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Llama,

Yes, occasionally I have been told that I sleepwalk. I don’t think it is as much now as when I was younger.

I think the talking in my sleep is due to my dreams.

Cat,

The sleep paralysis is truly strange!
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I have my grand dog with me. My daughter went to see her friend in Denver.

It’s funny, her friend has a golden lab who was friends with my daughter’s dog. When the dog sees her he expects to see his buddy too.

It’s amazing how strong bonds become with animals. I still miss my greyhound. He was a fantastic dog. I’m grateful that he lived to be 13 years old. My little schnauzer lived to be 13 too. She was cute but she was a handful!
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Need: Be careful sleepwalking.
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My town is celebrating an anniversary today as well as Canada day and I can honestly say the people who run things have no idea how to put on a celebration, it's been well beyond lame and into embarrassing territory.
Worst. Party. Ever.
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My nephews wife is in the birthing center being induced. Big baby and momma is very uncomfortable. She has crohns disease.
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Cat,

My oldest daughter has Crohn’s disease. It’s awful!

I hope that everything will go as smoothly as possible for your nephew’s wife.
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It’s so hot 🥵! We are dog sitting for our daughter’s beautiful Siberian husky. She’s visiting her friend in Colorado.

He has that double fur coat. I feel so bad for him. We bring water along on his walks and have a big bowl of water inside for him. He’s sprawled out on the tile kitchen floor trying to cool off.

I know he’s going to be so excited to get back to Colorado. My daughter is planning to move back to Denver in less than a year. He loves the snow and the cold weather.
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At the dog park. This is the only time that we can take the dog out, early in the morning and late in the evening.
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Cat,

Is your niece and baby okay? Boy or girl?
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Amelia Earhart’s plane went down on this day in 1937. So long ago. There are theories but no one really knows what happened.
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On my mind?

I find it sad that, for many of us, the only people who really understand, empathize and care about what we’re going through, are the people on this forum.
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Venting, what you just said is so interesting.

Truth is that here we get just the dose we "want". We come here when we want to look in on one another. We read, we comment, we can then move on with our day and our lives.

Our families, however are STUCK with us. If I am having a bad day (like, I tore off my entire big toenail a few days ago) you can say "So sorry, Alva" but you don't REALLY have to feel you must pick up my luggage. Clean my house. Get me to urgent care. Do the shopping. Dress the foot.
So you don't have to CARRY my luggage. You aren't responsible. You will sleep just fine and tomorrow you will say "How's the toe Alva". If you are a believer maybe you utter a prayer for me. Suggest a soak. You might think of me once or twice or even three times. Whereas my partner is going to say "I don't know HOW you could DO such a thing to yourself!!!"

It isn't the same for our family. THEY ARE THERE and there every second. OUR mood has a profound effect on their own. They may feel helpless, uncertain, inadequate, confused, frustrated.

So for me, this is normal.
I don't really "do" close friends.
Do I miss out on a lot? Yeah. But my friendships remain a bit like Forum. They are a bit of contact here or there. Not too close. Enough for me. I am a caregiver type. Likely why I chose to be a nurse. And I can easily wear myself out with the problems of others.

It is all I can do with my reclusive nature to keep close in with my partner, my daughter.
I love casual relationships. I love FB and have 70 friends there I feel I somewhat KNOW. But there is a big difference between CLOSE and casual.

What a fascinating subject, but the way.
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I learned it’s best not to talk to friends about caregiving who have not done it. They simply don’t understand. And the ones that were caregivers do understand , are kind, but you don’t want to talk about it too much to them either , if you want them to stick around . It can bring up bad memories of the caregiving they did. They are wanting to get back to normal life themselves. Fortunately a forum like this helps provide a place to vent .
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Anyone watching Shark Fest? I am.
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My Nephew & his wife have a new baby boy. Isaiah was born Saturday night and is doing great. His grandpa (my BIL) will get to spend time with him. He has terminal cancer & isn't doing so great.
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Cat: Congratulations to your nephew and his wife.
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Cat,

Wonderful to hear that mom and baby are doing well. So glad that grandpa will get to see his new. grandchild.
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Happy 4th of July!
Happy Independence Day!
Happy birthday America!

So glad you were born! Where would we be today without you?

Thank you for our freedom.
Thank you for our rights and opportunities.
Thank you for all the people that have made, are making and will make this country a great place to live.
Despite all of your imperfections, you are still the best. We love you.

God bless you America!
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Polar Bear
A HUGE AMEN FROM ME.
Happy Birthday to America!
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Happy 4th everyone. Isn't my avatar adorable?😊
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Oh, Cat…absolutely precious! I have many nieces and nephews, plus great nieces and nephews that I adore!
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Happy 4th! Everyone
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Just collected clothes to bring to FIL in rehab . I noticed the name labels I ironed on last year and I thought ……

Hmmm, maybe I ought to order labels with MIL name on them so they are ready for her emergency admission that is coming . Since she doesn’t live nearby , I pictured myself in a hotel room ironing the labels on her clothes . 🙄🙄. We never stay at MIL house plus I doubt she owns an iron anymore .

I wish I had better things on my mind .
🤔😬🙄😕🤦‍♀️🤷‍♀️
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Happy Fourth of July, America's Independence Day celebration!

Polarbear!
Way to go, what a wonderful sentiment to the U.S.A.!

Catskie,
Yes, a most blessed child on your avatar! Newborn, close to independence day!
You are the Auntie?

I too was just blessed with the title: Great Grandmother. Still in the shock of things. recently got out of bed, and out of the house I am so very happy.

What a wonderful time to celebrate it all!
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Send,

Congrats on the new great grand baby!
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NHWM,
Thank you!
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Cat: Your baby pic is precious as your new avatar!
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My maternal grandmother was born on Independence Day, 1894. Today is her 129th Heavenly Birthday. Happy Birthday, Grammy. I've already surpassed her in years since she only lived to age 74.
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Send: Congratulations great grandmother!❤
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Thank you Llama! 🦙️
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