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I think they would go hand in hand nicely, Lorien. Healthy lifestyle stuff. My breakfast was gone too quickly. I miss having Del Taco 3 blocks away, and Carl's Jr (Hardees) 3 blocks the other direction.
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Lisa Hunter
In honor of my friend Patty's Mom and mine. "Be good and have fun. If it comes to a choice... BE GOOD.
Morning!
Hugs to Patty and Jeff!
Lorien your funny! I just think Taylor goes thru men like I change my underwear! But I will keep those kinds of thoughts to myself as not to offend you! I am very sorry if my comments have upset you!
Debra those valentines are soooo cute! Ella just had store bought ones this year! GASP! Just too much going on!
Roxanne thank you for my valentine!
I didnt sleep well and I dont know why! After the gym and taking some advil pm, I though for sure I would sleep! I guess I just have too much on my mind right now! I am worried about my mom! I havent seen much improvement and am getting worried! My sister is pressing the assisted living! I just think we need to get her meds under control first because if we put her some place now she would just give ip! She would feel abandoned! I dont know anymore! Maybe I am too close to the situation! Any feed back would be greatly appreciated!
Please know I adore you girls! And cherish the friendships I have had grow strong between us! I need a mingle if you hadnt guessed! Lol
At least I'm showered and starting laundry. It's a start.
DM, your Mom is relying on you and your sister a lot, from the outside view. If it becomes an emotional drain on you, you need to change something. As a parent of adult kids, I do not want to be a burden or cause my kids stress. She may thrive in an environment where the stressful stuff is taken care of, but she has lots of social opportunity. I don't know your Mom at all, you know her well. My two cents is that your Mom won't change how things are until she needs to. Have you brought this up with her shrink? He may have some insight.
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Lisa Hunter
In honor of my friend Patty's Mom and mine. "Be good and have fun. If it comes to a choice... BE GOOD.
Patty told me I should come and let you know I'm still alive ... then DM rang me today so I thought I should just pop in briefly.
I have some personal issues going on right now which make it very difficult for me to hang out with you girls and chat. I'm not in a good place emotionally so I'm just concentrating on the family and focusing my thoughts on dealing with our situation. We will be OK, we're just dealing with some horrible life-changing situations (yes, more than 1!!!).
I hope you will respect my decision, I just have to make an adjustment to my priorities.
I really don't want to sound all cryptic. Those who need to know are helping me through and I will be forever grateful to them. I promise that as soon as we have a plan in place and life starts to look up, I'll be back. Just don't forget me, OK? LOL
I love you girls and I'm sure I'll bounce back, I just can't tell you when.
Glad you stopped by. Have been praying for you. Love you!
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Michelle, humbled and grateful Gallery Michigander Chat!
*Every day brings me one day closer!*
Well PartyPatty should do the boogiebutt over to her counter and put away things from last night and prep some stuff for wedding invites to do tomorrow while I'm sitting in the heart lab waiting for DH's heart cath
Praying Jef'f's procedure goes smoothly!
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Michelle, humbled and grateful Gallery Michigander Chat!
*Every day brings me one day closer!*
Breakfast made. I didn't get to the store to try my latest want to try, pear Chobani. It sounds amazing. I love Chobani, I love pears. It's got to be good. My current must buy is pineapple since Micki introduced me. Wonder which one I'll love more?
I haven't tried pear. I'm stuck in a strawberry Chobani rut right now.
__________________ Cathy Best thing I ever learned from my Mom: If you don't have the cash for it, you can't afford it!
Morning!
Hugs to Patty and Jeff!
Lorien your funny! I just think Taylor goes thru men like I change my underwear! But I will keep those kinds of thoughts to myself as not to offend you! I am very sorry if my comments have upset you!
Debra those valentines are soooo cute! Ella just had store bought ones this year! GASP! Just too much going on!
Roxanne thank you for my valentine!
I didnt sleep well and I dont know why! After the gym and taking some advil pm, I though for sure I would sleep! I guess I just have too much on my mind right now! I am worried about my mom! I havent seen much improvement and am getting worried! My sister is pressing the assisted living! I just think we need to get her meds under control first because if we put her some place now she would just give ip! She would feel abandoned! I dont know anymore! Maybe I am too close to the situation! Any feed back would be greatly appreciated!
Please know I adore you girls! And cherish the friendships I have had grow strong between us! I need a mingle if you hadnt guessed! Lol
DM, it's a hard road when your parent is going through that. Assisted living places aren't so bad, if you get the right one. Her own apartment and communal meals. Activites daily. Someone to keep her meds straight. And you can visit and take her out any time. It's not at all like a nursing home.
BUT, that may not be what she really needs. I think your sis just doesn't want to make the effort. Which is really sad. She is the one in the optimal position to have mom with her and have you helping out. You have a large family and your own health issues to take care of. I wish she would be less self-centered and see how much could be gained by investing a little of herself in caring for your mom.
I do hope the shrink helps and that he/she can get her meds regulated. That will be a big first step. Then you can consider approaching assisted living with mom. Sell the positives that I noted above. But, remember, medicare doesn't cover it and it's not cheap. You won't be able to find her a place for less than $2,000 per month. That may change your sister's tune. And she doesn't need a nursing home, so medicare won't pay for that, either.
Was that helpful at all? It's a tough deal and I don't envy you. We're on our second go-round and I wouldn't wish it on anyone. {{{hugs}}}
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Michelle, humbled and grateful Gallery Michigander Chat!
*Every day brings me one day closer!*
I don't remember what time Jeff's procedure is, either, Cathy. But it sounded like it would be a long day. If I remember correctly, he has to lay flat and still for some number of hours after the procedure is completed and that is what make the day so long.
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Michelle, humbled and grateful Gallery Michigander Chat!
*Every day brings me one day closer!*
Thanks for letting me vent! She needs to be more stable before any big descions can be made! And she doesnt have any big responsibilities right now! She has had to deal with any money or bills since she attempted suicide 4 years ago, my sister pays her bills! That was one of the things that sent her over the edge plus still pining for her ex!
It does suck to be older without financial resources. It certainly limits the options. I'm organizing fabric. I have way too much of that, and everything else. I probably should work on my hoarding tendencies.
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Lisa Hunter
In honor of my friend Patty's Mom and mine. "Be good and have fun. If it comes to a choice... BE GOOD.
DM, it's a hard road when your parent is going through that. Assisted living places aren't so bad, if you get the right one. Her own apartment and communal meals. Activites daily. Someone to keep her meds straight. And you can visit and take her out any time. It's not at all like a nursing home.
BUT, that may not be what she really needs. I think your sis just doesn't want to make the effort. Which is really sad. She is the one in the optimal position to have mom with her and have you helping out. You have a large family and your own health issues to take care of. I wish she would be less self-centered and see how much could be gained by investing a little of herself in caring for your mom.
I do hope the shrink helps and that he/she can get her meds regulated. That will be a big first step. Then you can consider approaching assisted living with mom. Sell the positives that I noted above. But, remember, medicare doesn't cover it and it's not cheap. You won't be able to find her a place for less than $2,000 per month. That may change your sister's tune. And she doesn't need a nursing home, so medicare won't pay for that, either.
Was that helpful at all? It's a tough deal and I don't envy you. We're on our second go-round and I wouldn't wish it on anyone. {{{hugs}}}
On a good note I have a HUGE SU box coming tomorrow!
And when will my paper pumpkin arrive already??!!
Speaking of which my one CTMH demo found my loads of love stamp set but have yet to return it was interested in PP! Text me to find out details! Well she doesnt like the surprise idea of it! She wants to see what shes ordering! Sorry but I know its going to be great its SU for goodness sakes! I guess I am just a closet buyer! Lol
It does suck to be older without financial resources. It certainly limits the options. I'm organizing fabric. I have way too much of that, and everything else. I probably should work on my hoarding tendencies.
Lalalala....I not listening. The layer cake I've been drooling over went on the deal of the day today.
__________________ ~ Lisa - Fix your computer and your dog mingler - She who runs with 'lil grey dogs!
What you are afraid to do is a clear indicator of what you need to do. - Zig Ziglar
I don't think the paper pumpkin's start shipping until March. That is what is sticking in my head anyway.
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Thanks for letting me vent! She needs to be more stable before any big descions can be made! And she doesnt have any big responsibilities right now! She has had to deal with any money or bills since she attempted suicide 4 years ago, my sister pays her bills! That was one of the things that sent her over the edge plus still pining for her ex!
Vent away, Dawn Marie. This is a safe place to do it. I know how much it meant to me to have you all when I was dealing with my dad's situation. If I can repay even a part of that...
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Michelle, humbled and grateful Gallery Michigander Chat!
*Every day brings me one day closer!*
I don't think the paper pumpkin's start shipping until March. That is what is sticking in my head anyway.
That's what I thought, too. But I don't know where I got that from. I know that when I signed up, it said I would get a shipping notice when it's sent out. So I'm not getting excited until I get the shipping notice.
__________________ Cathy Best thing I ever learned from my Mom: If you don't have the cash for it, you can't afford it!
That's what I thought, too. But I don't know where I got that from. I know that when I signed up, it said I would get a shipping notice when it's sent out. So I'm not getting excited until I get the shipping notice.
Party Patty, I hope the procedure goes well and your party man recovers quickly. Love you.
DM, I hope things turn around for your mom. Selling her house and moving into an apartment might be a wonderful fresh start.
I love everybody especially Lorien. Stefan says, "Jesus said to love your neighbor. You don't have to like them all the time." Haha!
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Laura butt-kicking, face-punching, Oklahoma sunshine Mingler
"Fight with a happy heart and strong spirit." General James Mattis, USMC
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