Could not get off to sleep last night, I wasn't even tired...Must have been around the 2.am...think another 3 or 4 hour sleep, and once again slept in my same day clothes...I know my neighbour from down the bottom, the one who actually came in, sat with me and gave me a hug yesterday is coming early to give Toby a walk, said he walks his dogs around 7.am, thats the time he will be here, so I have to give Toby a very early dinner so he can do some toilet when hes out otherwise I have to go find it in the garden, and that is not easy for me to do, garden is high on a slope..when I am now up I unlock my front door so during the day if anyone does come to see me I can just shout come in the door is open but so far this hasnt happened no one sets foot here to see me apart from two on site neighbours who have taken it in turns walking Toby, one morning one evening but thats about all, when they come back they just drop Toby off inside the door and call out they are back...I often told Richard this is not a close community I knew that from when another onsite neighbour died, no notices were put through the door, we went to his funeral but we had to delve into the local newspaper for the date, 5 onsite people turned, me and Richard, the site manager and a hubby and wife who lived down the bottom near him..
I am desperately needing a shower but there is no one here for my safety..

Oh and I got on the scales this morning, down 7 lbs now..half a stone...

Just taken a shower, no one here, Richard was always here for my sfaety until I got out...

I have been talking to him, telling him we was just starting to get some sort of a social scene which we were both enjoying, now he has gone..Dont ever take your loved ones for granted, and the little things you argue about are just that, little things that arent worth the effort...

Now I doubt I am going to see anyone else all day apart from the new lady who collects Toby late in the day for a walk with her dog...very much doubt anyone will bother to pop in, come to see me, they all have their own lives...I told Richard this isnt that type of a community, ( Richard wouldn't have it ) that all together community, Oh the welcome cards come quickly through the door but thats as far as it goes...I still havnt received anymore condolence cards and I know not everyone has gone away...

This is going to be a very long process as I even havnt a clue when it will come to putting this place on the market, and heaven knows how I will go about putting myself into a retirement home, and I know I want to be back  home in Bedfordshire, that is another complicated rigmarole...150 plus miles away..

I even dread it when the bills start dropping throught the door, I know we have to pay a monthly parkhome ground rent and at some point I have to phone Richards bank to tell them he has died, I am not even sure this ground rent is done by a monthly automatic bill paying...As I said his sister is not coming over for another two weeks at least she said...

Jenny ( denver ) - Mary ( redbud ) I so wish were both here, I know neither of you would leave me in this mess, you would both be with me like a shot...you have both been truly and outstanding friends..

Just checking in for today.

Good Morning Everyone,
from the Sunny and Warmer Rocky Coast of Maine. 

Larry,  I hope that you are getting a chance to
watch the Masters which got off to an
early start because of inclement weather. 

So far, so good.   And rather exciting. 

Sandy

Good morning Larry, Sandy and Jackie.  Dot and I just returned from our usual Sunday activity - church then Mr Burger where we had our usual.  Pie today was a cream pie without the usual adornments of nuts, coconut or chocolate chips - just plain cream pie and it was good.

We came out of church to a wet snow falling and when we came out of Mr Burger, we had a lot of snow on Dot's car.  She said she is not going anywhere else today.  Tom's car is at the dealership but his friend, Mary, came to go to church with him.  Unfortunately, she lives in Holland and will have to return there later today.  From the looks of the weather, it looks like this will be an all-day snowfall.

Sandy, thanks for the reminder of the early Masters start. 

Mary Ann

Just checking in this morning to say hello to everyone.  We're going to the Vintage Volkswagen Club, outdoor show at History Park in San Jose.  We go every year with our son and dil, just to admire the hundreds of different VW's displayed there.  Both AJ and Brad, have VW's - Brad's is a "bus" that he is restoring to its original glory, and ours is a Beetle/Bug, from the 1970's. 
Hope you all have a nice Sunday. 

I bought me a Volkswagen Bug back in the 70's, also.
 
But my favorite was a  65 Green Ford Mustang...
My brother also had a 64 Mustang ... 
Both were brand new.   

Wish we had them today !! 

Sandy

Just just coming in with hugs and prays for all in need.

I am tired from all the neighbors being in and out, I have enough food to feed all of you,  My nephew from Vermont is coming down to morrow.

I can still get   to the computer, so I am a happy patient

Gloria, you are fortunate to live in a caring community. I'm glad your nephew will be coming to help out.

We watched the Masters and it was exciting to the very end.  I don't think I have ever seen a winner as happy as Tiger.  Larry, I hope you were able to enjoy some of the Masters, especially ending.

It rained here last night, but most of the rain went to our east and heading to the north,  Right now the sun is shining.  The man on the corner painted our house trim yesterday.  He is a worker and he got it all done.

Mary Ann, With the snow coming later you did get back to your routine.  If you had known about the snow you might have missed out on that delicious piece of pie.

Marilyne, the VW show sounds like fun.  We went to a lot of car shows when we lived in Ocala, especially antique cars and cars in the 50s.  Remember the movies about Herbie the Volkswagen bug with a mind of his own?  I enjoyed those movies.

Thinking about you Jackie and hope you are able to get some help with everything.  It is a bad time to be alone.

Have a good day everyone.

I didn't watch all of the Masters, really just at the last.  I'm not a Tiger fan, but I was glad for him today and he certainly was happy.  It was nice that his children and mother and lady friend could be there.  Lots of red shirts!

Gloria, I read your post in Soda Shoppe and know you will have help.  I mentioned that I am fortunate to have Tom here or I'd be in a nursing or retirement home. 

Sandy, Tom's brother, Tim (deceased), had an orange VW bug and did a lot of driving in it.  I don't know why he got rid of it (no accident).

Jackie, I hope your stress is lessening. 

Mary Ann

A GOOD SUNDAY HELLO TO ALL🙏🙏

Still suffering with my neck pain, however it is somewhat better and I was able to sleep last night....thankfully.  Kind of ready for this pain to be gone🤣🤣.

We did enjoy watching The Masters.....kind of nice to have it over and done with time to do something else now.

MARYANN, I hope Tom's car won't have to be in the shop too long.....and it doesn't cost him a fortune to get it out.  Happy you and Dot got out to Church and a meal together.  I think I would prefer a plain cream pie without the other stuff in it!


JEAN, I agree it was great to see Tiger so happy and smiling! 

GLORIA de, happy to read your nephew will be coming to see you tomorrow.

MARILYNE, I would love to go to see all the VW's with you.  I will always have a soft spot in my heart for the BUG and the old bus! My oldest son owned a redone yellow and white bus in high school and he will never forgive himself for selling it!  We took a 1966 Beetle TO Germany when we moved there.  Sadly, we sold it when we left!  Enjoy!

JACKIE, so proud of you getting your shower....I know it must have been scary for you, but YOU DID IT❣️ You are right.... I would indeed be there with you to do what ever I could IF ONLY we were not an ocean apart.😢.  Many of us would be! 


Enjoy the rest of your day. 

Jenny



 

Jenny, I hope you are able to get rid of your neck pain soon.  I know it must hurt.

I have an idea Tom's car is on it's last legs (or wheels?).  It is a 2006 Toyota Camry which he has loved.  He bought it used in 2016 when I sold my Chevy Cavalier and it had about 250,000 mil3w on it then; I have no idea how many miles now, but close to 300,000.  He has always loved the Camry.  I have an idea I will get involved with his car one way or another but that is my transportation too.  He has taken good care of the car while he has had it, so it isn't misuse that caused the problem - it is old age and wear.

Mary Ann

Just cant sleep, took myself to bed 10pm, woke up 2.am, it is now 3.45, so much is going on in my head, the coroners report, the death certificate, the contacting and organising the funeral company and service, finding the money, ( very expensive ) the after the funeral, when I have to start running and paying the bills and the monthly ground rent on this property, the maintenance, the clearing out of his things his clothes,  my future without a car and a dog, then if and when I place this home on the market and go into a care home which I want to get back home, so far away in distance...this is where I am envious of you who have younger members of family to take over...I am hearing of people wanting Toby, I know I wont be able to look after him, I can feed him but the vets and groomers I wont be able to do nor the dog walking, plus I am leaving my bedroom door wide open but he doesn't even come to my bed....At the moment two people are sharing the dog walk, and another is available, but I know if I give Toby up now, those main two, there will be no one coming to the door checking on me...Although one lovely lady down the bottom is an ex nurse who has dealt with these matters of procedure when someone dies came inside my home yesterday and said she knows the procedure and will help me, take me to the places I need to go, at least when she brought the condolence card round she also left me her phone number to phone her any time, she restored my faith..I was told one person who had mentioned to people on our site that he wouldn't mind having Toby, well he is our live in estate manager, he hasnt come anywhere near...and another lady who I was told lives in a house through the parkhome alley leading to the lane who has a cocker spaniel who would like him...I said I dont ever recollect Richard mentioning her or anyone he has met who has a cocker spaniel, they had assured me that he had, so she would be the one I am leaning towards if anyone should have him, I would have to meet her myself to be sure...How ones life can change so quickly...this is my worst nightmare come true..I know there IS light at the end of the tunnel but at the moment this tunnel seems so far away...

Jackie, I am so glad to read your last message.  I certainly would take advantage of the lady, who is an ex- nurse, that has offered to help you with some of the arrangements you will be needing to take care of.  She sounds like she is a very nice person, who is familiar with some of the things that you will have to deal with.  And, sorry that you will have to give up your dog, but you are wise to realize that you can't do the things for him that need to be done.  Sounds like you are feeling a little bit better, since you had a visit from the lady that offered to help.  And, don't be afraid to ask for her help.  She is the one who offered, so I am sure she would be aware of things that need taken care of.

I have been wondering if you have heard from or been in touch with some of your friends from the MS group?  And, if you have a way to get in touch with them?  I am sure some of them would be there for you.

Jenny, hope you are feeling better this evening.

And, Larry , sorry that you weren't up to posting a message this morning.  HOpe you are feeling more rested and I am sure that you enjoyed the golf .

I had a nice week end with my grandchildren and great-grands.  Had a nice evening out last night and a nice seafood dinner. and then went out to breakfast with some of them  this morning.  I haven't had a busy week end like that for a long time.

I am currently ready for bed, but started watching "Gone WIth The Wind" and will probably watch it all.  Been years since I have watched the whole thing at one time.  This is the 25th anniversary of the beginning of TCM  movie channel, and this movie was the first movie they showed when the channel began.  I  was in and out of the room for a little bit, and did miss most of the war scenes, so, there is another hour, and I had forgotten so much of it.

Jane, glad that you were able to get a lot of your yard work done over the week end.  I can imagine how nice it looks. 

Mary Ann, glad that you and Dot were able to get to church and out to breakfast before the snow got real bad.

And, Gloria de,  Glad you are feeling better and sounds like you have made some good arrangements for your care.

Hope everyone will have a good week ahead.

Joy

I did manage to get back to sleep eventually time now is 7.30 am I was woken by my organic box delivery, or rather by Toby...Toby wanted to go straight out to do toilet, Richard was the one who walked up and down our long sloped grassed garden but now I have to do it, and I had lost where I was coming back, walked past the first set of steps nearest to the back door onto the second set further away, then almost lost my balance, that's when I started crying again, another day I have to get through without Richard in it..
When back indoors I could see through our large window neighbour who lives across the way next door to the man you walks Toby for me in the morning, he was out walking his dog, he is another one who hasn't come to see me, not many on our site have...I always kept telling Richard that although we are a small park home community and isolated from anywhere it is not a friendly get together type of community when one of us dies, well Richard thought as usual I was just moaning, never have a good word to say, well if Richard is listening now, I was right wasn't I?Oh the nice lady friend who has offered me help yesterday said of one couple down the bottom said to tell me how sorry they were to hear of this news and to give me their condolences but why cant they pop up to see me themselves, or am I expecting too much? maybe I am, anyway I shall be forever grateful to those who are and have been rallying around, but I know I have to think about handing Toby over permanently to someone and I know the two dog walks probably will have no reason to drop by the door to even check I am still alive...
I know today the starting of the week I have to get my head together and make a few phone calls cancelling various things, the ones that are in Richards name, I am even going to dread that telephone bill when it drops through my letter box, or any other bills..

Do you know? all the little things that mattered before dont matter now,  all so pointless, all so unimportant..

My new yesterday friend Liz gave me the name of a good undertakers that she has dealt with on several occasions, she has recommended him, so she said to give them a ring even before the coroners verdict and the death certificate just for some advice and to let them know..I think today might be a busy day on the phone..I will also be expected to phone Daphne his sister telling her I have found the bank statement, state pension and Vauxhall company pension, whether I make the cancellations or she will do that I dont know, I had best go along with what she wants...I am not in the families good books as it is...

Do you know? all the little things that mattered before just seem so pointless now...the dog cover I placed over the end of the sofa so Toby wont dirty the arm, so what? that was where Richards head was against the sofa when the medics threw him from the chair onto the floor..so what? that got stained..

I've dropped half a stone, Richard would have been envious...Think I have started the ball rolling, I have spoken to and cancelled Richards state pension and his Vauxhall private pension now I have to get around to all his bank papers to cancel his bank and cards...His sister is on the phone each time I try to phone her so I had to leave a message, she knows I cant get to the phone very quickly...I think it is going to be one of those constantly on the phone days...


Edited to add...would you beleive just checking the dates, Richard passed away on the exact same date as when I got diagnosed with my PP-MS... 11th April...just 4 years apart...

Joy, you do seem to have had a busy, family-filled weekend and now you can slow down during the week.

It seems so strange to look out and see all of the snow on the ground.  It was a wet snow and the road is full of tracks but I have an idea we will lose much of the snow today.

Jackie, it is good to read your posts today because they sound as if you are taking control of things.  I know it is hard to do it alone, but you do have the ex-nurse who has offered to help you.  Much as you hate to get rid of Toby (I remember how happy you were when you got him), I think it is a good idea.  He requires care that you cannot give him with your health problem.  Wherever you go, if you can have an animal, you might consider a cat, however, changing its litter box could be a problem.  As we have suggested, take things a day at a time.

Mary Ann

Marilyn, I hope you were able to see Paul come into the Duluth Canal this morning.  He was supposed to come in at 8:15 am my time and that was changed to sometime after 12 noon my time.  About 10:30 I checked and he was minutes from coming in.  The horn blew four times and I think it got stuck because it continued on and on.  When I got to the bridge, I went to that site and it had quit. 

They seem to be having trouble with their cameras because they work, then they don't work.  I can tell by the sound, also by no movement in the water.

Mary Ann

Good Morning.  Sorry that so many of you are still living in Winter conditions.  Just looking at all the webcams I have that are located in Minnesota, Michigan and NYC, shows me that Spring has not arrived yet. Easter will be here this coming Sunday so I'm hoping that will be a turning point.

Jackie - I'm glad that people in your neighborhood are offering their help, and that neighbors are walking Toby for you.  Start watching to see how Toby reacts around all the different people who are interested in keeping him?  There may be  a special person that he seems to like best. 

Well, guess I'd better get started on the day.  I can't complain about the weather, but it still isn't warm enough to suit me.  The temps were in the high 60's yesterday, when we went to the VW show.  Windy and cool enough for a sweater or jacket, but the sun was trying its best to shine through the clouds.  Supposed to have light rain today and tonight, then a warm-up into the 70's, as the week progresses.

Mary Ann - I just saw your message as I was about to hit "send".  Unfortunately, I missed Paul, once again.  Like you, I had  checked the schedule, and saw that he was coming at 8:15 . . . 6:15, my time, which would have been too early for me.   I should have known that the time of his arrival would be changed, as it always is!  Oh well, I have the whole season ahead of me! 

Hi Everyone.  We have a beautiful sunny day that will get up to 70 this afternoon.  I did wake up feeling better this morning.  I was able to take my shower this morning and each time I do it now I am finding new safeguards.  After I finished I laid down for the better part of of hour to recover some energy.  It is almost 10:30 now and haven't even eaten my breakfast/lunch, which I have at my desk and will eat as I work here this morning. 

They made a very wise decision to start the golf tournament early yesterday as they got it over and people safely off the course before the stormy weather hit the area.  Fortunately most of the rain and storm was either South or North of the Augusta area.  I did watch a lot of the tournament both Saturday and Sunday as well as quite a bit of the Thursday and Friday rounds.  It was a very good event with a lot of excitement in terms of who might win right up to the end.  It was really some accomplishment for Tiger considering two years ago he doubted he could ever play competitive again due to back problems. The young guys will have many opportunities for wins in the future.  Nothing on the schedule for today but tomorrow will be buy as have an appointment for a test at the hospital and need to have some blood drawn for some test ordered by the kidney doctor in preparation for my appointment with him in a couple of weeks.


I appreciate all of your comments but still not up to doing a lot of individual comments. 

Jackie, glad to see you have a new friend who is willing to help you.  It sounds like you are making good progress on getting things in order and doing what needs to be done.  Have you called your vicar?

Good morning from an Interior where Farrah is still being affectionate and the trees are beginning to bud. I am still trying to get all of my classwork finished and turned in before Easter break which starts on the eighteenth. My stove quit so now I'm waiting for Maintenance to get off their duffs and replace it.

Good morning, Larry, MaryAnn and Marilyne and to all those still to arrive.

Jackie, I know this is hard. You will go through so many changes, so many emotions and you will experience so many unexpected changes.  This is why it is vital to have someone experienced as your ex-nurse to guide you through what is hard, incredibly emotional and life-changing. You may need a counselor or a group who have gone through the same issues. For me, the group was needed. Perhaps your MS group would be able to help? You need transport, help with details and knowledge and this is best through those experienced and impartial. Remember, you are not alone, you have resources and people available. You just need to reach out.

Larry, we like to hear from you, comments or not.  This way we know you're still around.

Patricia, isn't it nice that Farrah is being so affectionate.  Kendrick is being his cute self right now as he is asleep on my bed in a very cute position.  He'll wake up soon to come in here and rub against my legs to claim possession.

Marilyn, I'm sorry you missed Paul but he'll depart one of these days.  Really, I almost missed him too, but it was just luck that I looked in when I did.  It was funny with the horn because it just did not stop blowing for the longest time. 

It must be about time for my breakfast/lunch/brunch but I don't know what to have.  Maybe a tuna salad sandwich from a concoction I made Saturday.  I offered some to Tom if he's interested but it is early for his lunch.

Mary Ann

 
Larry, we like to hear from you, comments or not.  This way we know you're still around.

Patricia, isn't it nice that Farrah is being so affectionate.  Kendrick is being his cute self right now as he is asleep on my bed in a very cute position.  He'll wake up soon to come in here and rub against my legs to claim possession.

Marilyn, I'm sorry you missed Paul but he'll depart one of these days.  Really, I almost missed him too, but it was just luck that I looked in when I did.  It was funny with the horn because it just did not stop blowing for the longest time. 

It must be about time for my breakfast/lunch/brunch but I don't know what to have.  Maybe a tuna salad sandwich from a concoction I made Saturday.  I offered some to Tom if he's interested but it is early for his lunch.

Mary Ann
 

Tom heard from the dealership about his car and they can fix it today so I will be able to get my hair cut tomorrow, but more important - he will have transportation.  I've told before that he has a used Camry and loves the car.  I mentioned to him that if it were necessary for him to get a different car, I knew he'd still look on the computer for a Camry for sale in town and he'd look at it then probably buy it.  Norm was never fond of foreign make cars and would turn over in his grave if he knew Tom was not buying an American 'name' car. 

Even if a car was 100% made in the USA, that didn't bother Norm - if it didn't have an American name, it wasn't American made!  In his car years, he sold Chevys, Fords and Chrysler cars.  Not one of them was 100% as far as parts were concerned, but they had American names and that was what mattered.  Off my soapbox now!

Mary Ann

Mary Ann - I'm in Tom's corner on the car issue!   We are now driving our third Camry, and we've had wonderful mileage and reliability out of all three.  AJ keeps our cars in shape, by changing the oil often, and always checking the tires, brakes, as well as all the little things. He doesn't do the complicated work himself anymore like he used to, but he is a good diagnostician.

Our older daughter also has a Camry, that is a 1999, and still running well. The Camry we had before, we drove for 16 years. Talk about reliable!  Sandy drives a Geo Prism, which is a Chevy name, but actually it's a Toyota Corolla engine. (Made in USA).  We also have a Toyota Highlander, that's a small sized SUV.  That's now my car because it's so easy for me to get into and out of.  As I mentioned yesterday, we also have the old Volkswagen bug.  It's a 1964, not a 1970, as I said yesterday. 

Now you know more than you ever wanted to know about our cars! . There's still one more, but I've gone on long enough!

A good Monday HELLO!

My neck pain is definitely better today..... I am using my Tens and it is feeling good. 

Today is Chemo #3 for Michele.  We will do school pick up today for Kate, then get her to her dance practice.  It is to be nearly 70* and I am looking forward to a bit of sun on my back❣️❣️

JACKIE, I am sure proud of you for facing the needed situation today.  I know you have so many things to take care of, and you are getting on them the best you can.  I am sorry that more neighbors are not stepping up to help you, but it just doesn't seem to be like it used to when everyone did what they could to help out.  I know you will make sure Toby gets a good home, and your suggestion, MARILYNE, is a good one.  Let Toby decide who he seems to trust.  I am sure happy the nurse has offered to help direct you.  Maybe she can help you get a list going for people to sign up to do Toby, so no one feels too overwhelmed and you can rest assured that he is taken care of.  Anyone that has shown any interest at all in Taking Toby should come and spend some time with you and Toby to see who does best with him.  Hugs and strength to you💞💞

MARYANN, so happy to read that the Camry will be repaired today.  Now Tom can start keeping an eye out on a replacement.  We owned one Camry and Bob still talks about that car.  I have family member, my dad, for one that would never buy anything but American.  We have owned half American and either Asian or German our whole married life.  I wish I could feel good about owning American vehicles, but for our money I have to go with Toyota products. 

MARILYNE, I enjoyed hearing about your vehicles!  Now please tell me what the last one is?  🤣🤣
Hope you enjoyed the VW car show! 

Thinking about you, SHIRLEY.  I know you are trying to get every last thing taken care of before Wednesday....I hope you are not too, too stressed out❣️❣️

I wish You all a wonderful day and special HUGS for you, JACKIE❣️

Jenny

 
 

Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, built in the 1300s; is burning

"Notre-Dame was built in the 12th and 13th centuries and has stood for hundreds of years as a masterpiece of medieval Gothic architecture with its myriad gargoyles and massive flying buttresses. The cathedral has housed an array of priceless art artifacts as well, including some built into the structure, like its famed stained-glass rose window. In the mid-1800s, a massive restoration project was undertaken to fix much of the cathedral, which had fallen into disrepair after years of neglect and damage done during the French Revolution. The renovation was partly inspired by the descriptions of the crumbling building contained in Victor Hugo's famed 1831 book, The Hunchback of Notre-Dame. "

To begin with as MY cars go - I inherited a 1963 (?) Corvair when my dad died.  I loved it and it was just my size.  The car was a demo from the dealership where Norm worked and I kept it until 1973 when I bought a new Chevy Nova with a V8 engine.  I never should have had a V8 engine as it was too much for me.  I never had trouble with it, but I remember stopping on a slope for a signal light and I made a 180.  I happened to be by a church drive, so I went in there and circled the church and went out on the cross street.  That car rusted something awful.  When it rained, water would go in the rust holes and by the time I sold it to Norm's MIL, it was December and there was frozen water in the trunk! 

You realize I bought my cars from my salesman brother!  My next car was a Dodge Omni 024 because by now, Norm had moved to the Dodge dealer (the Chevy dealer went bankrupt, so Norm went to the Dodge dealer).  Next Norm went to a Plymouth dealer in the south end and in 1976 I bought a deep red Plymouth Duster, another car I loved.  Then the Neons came out and I fell in love with their looks.  I bought one and loved that car too.  After ten years, I had an oil leak which required a head gasket replacement, so I gave the car to Terry (it was going to cost me $1300 to repair) and he sold it for $3500.  At the same time, his mother had died and he got her car which he also sold).  I bought my last car, a Chevy Cavalier LS which I kept for 13 years.  I haven't driven for over three years.  I seldom miss having a car, only sometimes.  I loved sport cars and all of my cars were in the sport category and all were small for me to get in and drive comfortably.  My main criteria was that I had to be able to see over the steering wheel.   

So there is my car history.  My cars had to have an American name because of Norm and I cannot say I had too much trouble, although the head gasket replacement price was a shock ,however ,I did not have that done, nor did Terry.  Oh, prior to my dad dying, I drove his cars and neither of us drove much.   I like the Camry too and might have bought one if I were still driving.  But I'm not so I didn't.

Mary Ann

Jenny, I am glad to hear your neck is better and I hope it continues that way.  I know you want to help your families, but take care of yourself with all of the activities the kids have.

Patricia, I saw a headline about the fire and I really thought it was in South Bend.  I live too close to Notre Dame things in South Bend to think of other cities!!!

Mary Ann

I have only been thinking, that I had said to Richard at Christmas, " this Christmas I want to get a Christmas Tree " ( we hadn't had one for some years,) told him " I want to get one in case this is our last Christmas together." By then I was getting concerned with his illnesses, but in reality I never really expected it to come to this, I was just showing my sudden concern and sudden worry..This was just another of my " what iff's " that this could be a reality, that this might be serious..
It is only now i have been able to read your posts to me...I want to say a big Thank You to each and every one of you..and want to give each one of you a BIG HUG...now I truly know I have many caring friends here at Seniors & Friends, we are a community that goes far further than just friendship, we feel each others pain as if it is our own...

Joy - Mary Ann - Marilyne - Jenny - Amy - FlaJean - Patricia - Shirley - Mars Gal - Callie - Bubble - Phyliss - Sandy - Larry Hanna - Tomereader - Don - Cottoncandy ...

Please accept my apologies if I missed anyone out...