Messages By: lyninsocal

Hi and welcome. You are among friends here. Of course we get our share of screwballs, but by and large we are here to share what wisdom and encouragement we can. Keep in mind YOU ARE NOT ALONE.  Whatevere you are going through, it is most likely someone here has been through and may be able to offer you some insight. None of us are perfect. What has worked for one in the past may or may not work for you. Maybe you'll get a fresh perspective. Maybe not. But we are here to help. Good luck and God Bless.

You'll no doubt hear from alot of other folks on this board.  Sorry that you have had such a rough go of it.  How fortunate for your step-son that you are willing to step up to the plate and be a father to him. 

  

Just wanted to share with you that many years ago when I was first diagnosed with arthritis, the doctor had me on prednisone.  It turned a normally rational human being into a raging maniac! 

I had to stop taking it as I was on the verge of running my husband and children off. 

  

I don't know if this medication contributes to the problems your wife is having.  I only know what it did to me. 

  

Posting can be rather slow on the weekends, so don't be discouraged if you get few replies.  Things tend to pick up later on in the week. 

  

Lyn 

I'm so sorry you're having a bad time of it.  Just remember how good you felt before and believe that you will get there again.   

  

Things aren't so great here.  I've been really sick and am running out of my meds.  No money for refills until Wednesday.  Grim. 

  

Praying for angels. 

  

tw 

  

Lyn 

How I would love a visit.  You and your chicken soup. 

  

What good friends I have here.  You guys are the best.  I hope you know it. 

  

The 'tw' is shorthand for my 3 year-old grandson's saying.  When we tell him that we'll 'talk to him later', his response is 'taco waiter'!  Hence, the tw.  It just makes me feel good thinking about that sweet little boy.  I haven't seen him or his brother in over a month.  I really miss them, alot. 

  

Damn, crying again. 

  

tw 

  

lyn 

I'll take the magic wand, and all the hugs I can get.   

  

peace 

  

Lyn 

  

  

Mine too!

Still feeling pretty lousy.  Taking the last of my meds in the hope of some sleep.  I saw the sun but the brightness was hard on my eyes.  Not much pleasure there. 

  

Oh well, I need to stop feeling sorry for myself.  Ugh, I hate it when I do that. 

  

Signing off for tonight.  Hoping for a better tomorrow for all of us. 

  

Peace be with you. 

  

Lyn 

  

  

The sun is out, the sky is blue and (for right now) I don't have a headache.  YAY!!!! 

  

I have meds coming from a friend and money coming tomorrow for refills.  Could it be any better??? 

  

Yes, if my daughter called or e-mailed and wished me a happy Valentine's Day.  But, then, that would take a miracle.  Since I've already received one today (see above) I can't ask for more. 

  

Wanted to let you know that I, too, ran up some credit card debt that my h didn't know about.  This happened a few years ago and really caused some problems for us.  Thankfully, we were able to pay it off and I've changed my ways.  I still have a lot of guilt about it, but h says he blames himself for not paying closer attention to what kind of expenses we were dealing with.  I admit I wasn't always as up-front with him as I could have been.  There were some trust issues though he was never abusive.  As an adult child of an alcoholic parent, I think it kind of goes with the territory.  Or maybe that's just an excuse. 

  

Anyway, I just wanted to give you guys an update and thank you for all your support.  I'm hopeful today.  (See my e-mote?)   

  

peace 

  

Lyn 

Can you find me a box of chocolates?  Not supposed to have the sugar but, shoot, it's Valentine's Day! 

  

  

Who could ask for more???  I just realized, cyber chocolate has no sugar!  I can indulge! 

  

Gotta go get ready for work.  Have a lovely day, my friends.  You are gifts from a loving God. 

  

peace be with you. 

  

Lyn