Dear So and So

[tangentgirl]

....as she types on women's biking forum.... lol!

Yeah. Sigh.

[indysteel]

good grief, I agree!! don't pay off loans with birthday money! buy some smart wool.. or something else nice for yourself.

I must be WAY too uptight after working at the bankruptcy court for eleven years because I think Owlie's original plan sounded like it struck a good balance between treating herself and being responsible. To me, paying down/off debt IS a gift to one's self, plus she was going to spend a modest sum on some things she wanted.

Happy belated birthday btw, Owlie.

[indysteel]

Dear self:

Really? After almost four years of this you're still surprised/angry/resentful when these people don't live up to your more-than-reasonable expectations? You told him you were resigning by the end of the year. Perhaps it's just time to walk away entirely. Nothing is going to change betwen now and then. Go volunteer on behalf of some animals. You know they'll appreciate your time and effort.

Signed, Resigned

Dear Taco and Paddy:

I'm going to miss you. You're really special kitties, and I feel blessed to have been your mom, even if only temporarily. Your new mom and dad really love animals, so give them a change to prove that to you. They've got a cool place for you to live, and you'll be well cared for. Be nice to your new brothers and sisters and please don't run off, okay? I love you lots and will never forget you,

Your Surrogate Mom

[Biciclista]

Dear Indysteel
thanks again for helping two feral cats not only survive, but find forever homes too!!

another crazy cat lady

[indysteel]

Dear Indysteel
thanks again for helping two feral cats not only survive, but find forever homes too!!

another crazy cat lady

Thanks, dear! And here's hoping re: their new home! I'm set to send them to a friend's farm later this week, but I finally heard back from our local Humane Society today. I had sent them an email last week asking if I could at least post a courtesy listing on their website (they foster animals and, last I knew, didn't have room for them). The new executive director was touched by our story and the care that we took with them and was going to talk to her Volunteer Coordinator about it. So, maybe they might find room in their foster program. I sure hope so.

While I tend to think Paddy might do better at the farm, Taco would do very well in an indoor environment. I've spent a lot of time with her over the last week. When she had her boy with her, they kind of did their own thing, but now that she's alone, she's been in our yard almost 24/7. She is SO sweet. Someone would be incredibly lucky to have her as a pet. If my situation was even slightly different, I'd adopt her in a heartbeat.

[spokewench]

I'm sending my good thoughts out to RD, Biciclista's hubby! Tomorrow is the big S day, I think.

((((Mimi)))) and ((((RD)))).

[OakLeaf]

I'm sending my good thoughts out to RD, Biciclista's hubby! Tomorrow is the big S day, I think.

((((Mimi)))) and ((((RD)))).

Spinning my wheels for both of you.

[indysteel]

I'm sending my good thoughts out to RD, Biciclista's hubby! Tomorrow is the big S day, I think.

((((Mimi)))) and ((((RD)))).

+1. Sending you guys good vibes. I got the kitties on it as well!

[Crankin]

Thinking of you and your hubby, Mimi.
Keep us posted.
I admire the way you have handled this situation. I don't think I would be so graceful.

[Biciclista]

Dear Crankin
You only get to see my good side. I whine, cry and resent. I have bad dreams. I am not being very productive. I really appreciate you and all the other gals on here to talk to, to banter, and to talk about things that are not upsetting because i have enough of the upsetting stuff happening here. My DH wants my son and I to be with him for the first 48 hours after the surgery!!! and not leave him alone. THAT is not going to be easy. So he talks big but really he's scared too or why would he want us there constantly when he's in ICU (when lots of people will be there to take care of him?) anyway, yes yes, I will keep you guys posted. I am taking my notebook computer to the hospital, where I will be staying in the waiting room for much of the day..

thanks you guys.

[Blueberry]

Sending positive vibes your way, Mimi. For the surgery, and for you and your son. Don't forget to take care of yourself too

[azfiddle]

Mimi- best of luck to you and Don tomorrow. Bring some healthy snacks and things to do- it sounds like a long day ahead. All the best, we are thinking of you.

Sharon

[SheFly]

Dear Mimi,

Despite what you say, you are handling this with grace. The crying, despair, etc are normal reactions given what's going on. You have a long day (and more) ahead. Know that all of us are here rooting for you and RD and sending as many good vibes as we can in your direction.

I'll stomp the pedals extra hard for both of you later today.

Keeping you in my thoughts.

SheFly

[jobob]

Mimi, Lee and I have you and RD in our thoughts today. Please take care of yourself. ((hugs)) from the Bobs.

[Biciclista]

aw, you guys are making me cry.. thanks.
some good news: dr doesn't want to take out his gallbladder after all! one less insult to his body.
especially since his gallbladder never bothered him, we both thought it was stinky that they considered it a "throw away" organ.
he's in surgery now. he maintained an incredibly good attitude even as they doped him up. hes an amazing man.