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    Thank you, Mimi, for taking the time to share with us.

    We're all pulling for both of you. The only advice I have is stay ahead of the pain. 'Tis not the time to be drug free.

    Hang in there - sending healing thoughts.
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    Mimi- Chuck and I are breathing a big sigh of relief- and sending you hugs- as you move in to the next phase of recovery. Keep us posted, and don't forget to rest and take care of yourself now.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Blueberry View Post
    stay ahead of the pain. 'Tis not the time to be drug free.
    Yep, the key to happiness is good drugs Glad the surgery went well. Tell D we're all pulling for him and all of you.
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    Dear Self,

    You've been busting your asparagus for the last 6 weeks, running, to make yourself feel better about your image and to improve self-confidence. Don't let one toad ruin your mojo. Surely some normal, non-loser guy would be thrilled to date you.
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    Quote Originally Posted by VeganBikeChick View Post
    Dear Self,

    You've been busting your asparagus for the last 6 weeks, running, to make yourself feel better about your image and to improve self-confidence. Don't let one toad ruin your mojo. Surely some normal, non-loser guy would be thrilled to date you.
    Totally manifest that vision of a wonderful guy, even go so far as to write down the values of said guy! Sounds like you are well into "loving your own skin" I connected with my DH shortly after I learned to love myself for just being myself and low and behold I met a man who loved me just for me, warts and all
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    Thanks, Sky. Your words are really helpful .
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    Quote Originally Posted by VeganBikeChick View Post
    Dear Self,

    Surely some normal, non-loser guy would be thrilled to date you.
    If he exists! I recommend going for the non-loser weirdo.
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    Not-dear professor:

    In what country is saying something like that a good idea? Seriously, if the self-described "dirty old man" in the department thinks it's inappropriate, it's inappropriate. Unfortunately, we still have another two weeks in the quarter, and then we have to take another class with you.
    At least I don't leave slime trails.
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    Seriously, if the self-described "dirty old man" in the department thinks it's inappropriate, it's inappropriate.
    LOL, and really true. If you are making the DOM uncomfortable, damn.

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    Mimi -
    Sigh of relief for the good news! Give Don a hug for us!
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    Quote Originally Posted by VeganBikeChick View Post
    Dear Self,

    You've been busting your asparagus for the last 6 weeks, running, to make yourself feel better about your image and to improve self-confidence. Don't let one toad ruin your mojo. Surely some normal, non-loser guy would be thrilled to date you.
    Toads (the metaphorical kind) are for squashing. Non-loser guys are way better.

    Limewave,

    I find it a bit icky on those girls' part because, to begin with, they don't even know the person they're bashing. And to make it even ickier, they're are local 'celebrity bloggers' who have a following. It's just irresponsible.

    And your friend's husband sounds gross. Hope she's ok.
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    Dear "Cousin",

    I know he may mean more to you, as you were and remain related to the man who was once my step father... but I will not shed a tear at learning this man has passed on. I do wish you personally all the best in your grief, I just wish you knew what this man did, and why I cannot shed a single tear knowing he's gone.

    This is the same man who beat both my mother and I, for no other reason but my failure To do housework less then a week after coming home from major surgery. Fact is, that very night, I saved your life as mother loaded the gun and you lay passed out in a stuppor. Purely for selfish reasons, I must admit as I didn't want to loose her to a prison cell, but none the less it bought you another twenty some odd years on this earth.

    Time has healed many wounds and I guess knowing you can now never treat anyone else like you treated our family is something I didn't know I'd feel so strongly about.
    Last edited by Roadtrip; 10-28-2011 at 06:14 PM.
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    ((((Roadtrip)))). Everytime you talk about your childhood, I'm tempted to drive to Cincy to give you a huge hug. I hope you have found a way to heal from the abuse you suffered at the hands of your stepfather. Peace to you.
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    {{{{Roadtrip}}}} sorry, family can be the worst thing.

    dear TE ladies
    DH is getting out of ICU today. they just took 3 drains out of his body. HURRAY!!
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