Best/Worse/What did I learn today? Chat with friends,new/old

Happy Birthday Miss Marion!!! I hope the kids....and furbabies....are all good to you!

Went and got my hair all chopped off. Am loosing my mind here....I need a focal point.

Oh look, a bird......

Been watching videos of all the bikers heading to DC, Sure wish I was in a place could watch them go by and hear the roar. Just gives me shivers.

Oh Debbie I so can relate....was it a bird or a chicken? LOL
Thanks.

I think it was a chicken.....

Guess who came to have lunch today. Told me he had spent a few hours with Noah this morning and Noah seemed in a better humour but angry with mo and dad.

Kyle always says it like it is, told me that his mom and dad found out that the lady who he was baby sitting for all this time has been giving him drugs in lieu of payment. Melanie has contacted a friend who works with children's aid who is a friend of hers and they will investigate..doesn't mean Noah should have taken it but but but

Here we have been all supporting Noah's initiative to make $$$ on weekend sitting and then to find this out..waiting to get confirmation from Greg/Mel before I take this as truth.

Klye said efforts are being made to find somewhere for Noah to go for help but many of their efforts aren't turning out..

They know he can always stay with me BUT I'm not the answer, he needs more help than me.

God bless Kyle. He so cares about his brother and it shows...
Sending prayers for your family Linda Kay.
No time today - company just left and more on the way.
Hugs and waves ((())) ~~~~

Oh boy Betty, She can be in soooo much trouble on sooo many levels. Hmmm I'm even thinking she could be held liable for the cost of his treatments.

Was heading to the hospital if ok
Greg just called, said Melanie had to leave and no I couldn't, seems he is in a rage and they are sedating him

Big sigh

Big hugs for your big sighs .. hang tough Betty

~M~

Betty, as hard as it is, be thankful they saw him do the tantrums....and not sent him home.
They will know now how much he needs help.....and work harder to get it for him.

BIG hugs

Holding you close Betty. Norm and I send all our love and prayers....

(((Betty))) Certainly agree that it was a good thing the medical staff got to see Noah in a rage - helps them assess the situation tremendously. ((Kyle)) what a good big brother he is!

Marion and Debbie I think it was a squirrel not a chicken. I have been suffering from the same thing all day. Not 1 blessed thing completed - few things started though.

Big bike ride here in Ontario tomorrow. Every Friday the 13 motorcycles converge on Port Dover Ont. Started years ago and has just grown like topsy. Many years ago we used to go and just loved it. Pt Dover is a sleeply little town that swells to many thousands on Fri the 13. Betty have Greg and Mel ever gone?

Evening,

Had talked with Darlene earlier this afternoon, thinking I was going to Midland to visit Noah I said I would go visit Mae..

Kept my promise and had a lovely visit with her, she is extremely frail but lke always in a great. Frame of my mind, always joking.

Just got in, checked the phone to see if Greg or Mel called but they didn't

Running the bath then early night, tired..did try to keep busy today working om the rag quilt, made the day go faster,waving to all, need to. Rest my head!

The mechanic is back. Van was fixed, I thought, but whne I went to town the electricity won't turn off. He's back and waiting for his helper. I have a monster headache.

Took one branch of a dragonfruit plant with two flowers to Saul's wife. They exclaimed over the size of the larger flower which was still not completely open. Some friends of theirs arrived and also admired it. Saul's wife occasionally gets annoyed at the friendship that I have with Saul so I explained that the flowers were for "rent" because she lets me borrow him from time to time.

Hot as blue blazes here.

Two hurricanes and a tropical storm in the Atlantic. One tropical storm in the Pacific. I gave Tony the url for the national hurricane center so Antonio can check it while I'm gone.

Tony's truck is having problems. Fuel pump.

What a week. If I am not able to get away I can wait until next month to go talk to the retirement board but I am really primed for it now.

Max has been much better. I still have to be careful when he is asleep as he gets very defensive and aggressive if awakened suddenly but he delight when he's awake. He's really happy here and it shows. I wasn't sure he would adapt after being with a family for several years but he's fine being part of my pack. He plays a lot with both Scout and Jenny, my two big dogs. Scout has never been very playful and it's fun to watch them together.

The men are working on the van. I must go check.

hugs, katie

many hugs Betty. we have all been through similar in on way or another. well wishes for Noah, and all those that love him. a rough and tough road ahead. but he has lots of folks pulling for him.

Hang in there Betty - some great advice above... but I know you know that... but good to hear I'm sure....
Dianne... thanks for the encouragement.... I needed that a lot ! Glad I didn't go for the walk with the 4 snakes as I would have had a heart attack..... LOL

Happy Birthday Marion! Hope it was a great day!

Witchy bosses acting up this week. I'm thankful for that. Gives me fuel to get this business going and get out of there as soon as possible...

Much love to all
HUGS
Mary

PS: Katie - what do the dragon fruit plants like? I have one and not sure if I should keep in shade, sun etc.

Dianne ..Thunder Bay is having a 600 strong BICYCLE jaunt out my way this weekend. Nothing like the Port Dover motorcycle get together though.
The bicyclists will pass by our home, and, our dogs will see them from afar and go ballistic ! So, since DH will be home by then, he can take them walking in the opposite direction. The bikers do a SIXTY mile route !! The thought makes my hiney ache !!

Katie, good luck with the vehicles, I sure hope you are able to make the trip for the Sept 19 date, get it over with for you.

Betty .. like everyone says, good thing the staff saw Noah in the 'rage', it will help them re the type of treatment to use with him.
Hope you're feeling a bit better today, nice of you to visit Darlene's Mom.

Not sure what the day holds here, more cleaning, or, maybe some grocery shopping .. physiotherapist comes at 4pm .. have to tell her my back is acting up, I think it's likely one of the exercises I am doing that's aggravating it :-(

Take care everyone, and have a splendiferous day !!

Toodles

~M~

M - you are not joining the ride? Just kidding but with all your diligence with your exercises next year I bet you could. I have neglected to tell you how impressed I am with your attention to your exercises.Having had knee replacements I know how painful the exercises can be but how worthwhile it is in the end.

Dreary and rainy here today, Supposed to go with a friend to Westport for lunch and a visit to all its artsy shops today. Not sure we will go in the rain though.

Betty I know you woke up with a heavy heart but hope your day will brighten. Remember Noah is in the best place he could possibly be right now. I hate to say this but do you Greg, Mel or Paul know anyone that is in a position who could put in a word about how needy Noah is at one of the placements? Having worked in the field I hate to admit it but sometimes a word from someone connected is all that is needed to jump up the wait list.

Need to get my rear in gear. Diesel and I need another walk as our first walk was in the rain so I hurried him along. He is letting me know he needs to go run and play some more.

Enjoy your day ladies. Make sure you all do something nice for yourself today.
Dianne

Morning

talked to Greg for a bit, rough night Noah had..only yesterday did Noah give permission for blood tests, guess they want to check if he is on anything else seeing as to them he's going through severe withdrawals..

Likely will not let him home today, waiting for our doctor to sign for lack of better word commitment papers to get hm help re severe depression and wanting to commit suicide..is a rough go and yes my heart is getting heavier and heavier..

thanks for your convern andprayers..sure do need them!

Betty, my arms are stretching the entire distance between us to give you a hug. I know this is a very tough time and so wish I could do more for you and your family. Noah is where he needs to be with professional help.

Sending noontime hugs Betty. This is a really rough thing to go through but and all your family are strong and will see this through together. I pray it will be love that wins this battle....

Sending my hugs and prayers too Betty. Funny how they have to get permission for blood samples from someone like that.

Popping in for a wee boo, see how everyone is doing ..

Betty .. how difficult this is for you and your family .. have you or Greg/Melanie approached (called) your MPP ?? It's looking as though there 'could' be a Provincial election coming up, and they are RARING to show their constituents how 'effective' they are so they can garner votes. I know I have gone that route a couple of times, it sure got Lorna home quickly from Winnipeg when she had her amputation.
Nothing ventured, nothing gained.
Like everyone else in the thread, I am thinking of you all and sending loving thoughts and prayers.

Well .. we are cleaning, I chose the bathrooms as i thought it'd be less taxing on me .. LORDY .. up and down and swishing and sweeping, after I finished the master bathroom I was a hurtin unit .. the ensuite is tiny, thing in there is finding a place for everything !!
Lorna spent over an hour dusting and vacuuming the living room, the kitchen is relatively ok, but, will get a going over tomorrow or Saturday . all this because of company .. gads ...

Fall day here, only in the high 50s .. dogs love it .. BUT .. I have heard that we MIGHT have a risk for F R O S T tonight !! Now we're trying to decide if because we're on the HIGH ground, should we worry , OR, do we cover the tomatoes and outdoors plants? DH sure chose an inopportune time to go away !!

Hope you get out for lunch Dianne, and, thanks for the compliment re the exercises .. I do tend to take these folks seriously, and then, I have buds like you who reaped the benefits from following the direction to the letter.

Time to get movin

TOODLES


~M~

Evening,

Heading off to bed, bit emotional, will do me good to get some rest!

Just got in from visiting with Noah

He is now in a regular room on geriatric floor with police at the door..still concerned over his being suicidal. Better spirits

Got one story from Greg and one from Noah re what next step will be

Greg seems to think they will keep him in Midland until he can be sent to NewMRket about 90 miles from here, Noah seems to think he will go home and do assessment and get help via Skype?? As there are no beds..so not sure what is in the works but good news I s he is not home and is getting help!

I've been reading and want to respond but just not up to it tonight..maybe after a good nite sleep I can chat with you all

Hugs for those in need..keep chatting, feels good having friends around!

Sweet dreams Betty.

Berry so sorry you have to go through this. I am also questioning the rages and withdrawal. Not a normal reaction of marijuana withdrawal.

What is happening to the woman that gave drugs to a minor?

We had more rain today but that should be the last of it for a while.

Boulder, Colorado got hit big time today. Very sad because they have beautiful parks, bike trails and roadway gardens. The city has a very large gardening club and they take so much pride in their city.

And it so sad to see the Boardwalk burn. I have never been there.

You all take care and remember you all have angels looking after you everyday. Hugs, Sharon

Just waking up, first thoughts is 'drats'

Sharon, they will investigate this woman..

As for withdrawal, our description of his behavior, they say his depression,anger of being kept under watch could be the reason for such fits..all blood tests came back ok..
Today is another day

Haven't listened to the news, will go and search for info on Boulder Colorado

"M" did you get frost?

Glad to hear there was nothing else in his system. But I agree. Not the nirmal reaction to marijuana. Hopefully they can treat him for his anxiety and depression soon.

Good morning everyone .. woke up to a changed world that's for sure!
Froat was only in low lying areas altho, the grass to the east of the house sure looks a bit 'silvery' .. afaraid to go and look at the roof of the house, but, I think we missed any HEAVY frost.

Have been to both the Boardwalk in NY and to Colorado .. just incredible .. most especially the flooding!! In Canada we have seen it in several larger cities, devastating.

Another day for Noah, and the family, to get through .. I hope and pray that the situation starts to change for the better.
I would hope that the woman giving him the drugs is most surely going to be charged and her children removed from the home.

Lorna has a bloodwork appt this morning, and, I will attempt to get the grocery shopping done for the arrival of the visitors on Sunday.
Physio yesterday was good, she took away 2 exercises, added one, but, it's a dandy ..

Hugs all around

Toodles

~M~

What boardwalk burned?

http://www.cnn.com/2013/09/13/us/new-jersey-boardwalk-fire/index.html?hpt=hp_t2

It was in New Jersey, hope the link works ..

~M~

I am watching it on tv, it is the same one that was destroyed from the storm Sandy, now this fire! So sad!

Really sad about the Boardwalk.

Frost? I would appreciate a little lower temps here but not ready for frost....not just yet.
Finally after waiting and watching this huge pile of bricks in my front yard for the past 3 years, I can now say they are where they were intended to be!!!! Now to get the area cleaned and mulched this weekend......wait! Time out to watch a little football. Yeap I am one of those. :-)

Betty, please know we are all here supporting you and your family. Like the others, I, too, hope they do something with the woman who was responsible for supplying Noah.

Well need to rotate the laundry so will chat later....

Dianne, are you out walking Diesel? Waving.

You know, it's funny how they have to get permission to take blood from a 14yo who is suicidal and having severe withdrawals from something other than pot, pot is not addictive enough to cause withdrawals. I am so very glad he's in the hospital and Greg did what he did.

Betty I'm praying for him!!

I just wanted to check in, Boulder Colorado is a mess and I'll have to watch the news on the boardwalk. Sheesh. I'm headed off to work so take care everyone!

Thanks for the prayers, they are needed

can't believe how this knocked me down, keeping busy, totally heartbroken! I see Greg and Mel and Kyle and see how their home is divided with one not there and I think what could be, can still be and there goes the water faucet.

Was 46F this morning had to put the furnace on

very quiet on the phones so have been at the quilting machine..the more I get agitated the quicker I sew, keep this up and the quilt will be off the frame late afternoon.

will be for my perm at 3pm then head out to the hospital after I check to see if it's ok to go, pick up Chinese and likely call it a day.

On a better note look at the fight in Alex and Addy, each day is a struggle but each day they survive

Oh skin to skin contact is soooo important to these fragile little ones. Fight on babies.
Heartbreak can wear you down as much as physical pain. Get your rest Betty. Hugs.

((((Betty)))) So wishing I was there to share a Timmies with you and give you a shoulder to cry on. I know what you are going through and it's tough especially as there is not one thing you can physically do to help. Just keep praying and "being there" for all of them. Love you much...

OMG!! Just look at those 2 little fighters, how absolutely amazing .. so wonderful for the parents to be able to cuddle them, let the babies hear their hearts ..
Brings a tear to the eye for sure, and a prayer sent on angels wings as well.
Melissa does look 'all in', poor girl !!

Joyce, a Timmies with Betty would suit me as well, just time to vent and cry and feel better because you KNOW there are folks who care so much.
Noah has been close in my thoughts Betty, as has the rest of the family.

Did too much today, shopping .. I swear the grocery stores get bigger every time I go into them !!

DH should be home soon, best get dinner on the go ..

Hugs all around

Toodles

~M~

Sending prayers for both you Betty and for Ann. What opposite sides of the spectrum you are on right now. So much sadness regarding Noah and so many smiles and hope for the babies. My prayers continue.....

Dropping in with a quick 'hi' taking meds and to bed I go

Got my perm, went and found dirt bike magazines for Noah, not sure he could have them but I would try..

As I walked down the hallway I could see an empty chair where the guard sat, looked in the room empty, at the door was what should have been Noah's supper..off chill seeing it empty.

Went to the nurse station, asked if she could tell me if Noah had been released, she looked at me strangely, asked me to wait, she said she would check, off to speak to the other nurse, both looked at me, spoke quietly, shaking their heads..my heart started to pound.

Young nurse asked who I was, told her Noah's grandmother, she looked at me and said perhaps I should go to emergency and the would talk with me

Omg I had to hold on the the counter, felt I was going to pass out, had Noah tried to take his life, nurse grabbed me so I would fall..by now I'm in tears, struggling to breath..she sat me down for a few seconds, I just has to ask, did he do something to himself?? She said she couldn't give me info but would walk with me to emerge.

Just thinking about it I can't stop crying..

Told emerge who I was, she asked me to sit in a room, came back and said id not be able to see him, she could see how worked up I was..told me Noah left the hospital in hospital clothing not sure where the guard was, had an all and out search for him, found him at the back of his school.

Guess having him in emerge in that drab room is their answer to helping today.

I walked out, remembering how I felt the night I lost Roger, not much different.

As I walked to the parking lot a woman was walking towards me, I kept walking, she started to talk, called my name

Omg it was Melanie, I didn't even recognize her from her crying and her despair..

She was going in to see him but would only be allowed to stay a few minutes..

Long story made short, haven't eaten yet today, going to make a coffee, toast and off to try to sleep..doubt anyone would recognize me, didn't know I could cry as much as I am

Night/night