AF Daily - Monday 6/21

[greeneyes]

AF Daily - Monday 6/21

Oh marshy......:l:l:l I've been there and well remember how I felt. :h here's a little piece of my heart to carry around with you.

[one2many]

AF Daily - Monday 6/21

So sorry to hear that Marshy, will get the kids to say a prayer for your Mum....xx

[Rusty]

AF Daily - Monday 6/21

Hi Marshy,

I've never formally introduced myself....I post here from time to time. And I just wanted to say I'll be praying for you. I have gone through the same thing with my mum, who is my best friend. She is 83 and the doctors missed a tumor she had in her colon, and now she is battling Stage 3 cancer. I can feel your pain, and I'm here for you.

Rusty

[LVT25]

AF Daily - Monday 6/21

Oh, Marshy, I know the feeling of worry and wait. They are probably going to do a CT scan and/or an MRI on your mom. It's a horrible feeling when our parents get news like that, but we'll hope and pray for only the best outcome, ok?:l

It's great to hear everyone sounding so positive and strong. Cindi--I am so happy you are sounding better and happier every day!

Since I've had to cut down on my computer time, I rarely read anywhere other than this thread or once in awhile I pop in to give a newbie some advice/support. I guess I don't really have much to offer on the slip/af discussion, except to agree that it is all about being honest with ourselves. I think if someone never does that, they will never stay sober.

I had a pretty great weekend. DH worked really hard and gave up his time to try to get the greenhouse set up. The weather didn't cooperate and it was too windy to attempt to put the plastic on. But we are close........very close. I feel kind of silly planting my garden in the middle of June, but our weather has been so crazy here and cool, I actually won't be that far behind. We went to the movies yesterday and saw Prince of Persia. I don't remember the actor's name, but very nice to watch on screen. :H

#1 son wanted to have friends over for bbq and movies this weekend, and hubby and I had a little disagreement about his grounding, but we managed to almost discuss it like a couple of mature parents so I feel good about that. I think maybe this relationship could get better--me being sober helps a ton. It is so much easier to control my emotions and my mouth!

Better get busy. I have a lot to do this week, and I was so tired I overslept! Have a great week all!!:h

[Marshy]

AF Daily - Monday 6/21

Thanks all. It's good that you've all acknowledged the possibility that it is cancer. My best friend immediately said "No, it'll be something else, she'll be fine." Which was kind of weird.

Anyway, I was due to go out tonight but I've cancelled that. Couldn't face trying to be jolly. Going to go for a walk in the sunshine instead.
Thanks again.

[Cinders]

AF Daily - Monday 6/21

Marshy,

I am sorry you and your folks are going through this. These things are so difficult.

Just as an aside, my mama went through the exact same thing, spot on lung, coughing, pain, weak. It was pneumonia. There was no cancer even though the possibility was high it was.

I wanted to make sure you knew that these things do not always end up in the big C. They can, of course, but not always.

I know you will keep us informed.

I will be thinking of you and your folks.

Love,
Cindi

[KateH1]

AF Daily - Monday 6/21

Marshy, This time of uncertainty can be the hardest of all, not knowing what to be prepared for. Of course, I am sending you strength and comfort, to you and your family.

Cindy, Yes, it it The Tattered Cover. It was only 2 blocks from where we live and we were there several times a week. Often in the evening we would walk over and listen to an author, then walk to dinner. It has now moved to an old theater down on Colfax, just not at all the same. We really miss it in our neighborhood!

The Art's festival has really grown, not the neighborhood festival it began with. I really miss Denny Dent, he added so much wonderful energy to the entire festival! But, as always we will spend a lot of time down there, looking at art and enjoying the fabulous food and entertainment! Wish you could come and take it in!

Lav, I really hope you can get what to do about hubby sorted out. Quite honestly, I have grown to believe that nothing is worth surrendering Peace and Peace of Mind. There is no "security" in living a life of anquish.

[Cinders]

AF Daily - Monday 6/21

Quite honestly, I have grown to believe that nothing is worth surrendering Peace and Piece of Mind. There is no "security" in living a life of anguish.

Amen, Kate.

Cindi

[greeneyes]

AF Daily - Monday 6/21

Amen, Kate

[Raven.joy]

AF Daily - Monday 6/21

Happy summer solstice guys, hope everyone enjoying the sun and light.

[Doggygirl]

AF Daily - Monday 6/21

Marshy, just wanted to send you a cyber :l. Can understand why you aren't up for being jolly tonight. Thoughts and prayers are with you.

DG

[Cinders]

AF Daily - Monday 6/21

Raven,

It is good to see you here again.

I love the long days. They almost capture my waking hours. :-)

Thank Dog I don't live in Alaska, though, like AK girl. Geez. I would have to put tin foil on the windows to keep the light out.

Cindi

[Doggygirl]

AF Daily - Monday 6/21

Just found out that Step Coach is in the hospital having trouble breathing. His wife is so scared. I hope someone is looking after her as she is looking after Step Coach. I'm going to see them. He's at a hospital several towns away so not as many people are able to go visit him with work schedules, etc. I'm so grateful I have the flexibility in my life schedule to go do this. I'm super grateful that I'm sober. Just over 2 years ago, I wouldn't have been able to go visit anyone in the hospital at this time of day.

DG

[Lavande]

AF Daily - Monday 6/21

Marshy,

Sending you a cyber :l as well! Try to not think too far ahead about things with your Mum.
Chances are she will be just fine.

Cindi, Kate & everyone - thank you for your support! I really think I have been protecting my newfound peace of mind which is probably why Mr Lav is feeling so weak. He's always needed a lot back patting, ego boosting, etc & I haven't been doing that so much. It's almost as if he needs 'mothering' & I sure as hell never signed on for that job. I'm very sorry that his mother was such a waste of time but I can't fix that. He just needs to let it all go - now!

Well, I actually have the kids coming over for burgers & corn tonight. I'll send each of home home with a jar of jam

Happy Summer Solstice!

[Marshy]

AF Daily - Monday 6/21

Thanks all.
Mum has an appointment tomorrow morning with a specialist at hospital. I don't know if he/she will be able to give a diagnosis there and then or need to do more tests but at least things are moving very quickly. Mum's GP is doing a great job to have got her a hospital appointment so soon.

Sorry to be so "me, me me" today. I think I'm a bit shell-shocked. Anyway, I'm grateful that something is being done tomorrow.