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[Peggy]

Thanks Lisa! I've been twice before, beautiful city indeed :) Rob has also been once but the others haven't. It was my mom's idea, she really wanted to go sometime.

[Sarah]

Have fun in Rome Peggy.

[Lisa]

Peggy wrote: "Thanks Lisa! I've been twice before, beautiful city indeed :) Rob has also been once but the others haven't. It was my mom's idea, she really wanted to go sometime."

Sounds great! I hope they all enjoy their first visit!

[Dawn]

Peggy wrote: "I'm going to try to stay completely offline for the whole trip, let's see how long I last. I loved it when there was no internet access on Cuba and decided to go offline for every holiday from then on...."

I do this and find it fantastic. Hope you manage it! :)

[[deleted user]]

Have fun, Peggy. Please do stay offline, if you can. I think it is healthy and relaxing to take a break from emails, Facebook, etc, every once in a while. I did that last week when I went to visit my Mom. No wi-fi there, so that made the choice easy. :)

[Joan]

congratulations Stephanie

[Tasha]

Have fun, Peggy!!

Congrats, Stephanie!!

[Stephanie]

Thanks all :)

[Janice, Moderator]

Good work on those certificates, Stephanie. :)

Peggy, when in Rome, roam. The internet will still be there when you get home.

[Lynda]

Have fun, Peggy, and enjoy being off the grid, I'm jealous!

Congrats, Stephanie! Keep up the good work.

Sarah, sorry you're not feeling well, hope you get over it quickly. And yay for your license. It's crazy that anything that is different or outside the norm is looked on with suspicion and mistrust. The summer market though sounds like fun!

[KimeyDiann]

Sandra wrote: "Six certificates! That's great, Stephanie!"

Not sure if I was having a dyslexic moment or I just have a dirty mind, but at first glance, I thought that said "Sex Certificates" instead of six certificates! LOL.

Congrats on your six certificates, that is awesome, Stephanie!!!

[Sandra, Moderator]

lol, Kimey! Maybe one of the six certificates is a sex certificate. Who knows? :)

[KimeyDiann]

Hmm... Stephanie, inquiring minds want to know! What are your six certificates? ;)

[Lisa]

Just heard on the news that singer Prince has died, aged 57. Very sad! :(

[Sarah]

Lisa wrote: "Just heard on the news that singer Prince has died, aged 57. Very sad! :("

I know! I'm shocked. And Victoria Wood yesterday too. This year has been awful for well known and loved celebrities dying. We definitely need that ark.

[Stephanie]

Oh my goodness!! Haha! I promise they are not sex certificates..I think I just cried from laughing :)

The certificates are in:
Microsoft office fundamentals
Call center fundamentals
Web design fundamentals
Mil spouse ( a course that helps you do resumes and cover letters, etc). I mostly took this as a refresher :)
Human resources
Project management

A wide variety of stuff and I can't wait to be done!

[Janice, Moderator]

Lisa wrote: "Just heard on the news that singer Prince has died, aged 57. Very sad! :("

Very sad!

[Sandra, Moderator]

I just read it too. 2016 has been terrible.

[Tejas Janet]

Stephanie wrote: "Oh my goodness!! Haha! I promise they are not sex certificates..I think I just cried from laughing :)

The certificates are in:
Microsoft office fundamentals
Call center fundamentals
Web design ..."

Congrats, Stephanie!

[jaxnsmom]

What a lot's going on! I've been mostly hiding out, pretending I'm in a dream and will wake up soon. At the beginning of the month we had high winds that brought several tree tops onto and through my deck. Dealing with insurance and finding someone to tear down old and build new deck, and fix bent gutters has not bee fun.

The piece the red arrow is pointing at went through the deck.



From the top of the steps, which are fine.

[jaxnsmom]

My bigger, and traumatic, event was when I took Callie to the vet because she was throwing up again. Plus this time her bark got very quiet and sounded like she had a hoarse throat, or a sick seal. The vet took x-rays, and there's something going on in the throat area - I kind of blanked out, but we go back Saturday and I'll be paying more attention. It's not a growth, but something's pressing on Callie's esophagus, making it harder for her to swallow. Also, she's not getting all of the calories from her food, explains why she's always hungry. We're not doing any more testing since that would involve anesthesia. I've bought some soft dog food and am making food for her too. Everything's chopped up really fine, and mostly healthy, but she also gets hamburgers, fries, and chicken nuggets. Our goal is to get calories into her, and I'm making sure she gets stuff she likes. She's also taking antibiotics for a related infection. The vet says eating will become more uncomfortable and at some point Callie will start eating less until she doesn't want to eat anymore. I won't let her go on that long, but hell, I've already started crying now and then. I'm so hoping that when we go back to the vet on Saturday we'll find out that the infection is under control and that it's responsible for most of the throat issues. One can only dream.

[Tejas Janet]

jaxnsmom wrote: "My bigger, and traumatic, event was when I took Callie to the vet because she was throwing up again. Plus this time her bark got very quiet and sounded like she had a hoarse throat, or a sick seal...."

Oh no, I'm so sorry jmom. Such a difficult struggle. But I understand how you're struggling with trying to maintain Callie's quality of life and also her longevity.

I'm struggling with this daily with our Sheeba girl. I think she's about done with living, and then she rallies. So many ups and downs.

I so feel what you're going thru in every aspect, shape, and form.

I can't stand to think of life without my Sheeba, and yet it's going to be a reality. She's already beaten the odds as a larger dog. Now over 14 years old, and struggling with some things. But still seems overall happy to be here.

[Travis]

My wifw is unfamiliar with "when doves cry" and apparenrly most Princce songs. Born in 85 she was. This blows my mins

[Travis]

My wife doesn't know any Prince songs. I was ready to bet the bank she knew 1999

[Sarah]

Sorry to hear about both of your dogs J'mom and TJ. And what a state that tree made of your deck!

There is a FB meme along the lines of "If God would start killing off corrupt politicians instead of rock and roll legends that would be great". I'm all for this. I think Comedians and Authors did to be included to along with the rock and roll legends.

[Stephanie]

@jaxnsmom, so so so sorry to hear about Callie ;(
My heart goes out to you and will keep you both in my prayers. I understand what you are going through ;(
Wish our pets could be with us forever and never have any issues..that would be a perfect world <3 sending extra hugs to you!

[Lisa]

Sorry to hear about your dogs, Jmom and TJ. Big hugs to you both.

[Tasha]

Jmom, I'm sorry to hear about Callie. It's so hard and I really feel for you. I agree as well, definitely quality of life over anything else but it's so hard to make that decision. Hopefully she will improve but it sounds like a progressive thing so I hope too that the timing will be clear and peacful for you ((Hugs))...all the same for you TJ as well.

[Rusalka, Moderator]

Oh Jmom, what a mess with your deck! And I'm so sorry to hear about Callie. Fingers crossed the antibiotics sort some of the issues out at least. What a horrible week!

TJ sorry to hear that Sheeba is having those down days. Must be hard to yo yo between the two, but good that she's still having good days as well.

[Rusalka, Moderator]

The one I saw on Facebook and enjoyed immensely was:

"I'm starting to suspect that George R.R. Martin is the author behind 2016."

[Sarah]

That's funny Rusalka. He kills off bad guys too though. We've had enough good guys departing now. Move on to the bad guys already.

[Sandra, Moderator]

I'm sorry to hear the hard moments you are going through, TJ and J'mom. You are in my prayers.

[Lynda]

I'm so sorry to hear about Callie and Sheeba, my heart goes out to you both. Hoping for good news about Callie's prognosis.

Pretty bummed and shocked about Prince's death. It's not just that were loosing these amazing rock legends, it's that we're loosing some of the most creative forces and unique voices in rock. Someone, please put Jack White is some sort of bubble!

[Travis]

Thing is my kids will never know the icons that shaped todays music becuaee no one ia doing anything prolific. It all falls back to the people who are dying right now. Those who influenced our music. Theee just isn't anything new and revoluionary in music these days

[Janice, Moderator]

Ahh, j'mom - too much stress and so overwhelming. It's strange how everything hits at once. So sorry about Callie's problems. And TJ with Sheeba, too.

[KimeyDiann]

@J'mom, I'm so sorry you have had such a bad time of it lately. Sending lots of positive wishes your way. I really hope the meds help with Callie's problems. My heart breaks for you both.

[Roz]

I'm sorry to hear about Callie and Sheeba. When we invite animals into our homes, unfortunately, the time they spend with us is too short. Latka is my 3rd guest and she's 11 now, slowing down and sometimes a bit achey. Then she gets excited, runs like mad before remembering she isn't the puppy she used to be. All we can do is love them for the time they stay with us, keep them healthy and safe. No suffering.

[jaxnsmom]

TJ, I knew you were right there with me. The ups and downs are really hard, you feel joyful and at the same time you're preparing yourself for life without them, not knowing which will be stronger each day. Callie's down to about 48 lbs now, from about 65 a few years ago. The back half of her body is so skinny that her skeleton would be showing if her fur wasn't so thick/wiry/curly over most of that area. But she's one very determined lady. She'll let me know when she's ready. I just hope I can be ready then too.

My brother's b'day is June 3, and my dad's and sister's are June 4th. Using a good estimate I have made Callie's b'day be with theirs, along with Jingo. She turns 16 this year, and we'll be at my dad's so can all celebrate together. I think I'll get my brother's kids to help make Callie some treats, along with some crunchy ones for Jingo :)

I know a lot of you feel the same about your pets, we're all in this place at some time or other. It's really nice to know we're all here for each other! I thank all of you for your support!

[Stephanie]

Tejas Janet wrote: "jaxnsmom wrote: "My bigger, and traumatic, event was when I took Callie to the vet because she was throwing up again. Plus this time her bark got very quiet and sounded like she had a hoarse throat..."

So sorry to hear that Sheeba is not doing well too, TJ :(

[Cherie]

The wind was raining and blowing last night and I always think about the tall trees around me falling. The neighbors had a big oak branch hit the corner of their house two years ago and take out their patio, like yours, Jmom. It was horrible for them too, at first, but after all the insurance and cleaning up and rebuilding, they are so happy with the way everything turned out. I know it is no consolation, especially with what you are going through with Callie too, but maybe just a little something to look foreword to. I'm hoping Callie can hang on a little longer to help you get through it all together.

[Cherie]

I am glad Sheeba is still on the happy side of being with you TJ. I will keep sending happy thoughts to you and Jmom.

[Joan]

sorry to hear that Callie and Sheeba are struggling. ..they sound like loving and lovable companions.

[jaxnsmom]

Cherie wrote: "The wind was raining and blowing last night and I always think about the tall trees around me falling. The neighbors had a big oak branch hit the corner of their house two years ago and take out th..."

I have no problem with getting a rebuilt deck. The original one had problems, so I'm looking forward to a new one. It's just the paperwork, phone calls, rescheduling, trying to salvage a few things that were on the deck, knowing the destruction/construction guys will be starting early so I won't be getting enough sleep (8 am - really?? I don't go to bed til 2 or 3 am on a good night) - all are just inconveniences that won't last long.

[[deleted user]]

J'mom- I hope the deck rebuilding goes as smoothly as possible, given the circumstances. For the present, it must be stressful to deal with though. Sorry, you are having to go through this along with Callie being ill.

[jaxnsmom]

Nothing this year has gone smoothly, so I just have to keep coping. My therapist is giving me no other choice, and is increasing one of my medications for the short term. ☺

[jaxnsmom]

I was amazed when I went through a partial list of Prince's songs and realized that I knew more than I thought. I was really startled by his death, I'm the same age, and that starts the mortality thoughts.

[Janice, Moderator]

Big hugs, j'mom.

[Tejas Janet]

Thanks everyone so much for the good thoughts and wishes. It's comforting. I am thankful for all the many good years and times we've had and still have. It's hard to watch Sheeba slow down and at times lose her footing and sometimes show mental confusion, but she's also a very determined girl, like Callie.

I hope she will show me when she's ready to go, and that I'll know and will be ready, too, like you said Jmom. I'm so sorry this is a year with life throwing lots of stuff at you. I know that we all get our difficulties and challenges to deal with, but it's crummy when they pile up. Hope that things lighten up in this respect for you.

[Mariab]

Travis of NNY wrote: "My wife doesn't know any Prince songs. I was ready to bet the bank she knew 1999"

O_0

[Mariab]

J-mom. I hope you can go through all that and come at the end with a big smile