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Patti, another GR Love hug from me for your bro, and you. Thinking of you.While I'm posting, thanks for previous hugs - my parents now have a 24 hour live in carer, starting today. I am incredibly relieved!
Happy Easter all.
cheers
MTM
Thanks, my lovely friends.I've nothing new to report. I'm hoping I'll get an update soon.
Scary. He's three years younger than I am!
He's been well looked after in hospital Patti, hope tomorrow brings good news on his recovery front.
Philip (sarah) wrote: "Sorry to hear about your brother Patti, thinking of you and yours and adding another ((((HUG)))). Take care and try not to worry too much, he is in the best place.Phil's mam had a massive heart at..."
How is Phill's Mum settling in Sarah ? Will you be going down for her birthday? 93 is a grand age, please pass on a happy birthday from me.
I will Anita. Sadly we won't be joining her on Wednesday as the journey from here is a nightmare, no direct trains or buses so numerous changes are required and Phil's knee although improving is neither up to the driving or the walking involved. We keep in touch by phone and Skype but her deafness is a barrier. Mam herself is doing very well though running SIL ragged, we bought her some wireless headphones for her birthday as she has the whole house up during the night with the TV blaring. We have plans to meet up in the Lake District later in the year, all being well.
Aw Patti, only just been on this thread! Sorry to hear about your brother Patti! Adding my hugs to all the rest my lovely xxx
Just heard this Patti and sending hugs and wishes for your brother to make a full recovery.
Sorry too hear this Patti. All my best for a speedy and complete recovery
Philip (sarah) wrote: "I will Anita. Sadly we won't be joining her on Wednesday as the journey from here is a nightmare, no direct trains or buses so numerous changes are required and Phil's knee although improving is ne..."I bought my mum some wireless headphones as she was going a bit deaf and she used to love watching gangster films, with the sound up high, really late at night. I don't know how her neighbours put up with it. She loved her headphones and used to get through loads of batteries for them. Everyone was happy in the end.
Thanks Vanessa, that's reassuring as we were a bit concerned she would find them awkward with her deafness. These are re-chargable so hopefully batteries won't be a problem and they sit on a stand so she can keep them at the side of her bed. Oops she's speaking to Phil on the phone at the moment and telling us she's only 92, he,he we are more confused than she is.
Can I have a cuddle please, had to let a bloke down after 3 dates, I've never been in this position, not quite sure why I feel so bad
Cuddle coming up for Desley. If there's no spark and hes not just a friend it's best for both of you. I went out with a couple of really nice men, (when my now husband and I stopped going out before we were married). They were both lovely but just not right for me. You're very kind so it is hard to disappoint someone but if you know you don't feel affection for him it's best to be honest. Xx
Thanks Lynne, there wasn't a spark when we kissed and I wasn't sure we had enough in common. If he hadn't been so keen I might have tried a fourth date but didn't think it was fair.
Desley (Cat fosterer) wrote: "Thanks Lynne, there wasn't a spark when we kissed and I wasn't sure we had enough in common. If he hadn't been so keen I might have tried a fourth date but didn't think it was fair."There are lots of nice people, but you will only be attracted to a small subset of them. Some of it is actually hormonal - and you can't possibly know that in advance; which is why you meet, and go on dates, and spend some time together.
You did exactly right: gave it a good try, and are being upfront about it, and are being polite to him - it does neither of you any good to continue.
Be of good cheer: if you have to date 100 to find the 1, you now only have 99 to go. Meanwhile, have fun!
Thanks for making me smile Alicia! And at least I told him, unlike some blokes I've met. I did contemplate becoming a nun, maybe I should rethink that!
Philip (sarah) wrote: "I will Anita. Sadly we won't be joining her on Wednesday as the journey from here is a nightmare, no direct trains or buses so numerous changes are required and Phil's knee although improving is ne..."Sorry you won't be with her for health reasons but I'm sure you will make up for it when you see her later on. Sounds like she is getting on in fine style as always ! The headphones are a great idea, I'm sure your SIL will be eternally grateful for your gift. I'm sure she will have a lovely day.
Big cuddle Desley ((( cuddle ))) sorry it didn't work out but better now than later on and I think you have done the best thing for both of you. Mr right will be along at some point but you will know when he does as there will be more than a spark to let you know. Just enjoy the looking for now, cuddle one of your little furry friends, that always brings a smile or two.
Thanks Anita, I'll go and sit with the kittens, they always put a smile on my face
Desley (Cat fosterer) wrote: "Thanks for making me smile Alicia! And at least I told him, unlike some blokes I've met. I did contemplate becoming a nun, maybe I should rethink that!"Being a nun is a vocation. Do you have it?
Seriously, I read somewhere in a science magazine that pheromones play a big part in finding a partner even for humans, and that if they are not right, it isn't going to work very well. There was some speculation whether there was a genetic reason for it (given that the predilection for someone who 'smells right' has survived an awful lot of years of evolution, and if useless would probably have been bred out of existence by now).
You pick up the guy's pheromones with your nose (there are specialize sensor cells) and your brain processes and reports possible/not good idea). If you kissed him, you were close enough to smell him (unconsciously - you'll look weird if you go around sniffing). And vice versa, of course, but maybe women are more selective.
Hmm, probably not!Yeah, I think I've heard that theory.
Seems my bro has developed a pneumonia and high fever which is elevating his blood pressure and heart rate. He's in ICU in a hospital in northern BC. My sisinlaw sez his doc is in constant consultation with the top cardiologist in Vancouver, so that's good.
Fingers crossed Patti
Desley (Cat fosterer) wrote: "Can I have a cuddle please, had to let a bloke down after 3 dates, I've never been in this position, not quite sure why I feel so bad"Cuddle from me, Desley. That's a brave thing you've done.
Geoff (G. Robbins) (The noisy passionfruit) wrote: "Desley (Cat fosterer) wrote: "Can I have a cuddle please, had to let a bloke down after 3 dates, I've never been in this position, not quite sure why I feel so bad"Cuddle from me, Desley. That's ..."
Aww, thanks
Ouch, Patti. Sounds like a 'mild' heart attack is part of a greater problem. Hopefully, when they get that under control he can get back to normal more quickly.
Sending love Patti darling. He's in the best place to get the best of care. Hope Dave is looking after you, as you need a little TLC whilst you are so worried. Am thinking of you X X X X
Cuddles for Patti, Desley and anyone else who needs one.Hope your brother improves soon, he's in the best place
Patti (baconater) wrote: "Seems my bro has developed a pneumonia and high fever which is elevating his blood pressure and heart rate. He's in ICU in a hospital in northern BC. My sisinlaw sez his doc is in constant consulta..."ICU's are scary, but also reassuring: they ARE paying attention to you. Thinking of your family right now.
Ooo Patti, lots and lots of hugs to you.
Thanks all.Nothing new to report as yet.
Sending hugs and best wishes Patti, brother will be well looked after in ITU I'm sure. Look after yourself and try not to worry too much.....easier said than done. Thinking of you and yours.
Hugs Patti and keeping fingers crossed. At least he's getting the right care.
Good news, finally. He's doing much better. They're hoping he can go home soon. He still needs to go down to Vancouver to see the consultant soon, though.
Thats really good to hear, Patti. You must be so relieved. ((Patti))
((Hugs)) and hope he continues to improve.
Glad to hear that Patti
Patti (baconater) wrote: "Good news, finally. He's doing much better. They're hoping he can go home soon. He still needs to go down to Vancouver to see the consultant soon, though."Excellent news! May it continue to improve for him. And a next time avoided.
Yay!! Hope he gets home soon (but not too soon!)
So pleased to hear such positive news about your brother Patti.
Just had some conpletely rubbish news today. Can't be specific about it but it's made night shift a bit subdued and I feel a bit like I've been kicked in the stomach :(
✿Claire✿ wrote: "Just had some conpletely rubbish news today. Can't be specific about it but it's made night shift a bit subdued and I feel a bit like I've been kicked in the stomach :("Sorry to hear that - hope it gets sorted out soon in a better way.
I hate that stomach feeling.
Big ((((HUGS))))) Claire, hope things improve quickly. X X
Big hugs Claire, hope everything is okay
So sorry to hear you've had bad news, Claire. Have a hug and hope things improve for you.Remember, we're always here.
Phil's mam had a massive heart attack in her fifties, she celebrates her 93d birthday on Wednesday, hoping brother has the same outcome.