Christmas Countdown - 2012

[AuntieMistletoeDear]

Good Morning, old Building and Loan pals of mine.

Is your weekend off to a great start?

You be sure and have a Sensational Saturday in the spirit of the Christmas Season, OK?

One of my brothers is in Costa Rica while we're experiencing the coldest weekend of the winter season. Hardly seems fair, but I know he's having a great time.

 

[AuntieMistletoeDear]

The coffee cup runnith empty.


The last carton of eggnog has hit the trash.

Christmas lights remain lit up at night in my merry neck of the woods!

 

[Meceka]

Update: I have cancer in both breasts. First, I go for an MRI, then genetic testing of the tumors to see if they are "related" (NOT good) or independent. After that, surgery and radiation implants and finally chemo. My doctor is VERY confident. He told me, "I don't want to brag, but I am VERY good at my job and my cure rate is 5% better than the national average. He also said he thinks I will die of old age and NOT cancer!!! No wonder I have felt so calm!!! I appreciate ALL your kind thoughts, and your prayers have been WONDERFUL!!! Trust me!!! I told my daughter, but I won't tell my sons yet. Don't stop praying or sending positive thoughts!!!

Oh, Seawaters, I am so sorry you have to go through this fight, but we are here for you!!! I am so glad you have such a good doctor - he sounds absolutely wonderful!!! I will keep praying for you and am sending all the strength, positive thoughts, Christmas Spirit and big hugs that I can ((((((((SEAWATERS))))))))

 

[Meceka]

Oh Seawaters....I was praying for so much better than this for you .....I guess I don't understand how prayer works..feel so much like I failed you...still praying though ......love you xoxo

CM3, you did not fail Seawaters at all. We don't always get the exact thing we pray for, but that doesn't mean our prayers weren't answered in some way. I know it is hard to have faith at times (trust me, I have had major doubts the past year!), but prayer does work. It provides peace and hope to those you are praying for and their loved ones, too, and it gives you something to believe in when there is nothing in your life that seems to be working. I am glad you are still praying!!! (((hugs)))

 

[nmc42088]

Update: I have cancer in both breasts. First, I go for an MRI, then genetic testing of the tumors to see if they are "related" (NOT good) or independent. After that, surgery and radiation implants and finally chemo. My doctor is VERY confident. He told me, "I don't want to brag, but I am VERY good at my job and my cure rate is 5% better than the national average. He also said he thinks I will die of old age and NOT cancer!!! No wonder I have felt so calm!!! I appreciate ALL your kind thoughts, and your prayers have been WONDERFUL!!! Trust me!!! I told my daughter, but I won't tell my sons yet. Don't stop praying or sending positive thoughts!!!

Seawaters, I will continue to say prayers everyday for you. You are such a strong woman. I have no doubt that your positive attitude will help you overcome this awful disease. I pray for the drs who are treating you. ((hugs to you and your entinre family))


Some days, I'm not sure how I do it either. I usually only have CVS on the weekends, but in the summer I work a lot extra

 

[Meceka]

Good morning, MMC!

It is very cold out - and it is still snowing. I do believe winter has finally come. The thermostat said it was down to 59 degrees this morning - not bad for only using the Edenpure at night. I sleep better with cooler temperatures and I am not so stuffed up when I wake up - all good! There should be major savings, too, which is why we are doing this in the first place.

Today I am working, Christmas crafting, reading, doing a few of the decluttering tasks I did not get to earlier this week and listening to the Greasy Skillet later on this evening.

Have a MERRY day and stay safe and warm!!!!!!!!!!

 

[Christmas-A-Holic]

So my 16 day weekend has started rough, I am going to go stir crazy over the next 2 weeks, you guys will get sick of me, I will be here quite a bit.

No way! We will enjoy your frequent visits!

William keeps pointing out houses with their Christmas lights still on. Its quite funny. He is getting as excited as I do. Well.

Don't you love it? My grandkids stay excited about everything Christmas all year long!

Pink gloves AND snow??? I will be there to help CAH!!!

Seems that Made had a plan for 2 people to show up and wash dishes! He did buy 2 pairs of gloves. You take the pink ones (supporting breast cancer) and I will take the purple ones! (I have a pair of purple ones at home I use all the time!)

Good Morning, old Building and Loan pals of mine.

Now that gave me a big smile! I LOVE when George runs down the street telling everyone and everything "Merry Christmas"! Even the wonderful old Building and Loans!

 

[Christmas-A-Holic]

Update: I have cancer in both breasts. First, I go for an MRI, then genetic testing of the tumors to see if they are "related" (NOT good) or independent. After that, surgery and radiation implants and finally chemo. My doctor is VERY confident. He told me, "I don't want to brag, but I am VERY good at my job and my cure rate is 5% better than the national average. He also said he thinks I will die of old age and NOT cancer!!! No wonder I have felt so calm!!! I appreciate ALL your kind thoughts, and your prayers have been WONDERFUL!!! Trust me!!! I told my daughter, but I won't tell my sons yet. Don't stop praying or sending positive thoughts!!!

I am so sorry for the news you got.

Extra big time prayers for you!!!!! Keep your positive attitude and that will help heal as well! (((((((((((hugs))))))))))))) to you!

WE ARE HERE FOR YOU!

Oh Seawaters....I was praying for so much better than this for you .....I guess I don't understand how prayer works..feel so much like I failed you...still praying though ......love you xoxo

You did not fail!!!! Prayer is powerful! Listen to Meceka, she said it best!

CM3, you did not fail Seawaters at all. We don't always get the exact thing we pray for, but that doesn't mean our prayers weren't answered in some way. I know it is hard to have faith at times (trust me, I have had major doubts the past year!), but prayer does work. It provides peace and hope to those you are praying for and their loved ones, too, and it gives you something to believe in when there is nothing in your life that seems to be working. I am glad you are still praying!!! (((hugs)))

Agree!

 

[Snow-in-Texas]

SIT may get mad at me if I send you home with borken arms.

Well it will be hard for her to hug me.:lol:

 

[Snow-in-Texas]

Update: I have cancer in both breasts. First, I go for an MRI, then genetic testing of the tumors to see if they are "related" (NOT good) or independent. After that, surgery and radiation implants and finally chemo. My doctor is VERY confident. He told me, "I don't want to brag, but I am VERY good at my job and my cure rate is 5% better than the national average. He also said he thinks I will die of old age and NOT cancer!!! No wonder I have felt so calm!!! I appreciate ALL your kind thoughts, and your prayers have been WONDERFUL!!! Trust me!!! I told my daughter, but I won't tell my sons yet. Don't stop praying or sending positive thoughts!!!

I am so sorry Seawaters! I will continue to pray for you.

 

[Snow-in-Texas]

Oh Seawaters....I was praying for so much better than this for you .....I guess I don't understand how prayer works..feel so much like I failed you...still praying though ......love you xoxo

There is no such thing as failing someone by praying. I hate it when people say "well the least we can do is pray for you". No the most you can do is pray for someone. When you are praying you are tapping into the power of God. Unfortunately we live in an imperfect world, and things don't always go as we want. God has a plan for all of us, and we don't always know what that is.

 

[Christmas-A-Holic]

I've been to Disney World and Disney Land. When I was at Disney World the second time, they didn't even have Sky Mountain or the Epcot centre built yet. My favourite memories include the Haunted Mansion, It's a Small World, the Tiki Room, the Mad Hatter's Tea Cup ride, the parade and the hotel we stayed at. My least favourite part was the time I wasted trying to cheer up that gloomy old Eeyore. At Disney Land, many of the rides and attractions were similar, but I was a few years older and noticed more couples and fewer families in attendance.

I have been to Disneyland twice and Disney World twice. The first time I went to Disney World Epcot was there. My son was a baby and I was able to take him on just about every ride! (no roller coaster, of course!). The 2nd time we went to Disney World we also visited Universal Studios which was a lot of fun!

The one thing I like about Disneyland better is the weather is great in the summer compared to Disney World in Florida during that time.

 

[gabulldawg]

Good morning everyone! Just getting back from the airport taking my inlaws back to catch thier plane. It's beautiful today. It was 26F when I left this morning,by the time I got back it was still 31F there is not a cloud in the sky and today the high temp will be 59f. Brandi is a little down today because her folks left,but her parents already confirmed they will be coming a week at Easter so she is really looking foward to that. Alot of brandi's co workers have came this week,she has also decided to go back to work sooner than she orignally planned. She was going to go back after Spring break but decided to go back in 5 weeks. Anyhow I need to call my dad soon before it gets too late,I talk to him everyday some days are better than others and my dads Physical therapist said he was doing really well and hopefully will be disharged in May (fingers crossed)!!! thanks for everyone who has prayed I really feel as though our prayers have been answered! I hope everyone has a great saturday,and for everyone who has a long weekend I hope y'all enjoy it...how many people are looking forward to football this weekend???I know I am! I can't wait till Superbowl,hard to believe it's that time of year again! soon Baseball will be here again too!

 

[made582]

Good Morning Everyone!!!!!! It's going to be another cold day here in central Indy with a high of 23 and some snow this afternoon. I really don't have anything planned for today. I'm going to stick my turkey in the oven here soon and then I have to figure out what to make with it. I hope everyone is having a GREAT DAY!!!!!!!!

 

[merrymistletoe]

i am so sorry for the news you got.

Extra big time prayers for you!!!!! Keep your positive attitude and that will help heal as well! (((((((((((hugs))))))))))))) to you!

We are here for you!


You did not fail!!!! Prayer is powerful! Listen to meceka, she said it best!

Agree!

see....this is why you guys & this site are soooo beautiful! Here we have one of our most cherished members going through a real fight & everyone is so truly concerned, loving, & kind. Every post above is so powerful & true! The love in my heart is so overflowing right now for all of you! Seawaters you best believe we are all in this fight with you girl!!!!!!!!!!

 

[gabulldawg]

Good afternoon,

I just got back from my visit to the foot dr. I am now in a walking boot aircast, I am to be out of work for the next 2 weeks, and I can't go back until after my follow up appt. It looks like I tore part of my fascia ligament away from my heel, if the aircast doesn't work, They will put me in a hard cast. I am so frustrated. :-?

Whoa dude...that sounds bad!!! I will certainly keep you in my prayers and hopefully you will recover fast!

 

[nmc42088]

tonight my beloved patriots are playing. Im very worried about the game. Unfortunately I have to work tonight, so I think I'm gonna miss most of the game.

 

[made582]

Update: I have cancer in both breasts. First, I go for an MRI, then genetic testing of the tumors to see if they are "related" (NOT good) or independent. After that, surgery and radiation implants and finally chemo. My doctor is VERY confident. He told me, "I don't want to brag, but I am VERY good at my job and my cure rate is 5% better than the national average. He also said he thinks I will die of old age and NOT cancer!!! No wonder I have felt so calm!!! I appreciate ALL your kind thoughts, and your prayers have been WONDERFUL!!! Trust me!!! I told my daughter, but I won't tell my sons yet. Don't stop praying or sending positive thoughts!!!

I'm so sorry SW. I'm glad to hear your doctor is so confident and I'll be praying for you.

 

[made582]

Don't forget everyone that Tomorrow is the last day to turn in your entries for the Video, Photo, and Essay Contests!!!!!!!

 

[merrymistletoe]

Good morning ya'll. Caught up a little on the posts but can never get through it all!
Dawg, i will continue to pray for your dad, i just know he's gonna continue to improve. Sorry brandi is so sad today it's gotta be hard seeing her folks leave & just after the baby being born. She's probably feeling a bit vulnerable w/out her mom there. I know i sure did. How's the baby? Praying for your family!!
Well today hubby is changing the oil in my car, fixing his brake pads, & that's just this morning. This afternoon we are headed out w/ my unlce & aunt to my cousin's. She's having an electrical issue in her home & hubby's gonna try to fix it while i get to visit w/ them. She's gotta daughter who i just love to pieces & i'll hang w/ her!
Daughter has a major project due in chemistry on tues. & she's working on that but i hope she gets to go w/ us this afternoon. Both the boys have work today.
Oh, guess what? Ok, my nephew (turning 11), my daddy (turning80), my b-i-l (turning 69), & my son (turning 22) all have birthdays this month. We wanted to do something special for my daddy's so we decided to have a birthday party for all 4 of them tomorrow! My sis & bil, my niece & her family all live @ the beach but are coming up in the a.m while my rents are @ church. When they get home there we will all be...surprise, surprise, surprise! My dad will be so tickled. The rest of the birthday boys know about it, but not my daddy.cool huuh? Yaay a party!! Woo hoo!