A Little Fable - Page 51

Thank you for your love & prayers & positive energy! You all are my heroes....jackie harris

No Jackie you are my hero today. I have been feeling somewhat sorry for myself and have been a basketcase since my husband told me he isn't happy anymore after 28 years. But for some reason I logged in today and read your posts. Your strength today, has given me my strength today and going forward. What you are fighting and how you are feeling, makes me realize my problems are relatively minor, and there are far more things in life to worry about then someone leaving you. My hope for us Jackie, is that we fight the good fight and both carry ourselves with dignity right to the end whenever that comes. Thank you for lifting me up today and please fight hard.

Eldee, you've got a right to a bit of sorrow. 28 years is a long time. Don't let it take over, though. Mourn for it and then move on and keep your eyes forward. Kudos for  your attitude and outlook. Just like Jackie, you'll get through. Thinking of you both (you and Jackie, not the cretin who changes his mind after 28 years!)

Eldee, Please don't minimize what you are going through. I can't imagine the depth of the hurt you are feeling right now. Anyone in your place would be devastated and it is very natural to grieve and feel extreme sadness. But, as Jenni said, don't let it take over. As silly as it may sound to some people, thank God we have our dogs to give us love, companionship and comfort during both the hard times and the good in life. Hang in there, Eldee. My heart goes out to you. I know you will make it through this, but it will be a process. Sending hugs and prayers.

Eldee, I surived the loss of my husband, father and mother all within a brief 10 month space. Recovery from those losses took a long time, and in some ways, the healing is still going on. But, I survived, and found the strength to keep on going on my own.

Is it easy? HELL, NO!

The hardest part was seeing friends and family I thought I could count on drop out of the picture just when I needed them most. That happens when couples divorce, too, so be prepared.

My faith was a big help during those times when everyone seemed to turn their backs. And of course, the dogs were, too, though they couldn't provide the conversation I missed so badly.

Hang in there! We're rooting for you!

Oh Eldee! I'm so sorry to hear this! I know how hard my divorce was, & when my Dad walked out, my Mom was devastated...that betrayal is so hard. It rocks what you always thought was unshakable. My body betrayed me, but what could I do but carry on? You will carry on as well. At first it may feel like a burden, & that's when your dogs will help you, by making you go through all the motions. And one day, you'll get up, look in the mirror, & smile at yourself again. Try to love yourself, I hope you can feel the BIG hug I'm sending you. Men are idiots. Even the good ones are, well, men. No one with half a brain could walk away from an awesome person like you. Sending you love & positive thoughts! You'll get through this, please PM me if you ever just want to vent, I still have good strong shoulders! jackie harris

Oh btw, another surgical procedure for me Monday or Tuesday. Where they took the tube out isn't closing, instead it's pouring out fluid, having to change the dressings 3 or4 times a day due to saturation... *sigh* ...kinda frustrating.... jackie harris

I am not a drinker, well to say the least, I was in my university days, but not after my son was born. However, due to my husband's change of heart, I have recently discovered how lovely German white wine tastes. I had to laugh in the wine store today when these three bottles of German white wine were lined up on the shelf.  Dien Hard   ...  Relax......Clean Slate.   So I bought all three.

Hope you're feeling better Jackie.

Eldee, I've often said its a good thing I'm an underpaid LPN, otherwise I'd be an alcoholic! I can't drink at all now, but the last time I was in a state store(good oil' Pa!) the wines all had such cute, creative names! Makes me want to be a vintner in my next life! Do you know there's a winery in Virginia that makes a wine to benefit EPI dogs? They also make a Black Dog Wine!

GSDtravels, I'm nauseous right now....frustrated with this drainage & dressings, my feet are developing neuropathy from the chemo & drive me nuts....but otherwise, just peachy!

jackie harris