General Chat

Jeannie, she is in good hands. Please tell R that I am thinking of him and his Mum and wishing her a good recovery.

As to what you said about your daughter. never, ever give up. miracles can and do happen you never know.

((((hugs))))

Ann
Glos

Hi everyone
Jeanie, I really do hope your m.i.l. will recover well but it may take some time and patience. It is bound to be a worrying time for all so keep an eye on each other.
Tina, your worries are not going to be over quickly, so take one step at a time and give yourself a big tick for all the good things you do or get through.
Please write on here as much as you want, talking is a good way of relieving the pressure, know that you are not on your own, their is a wealth of experience here and lots of love and hugs to give out.
It seems the heat may have upset a few of you, I know I love to see the sun but it does make me tired. My way is staying in the cool and admiring the lovely day from inside.
Love to all who are not feeling too good and best wishes to others
Janet

Morning all. Oh dear, I feel awful not sending messages to our new poster, and Jeanie. I have to get ready for work, so will be back later. In the mean time, loving thoughts going out to each of you. xx

(((((((((((((((hugs))))))))))))))) for Jeannie
and ((((((((((((((((((hugs)))))))))))))))))))) for Tina
thinking of you and praying for strength to cope for you both
Paula xxxx

Morning everyone

(((((((((((((((big hugs for EB))))))))))))))) positive thoughts for you hun

((((((((((((big hugs for Tina)))))))))))))) I am praying for you to gain strength and comfort hun

((((((((((((big hugs for Jeanie)))))))))))))) positive thought for you your MIL.

and to everyone else ((((((hugs)))))) I hope you have a good day.

Gill

Jeannie,
any news on your MiL? We are all thinking of her.

Ann
glos

Only a week to go until the aniversary of Dave's death, so not in a good mood at the moment, I keep reading all the threads and I know how other people are feeling and I know that I'm not alone....

waveyone, you will never be alone on this thread. What an awful time you have coming up but you have got through a very rough year. Love and hugs to you
Janetx

My problems seem so trivial compared to some of the other problems people have, but i am getting really anxious. In just over 2 weeks i finish my college course and then have to start looking for a job but i am so scared that i wont be able to get the sort of job i want and will end up stacking shelves which would be a waste of a years hard work at college. I have never really had ambition until now and i know in my heart i can do it but the rest of me is running away scared to death of what the future holds the thought of applying for jobs and going for interviews makes me want to run away and hide.
sorry for running on

jeannie, thank you for the update. I hope your MiL continues to get better. Things will naturally take longer because of her age but it sounds as though she has a lot lof love and support around her.

Wavyone. We are all thinking of you as you reach this time of year again.

Whitenancy. Good luck with your job seeking. I am sure you will find what you are looking for. doesn't matter if it is not the first job you find, keep looking until you find what you want. these days jobs are not for life and nobody looks askance if you change jobs.

What would be your ideal job then?

Ann
Glos

morning everyone im sorry il have to catch up with all your posts later as hubby ant been to good since lats night he asleep now so id thought id pop on here he very unbaanced and giddy (like he is drunk )but he isnt he managed to get up this morning and hasnt moved os sofa since he now asleep ,well as for me had my counciling yesterday went better than last time only cried once but have hato cancil next two visits with her as ill be at hospital with hubby then she away on her hols for another two weeks so carnt see haer again till middle of july so will you all take her place till then lol hugs to all xxxelaine xx

sorry

Whitenancy
what are you apologising for? Of course you are allowed to be scared, and your worries are not trivial. When you are studying and at college youa re in a protected environment. It is scary tot hink of being out in the world looking for work. But you will be OK I promise. Once you find a job, you can see if you like it, then if you don't you look for something else. your studying will never be wasted.Come back on and talk to us. You will get a lot of support here.

When you get accepted for an interview come on here and talk and you will get lots of advice.

Ann
Glos

at the moment i dont feel like i am worth worrying about there seem to so many people who have real problems

As has been said many times on here. Our worries are important to us, our pain is felt by us. We know your worries are important because they are your worries.

Ann
Glos

Whitenancy hi xx

Yes lass, all of us on this thread have worries and problems and each one is worthy of each others help and attention, that is why we exist as a 'family' thread, we care about you so please don't knock yourself xx.

Can I make a small suggestion, that you change the usage of the word 'problem' to 'challenge' in your situation, does it not conjure up the image of taking a step forward into the unknown just to see what lies ahead for you?..just remember lass, you have come this far so why not that step further.
I can imagine that you feel your future is an unknown entity and formidable and yes, possibly frightening but wow a 'challenge' indeed..you can do it lass and remember all of us will be here to assist you on your way.

Take care,

JoyceP xx

That is very true Joyce, why didn't I think of that. whitenancy of course it is more of a challenge than a problem.

Ann
Glos

Hello everyone,
I am reading this ,so much earlier tonight,I dont usually say much as i have learnt to keep everything to my self, its just the way i am.But here goes....Last year my Doctor booked me into councelling,It took months for my appointment,I did not know what to expect,I went twice.For me she was a waste of time,She did not get near to understanding what a state i was in.How could i go back to my Doctor and say that.There must be some fantastic ones out there,but my bad luck i had her.It must feel so good to sit down with someone,start at the begining...and get to today.I must sound awful, sorry i just wanted to say it.
MY love and thoughts to everyone on here,
Christine

Ok courage in both hands. I have deliberately avoided this board debating whether I should reveal something or not.

I have told one person on here recently and I don't want sympathy just acceptance.

I was told in November 2006 that I have clinical symptoms which relate to early onset dementia. There are large areas in my brain which are dead as they have been starved of blood. I was having headaches and had an MRI and was told after the films had been studied. It came as a bit of a shock.

I am used to my body falling apart but this diagnosis was unexpected to say the least.

Strangely I rarely think about it. Only when I can't remember a word or what a plant is called or the name of an actor does it rear it's ugly head. That might be just a failing memory bank I don't know.

Anyway, if you notice me going gaga please tell me because I'll be the last to acknowledge it..lol
I still have a sense of humour.

Please don't label me I couldn't bear that.

Love to everyone who is suffering physically and mentally.

Sue xx



I have no idea if this will worsen and how quickly if it does.

Hi all
Been busy in the garden as usual.

Sue M welcome and glad you got the courage to post . This is the place to write your worries / feelings knowing you are among friends . We are all odd balls in a nice way so glad you have joined the gang.
Tina sorry to hear of your problems .I can relate as I had to share the house with my ex for 2 years ( solicitors advised us both not to move out ) .It was hell but at the end of it we parted not exactly friends but we were not enemies any more . Hope things work out for you .
Christine sorry your counsellor was not any use . Have you thought of any other treatments?
Waveyone it is early days .You have done so well and you know he is now out of pain .Try to remember the good times and know that he is never far from you even though you can't see him xxx
whitenancy welcome . You are worrying and doubting yourself .We have all been there and it is understandable .We are all here for you and we will try to help with the confidence issue .
Just noticed how late it is and cinderella DOES need her beauty sleep so I wish you all a good day tomorrow
love
Kathy xxx