Guest guest Posted November 26, 2009 Report Share Posted November 26, 2009 yes yes happy thanksgiving lena and everyone and especailly all of you out there who are feeling awful today and maybe are alone. i woke up feeling the usual horrifying crush, got swept with endless loneliness, too sick to leave the house or be among people, alone for another holiday, endless days of not being able to read or do anything other than self care, pushed myself to get breakfast, feeling depressed about where my life ended up, too much energy just to manage the exhasution and pain and other symptoms to even have a cry about it, and thougths went down the path of wondering where my ashes should be spread.and then i turned on the computer and there you all are. i wasn't going to write. but i was so struck by what i get here....i am grateful for all of you. you remind me that i have committed to be on this group, to keep hope, to be sensible about what i expect of myself, to ponder the reality of being homebound and sick and not spend my energy trying to run away from that reality but find peace in it. and that leads me to be able to remember there are so many out there suffering, and still it is a miracle to be alive on earth, astounding and full of wonder. blessing to you all, many hugs and thanks,susie Hi Everyone,We often celebrate Thanksgiving: on the road when we’re visiting old friends, when distant family is visiting in Spring, when a cancer-surviving friend who’d moved away returns in summer, and sometimes, merely at the end of a week when we feel like there’s nothing to be thankful for. It can be a small chicken, or turkey breast, turnips, potatoes, stuffing, cranberry sauce, usually, but sometimes abbreviated: just enough of the traditional flavors to make the gratitude kick in. I’m trying to make a practice of balancing the Lyme complaints and protocols with the many small improvements, and other blessings on a daily basis. ALWAYS, among these blessings, I think of these groups of fellow Lymies, fighting the good fight, sharing info, compassion, and encouragement. ALWAYS, I am thankful for all of you. I honestly don’t know what would have become of me if it hadn’t been for all of you. I wish you all the best, and I thank you! Happy Thanksgiving,Be well,LénaReply to sender | Reply to group Messages in this topic (12) MARKETPLACE Going Green: Your Yahoo! Groups resource for green living Mom Power: Discover the community of moms doing more for their families, for the world and for each other Switch to: Text-Only, Daily Digest • Unsubscribe • Terms of Use . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 26, 2009 Report Share Posted November 26, 2009 I am thankful for this group also. Can you imagine not having anyone to talk to about this? I can't. This group is like a lifeline. I hope you all have a wonderful day and feel the love I send to all of you. You all are one of the biggest things I am thankful for this Thanksgiving. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 26, 2009 Report Share Posted November 26, 2009 Ah Susie!You have made my day! Thank you, thank you! We're all in this together, and I forgive you for making me cry. They were tears of gratitude that I connected with you.I've walked down the path you described in your second paragraph, and I'm here to tell you that the path can change, so don't be taken in by its dour scenery. Half of it isn't real and the other half can be very different in time. Slow, steady perseverance, thousands of positive affirmations in the teeth of despair, and continuing to do your homework, however odious it may seem, will bring you to a brighter path, but then, you already know this, dear one.Be well,Léna yes yes happy thanksgiving lena and everyone and especailly all of you out there who are feeling awful today and maybe are alone. i woke up feeling the usual horrifying crush, got swept with endless loneliness, too sick to leave the house or be among people, alone for another holiday, endless days of not being able to read or do anything other than self care, pushed myself to get breakfast, feeling depressed about where my life ended up, too much energy just to manage the exhasution and pain and other symptoms to even have a cry about it, and thougths went down the path of wondering where my ashes should be spread.and then i turned on the computer and there you all are. i wasn't going to write. but i was so struck by what i get here....i am grateful for all of you. you remind me that i have committed to be on this group, to keep hope, to be sensible about what i expect of myself, to ponder the reality of being homebound and sick and not spend my energy trying to run away from that reality but find peace in it. and that leads me to be able to remember there are so many out there suffering, and still it is a miracle to be alive on earth, astounding and full of wonder. blessing to you all, many hugs and thanks,susie Hi Everyone,We often celebrate Thanksgiving: on the road when we’re visiting old friends, when distant family is visiting in Spring, when a cancer-surviving friend who’d moved away returns in summer, and sometimes, merely at the end of a week when we feel like there’s nothing to be thankful for. It can be a small chicken, or turkey breast, turnips, potatoes, stuffing, cranberry sauce, usually, but sometimes abbreviated: just enough of the traditional flavors to make the gratitude kick in. I’m trying to make a practice of balancing the Lyme complaints and protocols with the many small improvements, and other blessings on a daily basis. ALWAYS, among these blessings, I think of these groups of fellow Lymies, fighting the good fight, sharing info, compassion, and encouragement. ALWAYS, I am thankful for all of you. I honestly don’t know what would have become of me if it hadn’t been for all of you. I wish you all the best, and I thank you! Happy Thanksgiving,Be well,LénaReply to sender | Reply to group Messages in this topic (12) MARKETPLACE Going Green: Your Yahoo! Groups resource for green living Mom Power: Discover the community of moms doing more for their families, for the world and for each other Switch to: Text-Only, Daily Digest • Unsubscribe • Terms of Use . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 26, 2009 Report Share Posted November 26, 2009 Susie, I'm with you. Everone of the positive folks here has been an inspiration. I know I can always come here - for support, knowing that most everyone here has been thru what you just described - has felt the depression; lonliness, and frustration this disease can cause. We are all here for each other and it feels good! Happy Turkey Day to you all, my friends, W > > > >> > >> Hi Everyone, > >> > >>> > >>> We often celebrate Thanksgiving: on the road when we're visiting > >>> old friends, when distant family is visiting in Spring, when a > >>> cancer-surviving friend who'd moved away returns in summer, and > >>> sometimes, merely at the end of a week when we feel like there's > >>> nothing to be thankful for. > >> > >> It can be a small chicken, or turkey breast, turnips, potatoes, > >> stuffing, cranberry sauce, usually, but sometimes abbreviated: > >> just enough of the traditional flavors to make the gratitude kick in. > >> > >> I'm trying to make a practice of balancing the Lyme complaints and > >> protocols with the many small improvements, and other blessings on > >> a daily basis. > >> > >> ALWAYS, among these blessings, I think of these groups of fellow > >> Lymies, fighting the good fight, sharing info, compassion, and > >> encouragement. ALWAYS, I am thankful for all of you. I honestly > >> don't know what would have become of me if it hadn't been for all > >> of you. I wish you all the best, and I thank you! > >> > >> Happy Thanksgiving, > >> Be well, > >> Léna > >>> Reply to sender | Reply to group > >>> Messages in this topic (12) > >>> MARKETPLACE > >>> Going Green: Your Yahoo! Groups resource for green living > >>> > >>> Mom Power: Discover the community of moms doing more for their > >>> families, for the world and for each other > >>> > >>> Switch to: Text-Only, Daily Digest • Unsubscribe • Terms of Use > >>> . > >> > >> > >> > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 26, 2009 Report Share Posted November 26, 2009 Suzie: You are a jewel! Such a valiant person in the face of crisis. There are many warm hugs reaching out to you today from all of us. You may physically be alone, but certainly not alone in spirit! May the turkey not poop on your shoulder; may you not look like a pumpkin; may your thoughts be stuffed with good things and the coming year be bountiful! ;0 Hugs, Cheryl yes yes happy thanksgiving lena and everyone and especailly all of you out there who are feeling awful today and maybe are alone. i woke up feeling the usual horrifying crush, got swept with endless loneliness, too sick to leave the house or be among people, alone for another holiday, endless days of not being able to read or do anything other than self care, pushed myself to get breakfast, feeling depressed about where my life ended up, too much energy just to manage the exhasution and pain and other symptoms to even have a cry about it, and thougths went down the path of wondering where my ashes should be spread. and then i turned on the computer and there you all are. i wasn't going to write. but i was so struck by what i get here....i am grateful for all of you. you remind me that i have committed to be on this group, to keep hope, to be sensible about what i expect of myself, to ponder the reality of being homebound and sick and not spend my energy trying to run away from that reality but find peace in it. and that leads me to be able to remember there are so many out there suffering, and still it is a miracle to be alive on earth, astounding and full of wonder. blessing to you all, many hugs and thanks, susie Hi Everyone, We often celebrate Thanksgiving: on the road when we’re visiting old friends, when distant family is visiting in Spring, when a cancer-surviving friend who’d moved away returns in summer, and sometimes, merely at the end of a week when we feel like there’s nothing to be thankful for. It can be a small chicken, or turkey breast, turnips, potatoes, stuffing, cranberry sauce, usually, but sometimes abbreviated: just enough of the traditional flavors to make the gratitude kick in. I’m trying to make a practice of balancing the Lyme complaints and protocols with the many small improvements, and other blessings on a daily basis. ALWAYS, among these blessings, I think of these groups of fellow Lymies, fighting the good fight, sharing info, compassion, and encouragement. ALWAYS, I am thankful for all of you. I honestly don’t know what would have become of me if it hadn’t been for all of you. I wish you all the best, and I thank you! Happy Thanksgiving, Be well, Léna Reply to sender | Reply to group Messages in this topic (12) MARKETPLACE Going Green: Your Yahoo! Groups resource for green living Mom Power: Discover the community of moms doing more for their families, for the world and for each other Switch to: Text-Only, Daily Digest • Unsubscribe • Terms of Use .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 27, 2009 Report Share Posted November 27, 2009 And Susie,Now you understand the importance of what I have been saying about these support groups... They are not just for education, but also for compassion, empathy and sympathy... I try to tell newibies we are a caring group of Lymies and Susie your words bare this out! Not all support groups attain this level of caring, but we have... Be well,Jim DT Emem Rife Message List Reply | Forward Message #6175 of 6207 < Prev | Next > Re: OT: Thanks yes yes happy thanksgiving lena and everyone and especailly all of you out there who are feeling awful today and maybe are alone. i woke up feeling the usual horrifying crush, got swept with endless loneliness, too sick to leave the house or be among people, alone for another holiday, endless days of not being able to read or do anything other than self care, pushed myself to get breakfast, feeling depressed about where my life ended up, too much energy just to manage the exhasution and pain and other symptoms to even have a cry about it, and thougths went down the path of wondering where my ashes should be spread. and then i turned on the computer and there you all are. i wasn't going to write. but i was so struck by what i get here....i am grateful for all of you. you remind me that i have committed to be on this group, to keep hope, to be sensible about what i expect of myself, to ponder the reality of being homebound and sick and not spend my energy trying to run away from that reality but find peace in it. and that leads me to be able to remember there are so many out there suffering, and still it is a miracle to be alive on earth, astounding and full of wonder. blessing to you all, many hugs and thanks,susie Hi Everyone, We often celebrate Thanksgiving: on the road when we’re visiting old friends, when distant family is visiting in Spring, when a cancer-surviving friend who’d moved away returns in summer, and sometimes, merely at the end of a week when we feel like there’s nothing to be thankful for. It can be a small chicken, or turkey breast, turnips, potatoes, stuffing, cranberry sauce, usually, but sometimes abbreviated: just enough of the traditional flavors to make the gratitude kick in. I’m trying to make a practice of balancing the Lyme complaints and protocols with the many small improvements, and other blessings on a daily basis. ALWAYS, among these blessings, I think of these groups of fellow Lymies, fighting the good fight, sharing info, compassion, and encouragement. ALWAYS, I am thankful for all of you. I honestly don’t know what would have become of me if it hadn’t been for all of you. I wish you all the best, and I thank you! Happy Thanksgiving, Be well, Léna Reply to sender | Reply to group Messages in this topic (12) MARKETPLACE Going Green: Your Yahoo! Groups resource for green living Mom Power: Discover the community of moms doing more for their families, for the world and for each other Switch to: Text-Only, Daily Digest • Unsubscribe • Terms of Use .. Thu Nov 26, 2009 8:29 am Show Message Option S & D Darrah lymesoda Offline Send Email Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 27, 2009 Report Share Posted November 27, 2009 Well said Susie and Jim, Thanks to everybody for all the responses back on my question about abx. I've read all of them! The love and support that has poured out of them is just incredible....i can't even wrap my head around it. Feeling so lucky to be among you. Thane To: Lyme and Rife Group thane <Lyme_and_Rife >Sent: Fri, November 27, 2009 3:53:49 PMSubject: Re: OT: Thanks And Susie, Now you understand the importance of what I have been saying about these support groups... They are not just for education, but also for compassion, empathy and sympathy... I try to tell newibies we are a caring group of Lymies and Susie your words bare this out! Not all support groups attain this level of caring, but we have... Be well, Jim DT Emem Rife Message List Reply | Forward Message #6175 of 6207 < Prev | Next > Re: OT: Thanks yes yes happy thanksgiving lena and everyone and especailly all of you out there who are feeling awful today and maybe are alone. i woke up feeling the usual horrifying crush, got swept with endless loneliness, too sick to leave the house or be among people, alone for another holiday, endless days of not being able to read or do anything other than self care, pushed myself to get breakfast, feeling depressed about where my life ended up, too much energy just to manage the exhasution and pain and other symptoms to even have a cry about it, and thougths went down the path of wondering where my ashes should be spread. and then i turned on the computer and there you all are. i wasn't going to write. but i was so struck by what i get here....i am grateful for all of you. you remind me that i have committed to be on this group, to keep hope, to be sensible about what i expect of myself, to ponder the reality of being homebound and sick and not spend my energy trying to run away from that reality but find peace in it. and that leads me to be able to remember there are so many out there suffering, and still it is a miracle to be alive on earth, astounding and full of wonder. blessing to you all, many hugs and thanks, susie Hi Everyone, We often celebrate Thanksgiving: on the road when we’re visiting old friends, when distant family is visiting in Spring, when a cancer-surviving friend who’d moved away returns in summer, and sometimes, merely at the end of a week when we feel like there’s nothing to be thankful for. It can be a small chicken, or turkey breast, turnips, potatoes, stuffing, cranberry sauce, usually, but sometimes abbreviated: just enough of the traditional flavors to make the gratitude kick in. I’m trying to make a practice of balancing the Lyme complaints and protocols with the many small improvements, and other blessings on a daily basis. ALWAYS, among these blessings, I think of these groups of fellow Lymies, fighting the good fight, sharing info, compassion, and encouragement. ALWAYS, I am thankful for all of you. I honestly don’t know what would have become of me if it hadn’t been for all of you. I wish you all the best, and I thank you! Happy Thanksgiving, Be well, Léna Reply to sender | Reply to groupMessages in this topic (12) MARKETPLACE Going Green: Your Yahoo! Groups resource for green living Mom Power: Discover the community of moms doing more for their families, for the world and for each other Switch to: Text-Only, Daily Digest • Unsubscribe • Terms of Use .. Thu Nov 26, 2009 8:29 am Show Message Option S & D Darrah lymesoda Offline Send Email Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 28, 2009 Report Share Posted November 28, 2009 It goes both ways, you know. You've done a lot for us.Be well,Léna Well said Susie and Jim, Thanks to everybody for all the responses back on my question about abx. I've read all of them! The love and support that has poured out of them is just incredible....i can't even wrap my head around it. Feeling so lucky to be among you. Thane From: Jim in Jax <jimjax2gmail>To: Lyme and Rife Group thane <Lyme_and_Rife >Sent: Fri, November 27, 2009 3:53:49 PMSubject: Re: OT: Thanks And Susie, Now you understand the importance of what I have been saying about these support groups... They are not just for education, but also for compassion, empathy and sympathy... I try to tell newibies we are a caring group of Lymies and Susie your words bare this out! Not all support groups attain this level of caring, but we have... Be well, Jim DT Emem Rife Message List Reply | Forward Message #6175 of 6207 < Prev | Next > Re: OT: Thanks yes yes happy thanksgiving lena and everyone and especailly all of you out there who are feeling awful today and maybe are alone. i woke up feeling the usual horrifying crush, got swept with endless loneliness, too sick to leave the house or be among people, alone for another holiday, endless days of not being able to read or do anything other than self care, pushed myself to get breakfast, feeling depressed about where my life ended up, too much energy just to manage the exhasution and pain and other symptoms to even have a cry about it, and thougths went down the path of wondering where my ashes should be spread. and then i turned on the computer and there you all are. i wasn't going to write. but i was so struck by what i get here....i am grateful for all of you. you remind me that i have committed to be on this group, to keep hope, to be sensible about what i expect of myself, to ponder the reality of being homebound and sick and not spend my energy trying to run away from that reality but find peace in it. and that leads me to be able to remember there are so many out there suffering, and still it is a miracle to be alive on earth, astounding and full of wonder. blessing to you all, many hugs and thanks, susie Hi Everyone, We often celebrate Thanksgiving: on the road when we’re visiting old friends, when distant family is visiting in Spring, when a cancer-surviving friend who’d moved away returns in summer, and sometimes, merely at the end of a week when we feel like there’s nothing to be thankful for. It can be a small chicken, or turkey breast, turnips, potatoes, stuffing, cranberry sauce, usually, but sometimes abbreviated: just enough of the traditional flavors to make the gratitude kick in. I’m trying to make a practice of balancing the Lyme complaints and protocols with the many small improvements, and other blessings on a daily basis. ALWAYS, among these blessings, I think of these groups of fellow Lymies, fighting the good fight, sharing info, compassion, and encouragement. ALWAYS, I am thankful for all of you. I honestly don’t know what would have become of me if it hadn’t been for all of you. I wish you all the best, and I thank you! Happy Thanksgiving, Be well, Léna Reply to sender | Reply to groupMessages in this topic (12) MARKETPLACE Going Green: Your Yahoo! Groups resource for green living Mom Power: Discover the community of moms doing more for their families, for the world and for each other Switch to: Text-Only, Daily Digest • Unsubscribe • Terms of Use . Thu Nov 26, 2009 8:29 am Show Message Option S & D Darrah lymesoda Offline Send Email Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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