my thoughts and in my prayers. I'm sure if you were talking to her she would say
'Go and fulfil your dream and have a great time doing so'

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[Glennsallnighter]

On a lighter side, GA I'm a little late on this, but congratulations on being "stuck on The Border". May you have many more happy posts here.

Thanks so much Dreamer! Hopefully I will!




MF - glad I could put a smile on your face today. And believe me, I understand how you feel. I visited my uncle over the weekend who is also battling cancer, and for the first time since he was diagnosed, I didn't see any gleam of hope left in him. With the news about my brother-in-law last week, we now have three people in my family that are battling this disease. It does seem to be coming at all of us in epidemic proportions these days, and hardly no family is unaffected. I guess we all just need to keep praying that they continue to make progress in determining a cure. Try to keep your chin up, and I will keep you and your friend in my thoughts.


You are so right Dreamer. It seems to be the one illness that has touched everyone.My own mother in law passed away 5 years ago now from it, and I dread hearing of it as a diagnosis. I hope these new cures and treatments come available immediately to those who need them and are offered to all, not just the priviledged. I will keep your uncle in my thoughts and prayers.

[EasyFeeling]

It really makes me sad to read all your comments. :( :hug: :hug: :hug:

[Molly]

Soda, sorry to hear about another tragedy on campus. I just hate hearing of all these senseless events.

MF -my husband has business associates in South Africa and is often in touch with them (he himself visited there himself many years ago) so we're aware of some of what you have to deal with. Please keep yourself safe.

Also, I know how tough it is when someone you care about is going through an illness and has a setback. My sister is struggling with being very down about her illness right now. She is truly on an emotional rollercoaster and so every one who loves her is on the ride with her! I'm guessing your friend will struggle with this setback for a while. That's just natural. Give her a bit to adjust to her new situation.

I'm guessing one thing she wouldn't want is for you to feel guilty about your upcoming trip. I felt like my sister was there with me in spirit at Pebble and she certainly wanted to hear all the details when I got home. She loved it that I had a good time. You're friend will no doubt feel the same.

In the meantime, many positive thoughts and prayers to your friend.

[glenneaglesfan]

I'm just so sad to hear about all of you who have friends and relatives affected by serious diseases and cancer. I am with the rest of you in hoping for the best outcome, and all the best treament that's available.

MF, I'm so sorry to hear about your friend's illness. All I can say is that I'm hoping and praying for the best. I'm thinking of you too.

Soda, so sorry to hear about another senseless murder on the campus. My condolences to the family.

[Perfect Little Sister]

Oh my...there are so many pages I've missed in this thread I don't even know how to catch up. I am very sorry to hear so many people are going thru such trying times. Keep your chins up! You Are Not Alone!

[sodascouts]

Molly, I've been thinking about your sister. I can only imagine how difficult that must be for her and all of you. She remains in my prayers.

[Perfect Little Sister]

I received some bad news myself a few hours ago. My friend and boss/colleague, about whom I posted before, who is suffering from cancer, has experienced a major setback, to the point where I'm told she has "given up". She is probably the most positive person I know, and this news has come as a shock. I'm in a position where I don't know how to feel - I'm about to experience the biggest event of my life in a week's time, and now I'm having to face, simultaneously, that my friend might not win her battle against her illness. It's bringing back all the bad memories of my mother's illness, and I'm on an emotional rollercoaster.

My friend would welcome your prayers.


MF-I'm so sorry. I know how hard this is. Perhaps your friend is just temporarily negative due to the setback. If she still welcomes prayers, she hasn't given up entirely. Hopefully, her normal positive outlook will rally soon. My thoughts are with the two of you.
Try not to dwell on your mothers illness. When one of those negative memories surface, replace it right away with one of the many wonderful memories you have of her. She doesn't want you to remember the illness, but all the wonderful times you had and how much she loves you. You know how in those times of trouble, when all of a sudden you can take a deep breath and you know you can face it? Those are the times when your mother's arms are wrapped around you.

[Molly]

Molly, I've been thinking about your sister. I can only imagine how difficult that must be for her and all of you. She remains in my prayers.

Thanks, Nancy. I appreciate that. I think we've all moved into acceptance mode and simply try to appreciate the time we still have. When we're together, we really try not to talk about Donna being ill, instead we take a lot of strolls down memory lane.

[Mrs Frey]

EF, Soda, Molly, Dreamer, GEF, GA and PLS: THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH for your compassion and kind words. You will never know how much I appreciate it.

EF, I will enjoy the trip to London and the concert - I know that much. My friend's setback is just such an awful thing to happen on the eve of my trip.

Molly, thanks for your empathy too regarding the crime rate in South Africa. I can just hope and pray that I will stay safe. I am so sorry about your sister, and I'm sure she was absolutely radiating with joy for you after your trip to Pebble Beach. I wish you strength and positive thoughts during the tough times. :hug: You are right about my friend wanting me to enjoy my trip to London - she was so excited when I broke the news to her. I will try and be more positive, but I was really devastated when I heard the news about her setback, and it took me a day to start thinking straight again. In fact, one of my colleagues said to me that if my friend found out that I was being negative about the trip because of her illness, that it would hurt her, and I suppose that was the wake-up call that I needed.

Dreamer, I'm so sorry that your uncle is also battling cancer. What a torrid time you are going through with illness in your family! As I did with Molly, I can only wish you strength and positive thoughts too during the difficult times. :hug:

GA, I return all your hugs a thousand-fold! :hug: (X 1,000)

[Mrs Frey]

I received some bad news myself a few hours ago. My friend and boss/colleague, about whom I posted before, who is suffering from cancer, has experienced a major setback, to the point where I'm told she has "given up". She is probably the most positive person I know, and this news has come as a shock. I'm in a position where I don't know how to feel - I'm about to experience the biggest event of my life in a week's time, and now I'm having to face, simultaneously, that my friend might not win her battle against her illness. It's bringing back all the bad memories of my mother's illness, and I'm on an emotional rollercoaster.

My friend would welcome your prayers.


MF-I'm so sorry. I know how hard this is. Perhaps your friend is just temporarily negative due to the setback. If she still welcomes prayers, she hasn't given up entirely. Hopefully, her normal positive outlook will rally soon. My thoughts are with the two of you.
Try not to dwell on your mothers illness. When one of those negative memories surface, replace it right away with one of the many wonderful memories you have of her. She doesn't want you to remember the illness, but all the wonderful times you had and how much she loves you. You know how in those times of trouble, when all of a sudden you can take a deep breath and you know you can face it? Those are the times when your mother's arms are wrapped around you.

PLS, I just had to quote you. This is so beautiful. The highlighted part made me cry. Thank you once again for these heartfelt words. My friend just happens to be ill at exactly the same time as my mother was two years ago. I'll be returning from London on my mother's memoriam. I know she's with me, and I think that some of the good fortune that has been bestowed on me, particularly regarding the trip, has been because of her positive spirit around me. I loved her so much - she was the closest person to me, and she shared everything with me. Losing her was like losing a part of myself. Since her passing, though, I've managed to make many new friends, not only here at work and in my social life, but also all of you on The Border, which has been particularly special since we have not actually met.

The compassion on this Board is phenomenal, and I thank God for all of you. :grouphug:

[Glennsallnighter]

What a lovely sentiment MF! And you have been here for us too! :hug:

[DonFan]

The compassion on this Board is phenomenal, and I thank God for all of you. :grouphug:

I agree. I just got caught up reading everyone's posts, and we really do have the most amazing, supportive people here. My thoughts go out to everyone facing such difficult challenges, and I am thankful that we are all here for each other.

I will be gone most of next week. It is spring break here and a group of us--three moms--are taking our five 15 -and 16-year old daughters to the beach. It will be fun, but trying--I know these girls are going to try to sneak out and get into who-knows-what! :shock:

My oldest, Rachel, came home from college for spring break last night too. I hate that she isn’t going to the beach with us, but all weekend she is going to a Sci-Fi convention here in town called OmegaCon. She joined a Dungeons & Dragons gaming group at college and really likes it, and they are all volunteering at the convention so they can attend for free. She was really excited about it. She dressed up as Star Wars characters for Halloween over the years and might wear a costume—she said tons of people were in different Sci-Fi costumes. :saberfight:

Of course, Rachel's consolation prize for missing the beach this week is her trip with me to Mrytle Beach to the Hard Rock Park! :D

Anyway, I will try to log on next week whenever I can borrow one of the girl's laptops. And I can't wait to read the first reports about the Eagles concerts! To everyone who is going--Have a terrific time!! :partytime:

[Brooke]

I will be gone most of next week. It is spring break here and a group of us--three moms--are taking our five 15 -and 16-year old daughters to the beach. It will be fun, but trying--I know these girls are going to try to sneak out and get into who-knows-what! :shock:


OMG, DF! The beach and spring break?! Have a great trip.....if you can! No, really, I'm sure everthing will be fine. Just keep track of everyone & be safe! :D

[glenneaglesfan]

DF, have a great time at the beach! Rachel is truely lucky to have the Hard Rock to look forward to.

We are in the midst of wet and windy weather - trees down all over the county, but luckily we have no damage. Husband and younger son Mark are away tonight - Mark is doing a post driving test course, including night and motorway driving. For me, an evening at home on my own. I've already watched one Eagles concert, now for the next!

[Glennsallnighter]

Enjoy the gigs GEF! They'll get you in the mood for Thursday, thats if you're not in the mood already. :D

Well if I was to go into whats happening in my life at the moment it would be an essay, not a post, but I'll have a stab at it:

Firstly on Monday my son got offered his place in school for next September. Not a big deal in most countries but over here where huge quantities of houses and apartments have been built in the last 10 years and no planning has been made for schools the competition is viscious and the age cut off date has been as early as September and October some years. When you consider too that you have to pay for preschool over here, some children are at a severe disadvantage by the time they do manage to start school!

I also had a deadline for exam marking that I've been doing over the past few weeks.

On Wednesday night I went to a very entertaining fashion show. What do you all think was the highlight? The lovely clothes, the beautiful models, the excellent raffle prizes.......No! A couple of (male) teachers who got uo and did their own version of 'The Full Monty' dressed as Firemen, policemen and Construction workers! Unfortunately however their version was not QUITE as revealing as the original :blush: :wink:

Yesterday was my sons birthday and he had a steady stream of well wishers to the house to visit him. Today he had his party for his friends in a local playbarn. But he had a great time. In the meantime Timtot was entertaining her school teachers and mates with her Irish Dancing as a part of St Patricks Festival.

Oh and By the Way I only have 80 guests coming to my and hubby's shared 40th Birthday party tomorrow night. While the hotel is doing the catering there are still some areas that have to be tidied up and coordinated still.

Then theres the matter of a little trip to London to prepare for as well :wink:

So Please forgive me if I'm not on the board as much as normal! I'm still thinking of everyone and I'm wondering how you all are and saying prayers for those who need them.

[glenneaglesfan]

Phew, what a hectic few days ahead, GA! We'll forgive you if don't get here so often in the next few days. It's busy for all of us.
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[EasyFeeling]

Hi folks,
I just wanted to let you know I'm still alive. :wink: I haven't been here the last week because I'm busy with a new forum which I joined. I did not even go to the Keith forum because I had no time. :roll: I'm sure I've missed a lot. :(
It's a fan forum for Thomas, you know the guy from the German American Idol. Since he performed Chasing Cars in the first show people in Germany are going nuts about him. The press is full of praise for him, the judges and the viewer love him and me too. :D Our forum is grown to 500 members just within 1 week and there are still many other forums.
The average number of our members who are online is 50, it's totally crazy. :shock:
You can't imagine what's going on there since he performed a German song last Saturday. He's totally awesome, he always makes every song so special with his voice and performance.

Now we are planning to go to a show in May. :D I really want to see him live even if that means I will have to go through the entire show which is really not so exciting. But I hope we will get our tickets on Thursday when the presale starts.

Now for those who are going to the Eagles show :D :D :D : Have a LOT of fun and I'm so looking forward to everyone's review. I sure will be back on next weekend to read what you have to report. I'm so jealous.

Have fun ladies and send Glenn a kiss from me. :D

Oh, I forgot to post a photo. :twisted:
http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l76/elafo/thomas8.jpg

[Glennsallnighter]

Yes I had missed you EF! Obviously this guy Thomas is really hot in Germany. He sounds special alright. I hope you get the tickets you want when they go on sale!

Thanks for the good wishes. I'm so excited at this stage that I can hardly think straight! 3 days to Glenn :heart: :inlove:

[glenneaglesfan]

EF, Chasing Cars (the Snow Patrol version) is my hubby's song of the moment! The left hand image of Thomas that you posted reminds me a little of a young Joe Walsh. :D

Thanks for your best wishes for the concert. At least three of us will have great pleasure in blowing Glenn a kiss on your behalf!

[Glennsallnighter]

4 of us GEF! You forgot Timtot :lol:

[glenneaglesfan]

Aha GA, I thought Timtot would reserve her kisses for someone else!!!

[Glennsallnighter]

True I suppose! But she likes Glenn :heart: too! Just not the way I do! I hope!!!

[Perfect Little Sister]

My goodness GA, what a crazy time for you.

I'm so excited for those of you going to the concert. The first time is so very exciting!!! Not that the following times are boring...but there's just something special about a girl's first time. :wink:


I got some very bad news this morning. My grandfather has been in the hospital for about a week with congestive heart failure. He was responding well to the meds and they told my mom not to have her sister travel from three states away at this time as he was doing well. The doctor told them yesterday that his heart is very weak and he could go at any time. I've had a difficult time dealing with the death of my other grandfather last July and now this. I keep playing You Are Not Alone over and over. When Glenn sang it at his concert last August it was like a warm hug.

[sodascouts]

Oh man, I have had the most awful day! Petit mal epileptic seizures here and there all morning and afternoon, some within minutes of each other. I keep dropping my mouse. Forget having a drink - it winds up all over me. I live alone and it's kind of scary when this stuff keeps happening. I feel so helpless and out of control. So much for my new prescription.

[sodascouts]

I got some very bad news this morning. My grandfather has been in the hospital for about a week with congestive heart failure. He was responding well to the meds and they told my mom not to have her sister travel from three states away at this time as he was doing well. The doctor told them yesterday that his heart is very weak and he could go at any time. I've had a difficult time dealing with the death of my other grandfather last July and now this. I keep playing You Are Not Alone over and over. When Glenn sang it at his concert last August it was like a warm hug.

I'm sorry to hear about your grandfather, PLS. He's in my prayers.

[Glennsallnighter]

Yes, he's in mine too PLS.

Soda I'm worried about you girl. I hope these seizures don't continue. I'll email you from London and let you know how things went.

[Brooke]

I'm so sorry to hear about your grandfather, PLS.

And Soda, be careful.

You both are in my prayers that things will take a turn for the better.

[Maleah]

aww PLS Im so sorry about your grandfather's health problems! I will keep him and all of you in my prayers!!

Soda that's scary! I'm worried about you too! Stay safe! I'll be keeping you in my prayers as well!

[Molly]

Hang in there, PLS -peace of mind and strength to you and your family. I'll be praying for your grandpa.

Soda -please be careful. Should you be seeing your doctor to see if your meds need to be adjusted? I'd hate for you to have a grand mal while you're there all alone. Feel better soon. Keep us posted -I'm worrying about you.

[glenneaglesfan]

PLS, I'm so sorry to hear about your grandfather. It's devastating when the news changes from hopeful to bad so quickly. I hope listening to Glenn can continue to bring you comfort in these difficult times. You and all your family are in my thoughts and prayers as well,

Soda, I'm sorry to hear about your awful day and hope by now things are getting better. As Molly says, you need to get to see your specialist asap and get the meds adjusted. I'll be thinking of you over the next few days.

[Ive always been a dreamer]

Let me just echo what everyone else has said here. PLS, I'm so sorry to hear about your grandfather and I will keep you and him in my thoughts and prayers.

And Soda – if you have any of those seizures today, call your doctor, please. I am also concerned about you. Take care of yourself and rest up.

[sodascouts]

Thanks for the sympathy guys! I'm OK today. If this happens again, I will call my doctor, but at the moment I will chalk it up to the adjustment she made when I saw her last week. I know what she will say anyway. She will up my dosage again, like she does every time I have problems.

My epilepsy is really mild compared to a lot of people so it's not a big deal. It's just these type of "episodes" - not just a little absence spell, but not a big grand mal seizure either, instead a quick muscle spasm and a stoppage of breath for a second - they are rare and they scared me because I'm not used to them or the way they kept happening throughout the morning and into the afternoon. Hopefully I'll never have to get used to them. ;)

I haven't had a grand mal seizure in almost a year and the absence spells usually don't happen more than once a week, if that, and aren't noticeable at all because they just last a milisecond. I've also learned how to hide the momentary disorientation that follows by just waiting for cues from other people as to what we were talking about or saying something like "um... yeah, so...you know..." if I was the one talking. It also works to revert back to the last topic I can remember talking about, although it puzzles people when I abruptly do that, so I avoid it unless the person is quietly waiting for me to continue and therefore gives me no cues. Last desperate measure, if I can't remember a topic and the person is waiting, I say, "Um, what was I talking about a second ago?" Of course that's really puzzling to people, but at worst, I come off as "ditzy."

It's not that bad. Sorry I worried everyone by posting when I was a bit panicked!

[Molly]

It's not that bad. Sorry I worried everyone by posting when I was a bit panicked!

Don't apologize! Not knowing firsthand what you're experiencing, it does sound kind of scary. We all just want you to be well.

[rcknalwys]

PLS, know we are all thinking of you and your family right now.

Soda, please be careful. My daughter had the same sort of seizures you are describing for a number of years. They were really scary for her and we always worried about things that could happen, especially after she had one while driving. Thankfully my son was with her and grabbed the wheel of the car and got them safely to the side of the road. Take this seriously and keep on top of your doctor to get them under control.

[EasyFeeling]

PLS, so sorry to hear about your grandfather. I lost my grandparents about 10 years ago and I still miss them. I loved them and was almost closer to my grandmother than to my mother at that time.

Soda, take care of yourself and I hope you don't have to go through that again in the next time.

[Brooke]

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Hoping everyone has a safe and happy Easter. :D

[Perfect Little Sister]

Thanks, everyone, for all the well-wishes for Grandad. They have managed to stabilize him enough to discharge him. They told my mom he could go tomorrow or he could live a year...there's just no telling.

It was just so hard for me last summer when Papa died. We buried him on July 5th and then on August 7th my mom called to tell me my cousin and his baby daughter had just died in an apartment fire. When she told me it happened on "the 29th" I thought "she's just confused...Papa died on the 29th". Then I realized these things happened a month apart. I had completely "lost" the month of July in my grief. Going to Canada in August was very helpful in getting me back in the land of the living. I realize how very lucky I am to have had my grandparents with me for so very long. When I spoke at Papa's service, I brought that up...he is one of the few people who had the pleasure of holding his great-great-grandsons in his arms. I wish Grandad lived closer so he could have had the same.

[Mrs Frey]

Wow, I have missed a lot in my absence from the Border.

I am still at my hotel in Bayswater, London, and using the time well before I have to leave for Heathrow Airport. I have had such a fantastic time over the last few days, and I feel so badly for those of you who have experienced pain and fear during this time.

PLS, I am so sorry about your grandfather - I'm just glad that he has been stabilised. I hope he will be with you for a long time to come, despite what the doctors are predicting. I'm so sorry too to read about your cousin and his baby.

Soda, when I read the message you posted after your seizures, I felt scared for you. I'm glad that it's not serious, but I can just imagine how awful it feels for you everytime you have an "episode". What an awful thing to have to live with. Look after yourself, girl. :hug:

EF, welcome back! :D I'm glad that you're enjoying Thomas so much, and I hope you'll be able to see him perform live. Thanks for you good wishes for those of us who went to see the Eagles. I promise my full review will appear soon!

DF, I hope you had a fantastic time on the beach, and that you have a great time with your family. How lovely.

GA, you survived your hectic week, girlfriend! I'm so glad you had such a lovely time.

Ooh! I must check out of the hotel! I'll try and be back soon!

[sodascouts]

Soda, when I read the message you posted after your seizures, I felt scared for you. I'm glad that it's not serious, but I can just imagine how awful it feels for you everytime you have an "episode". What an awful thing to have to live with. Look after yourself, girl. :hug:

Oh, it's not so bad. I'm lucky. It's almost completely controlled by medication. I just had a bit of a scare but it's not that hard to live with. It doesn't affect my quality of life. I can drive and swim and take care of myself. I'm independent. I can deal just fine! ;) It was silly of me to get freaked out - and freak everyone else out - just because I got caught off guard by something different than usual. (Thanks for the pass on that, Molly).

PLS - I know how close you were with your grandparents, and it's really a shock because it's so sudden. My paternal grandparents passed away after long illnesses so we had time to prepare, and my maternal grandparents passed away when I was too young to really remember much, so I imagine it's much harder for you. I'm glad your granddad was at least able to leave the hospital - I know at first they didn't think he would.

MF - every time you post about that review I get more impatient for it. You're killing me, girl! But I know it will be worth the wait.

[Brooke]

PLS, I missed telling you how sorry I am about your grandfather. I lost my dear grandmother 12 years ago and I can still see her wrinkled old hands playing hymns on her antique pedal organ whenever we sing certain ones that she played in church. They always bring tears to my eyes. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

[Glennsallnighter]

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Hoping everyone has a safe and happy Easter. :D

Tha same to you Brooke and to everyone else too. BTW where do you get all those fabulous pics?

[Glennsallnighter]

Wow, I have missed a lot in my absence from the Border.

I am still at my hotel in Bayswater, London, and using the time well before I have to leave for Heathrow Airport. I have had such a fantastic time over the last few days.

GA, you survived your hectic week, girlfriend! I'm so glad you had such a lovely time.

Ooh! I must check out of the hotel! I'll try and be back soon!

MF! I'm delighted that you have had such a great time. One of the highlights of my trip was finally meeting yourself and GEF! My only regret is that we weren't able to spend longer in each other's company. I hope by the time you read this that you have had a safe return to SA. You are probably mid air as I write this.

[Glennsallnighter]

Thanks, everyone, for all the well-wishes for Grandad. They have managed to stabilize him enough to discharge him. They told my mom he could go tomorrow or he could live a year...there's just no telling.

It was just so hard for me last summer when Papa died. We buried him on July 5th and then on August 7th my mom called to tell me my cousin and his baby daughter had just died in an apartment fire. When she told me it happened on "the 29th" I thought "she's just confused...Papa died on the 29th". Then I realized these things happened a month apart. I had completely "lost" the month of July in my grief. Going to Canada in August was very helpful in getting me back in the land of the living. I realize how very lucky I am to have had my grandparents with me for so very long. When I spoke at Papa's service, I brought that up...he is one of the few people who had the pleasure of holding his great-great-grandsons in his arms. I wish Grandad lived closer so he could have had the same.

Well its good news that he's stable and that he's still with you PLS! I'm glad too that going to Canada was such a help to you. Don't worry about losing that month last summer, we all need time to grieve. I'm just so sorry it took another tragedy for you to realise that. You and your family are in my prayers. Take it easy and be kind to yourself.

[Glennsallnighter]

Soda, when I read the message you posted after your seizures, I felt scared for you. I'm glad that it's not serious, but I can just imagine how awful it feels for you everytime you have an "episode". What an awful thing to have to live with. Look after yourself, girl. :hug:

Oh, it's not so bad. I'm lucky. It's almost completely controlled by medication. I just had a bit of a scare but it's not that hard to live with. It doesn't affect my quality of life. I can drive and swim and take care of myself. I'm independent. I can deal just fine! ;) It was silly of me to get freaked out - and freak everyone else out - just because I got caught off guard by something different than usual. (Thanks for the pass on that, Molly).



I'm glad you feel a lot better Soda, but it can't be pleasant either having to endure these 'episodes' and then having to fend them off. Be careful. You are independent and all of us who are are lucky to be able take this for granted, but you are not invincible! Mind yourself!

[DonFan]

I am back from my spring break trip from the beach, and I am happy to report that we three moms and all five teenagers not only survived but had a great time. :thumbsup: None of the girls broke curfew and we had no major disagreements, thank goodness.

I have suffered quite a withdrawal without a computer for an entire week, however, :shock: and I have missed so much news. I will write more when I read about the London concerts. :)

[Glennsallnighter]

I'm glad it all went well for you DF! You have a treat of reading waiting for you! Enjoy!

[DonFan]

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Brooke's message was just beautiful, so I wanted to repeat it.

I hope everyone has a blessed and happy Easter!

[sodascouts]

Yes, Happy Easter everyone. A very special day, a very special celebration.

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[glenneaglesfan]

Happy Easter to all of you from me as well.

GA, it was wonderful meeting you and Laura as well! It would have been lovely to have spent a bit longer together, but at least we had our time on Thursday.

When I have a bit longer, I'll tell about the fun MF and I had on Good Friday.

[Glennsallnighter]

MF told me some but I'm sure there's plenty more. I'd have been pushing it to join up again! Hubby only has so much patience!

[DonFan]

I'd have been pushing it to join up again! Hubby only has so much patience!

I hear ya, GA. My hubby was just about at his limit when I told him I was going to two Atlanta concerts--when I told him about Myrtle Beach, it was almost :fainting:

[Mrs Frey]

MF - every time you post about that review I get more impatient for it. You're killing me, girl! But I know it will be worth the wait.

LOL, Soda! Hopefully, since I posted my 9 page (well in Microsoft Word, anyway) review, I have put you out of your misery! :wink: Thanks for the vote of confidence! I hope it's everything you expected it to be.

[Mrs Frey]

Wow, I have missed a lot in my absence from the Border.

I am still at my hotel in Bayswater, London, and using the time well before I have to leave for Heathrow Airport. I have had such a fantastic time over the last few days.

GA, you survived your hectic week, girlfriend! I'm so glad you had such a lovely time.

Ooh! I must check out of the hotel! I'll try and be back soon!

MF! I'm delighted that you have had such a great time. One of the highlights of my trip was finally meeting yourself and GEF! My only regret is that we weren't able to spend longer in each other's company. I hope by the time you read this that you have had a safe return to SA. You are probably mid air as I write this.

Awww, GA! :hug: Thank you for those kind words! You know I feel the same way. I will go into more detail about the trip itself when I have more time.

[Mrs Frey]

Happy Easter to all of you from me as well.

GA, it was wonderful meeting you and Laura as well! It would have been lovely to have spent a bit longer together, but at least we had our time on Thursday.

When I have a bit longer, I'll tell about the fun MF and I had on Good Friday.

GEF, it was a great pleasure meeting up with you too, and I so enjoyed spending Good Friday with you! I'll weigh in with some more details (and photos! :D) when I have more time too, since I haven't got a stitch of work done since I came into the office this morning! :shock: :blush:

I hope you all had a blessed Easter. :grouphug:

[Mrs Frey]

I am back from my spring break trip from the beach, and I am happy to report that we three moms and all five teenagers not only survived but had a great time. :thumbsup: None of the girls broke curfew and we had no major disagreements, thank goodness.

I have suffered quite a withdrawal without a computer for an entire week, however, :shock: and I have missed so much news. I will write more when I read about the London concerts. :)

I'm so glad you had such a great time, DF! You and I have the same problem - I've spent the last nearly two hours of work time catching up on The Border, as well as posting my long awaited review :wink: and photos! :blush: The first hour in the office was spent relating my concert experience with some of my interested colleagues! They're so sweet - they were so happy and excited for me!

I have so much more to tell you all!

[Mrs Frey]

I'd have been pushing it to join up again! Hubby only has so much patience!

I hear ya, GA. My hubby was just about at his limit when I told him I was going to two Atlanta concerts--when I told him about Myrtle Beach, it was almost :fainting:

LOL, DF and GA! I left London on Saturday evening, wishing that I'd booked tickets for Saturday night too. Not to mention Sunday night... Oh, to have the money to do these things! :(

[DonFan]

My daughter Rachel, the one who is going with me to the Hard Rock Park, is just the funniest thing. She hand-made an Easter card for me where she wrote a poem set to the tune of "Little Bunny Foo-Foo," a song I used to sing to her when she was little (and if you have never heard it, this won't make much sense to you). My card, illustrated with a drawing of a bunny wearing earphones, goes like this:

"Little Bunny Ma-Ma
Surfing through the Internet
Picking up the Don songs
And playing them everywhere.

Down came the Daddy figure
And he said:

Little Bunny Ma-Ma
I don't want to see you
PIcking up the Don songs
And playing them everywhere.
I'll give you three chances, and then I'll turn you into a goon!"

It goes on from there, but you get the gist of it. I laughed until I cried! :rofl:

[EasyFeeling]

Hey ladies, I just wanted to let know you I'm still alive. :wink: Can't write much because I'm sick, since one week I have an inflammation in my right shoulder, horrible pains. I went to the ortopedist and got meds and an injection in my shoulder. No sleep since the last days because my arm hurts so much you can't imagine. Today it's a bit better but I can't do much, no driving, no typing. And I missed so many things here :weep: ... the reviews, photos etc.
I will come back when my arm is ok. Miss you all :grouphug:

[Mrs Frey]

Awww, EF, I was wondering why you were so quiet! I'm so sorry that you have been ill! I hope that your shoulder and arm heals soon. I miss your posts! :hug:

DF, your daughter has a wonderful sense of humour and she's very clever! I don't know the song, but I can still appreciate what she has written! Thanks for sharing that with us!

[Brooke]

What a sweet daughter you have, DF. That's so cute! :D

And EF, I was wondering where you were. I thought maybe Thomas had kidnapped you! :wink: I'm sorry about your shoulder. Did you fall or something to cause this? I hope it heals soon and you can get back here. We miss ya girl! :grouphug:

[DonFan]

Take care of yourself and get better soon, EF!

[EasyFeeling]

What a sweet daughter you have, DF. That's so cute! :D

And EF, I was wondering where you were. I thought maybe Thomas had kidnapped you! :wink: I'm sorry about your shoulder. Did you fall or something to cause this? I hope it heals soon and you can get back here. We miss ya girl! :grouphug:

Thanks girls.
Brooke, no, I didn't fall I have calcifications in my shoulder and it started to split off the shoulder joint and that's what caused the inflammation and pain. My mom also had that 10 years ago and it lasted 3 weeks and many injections to get rid of it. :roll: Typing is really hard for me and I use the mouse with my left hand. So I was reading the reviews and could stare at the new photos. :inlove:
Today I'm able to type at least a few words here. But I have to be careful.

As for Thomas :inlove: meanwhile he knows who we are and that we are coming on May 3. The forum has now nearly 1200 members. He was totally surprised and glad. :D

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[sodascouts]

Oh EF, I'm so sorry to hear about your troubles! I've been missing you and wondering where you were. Thanks for checking in, and here's hoping you get all healed up soon.

DF - what an adorable poem!

[Molly]

Sounds painful, EF -feel better soon!

DF - how cute -that's a better treasure than anything Hallmark could have come up with!

[Glennsallnighter]

EF I'd been wondering about you as well this week, but I thought you might have been on holidays. Hope that shoulder recovers soon. We miss you!

[EasyFeeling]

No holidays, GA. :( But I feel a lot better today, guess the injection started to work. The doctor said it takes a few days. Actually I wanted to go to work tomorrow but it's too early because I have to work with the PC and I can't do this the whole day.

[Mrs Frey]

Take your time and get better, EF. Nothing is more important than your health. :hug:

[glenneaglesfan]

Aw EF, sorry to hear about your shoulder. I hope the injection helps and that you will be fully recovered by May 3rd!

[SweetHolly]

Just wanted to pop in and say hi. I hope everyone is okay. I miss y'all tons. I've been going to PLAN and I guess it's pretty good so far. Going to painting class right now.

[Glennsallnighter]

Great to hear from you again Holly! Whats PLAN? Face painting sounds fun. I love watching face painters at kids parties. Hope you're well. :D

[glenneaglesfan]

Great to hear from you again, Holly. We miss you! I hope you enjoy the painting class - sounds like fun!

[Ive always been a dreamer]

Well - I'm finally able to find a few minutes to post. Life has been quite hectic for me for the last couple of weeks. Last week both my uncle and my cousin's husband passed away, so my family had two funerals with 5 days to go through. It was a challenging week to say the least.

I've missed you all, and, hopefully, I'll be able to post more frequently now. My brother-in-law's surgery is Friday. If they are successful in getting all of the cancer, he won't need to have any type of radiation or chemo. We sure have our fingers crossed for him.

EF - Sorry to hear about your shoulder troubles. Hope you are on the mend.

And glad to hear from you Holly. Hope all is well with you.

[DonFan]

It is good to hear from you again, dreamer. I know this has been a very difficult time for you.

[sodascouts]

Good to hear from you, Holly!

Dreamer, what a rough time for your family. I hope things look up for your brother-in-law at least.

[Mrs Frey]

Holly, it's great to hear from you, girl! :D We miss you.

Dreamer: I am so very sorry for your loss. I barely know how to articulate. I've been missing your presence on The Border and was worried about your uncle and brother-in-law particularly. Was your cousin's husband ill? Once again, I'm so sorry. :cry: :hug:

[Brooke]

Thanks for checking in, dreamer. I was wondering where you were. I'm so sorry to hear about your losses.

Sweet Holly, glad to have you back, too.

[Glennsallnighter]

Dreamer let me once again convey my sympathies to you on the passing of your loved relations. I know this must be particularly trying for you. I hope that your B-I-L's surgery goes well and that there iss no further need for treatment. Fingers crossed.

[glenneaglesfan]

Dreamer, I'm so sorry to hear about two losses in your family, and also the worry about your brother-in-law's op tomorrow. you and your family are in my thoughts.

I'm looking forward to the time when you can come here again more often.

[Molly]

Hang in there, Kay! Praying that all goes well with your BIL tomorrow.

[Perfect Little Sister]

EF-Take It Easy girl!

SH-Good to hear from you.

Dreamer-Oh my goodness, Sweetie, I'm so very sorry for all the heartache and pain you and your family are going through. I hope your BIL is doing well. Radiation following surgery is very exhausting, but it's a good thing if it gets that one last cell that surgery left behind. I'm convinced if they had followed my dad's prostatectomy (or whatever the term would be) with radiation, even tho the doctor "got it all", the cancer would not have come back like it did. Thankfully, he has been "in remission" almost five years so we hope to say he's "cured" soon. I'm hoping the same for your BIL.

[Ive always been a dreamer]

Thanks everyone for all of your kind words, wishes, and prayers. It really does mean a lot to me knowing that my "Border" family has me in your thoughts.

My b-i-l is now recuperating from his surgery. However, we still don't have any more information until the pathology results are all in. My sister hopes to talk with his doctors this afternoon to find out a little more. We're hoping the :angel: :angel: :angel: stay near by!

[glenneaglesfan]

Dreamer, we are all thinking of your brother-in-law and your family. I sincerely hope the pathology results are hopeful.

[Brooke]

Yes, dreamer. Hope all goes well.

[Mrs Frey]

Dreamer, I've been thinking of you a lot, and I can only hope and pray for the best for your brother-in-law.

PLS, I'm glad that your dad is in remission. I can barely believe how many of us have been devastated with the dreaded cancer. It's quite scary, and so sad.

[SweetHolly]

Great to hear from you again Holly! Whats PLAN? Face painting sounds fun. I love watching face painters at kids parties. Hope you're well. :D
Thanks everyone. Plan is a place to help people who have suffered from mental illness deal with life. I had suffered from depression for many years. I'm trying to get of my anti-depressants now. I was diagnosed with depression after an incident that happened between me and my grandpa when I was 10 and I was also getting picked on in school and didn't know how to deal with it. Things were okay from 6th through 8th grade but when I got to high school things got really bad. I was getting constantly picked on, teased, sexually harrassed, made fun of etc. every day. None of the teachers or my parents would listen to me much less help me so I attempted suicide 3 times my sophomore year and was going to attempt suicide another time when I got placed in a mental hospital and was put on this medicine and gained a lot of weight which really made the kids more cruel to me. I would ignore these people but that didn't help and I felt like what's the point in living if I have to deal with this. I went to the Arboretum with PLAN today. They have lots of activities and should be able to maybe help me find a job. I hope they can help me deal with some issues I have like trusting other people and stuff.

[glenneaglesfan]

I'm off to visit the in-laws tomorrow. It's combined with a visit to Twickenham to watch Ospreys v Leicester in the final of the EDF cup. Our local tem, Exeter, is playing earlier, so hopefully, we'll catch a bit of that.

Secretly, I'm looking forward to a stroll up the Glen (a street near by)

[Glennsallnighter]

Great to hear from you again Holly! Whats PLAN? Face painting sounds fun. I love watching face painters at kids parties. Hope you're well. :D
Thanks everyone. Plan is a place to help people who have suffered from mental illness deal with life. I had suffered from depression for many years. I'm trying to get of my anti-depressants now. I was diagnosed with depression after an incident that happened between me and my grandpa when I was 10 and I was also getting picked on in school and didn't know how to deal with it. Things were okay from 6th through 8th grade but when I got to high school things got really bad. I was getting constantly picked on, teased, sexually harrassed, made fun of etc. every day. None of the teachers or my parents would listen to me much less help me so I attempted suicide 3 times my sophomore year and was going to attempt suicide another time when I got placed in a mental hospital and was put on this medicine and gained a lot of weight which really made the kids more cruel to me. I would ignore these people but that didn't help and I felt like what's the point in living if I have to deal with this. I went to the Arboretum with PLAN today. They have lots of activities and should be able to maybe help me find a job. I hope they can help me deal with some issues I have like trusting other people and stuff.

Well fair play to you being able to confront your issues like this Holly and I hope everything works out well for you. It is a disgrace that kids and young people should be treated so cruelly and what you say is a lesson for all of us parents to listen to our children when they are upset or anxious. I really hope you find a job you like. You deserve it after the way you have picked yourself up.
At least you know you have true friends here :hug: and come here when you need support! OK!

[Brooke]

I agree, GA.

Good luck to you SH, and I'm so glad you are seeking help to work out your problems. Good girl.

[Glennsallnighter]

I'm off to visit the in-laws tomorrow. It's combined with a visit to Twickenham to watch Ospreys v Leicester in the final of the EDF cup. Our local tem, Exeter, is playing earlier, so hopefully, we'll catch a bit of that.

Secretly, I'm looking forward to a stroll up the Glen (a street near by)

Well enjoy your visit and your sport GEF! And of course your stroll up the Glen. I know a certain Glen (n) that you wouldn't mind a stroll up either. :wink: Or me for that matter.

[Glennsallnighter]

MF, MF! You are piling up those posts so quickly girl since we returned from London! Congrats on becoming 'Stuck on the Border'
:rockguitar: :rockguitar: :rockguitar: :rockguitar: :rockguitar:

Long may you post!

[Witchy Mummy]

Dreamer, you're in my thoughts and prayers. Fingers crossed for some good test results for you brother in law. Keep strong.

GEF - Hope you had a great time at Twickers! Will you give us a match report when you get the chance? 8)

[sodascouts]

SH, good luck to you at PLAN. I am glad to see you around here - keep us updated!

[Maleah]

Wow...Dreamer I'm so sorry to hear of your losses! My heart hurts for you guys. :( Please know that I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers!!

Holly...I'm so proud of you for the steps you've taken in your life! I know how hard it is to be the "outsider" and be made fun of. I was the same way all though my school years. Only when I got to college did I finally start to make friends. I'm glad to see you back here!


If I may, I'd like to ask you all to keep my brother in law in your prayers. We just found out that he has a valve that is leaking in his heart and now he has to have open heart surgery. He is absolutely terrified and can't even sleep at night for fear that he won't wake up. He knows what it's going to be like because my brother had triple bypass surgery a few years ago. Thank you in advance! I love you all!

[sodascouts]

I've got him in mine, Maleah.

[glenneaglesfan]

Well, first of all, I wish you the best of luck, SH, to get out of the problems you have acquired, and know that we are all behind you. We've been thinking of you when you haven't posted - so there are people out here who care for you, and look forward to your posts. You mean a lot ot us. Know that we are here to listen to you!

Maleah, we'll be thinking of your brother-in-law. My b-i-l had a new aortic valve last autumn, and he's doing fine.

[Glennsallnighter]

Of course we'll keep him in our prayers Maleah. I hope everything goes well for him and that he makes a full recovery.

GEF delighted your b-i-l has made a great recovery. Did you enjoy your weekend away?

[glenneaglesfan]

Thanks, GA. Yes, b-i-l was eating breakfast the day after his op, and was looking very well when we met up a couple of weeks ago.

Our weekend away was great fun! We got to Twickers in time to see a bit of the first match. One of our local teams, Exeter Chiefs, played well but got beaten by Northampton. While we were waiting outside the stadium, we saw the members of the other teams playing, Leicester Tigers and the Ospreys, arriving on the coach, and got some rather good pictures that I shall post in the Sporting Sensations thread. The Ospreys won convincingly, to our delight as the team is virtually the same as the Wales international team.

We had a nice time with D's parents. We didn't get to The Glen, but I was consoled later while watching the London Marathon on television when they played the whole of How Long over pictures of the runners!!

[Mrs Frey]

Great to hear from you again Holly! Whats PLAN? Face painting sounds fun. I love watching face painters at kids parties. Hope you're well. :D
Thanks everyone. Plan is a place to help people who have suffered from mental illness deal with life. I had suffered from depression for many years. I'm trying to get of my anti-depressants now. I was diagnosed with depression after an incident that happened between me and my grandpa when I was 10 and I was also getting picked on in school and didn't know how to deal with it. Things were okay from 6th through 8th grade but when I got to high school things got really bad. I was getting constantly picked on, teased, sexually harrassed, made fun of etc. every day. None of the teachers or my parents would listen to me much less help me so I attempted suicide 3 times my sophomore year and was going to attempt suicide another time when I got placed in a mental hospital and was put on this medicine and gained a lot of weight which really made the kids more cruel to me. I would ignore these people but that didn't help and I felt like what's the point in living if I have to deal with this. I went to the Arboretum with PLAN today. They have lots of activities and should be able to maybe help me find a job. I hope they can help me deal with some issues I have like trusting other people and stuff.

Oh my gosh, SH, I'm SO sorry for the heartache and desperation you've experienced in your life, my dear. How I just want to give you a big hug. :hug: Like Maleah, I know what it's like to feel like an outsider, although the teasing and verbal abuse I experienced was not as extreme as yours. It's awful that you felt you had no one to turn to in your time of need. I hope that PLAN is able to help stabilise your life and calm you so that you can move forward and find work. Good luck! I'm sure I speak for everyone when I say that we are here for you. Never give up!

[Mrs Frey]

MF, MF! You are piling up those posts so quickly girl since we returned from London! Congrats on becoming 'Stuck on the Border'
:rockguitar: :rockguitar: :rockguitar: :rockguitar: :rockguitar:

Long may you post!

Thank you, my dear! :hug: I'm loving every minute of it! :D :D :D There's been so much excitement on The Border since I've returned from London! The Eagles have us all in a spin! :spin:

[Mrs Frey]

If I may, I'd like to ask you all to keep my brother in law in your prayers. We just found out that he has a valve that is leaking in his heart and now he has to have open heart surgery. He is absolutely terrified and can't even sleep at night for fear that he won't wake up. He knows what it's going to be like because my brother had triple bypass surgery a few years ago. Thank you in advance! I love you all!

We will do so, Maleah - I hope his surgery will be successful. When is it scheduled for?

And we love you too! :hug:

[Mrs Frey]

Thanks, GA. Yes, b-i-l was eating breakfast the day after his op, and was looking very well when we met up a couple of weeks ago.

Our weekend away was great fun! We got to Twickers in time to see a bit of the first match. One of our local teams, Exeter Chiefs, played well but got beaten by Northampton. While we were waiting outside the stadium, we saw the members of the other teams playing, Leicester Tigers and the Ospreys, arriving on the coach, and got some rather good pictures that I shall post in the Sporting Sensations thread. The Ospreys won convincingly, to our delight as the team is virtually the same as the Wales international team.

We had a nice time with D's parents. We didn't get to The Glen, but I was consoled later while watching the London Marathon on television when they played the whole of How Long over pictures of the runners!!

I'm glad your brother-in-law is doing well, GEF. May he go from strength to strength.

It's great that you had such a lovely weekend, and that you enjoyed the rugby. How amazing that "How Long" was used for the London Marathon! I'm sure Glenn :heart:, being the sport fanatic he is, would have enjoyed that! :D

[Brooke]

Maleah, I'm so sorry to hear of your b-i-l's heart problem. I'll remember him, too. Best of luck to him.

[Witchy Mummy]

Meleah, I hope the surgery goes well. I will keep you, your brother in law and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Gef - Glad you had a good time at Twickers. I look forward to seeing the pictures. Toonie rang me up so excited and told me to turn the marathon on because they were playing How Long 8) If it had been a bit warmer with less rain and hail, they could have used The Heat Is On :wink:

[sodascouts]

Thanks, GA. Yes, b-i-l was eating breakfast the day after his op, and was looking very well when we met up a couple of weeks ago.

Wonderful to hear.


We had a nice time with D's parents. We didn't get to The Glen, but I was consoled later while watching the London Marathon on television when they played the whole of How Long over pictures of the runners!!

How cool!!

[tbs fanatic]

SH - good luck with PLAN. I have a young son with a mixture of mental health issues and I know what a long road it is to get the right help. Fingers crossed PLAN is the answer for you.

[samo]

Sweet Holly,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you. I have went through alot of the same problems and believe me your life will get better. You have made a big first step and they all get easier now.

My prayers are also with everyone else on the board that is going through illnesses either themselves or a family member. I have lost both of my parents and am an only child so at times you feel so lonely; but, I am blessed with a wonderful husband of 20+ years and a great son. My in-laws are like my second parents.

I look forward each day when I turn on my computer and come to The Boarder.

[DonFan]

My prayers are also with everyone else on the board that is going through illnesses either themselves or a family member.

You can all count on my prayers as well. Life can certainly deal you a difficult hand sometimes, but it helps to be able to share the good times and the bad with friends.



I look forward each day when I turn on my computer and come to The Border.
Nicely put, samo. I feel the same way!

[Glennsallnighter]

My thoughts and prayers are always with those who are going through tough times and I always hope that things will turn out well for them.

GEF I'm delighted that your b-i-l recovered so quickly that he was eating the day following the op, and also that you enjoyed your weekend.

TBSF, I'm with you girl and know how difficult dealing with mental health issues in kids actually is. Your beautiful son is so lucky to have such a concerned and tireless mom working on his behalf.

Samo! I'm delighted that you have found happiness with your husband, son and inlaws, and also your friends here on the border.

I too love coming here and try to log in at least once a day to catch up!

[glenneaglesfan]

Aw, Samo, those are very nice words. I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your parents, but glad to hear that you have a happy marriage and family. I think we have a fantastic community here, and I'd like to thank everyone here who contributes. The Eagles have certainly brought together a wonderful bunch of people!

tbsf, I hope that after your struggles, your son is getting the help he needs.

WM, welcome back!! We've missed you. Toon let us know that you couldn't get on the net, but we've been thinking about you and the little 'uns. I'm so glad you and Toon managed to see that part of the London Marathon - it was one of those unexpected but sublime moments for me!

[Glennsallnighter]

I had a nice little event earlier today, (or yesterday as it is now I suppose). My most listened to radio station has a 'Who Am I' competition every day at about 1:15pm. Its where you are given clues and have to try to guess the artist/band. Of course I keep waiting to hear 'I was born on November 6th 1948..... :wink: ' but it hasn't happened yet. However today was just as good when the start was 'We are a band formed in 1971......' I won't bore you all with the rest of the clues but suffice to say I was on the phone like a hot shot. Of course it WAS the Eagles. The DJ had me live on air for about 5 mins and I had a great chat about them afterwards with him. I'm in a draw on Friday for a meal for 2 in some nice Thai restaurant. Funny thing, I don't really care about the prize. It was more the thrill of getting the answer so quickly and being able to chat on air about my favourite band.

[DonFan]

That's cool, GA!

[sodascouts]

samo - what lovely words! We're glad to have you here.

GA - no one in the Emerald Isle stands a chance against you when it comes to Eagles trivia! lol

[Mrs Frey]

Sweet Holly,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you. I have went through alot of the same problems and believe me your life will get better. You have made a big first step and they all get easier now.

My prayers are also with everyone else on the board that is going through illnesses either themselves or a family member. I have lost both of my parents and am an only child so at times you feel so lonely; but, I am blessed with a wonderful husband of 20+ years and a great son. My in-laws are like my second parents.

I look forward each day when I turn on my computer and come to The Boarder.

Thank you for your kind and thoughtful words, Samo. I'm sorry that you have had to go through similar problems as SH and am just glad that your life has flourished and you have a wonderful family. I, too, am an only child, and lost my mother just over two years ago, which was the biggest blow of my life. I'm still adjusting to life without her.

Thank God for The Border, which has changed my life immeasurably.

[Mrs Frey]

I had a nice little event earlier today, (or yesterday as it is now I suppose). My most listened to radio station has a 'Who Am I' competition every day at about 1:15pm. Its where you are given clues and have to try to guess the artist/band. Of course I keep waiting to hear 'I was born on November 6th 1948..... :wink: ' but it hasn't happened yet. However today was just as good when the start was 'We are a band formed in 1971......' I won't bore you all with the rest of the clues but suffice to say I was on the phone like a hot shot. Of course it WAS the Eagles. The DJ had me live on air for about 5 mins and I had a great chat about them afterwards with him. I'm in a draw on Friday for a meal for 2 in some nice Thai restaurant. Funny thing, I don't really care about the prize. It was more the thrill of getting the answer so quickly and being able to chat on air about my favourite band.

FAN...TASTIC, GA!!! 8) 8) 8) :D

[Glennsallnighter]

Sweet Holly,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you. I have went through alot of the same problems and believe me your life will get better. You have made a big first step and they all get easier now.

My prayers are also with everyone else on the board that is going through illnesses either themselves or a family member. I have lost both of my parents and am an only child so at times you feel so lonely; but, I am blessed with a wonderful husband of 20+ years and a great son. My in-laws are like my second parents.

I look forward each day when I turn on my computer and come to The Boarder.

Thank you for your kind and thoughtful words, Samo. I'm sorry that you have had to go through similar problems as SH and am just glad that your life has flourished and you have a wonderful family. I, too, am an only child, and lost my mother just over two years ago, which was the biggest blow of my life. I'm still adjusting to life without her.

Thank God for The Border, which has changed my life immeasurably.

Thank God for you joining it MF! You are such fun and have such a great insight into everything. :D

[Glennsallnighter]

samo - what lovely words! We're glad to have you here.

GA - no one in the Emerald Isle stands a chance against you when it comes to Eagles trivia! lol

Thanks for the vote of confidence Soda, and also DF and MF!

[Mrs Frey]

Sweet Holly,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you. I have went through alot of the same problems and believe me your life will get better. You have made a big first step and they all get easier now.

My prayers are also with everyone else on the board that is going through illnesses either themselves or a family member. I have lost both of my parents and am an only child so at times you feel so lonely; but, I am blessed with a wonderful husband of 20+ years and a great son. My in-laws are like my second parents.

I look forward each day when I turn on my computer and come to The Boarder.

Thank you for your kind and thoughtful words, Samo. I'm sorry that you have had to go through similar problems as SH and am just glad that your life has flourished and you have a wonderful family. I, too, am an only child, and lost my mother just over two years ago, which was the biggest blow of my life. I'm still adjusting to life without her.

Thank God for The Border, which has changed my life immeasurably.

Thank God for you joining it MF! You are such fun and have such a great insight into everything. :D

Wow, GA, thank you. You're going to make me cry. I think The Border would have been fine without me, given all the wonderful people we have here. It is such a privilege to be in contact with all of you.

[freyfantastic61]

Hi just thought I'd fill you in with a little bit about me and my lovely family.Ihave 3 children who all have a rare genetic muscle disease which varies in severity in each of them.Iam so proud of them,how they cope day to day and never complain.Despite all this we (my 2 girls and I manage to go to quite afew concerts in the UK)My son who is the worst effected-he's 11yrs-we have just been to the Dr Who exhibition in London which was brilliant and we had such a good time! I musn't forget my darling husband of 20yrs who holds the fort when we are away! I could't have gone to see my precious Eagles if he had't been at home to look after the children.So I do feel very blessed.Luv FF61 :D

[tbs fanatic]

I had a nice little event earlier today, (or yesterday as it is now I suppose). My most listened to radio station has a 'Who Am I' competition every day at about 1:15pm. Its where you are given clues and have to try to guess the artist/band. Of course I keep waiting to hear 'I was born on November 6th 1948..... :wink: ' but it hasn't happened yet. However today was just as good when the start was 'We are a band formed in 1971......' I won't bore you all with the rest of the clues but suffice to say I was on the phone like a hot shot. Of course it WAS the Eagles. The DJ had me live on air for about 5 mins and I had a great chat about them afterwards with him. I'm in a draw on Friday for a meal for 2 in some nice Thai restaurant. Funny thing, I don't really care about the prize. It was more the thrill of getting the answer so quickly and being able to chat on air about my favourite band.

Oh that's great GA. Hope you win the prize.

[Ive always been a dreamer]

I am so far behind on this thread that if I tried to comment on everything I'd probably slip up and miss some things. It's good to have a thread like this where everyone can share what is happening in their lives. I've said it before, but it bears repeating - we have a great community of fans here, and it is wonderful that we can talk about things that are going on in our lives with friends all around the world. I'm hoping that the coming weeks bring some normalcy back into my life and I can spend a bit more time here than I've had recently.

Just to update on my b-i-l. He is slowly recovering from his surgery - they removed his kidney, ureter, and a portion of his bladder. The doctor's believe they successfully got all of the cancer. However, they will be monitoring him very closely for any recurrence. We are obviously very relieved with this news.

[glenneaglesfan]

Dreamer, the news about your b-i-l sounds more hopeful. I'll continue to pray for his recovery, and that they have removed all the cancerous growth.

GA, congratulations on winning the comp and getting the chance to talk about your favourite group on the radio! Go, girl!!

FF61, thank you for telling us a little more about your lovely family. I'm sorry to hear that your children have to live with a disability, but it sounds as though they have wonderful courage and a fulfilling life that puts to shame many able-bodied kids. I'm so glad you have a supportive husband. You are blessed!

[Glennsallnighter]

Dreamer, thats great the your b-i-l should be ok. I hope they DO monitor him carefully!

GEF! Thanks! I haven't won the voucher yet tho! Of course you all KNOW who wants to come if I DO win it! However this time I'd put my foot down. Its daddys turn!

FF61, your kids sound fantastic. I always say that you get out of life what you put in! I'd say both you your kids and your hubby put a lot in. More power to them. I hope they continue to cope well

[Mrs Frey]

Hi just thought I'd fill you in with a little bit about me and my lovely family.Ihave 3 children who all have a rare genetic muscle disease which varies in severity in each of them.Iam so proud of them,how they cope day to day and never complain.Despite all this we (my 2 girls and I manage to go to quite afew concerts in the UK)My son who is the worst effected-he's 11yrs-we have just been to the Dr Who exhibition in London which was brilliant and we had such a good time! I musn't forget my darling husband of 20yrs who holds the fort when we are away! I could't have gone to see my precious Eagles if he had't been at home to look after the children.So I do feel very blessed.Luv FF61 :D

Thanks for sharing your story with us, FF61. It's sounds like you have a wonderful, positive family - I feel quite guilty about the times I complain and I have no disabilities. May you continue to be blessed with the love you have in your home.

[Mrs Frey]

I am so far behind on this thread that if I tried to comment on everything I'd probably slip up and miss some things. It's good to have a thread like this where everyone can share what is happening in their lives. I've said it before, but it bears repeating - we have a great community of fans here, and it is wonderful that we can talk about things that are going on in our lives with friends all around the world. I'm hoping that the coming weeks bring some normalcy back into my life and I can spend a bit more time here than I've had recently.

Just to update on my b-i-l. He is slowly recovering from his surgery - they removed his kidney, ureter, and a portion of his bladder. The doctor's believe they successfully got all of the cancer. However, they will be monitoring him very closely for any recurrence. We are obviously very relieved with this news.

Dreamer, I am so happy that your brother-in-law's situation looks positive. You have often been in my thoughts. I'm just so happy that you enjoyed yourself so much in Los Angeles - you've experienced so much heartache in recent times. I'm happy that you have the time to share your life with us - it's a privilege to know you.

[sodascouts]

Thanks for sharing about your family, FF61. You all sound like very strong people!

Dreamer - so happy to hear they think they have all the cancer. Thanks for the update.

[Brooke]

Thanks for the update, dreamer. Good news!

[samo]

Dreamer--
That is such great news! My prayers are with you and your family.

[DonFan]

Glad to hear your good news about your b-i-l, dreamer!

[Ive always been a dreamer]

Dreamer, I am so happy that your brother-in-law's situation looks positive. You have often been in my thoughts. I'm just so happy that you enjoyed yourself so much in Los Angeles - you've experienced so much heartache in recent times. I'm happy that you have the time to share your life with us - it's a privilege to know you.

MF - Geez, you almost choked me up here, and all I can say is "ditto" to you, girl. As a matter of fact, that goes for everyone here. I truly feel privileged to have the opportunity to share my passion for this awesome band with all of you. Thanks again everyone for thinking about me. It really does mean a lot to me.

And ff61 - I just wanted to say that your story about your family touched me as well. Good luck to all of you. I know with your posiitve attitude, you all will be fine.

[freyfantastic61]

:) Hi thankyou GAF,GAN,MF,SS and IABAD for all your kind and thoughtful words.It is too easy to get bogged down with life and to start feeling down.That's why my music is so important to me and I just so look forward to seeing my fav' bands live-(and my daughters)I am still on high 3wks after seeing the guys and consider myself very lucky to have finally see them live AND so close!I 'm so glad I found you guys,it's not always possible to post on here daily but I do aim to catch up when I can. luv FF61 :)

[Witchy Mummy]

Dreamer, I'm very happy that you have good news about your brother in law. You're in my thoughts.

ff61 - your story is quite inspirational. You sound like a lovely family. The Doctor Who convention must have been fun. My little boy and I are very much addicted to Doctor Who. We're loving the new series 8)

[glenneaglesfan]

WM, it's so good to hear from you again! I still have some rugby photos to post up - I have a free weekend next week!

[Ive always been a dreamer]

Thank you WM - and I just wanted to say it so good to hear from you again. We really miss having you and Toonie around, but we are still glad that the two of you can drop in occasionally. And OBTW, I noticed in the recent pics that Toonie posted, those two boys of yours are growing up so fast. Sadly, before long, they aren't going to be babies anymore.

[rcknalwys]

I've been off the board myself, my Mom had a small stroke last week, so I'm playing catch up. Dreamer, you said things so much better than I could about the wonderful people here on this board. So many of us are coping with illness and private pain and it is a blessing to have so many kind people here to support us. What a caring family of Eagles fans here, you all do the boys proud. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you who are dealing with so much. FF61, your family is an inspiration to all of us. You have a remarkable family.

[Brooke]

I'm so sorry to hear about your Mom, rckn. I hope she is doing ok. I'll keep her in my thoughts and prayers, too.

[DonFan]

Rckn, I'm sorry to hear about your mom--please keep us posted about her progress!

[Glennsallnighter]

Yes, RKA, I too am sorry to hear about your mom's stroke. I hope she recovers fully. I'll keep her yourself and your family in my thoughts and prayers. :hug: Take care of yourself as well.

[samo]

RKA,
I will have you and your family in my prayers. Please do take care of yourself also. I am a prime example of taking care of everybody else and not myself. Don't get me wrong, I would do it again in a heartbeat, but I would also listen to what my body was telling me.

Hope your mom makes a speedy recovery!

[sodascouts]

Oh no, I'm sorry to hear of your mother's stroke - I hope she is doing better.

[Witchy Mummy]

RKA - just want to add my best wishes. I hope your mum gets better soon. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Looking forward to the rugby pics, gef!


Thank you WM - and I just wanted to say it so good to hear from you again. We really miss having you and Toonie around, but we are still glad that the two of you can drop in occasionally. And OBTW, I noticed in the recent pics that Toonie posted, those two boys of yours are growing up so fast. Sadly, before long, they aren't going to be babies anymore.

I've really missed being here too. My babies really are growing up fast. Joshua is now in full time school and Cian is at Pre School. Time has just flown :( They keep me very busy but they are wonderful little people. They of course have impeccable taste when it comes to music :wink: Joshua still does a great Joe impression and Toonie calls Cian, 'Cian Crago' 8) I really am blessed. Anyway enough of me going on about the boys.

[Glennsallnighter]

Oh don't stop talking about the little people WM! It is so sweet to hear how other peoples kids are getting on. But its true. They grow up so fast. Timtot will be 7 on Thursday and I still don't know where those 7 years have gone!!

[Witchy Mummy]

They grow up so fast. Timtot will be 7 on Thursday and I still don't know where those 7 years have gone!!

Aww- happy birthday to him! I nearly cried when Cian had his third birthday last week! He's supposed to be my little baby :wink:

[Glennsallnighter]

They grow up so fast. Timtot will be 7 on Thursday and I still don't know where those 7 years have gone!!

Aww- happy birthday to him! I nearly cried when Cian had his third birthday last week! He's supposed to be my little baby :wink:

Thanks WM! But Timtot is a 'her'. She came to the Eagles with MF and I in London earlier this year. My younger lad is a boy and is 4 now. He's growing up too quickly too. I know how you felt last week. :hug:

[Witchy Mummy]

Sorry GA :blush: How wonderful to be able to take her to the concert, I bet it was a lot of fun 8)

[Glennsallnighter]

No Problems WM! We call her Timtot because.......well Timmy is her favouite! She had a great night along with the rest of us.

You must be a 'some kind of wonderful' mummy to be able to log on at 8am on a weekday when you have 2 kids! Its usuallu bedlam in our house at that stage :roll:

[Mrs Frey]

I've been off the board myself, my Mom had a small stroke last week, so I'm playing catch up. Dreamer, you said things so much better than I could about the wonderful people here on this board. So many of us are coping with illness and private pain and it is a blessing to have so many kind people here to support us. What a caring family of Eagles fans here, you all do the boys proud. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you who are dealing with so much. FF61, your family is an inspiration to all of us. You have a remarkable family.

Becky, I am so sorry about your mom's stroke - I hope she is recovering well. Thanks for your compliments to all of us - you too are a blessing to this Board. :hug:

[Witchy Mummy]

You must be a 'some kind of wonderful' mummy to be able to log on at 8am on a weekday when you have 2 kids! Its usuallu bedlam in our house at that stage :roll:

Mr WM did the school run this morning and my boys really love their food. They're happiest when eating :wink: A gentle morning this morning. It's not always like that!

[sodascouts]

Wow, time is really flying - I can't believe Cian is 3, WM!!! I remember when he was just a little baby!

[Ive always been a dreamer]

Becky - I, too, am very sorry about your mom. I hope she has a full recovery and I will keep you both in my thoughts.

[samo]

I don't have a little one like many of you do.....my little one will be 20 this year. :shock:

I have no idea where the time went.......

[Brooke]

I know just how you feel, samo. My little ones are 25 and 30!

As a very smart musician once said; Days Go By!

[Mrs Frey]

I just wanted to let you all know that I'll be away from The Border from tomorrow until 5 May. I have a personal crisis to sort out and I just hope I'm going to get through this with my sanity intact. I'll miss you all. :grouphug: Take care, everyone.

[samo]

MF--just remember everyone is here for you. I have great faith you will come through the crisis with flying colors :wink:

[Ive always been a dreamer]

I agree samo - MF, take care of yourself. We wish you well, and come back soon.

[EasyFeeling]

Ok, here I am. All is ok with me and I'm sorry you worried about me. :wink: It was pure coincidence that I came here today and read about Brooke's experience with Keith, at a proper time. 8) I had some time at work and wanted to leave you all a message why I haven't been here the last weeks.

I really miss you all. And I hope everyone is doing well. Dreamer, I've sent you an email 2 days ago, didn't you receive it? :? I will post more or less what I wrote to Dreamer.

First I was sick but you already know that, second I had some trouble on work, no, not really trouble, but they wanted me to change the department and I worked there last week and realized that's not MY job. So I said no and today I went back to our department. I will see what happens the next months.

And... I have NO time either to come here nor to Keith's forum at the moment.
I'm totally busy with Thomas. :wink: All my support is for him and also most of my free time. He's on the way to win but still needs every support from his fans. I will go to two shows, May 3 and also to the final show on May 17. We are planning our trip, making shirts and signs, fan letters... all the usual things, you know ;-)

I will come back when it's over. You can't imagine what's going on in our forum, it's really crazy. Germany is going crazy. :wink: He is the favorite of the judges as well of most of the people out here.Meanwhile we have more than 3000 members and every day more are coming, especially after the show on Saturday ;-)

Meanwhile he knows about us and some girls from our forum met him and they made a video with him in which he thanked us for our love and support. He still shakes his head because he can't believe that so many people love him. He played in 3 bands before but no one cared about them. I can't understand that they had no success because the music is very good, it was rock/pop in English and German. And ladies, that man can rock. :shock: Last Saturday he performed Linkin Park - Shadow Of The Day and I nearly fainted because he finally could let out the rocker a little bit. The songs he performed before were rather slow. like Chasing Cars or Same Mistake from James Blunt and the week before Take That or U2. We all were desperately waiting for a song which meets his talent.
If you want to see the video here it is: http://youtube.com/watch?v=CbNqpConULc
It's so sweet when he closes his eyes when the judges praise him. He's so happy then. Can't wait for Saturday, then he will perform two songs, The Who - Behind Blue Eyes acoustic and New Radicals-You Get What You Give, one of my favorite songs.

I'm definitely back after the final show, at the latest. If the Eagles are planning to come to Germany and I miss this info please send me an email. :wink: Love you all! :D

[tbs fanatic]

Mmmmm Thomas is very cute :D

[Brooke]

MF, good luck sorting it out!

And EF, get yourself back here, girlfriend! :D

[sodascouts]

That performance by Thomas gave me chills! I can see why you like him!

I still prefer Glenn and the guys, though. ;) Come back soon!

[Glennsallnighter]

I hope Thomas goes all the way for you EF and that your work situation sorts itself out as well and that you are happy.

Like Soda however I still prefer Glenn :heart: and the boys :wink:

BTW Congrats on reaching your 2000th post :cheers:

[Glennsallnighter]

I just wanted to let you all know that I'll be away from The Border from tomorrow until 5 May. I have a personal crisis to sort out and I just hope I'm going to get through this with my sanity intact. I'll miss you all. :grouphug: Take care, everyone.

You know you have as much support as I can humanly give you on this issue MF! If I CAN 'Do Something' just text me! I'm with you all the way and hopefully everything will work out for you. :hug: :hug: :hug:

[DonFan]

We will miss you, Mrs F! You & EF come back soon!

[Ive always been a dreamer]

Sorry - I hadn't checked my email, EF. I did get yours, but just hadn't checked my inbox. Have fun bringing Thomas to victory, and we will be waiting for you and MF to get back here as soon as you can.

[EasyFeeling]

Sorry - I hadn't checked my email, EF. I did get yours, but just hadn't checked my inbox. Have fun bringing Thomas to victory, and we will be waiting for you and MF to get back here as soon as you can.

Ah Dreamer ok, I thought you didn't get it.
Yes, I have to change my priorities a bit. :wink: I want to see him win and I want to hear his music in future and of course I want to go to his concerts. :wink: You must know there are not many good singers out here in Germany. And certainly no one who has such a charima. In short, I love him and he deserves to win!

Mrs. Frey, even you are not here in the moment I hope you can sort out your problems. :hug:

[glenneaglesfan]

EF, it's good to hear from you again! I can see how Thomas may have taken priority at the moment - I hope he wins through for you!

Rckn, I'm so sorry to hear about your mother. I hope she is in a good place for recovery. I work in such a place, and we have good results with the aid of our wonderful team of therapists. I'll be thinking of you.

MF, I hope you can get to grips with the difficulties you are facing. We'll be thinking of you.

WM, enjoy your little ones while they are babies, but remember that as they get older they become friends, and that is very precious too. :)

Samo, mine are 17 and 20. The older one has left home for university, but he comes home for holidays. The younger one is in his last year at school and taking his final exams this summer. Neither of them are going to make headlines, but I'm proud of them for being nice kids who get on with other people.

May I just add my thanks to the Border and Soda for bringing together such a wonderful community.

[Brooke]

EF, I just got to watch your Thomas video. It was really good and I can see why you like him so much. Good luck to him.

I can also relate to your giving him priority right now. I'm still on a high with KU! :wink: :D

[EasyFeeling]

Yes, I understand you, Brooke. It takes a while. :wink:

[Mrs Frey]

I'm at work for a short while this morning before I head back home, where I will be from today (I was at home yesterday too). Thanks so much everyone for your support. It means so much. :grouphug:

EF, I've been worried about you, knowing that you've been ill. I'm glad that you are well and I wish Thomas the best of luck in the "Idols" competition - it's great that you are giving him so much support. He certainly seems to appreciate it too. :nod:

[Glennsallnighter]

Samo, mine are 17 and 20. The older one has left home for university, but he comes home for holidays. The younger one is in his last year at school and taking his final exams this summer. Neither of them are going to make headlines, but I'm proud of them for being nice kids who get on with other people.

May I just add my thanks to the Border and Soda for bringing together such a wonderful community.

I think thats far more important than making the headlines. So many people ignore the genunely nice kids out there in trying to make them 'superteens'. My mom always maintained that if we were happy that was the main thing. Keep up the goodwork (and send me yojur advice list :wink: )

[Maleah]

MF I'm so sorry you're having a tough time right now. :( I'll be thinking of and praying for you! :hug: !!!!


EF I wondered where you had been! I understand though ;)

[EasyFeeling]

EF I wondered where you had been! I understand though ;)

Yes Maleah, it's Thomas fault, sorry. :blush: :twisted: But right now I'm distracted a bit and that's Keith's fault. :twisted:

[Brooke]

He he he! :twisted:

[rcknalwys]

Just wanted to thank everyone for their support. My Mom is home and doing well, thankfully only has a little weakness on her right side from the stroke. We have home health coming in a couple of times a week to help her with physical therapy and medication adjustments.

MF, I hope things get better for you soon, we'll miss you here.

EF, enjoy!

GAN, come back soon.

I know I've left out someone, but each of you know I'm thinking of you, my prayers go out to all.

Thank you Soda for this board that's brought together so many great people.

[sodascouts]

Thanks for the update, RA. I'm glad your mother is doing better and is still able to have her independence.

And this community is what you guys make it - so thank you!

[Brooke]

I'm glad to hear about your mother's progress, rckn. Good news! :D

[Glennsallnighter]

I too am glad that the news is good RKA! Keep up the good spirits!

[Molly]

MF, keeping you in my thoughts. Hang in there and hurry back to us.

EF -glad to hear from you again. Good luck to Thomas. My husband will be in Germany next week. Should I warn him of Thomas-mania?

rockn, sorry you're going thru a tough time with your mom. I can empathize, totally. It's rough when our folks get older, isn't it? My mom had a "mini" stroke a few weeks ago, and that early morning phone call from my sister in law telling me about it scared the bjeebers out of me. She's had a couple of these and again after this episode, she's doing well, but it's still scary.

I'm glad your mom is progressing. I hope she continues to recover and do well.

[Perfect Little Sister]

Oh my goodness, so much has happened while I've been "gone". I hope everyone going thru trials is staying strong. Remember to breathe. Hard times eventually do get better.


On a positive note...my sister just bought a new house that is about a half hour closer to me. (and a much easier drive) My mom and dad have sold their house and are moving back to California. They will be a little over an hour from me instead of 12 hours. Yay!!!

[Brooke]

Great news for you, PLS! :yay:

[DonFan]

That is great news, PLS!

[sodascouts]

It's nice to have family close, PLS. Cool!

[Glennsallnighter]

Molly, I'm gled your mom is doing better. I'm sure thats the best birthday present yet.

PLS Wonderful news that your family will be so much nearer!

[glenneaglesfan]

Great news about your sister and parents moving closer, PLS.

Molly, I'm glad your mother is improving after her mini stroke.

Rckn, that's good news about your mother, too.

EF, good luck to Thomas and enjoy the rest of the competition!

Mf, we'll be thinking of you while you're away.

I've posted in the song survivor thread that I'm going to have great difficulty posting here as my laptop died last night. Unfortunately, I think it's my fault as I think I short-circuited something when I put it on charge. It made a little spark, but seemed to be ok. This morning, nothing. I have many files and photographs not backed up. I'm hoping somebody may be able to retrieve my files, but not optimistic. I'm using D's computer right now as he's having an uncharacteristic lie in on his day off.

[DonFan]

There is nothing more annoying than computer troubles. I hope you are able to retrieve your files, GEF.

[Brooke]

That is a bummer, gef. I hope you can retrieve anything you want back. :(

[Perfect Little Sister]

I have many files and photographs not backed up. I'm hoping somebody may be able to retrieve my files, but not optimistic.



Usually GEF, most if not all of the files can be retrieved. I've had more than one hard drive crash on me and hubby has spent many hours retrieving what I was sure we'd lost. Don't give up on it too soon. You may have to try more than one "repair" place.

[Freypower]

I feel for you GEF. That happened to me once. That's why I now use Photobucket and only have a constantly rotating 'pool' of photos on the F drive. If I lost iTunes again, which happened last year..... I dread to think.

[Ive always been a dreamer]

Becky and Molly - I'm so glad to hear both of your moms are improving.

And PLS, that is wonderful news about your family moving closer to you. I have lived within about 10 miles of my parents and all of my siblings my entire life, so I think I would be lost living apart from them. Of course, it may also explain my desire to take lots of trips. :wink: :D

And Kate - I sure hope you can recover the things you want from your hard drive.

[Glennsallnighter]

Kate, hopefully you WILL be able to retrieve those files. A good friend of mine had a similar experience when her son dropped her computer about 2 weeks ago. While she had to send it away and also replace the hard drive she was able to retrieve most of her files. It was also suggested that she claim on her house insurance to help defray the cost of it :wink:

Good luck! :thumbsup:

[sodascouts]

It sounds like your files might be retrievable, GEF - I'll keep my fingers crossed for you!

Molly, I'm sorry to hear about your mother's mini-stroke. That must have been terrifying indeed, especially since your family has been through so much. I'm glad she is doing well, though.

[Molly]

Molly, I'm sorry to hear about your mother's mini-stroke. That must have been terrifying indeed, especially since your family has been through so much. I'm glad she is doing well, though.

Thanks. She's had a few of these and luckily she always seems to recover quickly. She already has Alzheimers, so these episodes just add to her dementia problems. So, when I say she recovers, it means she just goes back to the way she was before, which is pretty out of it.

She was surprisingly good this week, she even remembered my birthday, though she was off by one day. She had 10 children, so the fact that she got that close to the correct day, I thought was pretty good! She thought I was only turning 34 years old though, so I decided not to correct her on that! :wink:

[Glennsallnighter]

She was surprisingly good this week, she even remembered my birthday, though she was off by one day. She had 10 children, so the fact that she got that close to the correct day, I thought was pretty good! She thought I was only turning 34 years old though, so I decided not to correct her on that! :wink:

No....... I wouldn't have either Molly! Although when I saw your pic with a certain hot golfer I wouldn't have said you were any more :wink: . I'm glad your mom has had a good week.

[Glennsallnighter]

I've been having 'text' with MF over the evening. She says 'Hi' to everyone and is missing the Border. She's hoping to be back on Monday.

[Perfect Little Sister]

Tell her we miss her GA.

[Glennsallnighter]

Tell her we miss her GA.

Don't worry, I will!

[sodascouts]

Same here!

[Ive always been a dreamer]

I've been having 'text' with MF over the evening.

:heybaby: :heybaby:

We'll be glad to have her back.

[Brooke]

Yes, we will! :D

[Molly]

She was surprisingly good this week, she even remembered my birthday, though she was off by one day. She had 10 children, so the fact that she got that close to the correct day, I thought was pretty good! She thought I was only turning 34 years old though, so I decided not to correct her on that! :wink:

No....... I wouldn't have either Molly! Although when I saw your pic with a certain hot golfer I wouldn't have said you were any more :wink: . I'm glad your mom has had a good week.

Well, thank you, that's an awfully sweet thing to say! It would mean I was 12 years old when I had my oldest son, though.

Tell MF we're thinking about her!

[glenneaglesfan]

I'm back! I managed to short out the charger, but the replacement is working fine. A bad moment, but just a salutary reminder to back files up! Most of my personal ones were still on the camera, but some of my other files still need to be backed up.

Molly, I hope your mother continues to make good progress. My mum has been feeding the next door neighbours's cats this week, so I'm delighted that she's remembered this.

MF, we're missing you. Come back when you can!!

[sodascouts]

Yay - glad you're back GEF!

[Glennsallnighter]

Oh GEF! I'm glad it was just the charger! Welcome back :D

Computer problems are the bane of everyones existence!

[Freypower]

Aren't they just? I'm still using Mozilla Firefox for my browser, because I was never able to solve that stupid Javascript error problem in Internet Explorer. How I love Microsoft. NOT. :?

[Glennsallnighter]

She was surprisingly good this week, she even remembered my birthday, though she was off by one day. She had 10 children, so the fact that she got that close to the correct day, I thought was pretty good! She thought I was only turning 34 years old though, so I decided not to correct her on that! :wink:

No....... I wouldn't have either Molly! Although when I saw your pic with a certain hot golfer I wouldn't have said you were any more :wink: . I'm glad your mom has had a good week.

Well, thank you, that's an awfully sweet thing to say! It would mean I was 12 years old when I had my oldest son, though. [/quote]

Well I suppose that would be a little unreal!


Tell MF we're thinking about her!

Oh I will! She has a big gig on today but I'm sure she'll be on the text at some stage. I've been passing on everyones wishes!

She has been sending hers as well and she'll be back on Monday.

[Maleah]

Hi to everyone! I have been missing in action as of lately, sorry about that. My brother in law had his surgery on Friday and everything went great! The doctors are amazed at how fast hes recovering! I just wanted to drop in quickly before work and say thank you so much for all the prayers!!!!!!!!!! You'll never know how much they (and you all!!!!!!!!!!!) are appreciated! Love you all! :hug:

[DonFan]

That is great news, Maleah!

[sodascouts]

Hi to everyone! I have been missing in action as of lately, sorry about that. My brother in law had his surgery on Friday and everything went great! The doctors are amazed at how fast hes recovering! I just wanted to drop in quickly before work and say thank you so much for all the prayers!!!!!!!!!! You'll never know how much they (and you all!!!!!!!!!!!) are appreciated! Love you all! :hug:

Thanks for the update, Maleah. We've missed you. I'm so glad to hear about your brother-in-law doing well. Wonderful!

[Brooke]

Me, too, Maleah! Great news! :D

[Glennsallnighter]

Thats great news about your B-i-L Maleah. Hope he keeps up the great progress!

[samo]

That is great news Maleah!!

I hope all continues to improve!

[Mrs Frey]

I've been having 'text' with MF over the evening.

:heybaby: :heybaby:



:shock: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

Dreamer, you bad girl! :wink:

[Mrs Frey]

How great it is to be back. Thank you so very much to all of you for your lovely messages. You will never know how touched I am by it. :grouphug: GA, thanks for passing on everyone's wishes while I was unable to see them. :hug: :hug: :hug:

Phew! A lot has happened to some of you while I was away. Let's see, where can I start:

Becky, I'm glad your mom is recovering from her stroke. I hope she will go from strength to strength.

PLS, I'm happy for you that your sister and parents will be living closer to you now. That's wonderful for you.

GEF, I'm sorry that your laptop died, but happy that in the end it was just a charger problem. I'd better start backing up my OWN files! :shock:

Molly, I'm sorry about your mother's mini-stroke, and even more sorry that she has Alzheimers. It must be so painful for you to watch her deteriorate slowly the way she is. The mother of a friend of mine had Alzheimer's, and she eventually didn't even remember him. She passed away at the age of 86. He used to take turns with his siblings to look after her on a weekly basis, despite having a wife and three children. I never met her, but I really felt for him, and I feel for you.

Maleah, what great news about your brother-in-law! It seems he will be back on his feet in no time!

As for me, I probably hit rock bottom emotionally over the last week, but I'm trying my best to get on with my life. The band and I had three gigs over the last three Saturdays (all three were at wedding receptions), and each one went well, so at least that was a blessing.

The gig last Saturday (3 May) could have been disastrous, because we were supposed to be playing outside and no one was expecting the rain that came down that night. :roll: After having meticulously set up our equipment early in the day, we had to move everything inside, and lost an hour of playing time. Our keyboardist's instrument was damaged as water got in between the keys, and he inadvertently played false chords throughout the gig. :blush: He apologised to me profusely after the first set (awww) and I really felt for him. My guitar also got wet, as did my microphone and amplifier, but thank God it didn't do any damage. As it turned out, even being "inside" didn't help much, as "inside" was a so-called "lapa", the roof of which was made of branches, with gaps inbetween them. Sails had to be thrown over the roof to shield us (and the wedding guests) from the rain, although some rain still seeped through.

As it turned out, the bridal couple and the guests were very happy with us, and didn't even seem to notice the false chords! All's well that ends well, I suppose, but now we have band politics to deal with too, just when I thought we had settled with our new members! :roll:

I had 20-hour days on both last Saturday and the previous Saturday, and sandwiched in between was the personal crisis. I moved from my home of 27 years into a flat, which broke my heart, and without saying too much, the circumstances under which I had to move left a lot to be desired. I was under enormous pressure, and had to take leave from work on the last minute. In addition to that, my home became a building site, which, while I was still packing, and living there, had to be made available to the builders, while they were working, so that they could use the toilet facilities. :evil: Talk about an invasion of privacy! :enraged:

To top it off, I ended up losing some personal mementos in the move too, which greatly upset me.

Well, I suppose I still have a roof over my head so I shouldn't complain. I just loved my home - there were so many memories there, and I could still feel my mother there, even though she's gone. I'm finding it difficult to cope with how quickly everything has happened. It's all a bit much. :cry:

I've also been pretty swamped at work, which is why I didn't get much time to post yesterday. Being busy is a blessing though, so no complaints there.

[Brooke]

MF, glad to have you back. It sounds like you have indeed had quite a time of it.

I'm so sorry about you having to leave your home and under such circumstances. Hopefully, all will turn out well. Best of luck in your new place.

[EasyFeeling]

You know my time is limited here the last weeks as well as the upcoming 2 weeks so just a quick note... MF, I don't know what happened to you and why you had to move. :? Just wanted to let you know that I hope you feel better really soon. :hug:
Dang, I've missed so much and I doubt I can catch up everything. Ok, I'm not complaining, I have to blame myself.

[sodascouts]

I'm sorry about your difficult move, MF. Remember your mother is in your heart no matter where you go.

[Molly]

I'm sorry about your difficult move, MF. Remember your mother is in your heart no matter where you go.

Absolutely! She's always with you, and I'm sure in a way, she helped get you through these last difficult days.

I'm so sorry you're having such a rough time. I think if it were me, I would have had to have been heavily sedated to get through it! You're obviously a very strong young lady!

Thank you also, MF about your kind words about my mom. Dreamer and I are going thru the same thing with our mom's Alzheimers. It does get overwhelming at times.

[Glennsallnighter]

MF I'm glad you are back too. I know what you have been through over the past few weeks and that very little I say can really make things any better. But keep your chin up and hopefully they will. Remember too that your mother will always live on in your heart and I'm sure she is so proud of how you have managed to handle things. I'm glad that at least the gigs went well and hopefully the band will be able to sort out the other issues. :hug: :hug: :hug:

[Mrs Frey]

Brooke, EF, Soda, Molly and GA: THANK YOU SO MUCH for your good wishes and kind thoughts. I really appreciate it. :grouphug:

Molly, I don't know how strong I am, but all I know is that I must go on, no matter how awful I feel. There are people depending on me (i.e. my bandmates), and I have a job to look after too. I can't crack now, even though I feel as though I want to crawl up into a ball sometimes. I really am extremely tired.

I'm really sorry that Dreamer's mom also has Alzheimer's. Wow, what challenges some of us have to face.

[DonFan]

Mrs F, good to hear from you again. I am sorry about the difficult circumstances in your life right now. Here's a hug to cheer you up: :hug:

[samo]

It is great to hear from you Mrs. F. I am sorry for your difficult times. Sometimes it seems like everything happens at once. I have faith that things will be better from now on.

While we are sharing.....everyone please pray for my mother in-law. She had to have emergency by-pass heart surgery last October and she still is not feeling well. She is scheduled for a stress test next week to see if there might be another blockage. Her blood pressure got out of control too. When she went to the heart doctor, her BP was 200/130. I am really worried about her. She told me that she did not care anymore. It's like she has given up. I think she wanted to confide in me in confidence, but I could not let it go by without saying something to my husband. Having lost both of my parents, I would feel terrible if something happened and I had not said anything. I am confident that all will turn out well.

[DonFan]

Samo, I will definitely add your M-I-L to my prayer list.

[Brooke]

Me, too, samo. I'm sure this is a very stressful time for you and your family.

[Molly]

Hang in there, samo, it's tough when our parents get up there in years.. You sound like a very caring DIL.

[Glennsallnighter]

Yes Samo! I too will include her in my thoughts and prayers. Hopefully they will sort this problem out for her and when she feels better she will be glad she hung on. Sometimes when older people feel bad they start to think the worst, but once they feel better they get a new lease of life. Hopefully it all turns out well.

You are obviously very caring and must have a wonderful relationship with your MIL. Unfortunately mine passed on this month 5 years ago meaning she never really got to know her 4 wonderful grandkids very well.

[sodascouts]

Me too, samo. It must be difficult to stay positive, but I hope her spirits lift.

[Mrs Frey]

DF and Samo, thank you so much for your kind words. DF, here's a hug for you too: :hug:

Samo, I'm so sorry that your mother-in-law is not well, but I will keep her in my thoughts and prayers. It's so scary when someone you love wants to give up, and you have no idea how you're going to let go and cope without them, if it had to come to that. I sincerely hope that she will pull through. Here's a hug for you: :hug: May you be blessed with the strength to cope if times get tough.

[samo]

Thanks everyone for your uplifting words. I guess what is so sad this that my MIL is only 60. I talked to her yesterday and she did sound better so that is encouraging.

[rcknalwys]

So many of us are having stressful times, thank goodness for this board and all the prayers being said for each of us. Without naming each of you individually, let me just add my thoughts and prayers for all of you.

As you all know, my Mom had a mild stroke a few weeks back and everyone was so kind and supportive. What a great thing it is to know you are all here for each of us. I'm happy to report my Mom is doing extremely well, she's recovered nicely and is actually up and about. Everyone's thoughts and prayers mean so much and I wanted to thank you all.

But just as this is passing, I got some more bad news. First, my dear friend who is a 3 time cancer survivor found out yesterday she has 3 new tumors....in her mouth. She is devastated as you can imagine. On top of that, I found out about a week ago that my 8 year old is going to need heart surgery to close a hole in her heart(a ventrical septal defect) that we knew nothing about. Next week we go to the heart specialist for more testing and then surgery. I haven't been posting much because of all this but I have been reading everyone's post every day and want to tell you all what a bright spot in my day your posts are. Thank you to everyone for keeping my spirits up.

[DonFan]

Your MIL is just 60, Samo? That is the same age as my hubby--and all the Eagles! That is young to be going through this. I'm glad she seemed better today. Keep thinking good thoughts!

Rckn, glad to hear good news about your Mom. Please keep us posted about your 8-yr-old--I know you are worried, but heart specialists can do amazing things! I hope the doctors can also treat your friend's cancer successfully. Remember we are always here for for you!

[Brooke]

Samo, my mother went through a heart attack a few years ago, had stents put in, and was very depressed for a time afterwards. She got along very well, but the depression was a problem. We mentioned it to the doctor and he reduced one of the meds and that worked. It was quite amazing. I know this might not work for everyone, but something to possibly discuss with her doctor.

Rckn, I'm so sorry to hear about your friend and your 8 year olds heart problem. Good luck to both. :hug:

[glenneaglesfan]

Rckn, I'm sorry that you are having such a tough time at the moment. I hope some positive treatment can be found for your friend's recurrent cancer. You must be very anxious about your daughter, but it's good to have picked up the diagnosis and surgery is very safe these days. We'll be thinking of you. I'm glad your Mom is getting over her stroke.

Samo, I hope your mother-in-law can feel a bit more positive when her tests are back. Hopefully they will be able to sort it out if there's a blockage. It's too young to be giving up hope.

Maleah, good to hear that your b-i-l has come through his surgery!

Molly and dreamer, I know the problems you have both had with your mothers. My Mum has Alzheimers too, but at the moment she is covering it quite well by thinking around things that she forgets. When it gets to forgetting your own family it must be heartbreaking.

MF, I'm so sad to hear about your traumatic move. I knew it was in the pipeline, but it must have been awful to feel pressurised and rushed, and I'm sad that you lost some things. I can only add that your mother will remain in your heart wherever you are. I hope you can sort out the other difficulties in your life as well. At least the gigs went well, despite the rain. Have a hug from me, too. :hug:

EF, good to hear from you! I know there are exciting things going on in your life at the moment, but come back soon!

[Mrs Frey]

So many of us are having stressful times, thank goodness for this board and all the prayers being said for each of us. Without naming each of you individually, let me just add my thoughts and prayers for all of you.

As you all know, my Mom had a mild stroke a few weeks back and everyone was so kind and supportive. What a great thing it is to know you are all here for each of us. I'm happy to report my Mom is doing extremely well, she's recovered nicely and is actually up and about. Everyone's thoughts and prayers mean so much and I wanted to thank you all.

But just as this is passing, I got some more bad news. First, my dear friend who is a 3 time cancer survivor found out yesterday she has 3 new tumors....in her mouth. She is devastated as you can imagine. On top of that, I found out about a week ago that my 8 year old is going to need heart surgery to close a hole in her heart(a ventrical septal defect) that we knew nothing about. Next week we go to the heart specialist for more testing and then surgery. I haven't been posting much because of all this but I have been reading everyone's post every day and want to tell you all what a bright spot in my day your posts are. Thank you to everyone for keeping my spirits up.

Oh, Becky, I'm so sorry about this devastating news! I sincerely hope that your friend will be able to overcome the new tumours, and that your daughter's surgery will go well. She's so young to have to go through something so traumatic. :(

I'm glad that your mother is doing well, though. May she go from strength to strength.

[Mrs Frey]

MF, I'm so sad to hear about your traumatic move. I knew it was in the pipeline, but it must have been awful to feel pressurised and rushed, and I'm sad that you lost some things. I can only add that your mother will remain in your heart wherever you are. I hope you can sort out the other difficulties in your life as well. At least the gigs went well, despite the rain. Have a hug from me, too. :hug:



Thanks for the support and the hug, GEF. I really appreciate it.:hug:

I'm sorry that your mother also has Alzheimer's - at least she's able to handle it to a certain degree now.

[sodascouts]

Wow rckn - how scary about your daughter. I'll pray for her and also your poor friend with the new tumors. I'm glad your mother is at least doing better.

[EasyFeeling]

OMG, seems some of you have to go through a difficult time, I'm really sorry for you. :( I'll keep you all in my thoughts.

GEF, I try to come here now and then despite from the full time job which I currently do. :wink: It really is difficult to have time for other things. Me as well as almost all the regular members there disregard all the normal things in life. Their husbands grumble that the girls spend most of the time in front of the computer, mostly 4-5 hours a day. They don't even manage the household not to mention going out to meet friends. They could miss something, it's crazy. I think we will go back to our normal lifes after the final show, but who knows what happens then. :wink:

[AzEaglesFan]

Rckn, please tell your friend that my son had cancer under his tongue and they had to put a new floor in his mouth. Today he is doing great and the cancer doesn't seem to have come back. He fought cancer for several years before they operated. He is a deputy and has to use a radio so the operation didn't effect his speech. Hope she has the same good luck and I will keep all of you in my prayers.

[Glennsallnighter]

Rckn, I was delighted to hear the good news of your mom and I hope she will continue to make progress.

As regards your daughter, I know you must be terribly worried about her but as DF said heart surgeons can do wonderful things these days, and hopefully closing that hole will be one of them. Also children are very resilient. they take everything that life throws at them in their stride and as a result tend to make full recoveries from such procedures amazingly quickly.

I hope too that your friends cancer has been discovered early and that she will be able to make a complete recovery.

GEF, its good to hear that your mom is developing coping skills with her Alzheimers. Hopefully its progress will be slow and she has many good years left.

Samo! I'm glad that your MIL seems better. Hopefully she will feel a lot more positive after her surgery.

AzEF, I'm so glad that your son made a recovery. Everyone worries so much with a cancer diagnosis and stories like you son's can only encourage.

I will keep all these people who are going through rough times in my thoughts and prayers.

[Freypower]

I don't post here often but I sympathise with all who are going through tough times or know someone who is experiencing this. My heart goes out to you all.

I've had a weird parental milestone. I took Rosalind to a 'facts of life' session at school the other night. Overnight, she stopped called us 'Mummy' and 'Daddy' and started with 'Mum' and 'Dad'. When I asked why she said it's because she's turning 10 and it's her first decade so she's all grown up. It didn't seem to be connected to the facts of life thing, but it was so quick!

I guess this is a 'my little girl's growing up' moment. :cry: but :)

[sodascouts]

Aw! Well, at least she's not trying to call you by your first names. lol

[Ive always been a dreamer]

MF, Becky, and Samo (and everyone else here) - I wish all of you the best with each of your personal struggles. Even though it may not always be easy, keep the faith, ladies. It seems like we always find a way to deal with whatever life throws our way. Supposedly, these challenges make us stronger, even though it may not seem like it when we are trying to deal with them. I'll be praying that each of you have the strength to cope with your situations.

FP - I also know how you feel about Rosalind. My middle niece turned 16 yesterday, and as I observed her, I couldn't believe it. Man, do they grow up fast!!!

[Brooke]

Awww, that's sweet, Fp. I agree with Soda, at least she's not calling you by your first names!

We went to a Sweet 16 birthday party for one of our many nieces last Friday, too, dreamer, and thought, man, how did she grow up so fast! :shock: And her triplet siblings are now 13! Impossible! :D

[samo]

I had a friend that even when we were 10 years old, she was calling her parents by their first names. Even at that age, I knew that it was not very respectful.

What I hate is children who curse their parents. I have seen many teenagers who do that. My best friend's son, who is 22, calls her all kind of bad names to her face. Of course he is usually drunk.....

[DonFan]

Dreamer wrote: "My middle niece turned 16 yesterday, and as I observed her, I couldn't believe it. Man, do they grow up fast!!!"


I had the same thought when my youngest turned 16 in February. She will always be my baby, and to watch her driving now is really hard. :shock:

[tbs fanatic]

Well, there has been so much to read in this section lately :shock: Lot's of different struggles going on - best of luck to everyone. Thank goodness we all have The Border to come to. :grouphug:

[glenneaglesfan]

Fp, that is rather cute that Rosalind feels so grown up, and I agree, it could be worse! I've never been partial to children calling their parents by their first names, but some of my friends are quite happy with it.

My baby will be 18 in a couple of weeks!