OH ..Sandy ... so sorry to hear that ... you've done so much and sacrificed so much already ... will continue to keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers ... thought she'd be excited to be with you and spend the holidays with you ...

HI I'm sorry I've not been around much. I have been a little busy sorting family stuff out. I hope you all find the strength and paitance to beat whatever life throws at you Love you all. Jackie xxxxxxx

Vonn, mom has always been one of those people who is miserable, never really happy. But she can fake it when needed. Since we are family she lets it all hang out. She finally told me she is mad she is sick and that her kids have to care for her. This was after spending the day in her room. I didn't give in because that's what she wanted me to do. She's is an ace at guilt trips. haha

I told her thank you for being honest and that now we can move forward. I can only imagine how her life has been flipped upside down. But she said she loves us and will try to not stress so bad. Yeah, we know that wont last. But the good news is she has her own room to fret in as needed.

Lots of hugs for you Sandy.....you sure have your hands full. But I know if anyone can handle it you can. You know how your Mom is and you don't let it get to you. Living with someone after being on your own (like your Mom) has got to be hard. And I know she probably feels like she is intruding. Give it some time.....it's only been a week. Things will settle down after the holiday rush is over. She'll adapt to your lifestyle and hopefully stop stressing over the small things.

hey all .. remember me telling you about the Chili-Cook-Off - on Saturday, Dec 5? here are some pics for the food drive and salvation army!! it was fun!!

oh - the first pix .. I'm on the far left ... and the 2nd one, I'm kneeling in the front ...

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Sandy,

You're a fabulous daughter and your mom knows that, believe me. She needs you but this is an adjustment. You know her well and since she'll have her own space I have a feeling she'll be ok after adjusting to all the changes. I wish I could give you a big hug for being so awesome to your mom.

Vonn,

I see your cute little apple cheeks and big smile!!! I'm glad you had so much fun at the chili cook off!!

Sandy, praying for you all. It's hard for both you and your mom going through this adjustment. Hope it works out for everyone.

Wiz, Congrats on the job opportunities heading your way.

Barb, do you have a humidifier? That sometimes helps cut down on those bleeds. I used to fill a basin with hot water, drape my head in a towel, and steam my sinuses. Can't do it anymore, but worked pretty well when I could. Feel better soon.

Vonn, Awesome pics! Thanks for sharing.

Everyone,

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Had a weird night's sleep. Even with premedication, ye olde Rebif gave me the chills. Took forever to fall asleep. Then woke up 'cuz I was too hot. Fun, fun, fun.

So trying to wake up so I can get some stuff done for tonight. Thank goodness for coffee!

Take care everyone!

Jenn -- I finally found my humidifier yesterday and have been running it in my bedroom.

I am packing and getting ready for my journey back to Eastern Ohio. The weather forecast is predicitng a 30% chance of snow showers. That means there is a 70% chance it won't snow, right?

I want to wish all of you a Happy Holiday! I won't be on the computer much (if at all) over the next ten days or so. Take care and I will see you all before New Year's Eve!

Hey all..not much time but I need a favor of prayer from you guys.

My friends husband died last night, he was 51. He had a heart attack
and went off the road...he was doa. To make matters worse, my
friends brain tumor is back and is due to start radiation the first of the
year. Could you all keep her and their seventeen year old daughter
in your prayers?

Thanks so much and love to all!

Sox - Prayers are being said.

So much to do, so little time. LOL Actually, I'm getting ready to head down for a nap.

Wiz - WOW!!! Decisions, decisions. Congratulations on the job offer(s).

Sandy - Glad you are working through the adjustments with your mom. Setting boundaries is so important and it sounds like that is what happened yesterday. That's awesome!

Barb - That 70% chance of no snow depends on who you ask. A mathematician would tell you yes but the average person would tell you no as the weatherman probably didn't take many stats classes in college. LOL They are actors. I hope the weather is perfect for you and that you start feeling better soon.