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Thanks LindaKay..when I was at Ann's my DIL got a text from her friend, her 12 year old niece just got a call for her heart transplant..out of someone!s sorrow comes joy..hoping she makes it..

Decided no hot bath, might wake me up.. Just laying in bed putting thoughts together!

((((Betty)))) I am so sorry to hear this news. My sincerest condolences to Darlene. I feel like I know them as you have spoke so warmly of them both. I am so glad you were there to be with Darlene and yes as you well know she will really need you once all the ceremonies and such are over. This must be so hard for both you and Ann - my heart goes out to you both.
Please Betty do not forget to call and get a doc's appointment for your headaches. You will be of no use to Darlene if you are suffering from blinding headaches. Take care of yourself PLEASE so you can take care of Darlene.
Dianne

Exciting news about the transplant Betty. Sending positive thoughts and prayers that the surgery will go well. The Transplant teams are awesome - they deserve every accolade they get.

Just checking in ...
Oh Betty ... hugs to you and prayers for Mike and Darlene. I have some friends like that. Can't imagine the pain you're going through but know we'll all be here for you.

Dianne and Warren, you've both been on my mind as well.

It's late, so off to bed I go. Will try to check in earlier tomorrow.

Oh Betty, Betty, so very sorry to hear all that has been happening.

I am just at a loss for words right now, just know I'm keeping you all close to my thoughts and prayers.
Wrapping my arms around You and Darlene.

Just checking in Betty to see how things are today. Sending prayers of comfort for Darlene and for you too Betty. This has to be a very difficult time for you as painful old memories are being experienced.

Belated Happy Birthday to Greg.

A dark roast Columbian coffee is all set to pour. Help yourself.
BBL
Dianne

Morning, coffee sounds like its just what I need!

No sleep all night knowing what Darlenenis going through..

Waiting for her call

Mixed feelings about not going into work when Suzanne and Paul are both away..know Darlene is surrounded by her family and as I said will need me when all have returned home.

Quiet outside, cold but clear..

Am thinking that I shall go in today, will bring a blanket with me, snuggle into my chair and rest

Head is just a pounding, won't take meds until I'm at the office

Worse that can happen is I'll return home


Thanks you fopr your prayers..Darlene will certainly need them!

My heartfelt condolence to you Betty and Darlene for the loss of a dear friend/Husband. Prayers and hugs coming your way.

And please take it to heart and call your Doctor today, you still the one test that they didn`t have the paperwork for, plus you need to tell that Doc about the spider bite AND you need to get those headaches and faintings addressed!!! You won`t be any use to Darlene if you kiel over!!

Please drive careful going to work please?

oh betty, thoughts and prayers to mike and darlene
sending you big hugs.

Thinking of you all this morning and keeping you close in my heart. I know you won't want to hear this now Betty, but you must take care of you too. You'll be of no use to Darlene with these headaches. I guess you'll just have to insist with your doctors that you need answers. Sending my prayers for Darlene and her family. And for all of you "girls".....

Have kept it together but losing it..

Darlene just called, before making a decision to take him off life support she wants to talk to the docor who will be in shortly..said that the nurse told her that his body on it's own is starting to shut down so perhaps the end will come without her having to make the decision which is a terrible one to make.

She was calm, I broke down...wiping tears...will get myself together

Doctor's office does not open until 10:00 at which time I shall call

Betty it is ok to lose it and to cry...each tear not cried is a stone on your heart...you are grieving not only for Mike and Darlene but also for your Dear Roger. You know exactly what Darlene is facing and going through and it has brought back memories of your Loss and it being nearly on the exact day when you lost Roger it is normal what you are going through.
Let it out Girl...crying is not a sign of weakness, but it will you help to heal. Nobody expects you to be strong all the time.
Wish I could be there with you and just hold you in my arms. We are all here for you and we are grieving with you.
Big hugs and lots of love coming your way.

Thank you Thea,

Made an appt for Friday 11am..only way I'd have to change it is. If funeral is then

HI,

Betty, yes, yes, totally agree with Thea, have a good cry, sometimes its the best relief.

Sounds like your friend in Ireland got to hospital in time, sure hope she is on the mend, will keep her in prayer as well.
And for the little girls transplant. I pray it is successful.

I am so glad you got an appointment.

Glad to know Darlene and Mikes family is with her. I know how tough this day is for you. We are here praying with you Betty.

Thanks for the coffee Dianne, think we all need it today.

Will keep checking in throughout the day...Jake back in school!

Sending prayers and hugs all around. When it rains it pours they say. LOVE & HUGS BEV

oh Betty - words cannot express how I feel for you....... poor Ann....... well, maybe the decision will be taken from her but it's still very very difficult. ((((((((Ann)))))))) ((((((((Betty))))))))) All this on top of your remembrance of Roger, and Greg's birthday, and then your friend in Ireland (who seems to have gotten to the hospital in time, thank GOD).

Whenever I can, and something like this has torn at my heart, I throw myself into work for sometimes months at a time like when my Dad died, or when my son went missing.......... I find "dumbing down" and doing something to the exclusion of all else makes me very productive. I remember when my Dad died and I was working at Seven-11 that I worked every shift possible for 3 weeks solid and only realized what I'd done when I saw my paycheque - I didn't believe it until they told me I'd really worked all those hours.

Checking in and leaving hugs and prayers for you Betty .. also for Darlene and for what she's going through.
Praying, praying .

Cheryl, Darlene's sister just called, Sid it's a waiting game right now, Darlene is exhausted..Darlene had Cheryl call me re local funeral homes..time to make plans for cremation etc.

Spoke with Ann, she is off to Timmies for coffee/muffins, am sure no one is eating and Ann feels she has to do something!

Betty, are you at home or at the office?

I hope you are at home, more for your safety. Your mind is anywhere but the office or concentrating on driving.

I remember, waiting to hear for my friend Carole, paced the grounds at work then had to get a ride home.
luckily everyone knew because she was my supervisor, so they understood.

I am so sad for you all, I'm not concentrating on too much either.

Love you Betty.

Betty, please....you need to take care of you too. Stay home today, Paul will understand. You will not do anyone any good going into the office. Stay home, and you will be closer to Darlene if she needs an "away" place for a bit. You two with a cozy fire.....and tea.

Lots of hugs, and many prayers for the entire family & friends

Judy, at work..with being closed for 1 1/2 weeks and all away I thought it best to come, make sure all is in order..will transfer phones tonight, may work from home tomorrow and thursday, come in for 1 1/2 hrs Friday and transfer phones to another office while I go to Dr's appt.

Settling down a bit, stopped crying but know I could do so at a drop of a hat..eyes are heavy, might put my head back and have a nap...as long as I don't sleep past 4:30 pm, office closing time

As for Liz, she is out of intensive care..frightened her..first Christmas after roger's death she flew over and we went to Florida..did Disney...she's been back here about 5 times since..says its my turn to visit her..called her house, no answer so not sure she still isn't in hospital..alway calls christmas and New Years day..

Jeff called this morning, he's been in bed since New Years..flu..he just doesn't look after himself.

Will call Melanie tonight to see how the heart operation went for her friends 12 year old daughter...

((((((((((((((((Betty))))))))))))))))))) don't know what to say............

""Jeff called this morning, he's been in bed since New Years..flu..he just doesn't look after himself""

Hmmm wonder where he gets that from, Apple sure doesn't fall far from that tree Miss Bessie Lou! But I love you!

Debbie, been in the office since 8:30am, Ive got half a day in so will finish the day..
few clients dropped in, bitter cold outside they say..I've the micro heater on, feel cold.

Just crazy that you can be healthy as can be and just die like that..makes no sense..

Just before I press 'send' telephone rang

They will take life support off Darlene said between 2:00-2:30..dr. Said he will not live long after that..asked for prayers during that time

Tks, you are all dear friends

How did I know you would say that Miss Debbie

Prayers for the entire family, Betty............. so sad

Tks Suzanne

I'll call you tonight, Betty, when you're home - to make sure you're safe & sound..

We will be holding you so very close to our hearts all afternoon Betty. I sure hope you can feel the love and caring coming to you all. This can't be easy on Ann either - please let her know that all of you are in my prayers and that "I am there"....May God bring you some comfort in knowing that Mike will be with the Lord.

Betty, that is how my Mom passed. She had a massive brain anyurism, and was gone with in 12 hours. No warning at all, she just had a bad headache, then fell on the bed as she was getting ready for bed.
Sending lots of prayers for comfort and strength to all.

must have been terrible for you LindaKay, difficult for those left behind without any signs of what is to come..sending hugs

Barb, will tell Ann, know she speaks of your kindness often

same "quickness" for Bob's mom - he got a call from ON, hopped a plane within 2 hours, and was there 2 1/2 hours later, but she'd passed away by the time he was 1/2 way there on the plane. That was in 2002. I'm glad she was there for our wedding in 1998......
I can't remember why she died, but it was quick. We had no warning.

Checking in to let you know I survived New Year{s and am about over the flu. Total weight loss of thirty pounds so far. Neighbor Dana has taken this as a challenge and has also lost some weight.

Kitchen-living room-garden work is proceeding slowly. Tony was off four days for Christmas and yesterday for New Years. I watched lots of videas. One of them was [Up In the Air.[ When George Clooney was alone again at the end I was feeling a little lonely myself. ALL FIVE dogs got in bed and cuddled around me. Very unusual and very funny. I am not alone.

Our weather has warmed up a bit and some signs of spring are starting ' new growth on some of the citrus and my rosemary plant.

Bettty, so sorry to hear about your friend Mike. Prayers for him and all the rest of you.

It is blessedly calm here. Finances are bad for many Mexicans as the peso is down. Means our AMerican dollars go a little farther but prices are shooting up.

Internet problem. more later.

hugs all around, katie

Just checking back in with more prayers ...

Debbie, I thought the same thing and made a note in my head to comment to same and then saw your post.

Betty, do take care. You'll be no good to anyone later. Holding you close in my prayers ...

~ing to everyone else.

P.S.
We're freezing in the south!! LOL Hope y'all from up north are happy!! ☺

Sending prayers for a peaceful passing of Mike...
Sitting right beside you Betty and holding you tight...

Love and many Hugs

Checking in... ((HUGS)) Betty... This is a lot to bear, I love everyone's comments... Barb, Thea... "What they said" and Deb... and Susan - what a wonderful way to cope....I suppose that's about all you can do... is go into robot mode....can't remember what after Mom Passed... I suppose just cope...

MARY!! There you are............. looking for your address - please D-mail it!

Sending prayers of comfort Betty. Poor Darlene, what a shock for her! Drive safely Betty on your way home. It is bitter cold here but very bright.

~~~~~ to all. Will BBL
Dianne

Long hour..no call!