Follow
Share
Read More
This discussion has been closed for comment. Start a New Discussion.
Laughing out LOUD,,, yes, the blonde has to go..... ya'll would hear me from your house if we got snow.... uh, doesn't it have to be cold to snow???????
And I DID read, couldn't go to sleep, shame on you Miss I Take A Nap EveryTime I Pass A Soft Surface !!!!!
I know about those younguns that ask for simple stuff, breaks my heart too.... guess I am missing the boys at Boys Haven, making a lot of reference to them lately, but they made a list also... sometimes when I was helping them and they would put things like socks or tshirts, I would tell them they could ask for really neat things.... and they would say you mean like shoes and stuff, and I would say, yeah, but also like bikes and stuff..... OMG, little greedy monsters were created, but they always got what they asked for.... even the bikes.... Guess because my son is being such a jackass, and I haven't seen my granddaughter in almost a year, it is making me miss all those crazy boys.....
(0)
Report

Smiley had me going...........I had to check the radar in TX to see if Ladee was getting snow.........the blond has got to go............hello mouse gray..........
(1)
Report

Smiley.....check out the website...they have burnouts, rock crawling, mud pits, trails, you might enjoy it. I know they put a lot of work into it.

Ladee....I'll send you a picture of my pencil tree...maybe it will fit on the wall.....
glad to see you woke up..........I thought I ran everyone off the thread, but I realized they were just letting you sleep..........read, my ass......

Kathy is dragging me out for shopping at 10pm or whenever WalMart opens. I even have to take a nap after supper cause she said she isn't coming home till Friday sometime.......I got my list from a local school of needy children and what they would like for Christmas. We used to go a little overboard, I guess, cause now we are asked to buy only 1 toy and an outfit or coat. It breaks my heart to see a kindergarten girl ask for boots and a coat, and that any toy would do. We have 6 kids this year. Hubby and I are too spoiled as it is.....we got our fence for Christmas. One year we had a girl ask for shampoo and a toothbrush......tooooo sad. Would you believe I have only been shopping on Black Friday once before? We stood in line at WM for 3 hours to get 2 helmets and 2 bicycles (only $20 each) for a set of twins we had that year..........never did it since, but that was worth it.........but I don't have my own kids, and too many nieces and nephews that aren't hurting for Christmas. Being the shopper that she is, Kathy will steer me in the right direction, or maybe I will just follow (hide) behind her.........
(0)
Report

smiley, I love play on words.... you are crazy, glad you are here......and, no we don't want you to melt, but am hoping to see the Smiley Grizwald Christmas" soon...will you need to put a warning that we should have on sunglasses first before veiwing?????? When I worked at Boys Haven we had a contest one year to see who could put up the most lights..... there were three cottages and you could see them for miles and miles.... a lot of fun, and the first time for many of the boys to experiance something like that...... and the Board Members always made sure they had a great Christmas.... I still have pics of those guys and the looks on their faces opening all those gifts.... .. good memories......
All I'll have room for this year is a PICTURE of a Christmas tree......
Who is going shopping Black Friday??????
(0)
Report

seemeride never heard of it but I would check out the website. Maybe the hubby and I would go and check it someday.

ladee wake up it's snowing in TX...




gotta ya. I bet those cows are definately corn fused a bit. lol

Well Rob got the extension ran for the lights but it's raining outside and I would melt if I went out and took pictures so I'm gonna try and wait until it snows before I put pics up on facebook.

emjo glad that you're feeling better.
vic hope your dad gets better.

Hope everyone has a good turkey day and hugs and prayers across the miles.
(0)
Report

Smiley.....keep meaning to ask you if you have ever heard of Buchanan's Mudfest since you mentioned it. My sister's family has 2 events every year. That is why we are going to MO in May next year, and now with burial ceremony. She has people from all over the country going there. There is a website. Let me know....

Cmag.......hope everything went OK with picking up son at airport. Have a good Thanksgiviing.......btw.....overheard my neighbor screaming "Fix my roof or I will sue".....guess there is still arguing over 3/4 or a whole roof.......and how is wife's pain??

SSSHHHHHH.....Ladee is napping............
(0)
Report

Getting caught up on the thread, NOW THIS FEELS RIGHT !!!!! Seeme's BACK, yeha, a deep sigh of relief....... you have no idea how much we have missed you....
Awsome news about the cemetary and everything being paid for.... hope the sibs respect this situation and come and be a family for a change.....
Oh, and what is this crap about cleaning house..... ?????? I'm not even sure I understand that language, will have to get Ro to translate for me.... If I have to set on the toilet with an umbrella, do you REALLY think I care if this Grapes of Wrath wagon is clean.... NOT...
Vic, sorry to hear about Dad, I think this is more of what i am seeing in Sonny than UTI.... and there is nothing that can be done..... and I do feel that I have made enough progress with Marie, that I will at least be llistened to ......if in fact he does have different heealth problems....
Jam, sorry your team is playing like Dallas does most of the time.... but it is fun to watch , be glad when I get a tv, then I know I'll never leave the house for anything..... as long as my cat has food, I have my citrus green tea, and the umbrella, I'll be fine.....
emjo, keep your butt warm.... I can't imagine it being that cold..... I always make jokes and say we have about 20 minutes of winter.... but we got another good rain this morning, so hopefully the stock ponds are getting some water in them, and I know the cows are confused, they finally have some green grass to eat.....
Am going to go read for awhile... more later, love ya'll
(0)
Report

Vic....low red blood cells....been there a couple of times myself when I was younger.....no wonder he doesn't want to get up....makes me tired thinking of it.....and I was in my teens..............
(0)
Report

ladee.......I've been a col (crabby old lady) this morning and didn't answer your questions......if you look in the vicinity of New England, you will see little pieces of red and white jerseys that the Patriots used from the Chiefs to clean their field. It was disgraceful...........the only consolation is that Kansas Citians are calling for the coaches head on a platter.
(0)
Report

glad they have an idea, vic
(0)
Report

Dads internal med guy called to discuss his bloodwork. His red blood cells deficient..levels are dropping albeit slowly...kidney and heart contributing. He feels like dad can benefit from and iron infusion...he is going to get him set up with a hematologist to evaluate and go from there... Sounds like a plan
(1)
Report

Well seeme......thank God you don't have those fur babies yet, or you would be explaining why one of them is now living in the canister................

How about WITHDRAWAL...............you are coming down off the high of always being alert for your Mom, being available to her 24/7. Instead of trying to tackle the bigger, ugly jobs, try starting with something simple that you enjoy. Just remember darlin that you put one too many blonde streaks in your hair, so we have to go slow....................................ly. If it's any consolation, I'm still having trouble getting myself motivated. Today, I've put the dogs out 3 times, gotten dressed, refilled the humidifier.........woohoo I'm on a roll!!!!!!!!

Happy Trails,
Jam
(0)
Report

BWWAAHHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH!!!!!!! Works for me!!!!!!!!!
(0)
Report

it's called burned out, seeme, and I have suffered from it too. and still do sometimes - you just do NOT get over what you have been through in a few weeks or probably even in a few months
also you are grieving and I have been told that 1 hour of grieving is equivalent to (can't remember how many) hrs of ditch digging - in other words -you will be tired -

from the internet learnwell.org "People who are grieving often feel extremely tired because the process of grieving usually requires physical and emotional energy".

Grief in not over in a couple of months
look after you, give yourself the space and time u need, eat properly, get the sleep you need, exercise a little, you have been running on adrenaline for a long time
and your body needs a break
that's what we tell the grief group members anyway

seems to me, seeme, that you have good reasons to be tired - oh add to that years of sleep loss
-the housework isn't going anywhere -so I tell myself - hmmm, think I feel a nap coming on...

as a last resort quote maxine -

I thought about cleaning the house. But then
I thought, "What's the house done for me lately?"

HOW TO CLEAN THE HOUSE
1. Open a new file in your PC.
2. Name it "Housework."
3. Send it to the RECYCLE BIN.
4. Empty the RECYCLE BIN.
5. Your PC will ask you, "Are you sure you want to delete "housework" permanently?"
6. Calmly answer, "Yes," and press mouse button firmly.
7. Feel better? - Works for me! :lol:

"I do my housework in the nude.
It gives me an incentive to clean the mirrors as quickly as possible."
(3)
Report

I did find out that if you hold the handle with it plugged in, and walk, it will MOVE.....and if I don't tell anyone about sucking up the dining room tablecloth, who will know?? I am a little out of practice...............
(0)
Report

Seeme how about emotionally challlenged! Then you could ask mike to explain how things work and maybe show you!!! You know you holding on and him in back guiding you!?!?! Might work
(1)
Report

OKAY......I have this dilemma today.....all the knowledge on this thread might be able to help me.......I have all these plans for today, getting things done.....and NO desire to DO anything.......I need a term to justify what I have accomplished, like perusing the Green Mountain Coffee Holiday Gift Catalog when I don't even drink coffee.....and don't give me LAZY......I already figured that out. I have 3 hours to think of one before hubby comes home......

We have FENCE.....finally....now I just need something to put in the backyard...

Will check out the vacuum cleaner and see if I can find the plug and get it moving.......motionally challenged?......laundryphobia.....leadbutt?....no, too close to the truth.............
(0)
Report

Good Morning Posse!!!

emjo.........COW PATTIE!!!! Aren't you special? But then again, we always knew that! And you had your own guardian angel......she must have known you needed her for awhile and then when she knew that you were okay, she went off to help someone else. A couple of years ago I looked outside and there was a HUGE dog standing out on the deck. He had a collar on but no tags, had been well taken care of, and had no idea where he came from but he made himself at home. We fed and watered him and called him Elvis....lol. He was very sweet and loving and treated our dogs well. Then a couple of days later, I looked out and he was gone and to this day I have never seen him again. I just figured he had stopped in to say hi during his travels.

Okay okay............I only put one extra staple in.......I told him a couple of them weren't spaced perfectly so needed another one.....:) actually if I do say so myself, for being the first time it wasn't a bad job.....it healed nicely.

Vic....glad to hear no UTI but sorry if Dad is having TIA's. Hate those. Couple years ago I was helping my Dad get into his wheelchair to go to lunch and he had one....scared the crap out of my sister and the little aide about peed her pants. I just put him back into bed for lunch. What can you do besides nothing?

We're getting the north end of ladee's rain storm.....it's putting some rain into the pond, we're hoping enough on the far side to protect the fish through the winter.

I hope everyone is having a good day.......will check back later.....

Happy Trails,
Jam
(0)
Report

(((((Vic)))) - hard to see these things happening -prayers
(0)
Report

LOL You ARE in rare form!!! I inherited a black cat who decided she was human because the others cats shunned her, and although the dog was good to her, barking out the window did not work well (she gave it a good try). The last straw was when some boxers on the loose jured her, and chased her up a tree. Back to her choosing to be human - she learned that when we get up in the night we go sit on the white thing in the little room next door.. So one night I got up, and went to the can in the dark, and sat down - and found a black cat beneath me. I managed to elevate myself just in time. After that I looked for her and shooed her off. Whenever I got a fresh glass on water and put it on my bedside table, she had to have the first drink.It was OUR water. She was a supportive cat who always came to comfort people who were upset. What a sweetie with a glossy soft coat that felt like mink. One day she disappeared - I still miss her.
(0)
Report

Hang in there, Vic.

Jam still isn't saying how many extra staples she used on Target's head...........
(0)
Report

Got urine sample no UTI for dad. Probably TIA's ...one day at a time.
(0)
Report

I just have to wonder if the leak was coming from above or below........I had visions of mom sitting on the bedside commode and peeing while the lid was still down...........
(0)
Report

Welcome Jane and Giselle........Let us hold you up, pick you up, or lift you up....we will be here for you.......and you will add to our wealth of knowledge. No one should have to do this alone, and you won't if you hang with us.

Emjo.....thanks for saying I am in rare form. It HAS been rare lately, but I hope to be getting some of my form back......for today, anyway. One day at a time..........

Yesterday one of my sisters called to say she had finally checked out Jefferson Barracks National Cemetary to see about getting my mom and dad's ashes laid to rest. She was moved by the explanation of the ceremony with Navy honor guard, folding of the flag, engraved headstone, all paid for by dad's service. We both boo-hooed on the phone. We will have the ceremony in May next year to give ample time for other sibs to plan for the travel to MO. This is where I had to laugh, which is the best medicine there is to get us through life. I told her to put in writing that we will not be held responsible if, after they put mom and dad side by side, there is an earthquake, landslide, or other natural.....or maybe I should say SUPERnatural disaster........HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA

Mom and I loved to laugh, even through all the poop and smell and baths she didn't like, and 3 AM breakfasts. As tired as I was, I tried to make things funny to help dispell the anger, snappy mouth, screaming.....I think we both did all that at the same time. I would threaten to take a tater brush to her backside, pull raddishes out her navel.....and when she screamed out she hated me, I'd tell her I hadn't heard that since my wedding night...........whatever it took to laugh..........

Ladee......I hope they listen to you about Sonny, especially if you suspect a UTI.

I have a sinus infection and am now on penicillin, so yea to no abcess. I will now get to work in the house..............many plans......so little ambition.......later.......
(0)
Report

Morning ya'll, well more beautiful rain this morning... found another leak, while setting on the toilet!!!! That rain is COLD, but I am not complaining.... the grass is so green here right now... none this summer, but here it is Nov. and it is a sight for sore eyes.....still getting up into the 80's, Texas weather, gotta love it....
Ro, I was only speaking from my heart... I love ya and wish you were not a continent away, but love travels anywhere......hang in there, you are not alone....
And if you get Alz, I'll come and take care of you, how does that sound????
Sonny had one of his worst days yet yesterday, but will be looking for signs of UTI.... they are going to grandsons for Thanksgiving, he is going to be out of his element and routine..... he will be a mess when they get back home... but I am getting a long weekend... good thing I have been putting money back, two days without pay would have really put me in a bind..
Well have to be at work early , Marie goes to the Dr. today..... so will get going... love and hugs to all.... and newbies, come back and visit..... we get a little crazy sometimes but it sure helps to make our life better...
(3)
Report

(((((hugs))))) and welcome to Giselle and Jane. Support is so important whan you are walking this road. We get a little wacky sometimes,but we are always kind ;)

seeme -u r in rare form
ladee and jam, ditto
and ros I think u are pretty amazing too
hi sdpeg, mis, bee, tpeg,cmag, stormy, maya, asg and everyone else
tired tonight - was on the go most of the day, no moose, but lots of shopping (chocs on sale so got some for christmas and groceries) and a buckwheat banana cake made. Going to take advantage of the warmer (just below freezing) weather to get out and about for the next few days. Cold just about gone -now to see if I get much side effect from the Diflucan again - a little spacey right now but since I am taking it at bedtime it doesn't make much difference
connected with mother's lawyer about the POA - she said to talk to mother about another back up - Oh well.
love, hugs and prayers ♥♥♥
jo
(1)
Report

It has been such a pleasure reading all these posts tonight. I feel as though I am surrounded by friends after a long day. I have my cup of herbal tea, my shoes are off, my heart is filled with gratitude that you all are in my life. Thank you, SDPeg
(0)
Report

rossellamex, I try to explain alot to my husband over and over, i feel your pain, and i just purchased a book, "Alzheimers and other dementias, the caregivers complete survival guide," it came highly recommended by Mayo clinic and other sources, 19.95 If there are some helpful tips in it, I will gladly pass them on to you, God bless
(0)
Report

Ladee, thanks for your words (I have made a "copy and paste" on a Word document so I can read it when I feel depressed!) And thanks Jam for the "ditto".
Gisèle I am so sorry for your husband and you and I confess you I am also frightened because I am 54. And in my aunt, too, Alzheimer started quite soon.
Jane, I agree your dad shows some of the symptoms of Alz/dementia and as I always say, "Alzheimer has his reason that the reason doesn't understand". They live in their world, with different rules. It's a change of perspectives. They change their personality... When I scold my mother because she uses all her energy to pull her trousers up, when I have to put a diaper on her, instead of clinging to something (the washing machine for example) not to lose her balancement, so I have (with only two hands) prevent her from pulling her trousers up, putting the diaper and keeping her so that she doesn't fall, all in the same time, I understand that even if her behavior is completely irrational, it is very important for her not to show me her buttocks, it's more important than the risk of falling on the floor. I tried to explain it to her 1000 times but it is useless! I am sorry to say that the only thing that works is screaming "Mom! Cling to the washing machine!" She is offended, but she does it.
(0)
Report

Gisele.....so young to be stricken with that horrid disease! It's painful to watch the long-term effects it creates no matter who it touches. Prayers are sent to you and please come back and visit with us....we would love to get to know you and offer support to you.
Jane........Dad sounds exactly like the myriad others afflicted with dementia.....and it's common for the elderly to become hydrophobic. No one has ever been able to tell me why, it just happens. My mil fibbed and told us she was bathing but the stench gave her away.......I finally had to take matters into my own hands and into the tub she went and when she came out that was a very shiney hiney she wore!!! And that was the end of her bathing herself. I'm not surprised they are talking to Dad about knee surgery.......in my former life as a medic it was not unusual to see 98 year old's being given pacemakers. If the insurance will pay for it, the doctors will do it. That's how they make their money. Lucky you.....getting a break for a week! Are your kids okay with taking care of Grandpa? If so, then go, have a good time and rest assured that he will be taken care of. And who knows, maybe he will get a bath while you are gone. Take that guilt and put it in a jar and hide it while you are gone, then deal with it when you get home. Glad to see you here and you're welcome to come and vent anytime you need to....we'll leave the light on.

Happy trails,
Jam
(2)
Report

This discussion has been closed for comment. Start a New Discussion.
Start a Discussion
Subscribe to
Our Newsletter