| Author | Content |
Braveheartsmom
Kihei, HI
(Zone 11)
August 06, 2008
12:51 PM Post #5377198
| Aloha everyone,
I wanted to start a thread for Christi so that she knows how much she is loved, and that we are all rooting for her on the 12th - the day of her serious back surgery.
Christi, can I call Mike a couple of days after the surgery to see how you are doing? I am sure we would all like an update and I know you will be too groggy to be on the computer!
You will be in my thoughts and prayers in the up coming days...
We love you.
Jen
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AlohaHoya
Keaau, HI
(Zone 11)
August 07, 2008
01:06 PM Post #5381988
| Me too...want to know. I know she will not be sitting down to be on the computer for a LONG time!!!
Carol |
Tropicman
Wichita, KS
(Zone 6a)
August 07, 2008
03:21 PM Post #5382551
| Yes,please keep us updated,we all love our Chrisit,AKA LOU C. |
mpabbott1
(Mary) Poway, CA
(Zone 10a)
August 07, 2008
07:32 PM Post #5383507
| Thoughts and prayers being sent skyward for you Christi! Hope you'll soon be able to brag about how well you're doing.
Mary |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 07, 2008
07:41 PM Post #5383543
| Goodness, my own thread??? Pretty anxious today. One day I am for it and the next I am not. However, the constant pain and the life that has left me in the dirt...no choice. Thanks to everyone of you.
Christi |
Marcy_1
New Madison, OH
(Zone 5a)
August 07, 2008
07:51 PM Post #5383572
| Ahhhh Christi...you won't be away from the puter very long...I wasn't. It's not going to be nearly as bad as you think...take my word for it!
I been there! You will do fine...and we will all be rooting you along! Did he tell you how long you would be in a brace? |
caribblue
West Bay
Cayman Islands
(Zone 11)
August 07, 2008
07:58 PM Post #5383594
| Christi,
The longer you fart around healing the longer you will be kept out of the snorkel pool here in Cayman! You know where you are in our hearts!!! No worries kid!
j |
rjuddharrison
Houston, TX
(Zone 9a)
August 07, 2008
09:14 PM Post #5383872
| I'll be up to wait on you.
xxxoo |
kimarj
(Kim) Philadelphi, PA
(Zone 6a)
August 07, 2008
09:37 PM Post #5383976
| Soo you will be a healthier happier you with renewed strenth!!! |
AlohaHoya
Keaau, HI
(Zone 11)
August 07, 2008
09:59 PM Post #5384096
| Remember...we are here and we really care and you will be JUST FINE! You are a strong woman, you have a good balanced life and this is just something you gotta do to enjoy this one life!!! Believe me...being able to walk around and do things without pain is a novelty and one worth keeping!!! |
Marcy_1
New Madison, OH
(Zone 5a)
August 07, 2008
10:04 PM Post #5384125
| Amen Aloha! |
Islandshari
Kwajalein
Marshall Islands
(Zone 11)
August 08, 2008
12:59 AM Post #5384731
| Hi everyone! Christi darlin, I have been away with my granddaughter on a medical trip to Hono - so just saw this thread. So glad that Jen started it for you! You know you are in my thoughts always, but putting it down in black and white will just add to the power of the thoughts. You are going to be hard to stop when this is all over and done with! You were pretty hard to stop before! Big hugs and warm wishes from far away Kwaj!
Yokwe my friend,
Shari |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 08, 2008
12:27 PM Post #5386464
| oooow weeee! I feel special already. What a lucky girl I am to have such a caring group of friends!
I'm aware that many of you have been through similar or worse situations and don't want it to sound as though I am the only one. Good to know we are all together no matter the circumstances.
God bless each of you.
Christi |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
August 09, 2008
07:58 AM Post #5389787
| Christi, Gail joins me in wishing you the best possible outcome for that operation you are facing. Everything will be all right. Please keep us posted. You're in our prayers.
Sylvain. |
Molamola
Christiansted, VI
(Zone 11)
August 09, 2008
04:56 PM Post #5391651
| Christi, let me say I'm right along with everyone saying you'll do fine, and be so glad you did go through with it!
If your garden suffers, we can just set you up anew with cacti and succulents. They are fun and have gorgeoous flowers.
Love you!
Molamola (aka Melissa) |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 11, 2008
11:13 AM Post #5399281
| Just to round out my day...will be having our 16 year old Westie put down this evening. She bit me really bad last Friday night. Bit Mike about 10 days ago. She sleeps, eat and bites. Obvious she is not the loving pet we have had all these years and she is in some sort of pain. Having filled out Advance Directives for myself, feel it is only fair to finally make this horrendous decision for her. |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
August 11, 2008
11:29 AM Post #5399376
| Our heart goes out to you. We had to put down our mix-breed Lhazza Hapso at the ripe old age of 16 1/2 after her kidneys failed.
Dementia is not restricted to people alone in old age. A major change in demeanour and personality could be changed by something like that. It's a hard decision, but it's for the best. But hey, you already know that, don't you? Be strong and don't let that influence YOUR big event tomorrow.
Take care.
Sylvain. |
Braveheartsmom
Kihei, HI
(Zone 11)
August 11, 2008
11:42 AM Post #5399449
| Oh Christi, I am so sorry about Hannah, it's a heart wrenching decision to have to make - time is getting close for both my dogs too, and I hope I can be as brave and as unselfish as you are and let them go when the time is right... After today she will be running free and without pain, just in another dimension.
My thoughts are with both you and Mike,
Love you both. 
J |
Marcy_1
New Madison, OH
(Zone 5a)
August 11, 2008
11:44 AM Post #5399459
| So sorry to hear that Christi. I had a cocker spaniel I was very close to, and had for fifteen years. She died in my arms at 4 am one night.
It's hard.
I wanted to wish you the best of luck tomorrow. I will be thinking about you. I know you will do fine.
Marcy |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 11, 2008
11:46 AM Post #5399468
| She has been biting for two years. Recently it has escalated. We have talked it to death, always agreeing that it would be the best choice. Just couldn't let go. This bite is serious. Thought I would ask the surgeon to take look AFTER THE ANESTHESIOLOGIST has done his thing. very ugly looking and super sore |
AlohaHoya
Keaau, HI
(Zone 11)
August 11, 2008
12:43 PM Post #5399729
| Yikes...hard decision but it sounds as if Hannah isn't happy either. We are given such responsability when we take on pets!!! |
goofybulb
El Paso, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 11, 2008
05:39 PM Post #5400993
| I've been "away" for so long, that I have too much to catch up with!
Christi, I wish you a good surgery day tomorrow and speedy recovery! I'll pray that all goes fast and according to plan, so you'll be soon healthy and able to tend to and enjoy your gardens! All the good wishes and thoughts for you!
BHM, thanks for starting this thread, and please keep everyone updated about Christi.
Alexandra
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LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 11, 2008
05:55 PM Post #5401041
| Thank you Alex. The friends I have here on Dave's are the very best in the world. Just so you all know...my phone has been ringing off the wall with friends and family. I have many loving friends and it makes life worth living.
Now I just have to "git er done" and get back to having a good time.
Dr.'s office called and they have postponed another 2 hours. yuck. I am READY, PEOPLE!!!! Now it is 10:45 at the hospital and possibly, just possibly by 1:00 PM.
Jen, the dvd is marvelous. We are really enjoying it. |
katiebear
mulege
Mexico
August 11, 2008
08:54 PM Post #5401631
| Hi Christi, Just want to add my good wishes for a succesful operation and a speedy recovery. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Looking forward to having you back on the puter soon.
love, katie |
Texasgal77
Baytown, TX
(Zone 9a)
August 11, 2008
10:12 PM Post #5402009
| Christi, your are in our prayers, Sweetie! Will be waiting for a "Good Report!" |
goofybulb
El Paso, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 12, 2008
02:46 PM Post #5404744
| Christi, I am thinking of you and praying for a smooth successful surgery today. May there be no after pain and a quick recovery! Lots of luck, good wishes and hugs! |
Braveheartsmom
Kihei, HI
(Zone 11)
August 12, 2008
07:44 PM Post #5405832
| Aloha Everyone!
Wonderful news!
Mike, Christi's DH, just called me. Christi has made it through surgery and the doctors have said that the operation was a success! She lost very little blood, and Mike said that they are talking about her coming home on Friday or Saturday!
I asked him to give Christi our love when she is round from the anesthetic...
Whoo - Hoo!!!
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katiebear
mulege
Mexico
August 12, 2008
07:46 PM Post #5405843
| Great news.
kb |
kimarj
(Kim) Philadelphi, PA
(Zone 6a)
August 12, 2008
07:48 PM Post #5405847
| Fantastic!! |
AlohaHoya
Keaau, HI
(Zone 11)
August 12, 2008
08:08 PM Post #5405934
| Terrific news!!! Mine was less than 3 months ago and I remember those first days like yesterday...and she will be fine!!! Thanks for giving us the news, Jenny...you ARE a dear. She is a great little trooper...
Carol |
Tropicman
Wichita, KS
(Zone 6a)
August 12, 2008
08:20 PM Post #5405981
| Just Wonderful!!!!! |
candela
Biscayne Park, FL
(Zone 10a)
August 12, 2008
08:55 PM Post #5406093
| i have confidence that everything went fine and you will be back gardening sooner than you expect.
cass
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Marcy_1
New Madison, OH
(Zone 5a)
August 12, 2008
08:58 PM Post #5406108
| That is wonderful news!! |
Texasgal77
Baytown, TX
(Zone 9a)
August 12, 2008
09:00 PM Post #5406118
| Praise the Lord! Our prayers were answered! We love you Christi and Mike!
Get well soon! |
pepper23
KC Metro area, MO
(Zone 5b)
August 12, 2008
09:56 PM Post #5406422
| That's great to hear!!! |
mpabbott1
(Mary) Poway, CA
(Zone 10a)
August 12, 2008
10:35 PM Post #5406702
| Wonderful news! There's no stopping her now! |
goofybulb
El Paso, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 12, 2008
10:36 PM Post #5406711
| Well done, docs! Great patient Christi, we all love you and we are waiting for your return home, healthy and happy!
Thank you, Jen and Mike, for bringing the good news to us all!
Alexandra |
Braveheartsmom
Kihei, HI
(Zone 11)
August 13, 2008
01:28 AM Post #5407203
| The thanks go to Mike who took the time to call as soon as the surgeon came out of the OR and spoke to him. He said that he intended to spend the night with Christi at the hospital. I can only imagine how very tired and frazzled he must be, I think it's almost worst to be the one waiting...
Thanks again, Mike, it meant a lot to us all for you to take the time to make that call.
XXX |
snapple45
Holland, OH
(Zone 5b)
August 13, 2008
01:48 AM Post #5407224
| What a relief to know things are going so good. Thanks Braveheartsmom. |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
August 13, 2008
07:30 AM Post #5407522
| Thanks, BHM for this wonderful news. I'm doing the happy dance in Delray Beach this morning.
Sylvain. |
Molamola
Christiansted, VI
(Zone 11)
August 13, 2008
11:20 AM Post #5408494
| Hooray for Christi! May her pain be GONE! Back pain is the worst. |
Sheila_FW
Fort Worth, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 13, 2008
03:02 PM Post #5409576
| Jen thanks so much for getting the info to me. Mike is no doubt exhausted. I know sitting at the hospital is no walk in the park. I am so glad he let you know as soon as he did and that he knows and can tell her we are all rooting for her recovery!
Note to Christi.. I hope your wound from Hannah's bite is healing; as well as the heartache of having to put her down. She enjoyed lots of good loving years with you, and it was time.
As for your healing, don't rush it, the longer you rest the better it will mend. I do hope your pains were lessen with the surgery and you regain your mobility soon. Look forward to your postings.
Sheila |
frostweed
Josephine, Arlington, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 13, 2008
04:12 PM Post #5409826
| Hello Chisti, I hope you will have a fast recovery and be good as new.
Your friend,
Josephine. |
Islandshari
Kwajalein
Marshall Islands
(Zone 11)
August 13, 2008
05:42 PM Post #5410247
| Just goes to show how much we all mean to our dear Christi. Mike calls Jenny who lets us all know. And some people say that DG is just a gardening site. Wrong!! We all worried about Carol, and now we all worry about Christi. We see each other through storms, and tears and shared joys. Thank you Mike for realizing that we really wanted to know, and thank you Jenny for sharing the news.
Yokwe everyone!!!!
Shari |
Sheila_FW
Fort Worth, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 13, 2008
09:15 PM Post #5410996
| Update...
I just missed a call from Mike. My DH told me when I got home that he called and said she didn't get a room until 12:30 last night. Today has been a struggle to adjust the pain medication, and Mike said she is in ICU now. They try to arouse her from the anethesia and the pain is very bad and they have to medicate her again.
My DH just had back surgery (1 fusion) on the 6th. When I got to see him, each time he started to wake up he also was in a whole lot of pain. He would ask for something for pain and they would give him something else. That went on all night, but the next day when I went to see him he was awake, had eaten some and drank coffee. Not that the pain wasn't there, it was just that they found the right complex that gave him relief.
Christi had her surgery so late in the day, and it was such an extensive surgery it will take time. Being under anethesia so long it may take a while for that to leave her and the pain meds reach the level of relief. After two back surgeries myself, I can say the drugs right after surgery made me feel worse once they level those out she can rest better.
I am believing that this is a temporary situation and the pain will be easing up for Christi. God never gives us more than we can bear.
(((Hugs & prayers for Christi & family))) Sheila |
rjuddharrison
Houston, TX
(Zone 9a)
August 13, 2008
09:56 PM Post #5411222
| Your right Sheila,
pain is worst coming out of surgery and waking up from anesthesia.
I called earlier and left a message...I'm sure Mike has his hands full.
He definately is one of the kindest souls I've encountered.
Rj |
goofybulb
El Paso, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 13, 2008
10:05 PM Post #5411255
| Christi, my good thoughts go for you. I think it's normal to have pain after surgery, but that's why pain medication was invented... just hope that soon there'll be no pain!
Mike, hang in there! It's a tiresome job to be sitting and waiting, but I'm sure Christi is well worth that!
I'll have you in my prayers for a great outcome for Christi and patience, strength and health for the whole family.
Thank you to everyone that brings news to us!
Hugs,
Alexandra |
frostweed
Josephine, Arlington, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 13, 2008
10:41 PM Post #5411448
| May the Lord be with you and help you during this stressful time.
Josephine. |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
August 14, 2008
08:45 AM Post #5412607
| Shari... people say that DG is just a gardening site? Be there heretics and blasphemers in our midst? Point them out to me! I shall put them to the question until they recant, much like the Spanish Inquisition did long ago. I see ourselves as a virtual, global, benevolent, non-hierarchic order of like-minded people. I will accept no other description.
I hope that Christi's pain goes away quickly. I, myself, am hypersensitive to pain. The whole family, on my mother's side is like that. I don't do pain well; bring on the strong drugs! I can do heavily medicated - I don't mind. But you don't want to be around me when I'm in pain. Christi, you remain in our prayers and thank you, everyone, for relaying the info you have.
Take care, all.
Sylvain. |
DawninTx
Nevada, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 14, 2008
01:10 PM Post #5413740
| Chisti,
Just now seeing this thread. My thoughts and prayers are with you for a speedy and painless recovery. |
Sheila_FW
Fort Worth, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 14, 2008
03:12 PM Post #5414289
| Anyone heard from Mike today? |
eyesoftexas
Toadsuck, TX
(Zone 7a)
August 14, 2008
05:41 PM Post #5414792
| LouC...prayers and positive thoughts for you and your DH.
"eyes" |
Mibus2
(Phyllis) Flint,, TX
(Zone 7b)
August 14, 2008
06:57 PM Post #5415050
| Well see what happens when I go looking and just sent a Damil out to find the right place.
Mike just called me and said she is still in ICU ..she did walk a lil bit but they are keeping her in ICU to watch her in case there is a reaction to the meds she is on now.
they are hoping she gets into a regular room soon and he said maybe come home Sunday.
Once she is in a regular room he will stay there with her but tonight he is at home. |
Islandshari
Kwajalein
Marshall Islands
(Zone 11)
August 14, 2008
07:24 PM Post #5415138
| Sylvain...I agree with you completely my friend.
Thank you for all the updates, I'm sure Mike has his hands full keeping the rest of the family updated. Randy - I know whereof you speak as far as coming out of the anesthesia...after my last surgery I thought I had slept on and off for several days, and finally was awake enough to ask the nurse what day it was...I had only come out of recovery a few hours before!!!!! I had the daunting thought of going through everything I thought I had already done! Yuck!!! With all these positive thoughts, Christi will be right as rain in no time. Keeping her close to my heart...
Yokwe,
Shari |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
August 14, 2008
08:21 PM Post #5415321
| In the waking room after my hernia operation 5 years ago, I heard 2 lovely asian twin nurses talking to me. I was quite groggy but there was (thankfully) no pain.
And there they were, 2 of them at the foot of my bed, calling: "Sylvain... Mr. Forest... Are you OK? Are you awake?". I told them: " Please only one of you talk at one time. I can't listen to both of you at once". They, they said: "But Mr. Forest, I'm alone here". I put one hand in front of my left hand and wouldn't you know it, she was right! That might also explain the 2 clocks on the wall. Ah, the wonders of modern medicine.
Sylvain. |
AlohaHoya
Keaau, HI
(Zone 11)
August 14, 2008
09:37 PM Post #5415738
| Yes...I was thinking today of her first 'walk'...argh. The nurses were too small to help me - I am nearly 6' tall...so my room mates' husband was my balance!!!! Good for Christi!!!! What a soldier!!! |
Mibus2
(Phyllis) Flint,, TX
(Zone 7b)
August 14, 2008
09:47 PM Post #5415788
| I am on the phone now with Mike and I am calling the hospital as soon as we are done to see if I can fax this thread to them for Mike or the hospital to read...so if you read this hurry and post as I am printing it out at 11pm CST and faxing it to the hospital
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katiebear
mulege
Mexico
August 14, 2008
09:56 PM Post #5415825
| Hi Christi, You take it easy, let people wait on you and take your time healing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Relax and heal.
katiebear |
pepper23
KC Metro area, MO
(Zone 5b)
August 14, 2008
10:15 PM Post #5415882
| Hi Christi!! Hang in there, it will get better and you will be back on here sooner than you think!! |
Marcy_1
New Madison, OH
(Zone 5a)
August 14, 2008
10:32 PM Post #5415961
| Hey Christi...Just remember...inch by inch...everything is a cinch!!! You will feel better each day! |
kimarj
(Kim) Philadelphi, PA
(Zone 6a)
August 14, 2008
10:32 PM Post #5415962
| Hi Christi!! Sending gentle hugs and wishing you a speedy recovery!!
Kim |
goofybulb
El Paso, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 14, 2008
11:37 PM Post #5416218
| Hey, Christi!
Get well soon! I miss you, and everyone here does too!
Gentle hugs, good thoughts and wishes!
goofy Alexandra |
AlohaHoya
Keaau, HI
(Zone 11)
August 15, 2008
12:48 AM Post #5416441
| Christi...I know you will hear this...so...I saw my surgeon today for the 3 month xray and review...he said I am above the curve and doing great and I saw my screws in my back and I thought...YAY...Christi will get there soon and will be so happy!!!!! ----- Thinking of you our dear friend...
Carol |
Mibus2
(Phyllis) Flint,, TX
(Zone 7b)
August 15, 2008
12:56 AM Post #5416461
| ok at 11:41 pm the fax is on it's way to the ICU unit to Christi
Instead of sending 14 pages I only send her the posts that were entered after her last post August 11, 2008
4:55 PM and I removed my posts to make it smaller page wise so it was 3 pages total
I am also going to share what I said at the beginning of it as I know some of you were already in bed or busy else where
"Mike called me Thursday evening with the update and I thought what better way to let ya know what is going on then to send you your thread on DG….. See you can run and you can try to hide but I will find you one way or another… LMAO…but then Mike did help me by giving me the number to ICU so I could call and get a fax number. Make sure you thank Lindsey as she is the one that gave it to me and said she would make sure you got it.
Now I know this isn’t everyone as it was after 8pm when I posted so I am going to step up here and let you know that Everyone is praying for you and sending you wishes for a speedy recovery BUT that means you BE A GOOD GIRL and DO what the doctor and nurses say."
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Braveheartsmom
Kihei, HI
(Zone 11)
August 15, 2008
12:57 AM Post #5416466
| Love you Christi!
Thanks everyone for keeping us up to date - I didn't want to keep bothering Mike, he must be very tired.
Jen
Rats! Cross post, I missed it!
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goofybulb
El Paso, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 15, 2008
01:15 AM Post #5416560
| Thank you, Phyllis!
Wishes for a good rest for Mike, return in the regular room and then home for our Christi, and a happy weekend together at home!
Sylvain, you are something! yep, the marvels of modern medicine! Carol, I'm so happy that you feel better!
Positive thoughts, everyone, for a better tomorrow!
Hugs,
Alexandra
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City_Sylvia
Dallas, TX
August 15, 2008
01:28 AM Post #5416602
| Oh my , I dont know why i am just seeing this thread. Which Hospital in Christi in? Is she still in ICU? Why is she in ICU? |
pepper23
KC Metro area, MO
(Zone 5b)
August 15, 2008
07:02 AM Post #5416940
| Sylvia, she had back surgery and is still in ICU cause the docs want to make sure she doesn't have a bad reaction to her meds. Otherwise she is ok, just really sore. |
Mibus2
(Phyllis) Flint,, TX
(Zone 7b)
August 15, 2008
09:28 AM Post #5417325
| My Pleasure Alex I thought it would really help her spirit being able to see what she can't get to right now.
I know alot of friends are here and when ya can't get online to talk to them you go through withdrawals and get depressed.
She is at Baylor Hospital (Truett Hospital ICU Rm 403) but they are hoping to move her to a regular room soon.
When I called last night to get the fax number the nurse said she can take phone calls but she was asleep
I believe her home address is in the ...oh shoot forgot the name of it but it is the spot where you put your addy here on DG. ...if not I do have it but you will have to dmail me for it if you want to send her a card or such*S*
Phyllis |
eyesoftexas
Toadsuck, TX
(Zone 7a)
August 15, 2008
09:55 AM Post #5417448
| The DG Address book, under extras.
"eyes" |
rjuddharrison
Houston, TX
(Zone 9a)
August 15, 2008
10:05 AM Post #5417488
| I wonder if I have the right number for Mike...Christi gave it to me last week..going to have to double check. |
Mibus2
(Phyllis) Flint,, TX
(Zone 7b)
August 15, 2008
10:33 AM Post #5417626
| RJ mike has her cell with him but dmail me if ya want. |
Sheila_FW
Fort Worth, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 15, 2008
10:33 AM Post #5417628
| As much as we want to speak with Christi, please refrain from calling her for another day or so. Having gone through this myself and with my husband, what she needs is rest right now, hopefully sleeping a lot. When she is awake, she is in pain and unless someone is there, can't turn to answer a phone easily. Contacting Mike on the cell would be best.
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rjuddharrison
Houston, TX
(Zone 9a)
August 15, 2008
11:31 AM Post #5417987
| ooooohhh...I'm calling HIS cell...
For you Christi! These are opening this morning, and a gloriosa dangling in..
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Sheila_FW
Fort Worth, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 15, 2008
01:36 PM Post #5418545
| Beautiful offering RJ! |
Mibus2
(Phyllis) Flint,, TX
(Zone 7b)
August 15, 2008
02:54 PM Post #5418798
| Rj Mike said last night the grandson had his cell ...LOL
anyway just got a message on mind from mike and he says 1:21 friday afternoon ... she is doing wonderful wonderful wonderful ...she has been up walking down the hall... into the bathroom , sitting in the chair eating we are on the downwards roll so hopefully will go home soon. |
Sheila_FW
Fort Worth, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 15, 2008
03:16 PM Post #5418904
| VERY good news, thanks for passing that along Phyllis! Like I said you know you are going to be sore and hurt, but the pain killers they have to give you at first can be the worst. Until the swelling starts going down and the antiobiotics take over they have to do that. Glad to hear she is on track!
Good days are ahead Christi!!! |
rjuddharrison
Houston, TX
(Zone 9a)
August 15, 2008
05:06 PM Post #5419271
| LOL...okay...thankyou! |
goofybulb
El Paso, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 15, 2008
05:19 PM Post #5419310
| Beautiful flowers RJ!
Phyllis, thanks again for the update. Great news, let's hope she comes home quick! Does this mean she's out of ICU?
I'm not planning to call (those phones must be ringing like crazy anyway), but I believe an email or regular mail can give her just as much encouragement and pleasure.
Christi, I'm so happy on the progress! We are all waiting for you to get home and sign in! In the meantime, prayers, positive thoughts and gentle hugs,
Alexandra |
Mibus2
(Phyllis) Flint,, TX
(Zone 7b)
August 15, 2008
05:52 PM Post #5419481
| Ya know I never thought to ask when I talked to him.
He handed the phone to Christi which I was not planning on ...and I didn't' ask her either
she is not focusing to be able to read so Mike was reading the posts to her, she was happy to have it.
she is horse of course and they are watching her blood pressure so I did not keep her on the phone to talk I told her to do what the doctor says and make sure she has help not to be stubborn and try to do things herself. LOL
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Braveheartsmom
Kihei, HI
(Zone 11)
August 15, 2008
05:57 PM Post #5419499
| At work here, but had to check in to see the updates - I am delighted!
Carol, so glad to hear that you are "above the curve"! We always knew that!
Anyone who talks to Mike please give him our love too...
Jen |
AlohaHoya
Keaau, HI
(Zone 11)
August 16, 2008
12:50 AM Post #5421181
| All that news sounds wonderful!!!!! I am so darn glad for her!!!!!
Carol |
Sheila_FW
Fort Worth, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 16, 2008
01:01 AM Post #5421208
| Oh, I got to watching Olympics and forgot to post that Mike called. I got the same good progress info that he gave Phyllis but he did say that she still was not in a room, it would be tomorrow afternoon. He said the ICU she is in, is not the Trauma type ward, it is more a special care section, and he would love for them to leave her there.
Of course I will say it before someone else...she IS "special" and we are glad she is getting close attention.
Phyllis or Jen...Did either of you ask how the dog bite was? I imagine it would not stand a chance against the antiobiotics she is getting.
Oh and she is getting up on her own to go to the bathroom!
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Braveheartsmom
Kihei, HI
(Zone 11)
August 16, 2008
01:26 AM Post #5421245
| Aloha,
Just home from work and there was a messge from Mike - wonderful day for Christi! Same news he told Phyllis, but how wonderful of him to take the time to give me a call!
No, I didn't ask Mike about the bite - I kept it very brief as he had only just spoken to the surgeon when he called me the first time, and I knew he must have had a hundred phone calls to make on top of what must have been a very stressful day...I rather imagine you are right Sheila about the antibiotics.
Although I wasn't home to take the message, Mikes voice sounded very happy with today's progress.
Warmest Aloha to all. |
goofybulb
El Paso, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 16, 2008
01:27 AM Post #5421246
| Hugs to the news-bearers and to Mike, and of course, to our Christi! |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
August 16, 2008
07:55 AM Post #5421580
| Gail and I are delighted at these great news.
Thanks to all who pooled their energy and info so we could keep abreast of Christi's progress.
Take care, all.
Sylvain. |
frostweed
Josephine, Arlington, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 16, 2008
08:33 AM Post #5421680
| Wonderful news !!! Thank the Lord. |
stephanietx
Fort Worth, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 16, 2008
12:16 PM Post #5422558
| Christi~So glad your surgery went well and you're on the mend. May your recovery be a short one and the pain you've been feeling totally gone!!
Stephanie |
Mibus2
(Phyllis) Flint,, TX
(Zone 7b)
August 16, 2008
12:20 PM Post #5422570
| NO I didn't ask on the dog bite I thought it best to leave that area alone for now since it was just before she went in and I didn't want to get her upset or mike.
But like Sheila says I'm sure it doesn't have a chance to do anything but get better with the antibiotics |
AlohaHoya
Keaau, HI
(Zone 11)
August 16, 2008
12:45 PM Post #5422649
| Her moments of giving a darn about anything but her own comfort will be longer than MOST people...but they will be few and far between...I hope she gets lots of rest!!! |
MitchF
Lindsay, OK
(Zone 7a)
August 16, 2008
01:16 PM Post #5422760
| Talked to Mike last night, she should be in a room today and might be heading home early next week. He mentioned a thread on here and thought I might post an update for you all too.
Keep the prayers going - she is getting so much better. |
goofybulb
El Paso, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 16, 2008
04:56 PM Post #5423496
| Thanks for the update, Mitch!
Keeping good thoughts and prayers for Christi and Mike,
Alexandra |
patrob
Goldthwaite, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 16, 2008
06:26 PM Post #5423779
| It's good to hear, Christi, that you are improving! You and Mike will be home and relaxing in just a few days, and it won't be long before you are back in the garden better than ever! Hoping to see you in October,
Patricia
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Texasgal77
Baytown, TX
(Zone 9a)
August 16, 2008
10:19 PM Post #5424761
| Thanks for all of the updates! So glad that Christi is doing well! After all of this Mike will need time to recoop as well! |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
August 17, 2008
12:54 PM Post #5426734
| Christi was on my mind first thing this morning, even before I got coffee going. Each new day will bring her closer to pain-free living. We're all pulling for you, girl!
Sylvain. |
Sheila_FW
Fort Worth, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 17, 2008
01:29 PM Post #5426860
| Hopefully if you keep improving like you are, you can go home in a couple days, maybe tomorrow?! Thinking of you and praying you can get to see that wonderful yard of yours soon!
Sheila |
pepper23
KC Metro area, MO
(Zone 5b)
August 17, 2008
07:38 PM Post #5428428
| Here's a Blue Morpho butterfly for Christi. :~) 
Click the image for an enlarged view.
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goofybulb
El Paso, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 17, 2008
07:48 PM Post #5428485
| Pepper, with all my insect phobia, I have to admit, that is one gorgeous butterfly! I even dared to make the picture big!
Christi, all the beauties in this world wait for you to come back home! Get well soon!
Have no idea what this is, just thought it was pretty! Flowering in mid-January in Naples, Florida.
Click the image for an enlarged view.
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pepper23
KC Metro area, MO
(Zone 5b)
August 17, 2008
07:49 PM Post #5428490
| They are even more gorgeous in person. And huge too. And their personality reminds me of Christi. :~) |
TXBBQ
Allen, TX
August 17, 2008
08:01 PM Post #5428551
| Christi...
Best wishes for a speedy recovery. I hope you'll continue to do well. Frustrating year for TX gardeners, and me as a newbie. I'll try to hang in there and give it another shot with fall coming.
Take care and try not to rush your recovery. You'll get there!
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Sheila_FW
Fort Worth, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 18, 2008
01:13 PM Post #5431267
| Monday 18th(noonish)
I just received a call from Mike, Christi's DH. She is getting around great and managing her pain very well. She was alert and sitting up reading the paper. She asked me to post and let everyone know that the doctor said another day or two she will be going home! She is in a room now, it is #JO608 in the Baylor Hospital in Dallas (Johnson Hosp. Bldg.). I am sure she is really enjoying the food too! LOL! Home will look so wonderful when she gets there. Recovery will be so much easier there too!
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AlohaHoya
Keaau, HI
(Zone 11)
August 18, 2008
01:17 PM Post #5431285
| Sheila...thanks so much for the news. Please tell her I am thinking a lot about her!!!
Curiously, even when I was in a lot of 'pain' after the surgery...it wasn't the same pain as I was living with for years so it was wonderful!!! I felt so successful. I am sure she is going to be feeling that too!!!!
carol |
Braveheartsmom
Kihei, HI
(Zone 11)
August 18, 2008
01:18 PM Post #5431294
| Aloha!
Thanks for the update - great news! |
goofybulb
El Paso, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 18, 2008
01:56 PM Post #5431445
| Rooting for our Christi!
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City_Sylvia
Dallas, TX
August 18, 2008
04:29 PM Post #5432106
| Would Christi still be in the hospital? I've been out of town, but I sure would like to run over there. Is she at the Baylor here on Gaston? |
Sheila_FW
Fort Worth, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 18, 2008
05:19 PM Post #5432286
| So true Carol. I can remember wakeing up and the first thing I felt was my toes!! My lower leg and toes had been numb before my first surgery and it was like getting a new leg! LOL!
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Sheila_FW
Fort Worth, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 18, 2008
05:28 PM Post #5432331
| Sylvia, she would be still there today for sure, probably tomorrow. I just spoke with Mike this morning. She is in the Jonsson Hosp building, at Baylor Dallas. I misspelled it earlier. Here is the map, Gaston is the main address to the hosp.
http://www.baylorhealth.com/locations/bumc/findus/jonsson.ht...
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lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
August 18, 2008
06:50 PM Post #5432704
| And the crowd of wellwishers goes wild: Christi, Christi, Christi!
Sylvain. |
Braveheartsmom
Kihei, HI
(Zone 11)
August 18, 2008
09:47 PM Post #5433487
| Aloha, I hope you haven't all gone to bed, but Sweet Mike just called...Christi is doing well and they have her pain medication adjusted to where she is as comfortable as can be expected. Mike says that she is walking to the bathroom and is eating well, real food now - not broth. There was some talk about Christi going to a physical therapy center for a couple of days after being relased from the hospital, but Mike wants her to come straight home so that he can look after her and "feed her up with some good food".
Mike said that they had overdone the medication whilst she was under and she wouldn't wake up (I think he said 6 hours). Anyway, he raised the alarm and come to find out that she had been given muscle relaxants on top of morphine, which the doctor admitted to Mike should not have been done. Because of this they didn't give her any pain medication for the next two days - imagine!
I hope that I have got the facts right! Mike said that she had a wonderful day today - he can't wait to get her home in his care.
Our Christi's coming home! |
Braveheartsmom
Kihei, HI
(Zone 11)
August 18, 2008
09:51 PM Post #5433513
| Whoops! Forgot...
Mike said someone from Hawaii sent Christi some jelly, but put no return address on the package. He very much wants the Menahune's telephone number so that he can call. He asked me to post and to ask whoever it is to d-mail me and for me to give them Mikes number or get a number from them for him to call
Aloha |
goofybulb
El Paso, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 18, 2008
10:00 PM Post #5433561
| Aloha, Jen! Not sleeping here (hey, it's barely 8pm for me...). Always eager to hear news about Christi. She sure could have done without that medication problem...
Christi, so happy to hear you're doing better and better each day!
The wellwishers (as Sylvain very nicely said it) are waiting for you home too! There's nothing like home food, home bed, home garden, home everything, to cure you completely! Some physical therapy might be good, but I wonder if there is a possibility of doing it at home.
Cheers for Christi, and for the newsbearers, and for all the beautiful people here!
Alexandra |
Texasgal77
Baytown, TX
(Zone 9a)
August 18, 2008
10:24 PM Post #5433738
| Christi, YOU GO GIRL! Get well soon! |
City_Sylvia
Dallas, TX
August 18, 2008
11:49 PM Post #5434224
| Ohh poor Christi ... I hope there is no more mishaps. Mike is so sweet, he wants his darling home so he can take care of her ... love it ... just love it! |
Sheila_FW
Fort Worth, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 19, 2008
12:26 AM Post #5434393
| Jen... That call that my DH took, he told me that Mike said they were having trouble wakeing up from the anesthesia. Then he said also they were having trouble regulating her pain killers. So I thought DH must have gotten it wrong; and didn't post that part. Plus, I didn't want to alarm anyone with info I didn't know it to be true since I hadn't talked with Mike.
So...that was the case! She was over medicated I guess you would say. Thank goodness Mike was with her to keep them at bay. Hate that she had to endure all of that, but at least she is past it now. |
AlohaHoya
Keaau, HI
(Zone 11)
August 19, 2008
01:26 AM Post #5434589
| Sure wish they could finish 'practising medicine' and get with the program!!!!
Carol |
Sheila_FW
Fort Worth, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 19, 2008
08:58 AM Post #5435210
| I used to work for a veterinarian and he said something one time after we lost a patient that stuck with me. "It is medical practice, not medical perfection." |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
August 19, 2008
11:33 AM Post #5435962
| Good day, everyone.
That medication problem is indeed unfortunate but that is all in the past. Christi is home now. Her entourage will take good take of her. She'll be back in shape in no time. We can't wait.
For Christi, who has just lived through her surgical ordeal and for everyone who sees the future with apprehension, I offer this Litany Against Fear from Frank Herbert's SciFi masterpiece, Dune:
"I must not fear.
Fear is the mind-killer.
Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration.
I will face my fear.
I will permit it to pass over me and through me.
And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path.
Where the fear has gone there will be nothing.
Only I will remain."
It helped me tremendously a couple years ago when I thought a depression would get the better of me, when after staring at the leaves swaying in the wind for months, I had to muster enough courage to look into a deep dark recessed corner of myself to heal or crumble. One does not die from such introspection but you inevitably return a changed person. We must not fear...
Take your time and heal fully, Christi; do not fear. We're all here for you.
Sylvain.
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AlohaHoya
Keaau, HI
(Zone 11)
August 19, 2008
12:52 PM Post #5436423
| beautiful Syvain...just beautiful! And so true! |
goofybulb
El Paso, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 19, 2008
03:10 PM Post #5437170
| Good morning (well, morning for me, because I way-over-slept) everyone!
Christi is home? Well done, so thrilled to hear it! Beautiful, Sylvain!
Christi, welcome home! Everything HOME will make you better and better each day! Keeping you in my prayers!
Hugs,
Alexandra |
Sheila_FW
Fort Worth, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 19, 2008
04:00 PM Post #5437441
| Alexandra...I don't think she is home yet...but very close I believe. |
goofybulb
El Paso, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 19, 2008
04:30 PM Post #5437609
| oh, I must have misunderstood... but I stand by my wishes and prayers! |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 19, 2008
05:10 PM Post #5437787
| Have been here in this beautiful, wonderful, lovely, special place called home for all of 30 minutes. My eyes are still crossed so please don't mind the spelling.
Without the care of Michael and several good nurses don't believe I would still be here to harass the most beautiful people in the world. I won't even try to thank you because words are too obtuse Am tired beyond measure at this moment and my own bed beckons. Tomorrow...tomorrow. |
kimarj
(Kim) Philadelphi, PA
(Zone 6a)
August 19, 2008
05:12 PM Post #5437795
| Rest dear... |
goofybulb
El Paso, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 19, 2008
05:20 PM Post #5437822
| Yay! She's home for real!
Christi, have a good rest! We're here for when you are ready to chat. Speedy recovery and best of wishes!
Alexandra |
snapple45
Holland, OH
(Zone 5b)
August 19, 2008
05:50 PM Post #5437971
| Happy Day! |
caribblue
West Bay
Cayman Islands
(Zone 11)
August 19, 2008
07:28 PM Post #5438508
| welcome home you...when you awake in the middle of the night due to whatever...get online as so many of your loved ones live where it's daytime!! glad your home...fight the good fight kiddo...sea water makes you neutrally buoyant...water temp is 84 now and will climb another point or two...have room at the INN next month...advise when possible...
ferg |
Sheila_FW
Fort Worth, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 19, 2008
07:36 PM Post #5438531
| Great to hear you are home. Rest and relax in your own bed. We know you will have good care from Mike.
(((Hugs!!))) Sheila |
Mibus2
(Phyllis) Flint,, TX
(Zone 7b)
August 19, 2008
08:53 PM Post #5438909
| YEAHHHHH She's home!!!!!
Remember get your rest and do what you are told LOL
XOXO |
Texasgal77
Baytown, TX
(Zone 9a)
August 20, 2008
01:59 AM Post #5440154
| Welcome Home! Get plenty of rest! Don't overdo! |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
August 20, 2008
05:49 AM Post #5440372
| Christi, your returning home is one of the greatest news I have heard this week. Speedy recovery. Rest, be serious about your medication and your physical therapy and you'll be back puttering around your garden in no time.
Take care.
Sylvain. |
katiebear
mulege
Mexico
August 20, 2008
10:26 AM Post #5441213
| Hi Christi, Glad to hear you're home and on the road to recovery. Remember that recovery - especially fron a major surgery like yours - can be one step forward and two back sometimes. Rest when you're tired - and even when you're not. It will speed your recovery. I think the body does most of its repair work while you're sleeping so do that a lot.
We are all here and thinking good thoughts for you. Come back to read and comment when you're ready.
love,
katiebear |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
August 20, 2008
11:50 AM Post #5441637
| Yes, rest is very important. Listen to your body, as the saying goes. However, I find that laughter is also extremely important in healing. That's the trouble with people nowadays, they don't make time to laugh. So, dearest Christi, have a good laugh as often as possible. Don't make me post pictures of myself doing impersonations of Arnold Schwarczeneggar (sp?) in his bodybuilding days!
Sylvain. |
City_Sylvia
Dallas, TX
August 20, 2008
10:28 PM Post #5444707
| I knew you would do it Christi! |
cocoa_lulu
Grand Saline, TX
(Zone 7b)
August 21, 2008
11:50 AM Post #5446939
| Wishing you a speedy recovery, Christi! Hope the surgery will help you lead a happy pain free life full of dancing and gardening. Not this week, of course. It will come in time:0) |
AlohaHoya
Keaau, HI
(Zone 11)
August 22, 2008
01:21 AM Post #5450713
| You are on the home stretch...enjoy!!!
Love you,
Carol |
mpabbott1
(Mary) Poway, CA
(Zone 10a)
August 22, 2008
11:18 PM Post #5455183
| Welcome to the better backs club Christi. |
goofybulb
El Paso, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 22, 2008
11:22 PM Post #5455205
| Keeping the well-wishes and prayers going!
:o) |
AlohaHoya
Keaau, HI
(Zone 11)
August 23, 2008
12:46 AM Post #5455568
| That's good Mary...the BBC - Better Backs Club! |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 23, 2008
08:55 AM Post #5456228
| I'm quite sure you are correct with the label BBC but I haven't gotten the hang of it yet. Been up about 10 minute and I am headed back to bed. ahhhgggg... |
katiebear
mulege
Mexico
August 23, 2008
09:31 AM Post #5456325
| Hi Christ,
When you're sleeping your bady can heal better. Do lots of it. I just had a marathon - Four hours yesterday afternoon and ten hours last night. Toady is the first time in weeks that my knees aren't killing me. Listen to your body - if it's telling you to sleep - just do it. The healing will come.
Love,
katiebear |
katiebear
mulege
Mexico
August 23, 2008
09:41 AM Post #5456359
| P.S. If the Olypics had a sleeping contest Iid go for the gold. Do you care to try for the silver?
kb |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 23, 2008
10:47 AM Post #5456645
| I think I have already gotten you beat! Having muscle spasms today. |
AlohaHoya
Keaau, HI
(Zone 11)
August 23, 2008
12:55 PM Post #5457155
| Christi... there is NO WAY you are going to come out of the surgery you had and be able to trip the light fantastic immediately. Katiebear is right...listen to your body. 10 mins is a long time...next it will be 15 and you will feel so proud! Only YOU can heal YOU...
Carol |
rjuddharrison
Houston, TX
(Zone 9a)
August 23, 2008
04:18 PM Post #5457847
| Although...if I listened to my body, I wouldn't have gotten out of bed the next day after the hip operation. Those meanies got my fanny out and made me walk around the hospital with crutches..ouch ouch ouch ouch...but...one week later, after doing the excercises prescribed..I tossed the crutches and was on a cane...so ...like in all things of life ..
Moderation
love ya
Rj |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
August 23, 2008
05:44 PM Post #5458167
| Christi, 10 minutes is all you could muster today? That's great news. Tomorrow is another day. Who knows, maybe 15 or 20 minutes tomorrow. We're pulling for you, sweetie. If I were nearby, I would make you some of my homemade chicken broth made with real chicken (who knew?). You'll get better, give it time.
Big kisses.
Sylvain. |
Sheila_FW
Fort Worth, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 23, 2008
08:27 PM Post #5458889
| Each day is different...start counting the 'good' days and soon they will all be good days. T & Ps your way. |
goofybulb
El Paso, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 23, 2008
10:34 PM Post #5459412
| Keep it up, Christi! 10 minutes today, 15 tomorrow, and then all day! You can do it!
Hugs,
Alex |
Braveheartsmom
Kihei, HI
(Zone 11)
August 24, 2008
04:08 AM Post #5460152
| Thinking of you each and every day...
Love
Jen |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 24, 2008
04:13 AM Post #5460153
| Jen, are you there? |
MitchF
Lindsay, OK
(Zone 7a)
August 24, 2008
09:27 AM Post #5460553
| Good morning LouC - give me a call some time once you feel in the mood again! |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 24, 2008
09:36 AM Post #5460588
| Having never had surgery nor anesthesia, did not really know what to expect.
Feel like I have been run over by a Mac Truck. 12 days out and I feel worse rather than better. Others that have had anethesia tell me that it is really the problem...being out for 10 hours. Had lots of company yesterday here at the house and the thread is a real upper. Still stayed up too much. Monday or Tuesday start formal PT.
Time we started a thread with the adventures of Mitch Fitzgerald and family.
I'll do it... |
Braveheartsmom
Kihei, HI
(Zone 11)
August 24, 2008
12:14 PM Post #5461147
| Morning! Now I am here! Big fire last night which started on the other side of the Pi'ilani and jumped the road with the wind, to our side. It ran up the fields at the back of our neighbors homes and for a while it looked as if their homes would catch fire. Luckily the wind died with sunset and the firemen managed to get it under control as far as the homes were concerned. We had four helicopters using water from peoples' swimming pools to dump water as it took a few seconds less time than to get it from the ocean. Thick smoke everywhere. Local contractors send out their machines to scrape firebreaks, and also their water trucks to fill the pumper trucks on the spot - wonderful the way everyone comes together on a small island with limited resources. I spent most of the evening taking out food and drink for the firemen and volunteers, and we had a houseful of nervous neighbors. The helicopters stopped flying at nine oclock last night as it was getting too dangerous, but this morning (it's now 6am) they are starting dousing again - I guess trying to put out any embers before the trades get up at noon. There are quite a few kiawe trees on the hill and they will smolder for days and then suddenly burst into flame.
I hope this morning finds you feeling better Christi, I am sure that the anesthesia has probably depressed your whole body system, and you are still under the influence - I hope my silly chat will help take your mind off your pain, even if it's only for a second or two...
Off to work this morning, my co-worker, Gerry, who has had some major medical problems with his wife and son, has now come down with severe stomach problems and has been hospitilized, so I am filling in.
Love and hugs to both you and sweet Mike...
Jen |
goofybulb
El Paso, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 24, 2008
01:55 PM Post #5461615
| Praying for a pain-free Christi!
Jen, so happy that you're OK! |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 24, 2008
03:58 PM Post #5462131
| Oh, Jen. How scarey. Fire on an island must be like on a ship, no place to go. I can see how your calm demeanor along with Margaret and Frank would give others confidence. Hope Sandy and Braveheart weren't too disturbed. Poor Gerry. How can I possibly find anything to compain about with the cross he is carrying.
Alexandra, the card is a hit! The two year old wanted to see from where the sound was coming. |
AlohaHoya
Keaau, HI
(Zone 11)
August 24, 2008
05:05 PM Post #5462343
| Christi - enjoy your signals to rest. To sleep. I enjoy mine! Remember that it is your acceptance of your condition and the joy you experience getting stronger that will make you better - faster!!! I have received a number of compliments since my surgery: "You look so much happier...lighter". You are on that road!!!! Keep it up. |
goofybulb
El Paso, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 24, 2008
06:31 PM Post #5462631
| Well, Christi, I'm happy that you (and the little one) enjoyed it! We'll be waiting for you to sing it too!
Hugs,
Alexandra |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 24, 2008
07:23 PM Post #5462869
| Alex, the two year old is my great-granddaughter, Erin Elizabeth. Must be a mistake somewhere, I can't be old enough for a great-grandchilded. Now she can certainly take your mind to happier thoughts!
Carol, are you already planning a trip? or just RJ there? mumble, mumble, no way I can even go around the block yet,muchless take a trip and adventure, mumble, mumble. |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
August 24, 2008
07:26 PM Post #5462880
| Christi, for the first time in 6 weeks, I had a Sunday to myself. I took easy all day: a smooth, hazy, lazy, relaxing day. I even smoked a cigar to your speedy recovery while reading a good book and enjoying the warm Florida breeze in the shade.
Take care.
Sylvain.
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LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 24, 2008
07:34 PM Post #5462915
| That is great,Polarbear. I have had 3 rather long naps with the hope that I would awake and this would be gone. Mike says he also laid down for a short while and awoke to my motions and musings. When asked what I was doing, informed him that I was picking tomatoes and we didn't have very many red ones yet. ?????? |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
August 24, 2008
07:36 PM Post #5462920
| At least, you were in a happy place: in the sun, surrounded by tomato vines. It will come soon enough. Don't despair.
Sylvain. |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 24, 2008
07:46 PM Post #5462978
| You can always make anyone see the very best of every situation. Thank you. |
AlohaHoya
Keaau, HI
(Zone 11)
August 24, 2008
07:48 PM Post #5462989
| Christi...today I hurt too. And I am tired. And I came in for a nap. But this is me...it is just 'part of it' and I refuse to be discouraged because I can't do what I want to do, because my legs still have no strength, because because. It just is what it is and when my body aches I know it is asking me to be gentle and lie down. Altho my surgeon said it wouldn't make any difference, I still ice my back because it makes it feel better!!! You might try it...
You can't imagine the wonderful feelings of conquest you have ahead of you... every challenge met is another reason to celebrate! Like...walking across the room!!! |
rjuddharrison
Houston, TX
(Zone 9a)
August 24, 2008
08:11 PM Post #5463073
| LOL...oh my mumble mumble you are making me laugh!
Guess what? the first Hibiscus you brought back from Hawaii bloomed today! |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 24, 2008
09:13 PM Post #5463352
| oh gee guys, you are such good, good friends.
think maybe my main problem this evening is fever. Hurt ALL OVER.
Ok! Now that's enough. I am truly, truly miserable tonight but will not mention it one time tomorrow. May be really quiet on this end while I commit to that thought. |
Mibus2
(Phyllis) Flint,, TX
(Zone 7b)
August 24, 2008
09:18 PM Post #5463374
| see what happens when you do all that gardening in your dreams..*giggles*...as everyone says take it slow it will come in time...little steps
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Sheila_FW
Fort Worth, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 24, 2008
09:33 PM Post #5463445
| I wish I could say there was a quick fix pill you could take. I know DH is just this week really feeling like doing some getting out. This hopefully will be over for you this next week and you can see some relief. |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
August 25, 2008
09:19 AM Post #5464792
| Christi, dearest. Hurting all over is not fun but it is OK at this stage of the game. It will improve as surely as the sun will rise tomorrow.
Gail is in tremendous pain today. The pain has been increasing all week. Last night, she told me she would ask her rheumatologist for stronger medication because it is getting unbearable. At times like this, I try to be supportive but I am crumbling on the inside. She is sleeping now. She will do so most of the day, in that limbo state that is the slumber of the heavily drugged. Jokingly, I tell her I could place firecrackers in her nostrils, light them and she wouldn't feel it. Well, almost jokingly; there is a bit of truth in there.
At any rate, laughing is better than crying. Laugh, Christi, laugh until tears run down your cheeks. Your pain will pass slowly. To my chagrin, Gail's will only increase with time. One day at a time, one step at a time, one pain at a time. Let's all be strong here.
Sylvain. |
Braveheartsmom
Kihei, HI
(Zone 11)
August 25, 2008
11:34 AM Post #5465361
| Oh Sylvain, I am so sorry Gail is having such an awful day...please give her my love.
Christi, if you think you have a fever I hope you are going to call the doctor that doesn't sound right to me. I hope today is a better one for you. Hang in there, my friend.
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goofybulb
El Paso, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 25, 2008
12:13 PM Post #5465524
| Christi, today the pain will go away with pills, but every day will be better, and soon you'll be pain- and pill-free. Just have as much rest as you can, and keep looking at the bright side! You are the sweetest and youngest Grand-grandma, and Erin will bring sunshine everyday!
Dear Tropical Polar Bear, I am sorry that Gail is not feeling well, and I'm hoping for a better today and tomorrows for her as well.
Praying for beautiful, happy, pain-free days!
Hugs,
Alexandra |
AlohaHoya
Keaau, HI
(Zone 11)
August 25, 2008
01:14 PM Post #5465800
| Oh Sylvain...how agonizing it must be for you to see Gail in such pain. I sincerely think that if Gail didn't have you to be with her pain would be a lot worse!!! You are such fun and so caring!
Christi...aching all over is part of the package! It comes and goes. To me it says I have done too much and need to sleep and rest. Sitting up will do it big time!!!
Carol |
candela
Biscayne Park, FL
(Zone 10a)
August 25, 2008
06:58 PM Post #5467215
| christi, glad to hear you are home, but did you say fever ? make sure you tell your doctor about that and get on some antibiotics sounds like an infection possibly
nurse cassandra
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Sheila_FW
Fort Worth, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 25, 2008
11:27 PM Post #5468471
| Cassandra is right Christi. The Dr told my DH if his temp was 101 to call the office. That is an indication of what could cause an infection. You have a lot of hardware there that your body is treating like foreign objects trying to fight against it. With your strength down and your diet probably not up to par right now, you may need antiobiotics if you aren't taking them now.
Think of you often. When you feel up to it, give me a call.
Sheila
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Islandshari
Kwajalein
Marshall Islands
(Zone 11)
August 26, 2008
09:48 PM Post #5472352
| Hi my dear, dear friend! I am so glad to see that you are home and under the care of wonderful Dr. Mike. Like the others I urge you to call if you really do have a fever, but check, because (for me anyway) pain makes me feel hot. Since as Carol says, sitting is a big pain - but as our huggable polar bear indicates, laughter is a good medicine - why don't you have Mike pick up some of those AudioBooks...preferrable fun ones...at your nearest library. You can rest, even your eyes, but still enjoy some mental stimulation and maybe even a giggle or two. Were I closer, I would read to you, but alas the telephone bill would break the bank on that one. So sorry that I haven't been here much, but you have been in my thoughts daily.
Hello to everyone...been missing my DG friends bigtime!
Yokwe yuk and hugs all around...special squeezes for the newest member of the BBC!
Shari |
Braveheartsmom
Kihei, HI
(Zone 11)
August 28, 2008
10:58 AM Post #5478363
| Checking in today to see how you are doing Christi - did the fever go away?
Hey Shari, so nice to see you back. I hope your work load is getting less now and you will pop in more often. |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 28, 2008
04:23 PM Post #5479621
| Feeling really lazy. Have gone from one nap to another today. Eating protein when I am not hungry for anything. The lazy immediately follows another pain pill. Tomorrow morning go to surgeon for checkup and to have the staples removed. I'm told that is not as bad as it sounds. (I've been told a lot of things)
Still grateful to each and everyone of you for your concern and love. That's what makes everyday worthwhile.
Christi |
snapple45
Holland, OH
(Zone 5b)
August 28, 2008
06:14 PM Post #5480047
| It did not hurt a bit to have my staples removed. I'm confident that you won't have a problem. Just take it slow and careful getting to and from the Doctor's. The extra activity will tire you and might make you a little more sore. |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 29, 2008
01:39 PM Post #5483491
| Just came in from from 1st doctor visit. Good news! I didn't have staples to begin with. Just the butterfly bandages and "something else". She took off the top bandage said the rest would just dissovle. Am progressing very well. Feel like the dickens but that is par for the course. Mike is preparing lunch and I am going to sleep the rest of the day.
Feel so sorry for my friends that are in the path of the hurricanes.
Praying for each of you now.
Christi |
bookworm28
Houston, TX
(Zone 9a)
August 29, 2008
02:27 PM Post #5483650
| Christi - I'm so excited for you! I just now found this thread, and want to send you my thoughts and prayers for your continued recovery. Hope the surgical pain leaves soon and your back pain becomes just a bad memory.
I don't know where to wish this hurricane to go since I live in the "cone." It will be awful for whoever is in its path.
God bless you, Christi. |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
August 29, 2008
06:19 PM Post #5484425
| Christi, now there's good news. A good visit to the doctor, good news, food and sleep the rest of the day. It doesn't get any better than that. Rest and laugh. To achieve that last goal, here is a picture of my great grand ancestor, Johann Bear Bach.
Sylvain.
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lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
August 29, 2008
06:20 PM Post #5484432
| And, a few centuries after, my mafioso ancestor: Bear Capone.
I will not be held responsible if your stitches give out.
Take care.
Sylvain.
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LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 29, 2008
07:34 PM Post #5484743
| So fortunate to have such a wide range of infamous/famous friends. I believe all have been mentioned except perhaps Mr. Smokey Bear. Indeed yu have taken my mind to a number of places. Sure wish I were going to attend the open house next weekend. Will be thinking of you.
Christi |
AlohaHoya
Keaau, HI
(Zone 11)
August 29, 2008
09:50 PM Post #5485356
| Christi...Randy just got here!!! Wish you were here, too!
Carol |
Texasgal77
Baytown, TX
(Zone 9a)
August 30, 2008
01:30 AM Post #5485927
| Randy, so glad you got there safe and sound! Have a great time Y'all! Aloha!
Christi, so glad to hear that you are doing well! Just take it easy so that your body can heal. I know that it is difficult (like hitting a brick wall), but just sleep as much as you can. Don't worry about "anything", and just allow your body to use all of it's energy where it needs it right now. You'll have plenty of time later to do other things! You and Mike are in our prayers, Sweetie!
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LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 30, 2008
10:00 AM Post #5486563
| What a lucky guy Randy is. Never fear I shall arise like the Phoenix. This morning feels like that may be a whole year from now but I shan't give up. You two have a good time. I still haven't even been outside yet.
They took xrays yesterday and I got to see the scaffolding. Very interesting.
Gonna have to have the "nail girl" come to the house. Not up to riding to the salon yet. they should consider adding that to Medicare (yeah, right).
Seem to really be rambling this morning. Guess that means I am getting back to my old self. Carol, don't wear Randy out. He's not used to your fast pace. chuckle, chuckle.
Love all of you
Christi |
Sheila_FW
Fort Worth, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 30, 2008
11:16 AM Post #5486853
| Glad to know you didn't have to get stiches out and that everything is going as it should. When are you going to start therapy did you say? I know that will be tiring at first, but it sure helps with mobility. I went in using a cane to walk and after a week of faithfully doing the exercises was able to get around so much better. |
Braveheartsmom
Kihei, HI
(Zone 11)
August 30, 2008
11:33 AM Post #5486894
| Christi, you sound SO much better and brighter - it sounds as though the worst is over now, and although you have a long way to go yet, you are on the road to recovery! Whoo Hoo! Keep up the good fight!
My first Saturday off in 17 months, apart from the one I took while you were here, and I have great plans for today starting with going to La Perouse bay to see if the dolphins are in this morning. Wish you and Mike were here to go with us.
I hope each day is a little better for you - you have a wonderful "nurse" in sweet Mike.
Love from all here.
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goofybulb
El Paso, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 30, 2008
02:25 PM Post #5487470
| Hurray for Christi and the good visit to the Dr.! I'm so happy to hear it! You are in my thoughts and prayers for a quick and complete recovery.
I want to share my ray of sunshine these days (I'm again in Miami for 2 weeks) - my godson. He is a self-proclaimed knight, but no horses are allowed in the house!
Wishing everyone to be safe, dry and away from Gustav's path!
Big hugs,
Alexandra
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LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 30, 2008
02:42 PM Post #5487522
| Enjoy your day, Jen. You certainly deserve it. All of my big family is off in different directions, including Mike. Going to close the shutters, turn down the AC and sleep all afternoon so next time they are on the go I will be in the front seat. |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 30, 2008
02:49 PM Post #5487548
| What fun! I know have a Knight to protect me as well. Just played the "I feel good" card for the 2 year old ggd and she wanted to take it with her.
Must be sure that all of you know how much I appreciate the cards, gifts and sweet wishes. Makes my heart very tender and I cry from the joy of being surrounded by the best of the best. Hope I will be up to guests real soon.
Sheila, Thank you again and again for all that you have done...and Herman recovering from back surgery as well.
Jen, Randy brought sapling Papaya in April. Today Mike trimmed the extra leaves because it appears we have baby fruit. Takes me right back to your lanai. Oh what a happy day that was!!
Christi |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 30, 2008
05:43 PM Post #5488118
| Just took a very short walk around the garden for the first time in 3 weeks. Lo, and behold, the brug Jen sent is blooming. The trunk is about 3 feet tall now. I could not bend down to read the name but I seem to remember it is "dreamsickle" or "creamsickle". so beautiful with a double bloom and a sweet aroma.
Feeling bad for all of friends that are in the path of the hurricanes. Jen, what about the fires?
Christi |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
August 30, 2008
05:52 PM Post #5488146
| Hi, everyone.
Christi, I hope you had a laugh with those ridiculous photos I posted. Let's try to keep your mind away from your operation.
Aren't these troubled times, weather-wise? There is that awful hurricane Gustav that is on its way to Louisiana and that nefarious Hanna on its way to who-knows-where. Yesterday, Hanna's track would take her down to Hispaniola and Cuba. Now, it seems to be headed a bit more towards Florida. Only time will tell.
And best yet, after crying for year upon year that lake Okechobee's level is too low, they're now saying there will soon be too much water in the lake. I say we each buy a 5-gallon plastic container and send it to the good people that administer lake Okechobee's water level. If they have too much water, they can store the excess until there is not enough for their taste. What is this, Goldylocks and the three polar bears? Too high, Too low, Just right - no, just too high again. Hello, people... make up your mind, already!
I have installed a miniature pond by our patio set. I have made one of those homemade filters I had discussed earlier. It works very well. I'll post pictures of this contraption soon. We can now sit outside and listen to the sound of water as it exits the filter and cascades into a fountain at the surface of the water: very soothing.
Gail and I are still suffering from that crazy flu bug we caught a few days ago. We had to cancel the housewarming party, which would have taken place today. We'll reschedule in a couple of weeks. There is no way we could have entertained today.
Take care, all.
Sylvain. |
Braveheartsmom
Kihei, HI
(Zone 11)
August 31, 2008
11:24 AM Post #5490477
| Morning all!
Sylvain, loved the photos of your illustrious ancestors, now we can see where you get your good looks! Sorry to hear both of you are down with a bug and had to cancel your housewarming - I hope you are feeling a little better now. I am looking forward to seeing pictures of your pond when you feel up to it.
Christi, so very happy to hear that you were able to take a spin around the garden, and happy to hear that Creamsickle is putting on a show for you. Don't bother about bending down to smell her as brugs put out their best perfume at night, and then you don't have to do any bending at all, you can smell them in the air!
The fires are still popping up in small areas, but nothing the 'chopper can't handle. We are so dry on the hill that the fires burn right down the roots and travel underground and then flare up again as soon as the embers come across a patch of new vegetation...We had a pot luck at the firestation last evening so that we could all meet the firemen and thank them. It was a great turn out, and I believe all the station was very touched that the neighborhoods turned out to thank them personally for their hard work and to give them our Aloha. The fire had come right up to the back fence of the station, and six of the firemens personal cars had melted from the heat, it was very sad to see.
Aloha to all! |
Sheila_FW
Fort Worth, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 31, 2008
11:38 AM Post #5490516
| That was a good deed you did for them Jen. A shame that they suffered a loss while out trying to save others' property from fire; but it is their job. Glad to know your oasis has been spared.
Christi... I can just see your face light up when you finally got to take a tour of your beautiful yard. May it be a daily desire and keep your mind off of the still present pain. |
AlohaHoya
Keaau, HI
(Zone 11)
August 31, 2008
12:55 PM Post #5490728
| Christi...remember that gutsy gal who insisted on getting that boogie board to ride the waves...and inspite of the rough water almost made it... Well, your surgery is that boogie board and it is time to get on and ride that wave!!!! You CAN do it, PK... |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 31, 2008
01:29 PM Post #5490833
| I'm tryin'. All of the vital signs are gooood...but ...I feel terrible. Trying to cut back from Hydro to Darvocet. Think that may be what makes me feel so yuck. Also afraid of addiction to Hydro.
Should not be complaining about anything at all what with so many being moved to avoid Gustav.
Carol, gal with the boogie board has a big purple scar for her efforts.
Bet Jen and Frank were the instigators for the firestation potluck. Such super people all of your are.
Of course, my prayers are for the good health and safety of each one.
Off for a cool shower and another nap. Perhaps I am being a little hurried about being all well again. It will only be 3 weeks since surgery on Tuesday. That's not bad for an old woman. chucke...
Princess Kilikina |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
August 31, 2008
01:58 PM Post #5490951
| Hey Randy, Isn't this near your home? (I need to learn how to do the blue letters )
dmj1218
west Houston, TX
(Zone 9a)
August 31, 2008
10:21 AM
Post #5490469
My brother is in Groves and the police dept over there actually told him to wait until about 5pm to leave--if at all--because I10 is so clogged up with people from LA. He says about half the people in his neighborhood are still there--he is close to 39th (maybe 37th street?) street and pure atlantic hwy (or at least that's what they called it when I lived over there 25 yrs ago). Traffic is fine in Houston, once they get here anyway and they said on the news this morning that Houston (esp the west side) still is only about 70% booked and full in the motels/hotels. |
Braveheartsmom
Kihei, HI
(Zone 11)
September 03, 2008
01:45 AM Post #5501558
| Hey Christi, how's this week going? Are you guys expecting any fall out from Gustav? |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 03, 2008
09:03 AM Post #5502132
| Good Morning, Jen. Much better, thank you. Stayed up and dressed in street clothes all day yesterday. Three weeks from the "D day". Can walk (not very fast) standing straight up and looking forward.
It is almost 8 AM and it looks rainy. pretty windy right now. Forecast is for a high of 81 and winds 20-30 with gusts of 40. That sounds like a winter day here. hahaha
Sure hope those that have been run out of their homes can go back soon. I'm afraid many of our DG family has had lots of destruction. I often lurk on the Mid-South forum and there is a lot of heartbreak there. I am blessed in that I am warm and dry with my nest still in one piece. I pray that the aftermath will be better than Katrina. It appears they have learned something. My neighbors brother and family came from Picayune, Miss. Said they passed acres and acres and acres of the trailers that were built for temporary housing after Katrina. They are literally falling down where they stand while we (taxpayers) are still paying rent on the land to store them.
Pitiful porkbarrel. Need to get off of this or I will be deleted.
Wish you could get some of the rain to soak the ground.
PK |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
September 03, 2008
03:59 PM Post #5503860
| Hi, everyone.
Christi, knowing you're able to dress and be mobile again is such great news. Gail sends her best. Speaking of Gail, we are celebrating 31 years of mariage today. How can that be? I'm only 42.
Concerning the evacuations in New Orleans, I was reading in the newspaper this morning that it all went very well. However, the residents are going to be kept away from the city for a while yet because the authorities are cleaning up the debris brought on by the storm. The storm is over and people want to go back right away and tend to the properties they left behind.
However, those foolhardy people that didn't evacuate and stayed behind are free to go wherever they want and do whatever they want. That's another case where defiance pays. In the light of that, it seems that next time, people are not going to be so willing to leave and they'll be right back where they started.
Keep getting better.
Sylvain. |
AlohaHoya
Keaau, HI
(Zone 11)
September 04, 2008
01:00 AM Post #5506092
| Christi...glad to hear you are up and staying up!!! Do you feel stronger????
Randy just left to return home!! We had a great visit and I found he was comfortable to be with just like family (the kind you actually LIKE!!!).
Unfortunately, most people don't understand statistics and are angry they left. It was a statistical event that caused them to get the people out...next time they may be right and the folks won't have left. Too bad. And we all pay for it either way. Oh well...it's only money... :( |
Sheila_FW
Fort Worth, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 04, 2008
01:10 AM Post #5506106
| I think people lost so much in the hurricane before that they didn't want someone telling them they had to leave everything behind again. I think most would have left on their own, but come back the next day. They forget too; without electricity and gas you don't have a way to cook, clean, and stores aren't open either. |
Texasgal77
Baytown, TX
(Zone 9a)
September 04, 2008
01:28 AM Post #5506157
| Yes, but if you do evacuate on your own it costs money. With the price of gas and motels, and food, it gets to be very expensive. Our plan is "Cat three and under stay, "Cat 4 or more, GO!" We've ridden out Cat three's before with no problems.
Hopefully we won't have to evacuate this year. We do watch the storms very carefully. We have great respect for what they can do. It's a difficult decision to make. We are in the storm surge, so for Cat 4 we would be under a mandatory evacuation. 37 hours on the road for Rita 2005, was a most unpleasant experience that I don't ever want to go thru again. Then Rita turned and didn't come here. I thoroughly understand their frustrations, believe me!
The one thing about living here is, "at least you can see it coming". It's not like a Volcano, or Earthquake, so it does have it's advantages. We've only had to evacuate once in 31 years, so we have much to be thankful for!!!!
Christi, so glad that you are improving. My prayers are with you "Sweetie". I know that it is difficult being in pain and moving slowly. "This too shall pass", be patient.
Next year you will be so glad you made the decision to do this! God bless you! |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 04, 2008
09:33 AM Post #5506874
| Good Morning!!
Glad to see everyone is up and about. Two days of staying dressed and moving around has caught up with me. Had my first outing last night as we went to our daughter's for dinner. (only 3 miles) My mind and body are not yet in sync. I want very much to be on my own but my body tires soooo easily. Literature they gave me says it takes equal energy for this to heal as it does to run 5 miles per day. Never did that at the peak of my life. Will probably do a lot laying flat on the bed today.
It is 66 degrees this morning. Can you believe it? Were things different I would be outside in the jungle. Bless his sweet heart, at my direction, Mike straightened our little greenhouse and readied it for sudden occupancy. I wanted to do it myself so badly.
Carol, I can picture all of our friends here on DG the same as RJ...family to the bone. He was here last spring and I am ready anytime for a return visit. Sheila, Phyllis, Mitch, Broncbuster have all been here and I wanted them to stay much longer. Our visit together with Jennie was much too short and made me just want more and more. The day at RJ"S with Sharie, JB, Jeanne and her son was like a family reunion. Anyone heard from Pepper lately? My conciousness comes and goes depending on how much pain meds are necessary and I seem to be taking inventory today. There is a long list of friends that I haven't specifically mentioned and it is not because of lack of caring. The above list is ones I have had the privilege of meeting and hugging their sweet necks. I plan to meet every single one of you in the future. Maybe my intentions for the months to come. Wouldn't you be surprised if I just showed up at your doorstep?? Actually, so would I. chuckle
BTW, there are good side effects to this experience...20 pounds lighter...woooohooo! Now if I can just keep that in line. |
katiebear
mulege
Mexico
September 04, 2008
09:58 AM Post #5506969
| Hi Christi - You are sure sounding much better. Continue to pamper yourself and to allow others to take care of you.
I like what they told you about the healing being like running five miles a day. Helps you show some respect for that body that's been carrying you around all these years.
Continue to take care and let your body - not your mind - let you know when you're ready to do more, It will happen.
katioebear |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 04, 2008
10:12 AM Post #5507027
| That goes for you as well, Katie. Somedays I am sure you do much more physical labor than would be recommended.
Have a great day in the neighborhood.
Wow! My personal chef just sat down a plate of bacon, egg, toast, Maui jelly and V8. Breakfast and then a short morning nap. Best part is I am once again able to sleep naturally. |
Sheila_FW
Fort Worth, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 04, 2008
11:06 AM Post #5507292
| Good to hear you are being "served by a chef" lol!! Cootos to Mike for taking good care of you. As for the yard and plants, please let me know when you are to the point of moving stuff in and I can help Mike. You can always use a second set of hands I know.
DH should be released today from the Dr. He is ready! Still taking a few hydro. but doing so much better.
Well take care...later my friend.
Sheila |
katiebear
mulege
Mexico
September 04, 2008
11:08 AM Post #5507306
| Yes, Christi, I am always looking in the mirror when I am talking to you!!
katie |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 04, 2008
12:07 PM Post #5507569
| Sheila, you are to be commended as well for being a good care taker. Sure hope DH is back on his feet and not thinking about how much it hurts. I am still concentrating on that. I am definitely better but am anxious to be best.
I take that as a compliment, Katie.
Christi |
rjuddharrison
Houston, TX
(Zone 9a)
September 04, 2008
04:20 PM Post #5508418
| I'm baaaaaackkkk!
whew...what a ride...I left at 2:30 Yesterday from Hilo, got into Honolulu and layed over till 9:10pm - got on the flight..there were 80 standby (staff) and ya know your getting up there in the seniority department when your number 3 out of 80! Squishy squirm 7 plus hours..got back 9:50AM...went right to bed for a 4 hour nap. LOL...ask Carol about my naps!
We really did have a good visit. Fortuneatly I've been to the islands a few 40 times or so ..so my priority 1 was visiting with Carol..was a fabulous time. Like she said, it was though we had known each other all our lives and I was just popping in for a visit. Just like when I visited with you Christi! When Carol would politely ask me to get something for her ..I finally told her...Hey..just say BOY! get that for me!...then when Mark and Kevin arrived we had Boy 1, 2 and 3! Great guys!.
I'm posting photos. on the Tropical Forum.
Christi, your sounding so good right now! Good energy readings !
xxo
Rj |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 04, 2008
04:39 PM Post #5508479
| About time you checked in. Mike can tell you all about "Honey, will you peel me a grape?" hahahaha Carol deserves it, remember she has just had surgery herself. We must make the most of this while we can, right, Carol?
I thought you only had to fly first class? The seats between Dallas an LAX were the smallest I have ever seen. while I was carrying extra weight, I 'm not all that big to begin with and I thought I was a sausage in a veinna sausage can!!!
Glad you had such a great time. Bet Carol is the ultimate hostess...unless that could be Jenny. Bet you saw fantastic tropical plants. I'm sooooo ready to get back to the garden. Still barely walking so guess will just have to wait a while longer.
Are you on vacation or had to be back for work? |
rjuddharrison
Houston, TX
(Zone 9a)
September 04, 2008
05:35 PM Post #5508736
| You know...first class finally hit the "too much trouble" zone. I would have had to go through LAX...non stop trumped first class. |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 04, 2008
05:38 PM Post #5508747
| don't blame you |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
September 08, 2008
06:56 PM Post #5526240
| And so it came to pass on the 8th day of the month of September in this, the year of our Lord 2008, that Sylvain Forest became a permanent resident of these glorious United States of America.
All in all, the process took a full 2 years. I say it's like Christmas because you prepare and prepare for it and it's over in a flash. I can now live here, work here, travel abroad and return here unhindered by the good people at Immigration at the airport or the harbor. In a few words as in a thousand, you're all stuck with me. Gnaa, Gna, Gna!
This thread is rather quiet these days, isn't it? What's going on? Christi, how is the recovery?
Take care, all.
Sylvain. |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 08, 2008
07:14 PM Post #5526332
| Hallelujah!!! That is great news, Sylvain. However I have always thought of Canada as a brother/sister so don't know that it makes all that much difference. But then I have never been hassled either. Wouldn't think of you as someone we are stuck with, rather a great addition to the family.
Feeling much better, thank you for asking. 4 weeks tomorrow. Getting really bad cabin fever but don't really feel like getting out either.
Watching Ike and praying that he will just plain die out. Sure don't want any of my friends to suffer any more. |
Islandshari
Kwajalein
Marshall Islands
(Zone 11)
September 08, 2008
07:18 PM Post #5526360
| Congratulations Sylvain!!!!! I agree with Christi, not someone I consider "stuck with", rather a wonderful addition to the family.
Well done! |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
September 08, 2008
07:56 PM Post #5526543
| Thank you, thank you so much. Now that this is done, I'll wait 7 years and request my citizenship. But that's a long way off. I'll take a break from procedures and regulations in the mean time.
Ike missed us completely. We should feel its outer bands tonight. Where it will go, noone is quite sure right now. I imagine somewhere in the Gulf of Mexico. I hope Cuba wasn't too battered. Haiti sure got its share again. To all in Ike's wake: good luck and keep safe. Our prayers are with you.
Take care, all.
Sylvain. |
AlohaHoya
Keaau, HI
(Zone 11)
September 08, 2008
10:02 PM Post #5527249
| Great to hear Sylvain...you are one of us!!! But then...Canadians arent too much different, eh?
Christi...good news from you too! Funny thing going on here...I am in PT learning how to walk again... For so many years with the back pain I walked and moved in ways not to aggrevate it...and now I have pulled muscles etc... Have a bunch of stretching I have to do... Reckon you may have a similar adventure!!!
Carol |
Braveheartsmom
Kihei, HI
(Zone 11)
September 09, 2008
01:26 AM Post #5528098
| From one Residential Alien to another - congratulations Sylvain! Fancy it taking two years nowadays! I am seriously considering on getting my citizenship, after all it has been nearly 40 years...
So glad you are feeling so much better Christi - getting cabin fever is such a good sign! Keep up the good work!
Hey Carol, fancy having to learn how to walk again! I hope all is going well for you,
Aloha to all,
Jen |
Marcy_1
New Madison, OH
(Zone 5a)
September 09, 2008
10:24 AM Post #5528943
| Good morning Christi...and everyone!
Hoping the day goes well for you Christi! Like BHM said...getting cabin fever is a GOOD sign!!
Have a wonderful day!
Marcy |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 09, 2008
11:01 AM Post #5529127
| Carol, I see the doc tomorrow for the 4 weeks checkup. Will ask him about PT. It is probably a little early for my circumstances but it does sound reasonable. Glad you are still going forward. |
AlohaHoya
Keaau, HI
(Zone 11)
September 09, 2008
01:05 PM Post #5529673
| The PT I am given is to length/shorten muscles in legs and hips that had grown used to the 'old' back...you may have to wait until you are walking around more... I know now that when I start hurting, I need to get out and walk at least 1/2 mile...continuous walking...and the pain goes away!!! Still doing the 'trapeze bar' exercise as it works only the tummy and core muscles, not the back. This has been a learning experience! |
Marcy_1
New Madison, OH
(Zone 5a)
September 09, 2008
01:08 PM Post #5529685
| Carol...would you describe the 'trapeze bar' exercise please? I would like to know how it is done? |
AlohaHoya
Keaau, HI
(Zone 11)
September 09, 2008
01:10 PM Post #5529691
| Will try to take some photos today. It is really a good exercise... Describing it is hard!!!!! |
Marcy_1
New Madison, OH
(Zone 5a)
September 09, 2008
01:16 PM Post #5529708
| Ok thanks so much! |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 09, 2008
01:36 PM Post #5529766
| Lots of questions for dr. visit tomorrow. Actually will see the PA once more. Don't actually see the surgeon until 3 month anniversary. Today is 4 weeks.
Christi |
Sheila_FW
Fort Worth, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 10, 2008
01:10 AM Post #5532533
| Christi, are you getting to walk out in the garden now that it is cooler? I hope so. If help is needed to put things inside yet let me know. The hurricane Ike is bringing us a lot of rain and wind they say this weekend.
I still have the wheeled walker if you want to use it. I used it with both surgeries and it is so much better than a cane or holding onto walls. It was also good to move groceries in after I was better but couldn't lift much. It made me feel more productive at least.
Hope everything is in place for tomorrow. |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 10, 2008
02:13 AM Post #5532621
| Haven't used the walker that a neighbor loaned me. Inside I have plenty of access to other things to grab if necessary. Mike is so protective I don't lift Anything. When he is near I go down the steps into the garden but just to look. Am walking better everyday.
Biggest problem now is being able to go to sleep at night. Don't sleep very much in the day time so don't know what the problem could be.
How is Herman? |
Sheila_FW
Fort Worth, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 10, 2008
09:58 AM Post #5533412
| He has been released now and is back to about 80% of activity. He is taking less and less of his meds too. That new proceedure was really great. I wish they had done that for my fusion. He has been hard to hold down lately.
On this walker, I leaned into it and could walk faster without the fear of falling. It was wonderful exercise for me.
Did I understand you haven't started PT yet? |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 10, 2008
11:09 AM Post #5533690
| Not yet. See the PA today for assessment. |
Sheila_FW
Fort Worth, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 10, 2008
08:36 PM Post #5536090
| At first the PT will be tough, but they know what you need. Stick with it. Prayers your way. |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 10, 2008
09:02 PM Post #5536213
| Good news. Doc says I am ahead of the curve. Come back in 2 months no mention of PT. Still says no Gardening. yuck! No supplements. He is really a great person and always lifts my spirits, just like you, Sheila. Stayed up too long today and having twinges tonight. Quite normal.
Have 5 different brugs blooming in the garden tonight. Oh what heaven. May be never again but for tonight..what joy.
The last two days of rain has revived everything. Hoping and praying for the best for those that are anticipating Ike. |
Sheila_FW
Fort Worth, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 10, 2008
09:10 PM Post #5536252
| Isn't is so nice with the cool evening and the extra blooms! Glad you have a good progress report. I didn't have PT on my last one, maybe when it is a fusion it is better not to have therapy. I have one pitiful brug that doesn't know it it suppose to grow. I think I have it in too much shade. I believe I will dig it and move it inside this year and replant somewhere else in the spring. My Plumaria is doing great. It has put on two sets of leaves this last month. I hope it will do as well next year. |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 10, 2008
09:14 PM Post #5536270
| My plums are from the spring co-op and they are going great as well. Did I give you or Phyllis one...or both? I don't remember much past this afternoon. Questions: Have never had brugs or plums. Do they have to be dug and brought inside? |
MitchF
Lindsay, OK
(Zone 7a)
September 10, 2008
09:54 PM Post #5536508
| Yes Christi they will both need to come in your wonderful green house for winter
Glad to hear you are doing better - you are daily in my prayers Mitch |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
September 11, 2008
09:23 AM Post #5537846
| I'm glad to hear you're ahead of the curve. Stay there and surf all the way to full recovery, Christi. We're all rooting for you.
I love fresh plums. My grandmother used to harvest the ones that grew wild on our property in Montreal. She had this great big pickle jar that she sterilized. She would rinse the plums and pack them tight in the jar. Then, she would pour sugar into the jar until it filled every nook and cranny up to halfway up the jar. Then, she would fill the jar to the very top with rhum, close the lid and set them in a cool dark place. The jar would be opened at Christmas, where it was served over ice cream, drunk fruit and syrup. HMMM, how good that was.
Just sharing a childhood memory here. Take care, all.
Sylvain. |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 11, 2008
10:28 AM Post #5538161
| Sounds wonderful...makes my mouth water. |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
September 11, 2008
01:24 PM Post #5538933
| Try it with a dozen or so black plums, cut in quarters with the pits removed in a glass jar. Now's the time to try if you want to have them for Christmas. I tell you, you'll make a full gallon next year. Plus, they keep indefinitely. Not that they ever sat around for long, but yes they do keep for an awful long time; the longer the better.
Just a little something to look forward to.
Take care.
Sylvain. |
snapple45
Holland, OH
(Zone 5b)
September 11, 2008
01:40 PM Post #5539005
| How about fresh plum pierogis? My Hungarian grandmother would pit plums, wrap them in home made pierogi dough and drop them in boilng water. They were done when they floated to the top. After draining and cooling a little she would brown them very, very quickly in hot butter and roll in sugar. If we kids were around they ofen didn't make it to the butter, sugar step. We ate them as fast as they cooled enough.
This dough recipe is from allrecipes.com It is pretty authentic.
DOUGH RECIPE
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup warm water
1 egg, beaten
DIRECTIONS
In a large bowl mix together the flour, salt, and baking powder. Make a well in the center.
In a separate bowl mix together the vegetable oil, warm water, and beaten egg. Pour into the well of the dry ingredients. Knead dough for 8 to 10 minutes.
Cover dough and let rest for 2 hours. Roll out and fill as desired.
Worth every bit of the trouble!
|
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 11, 2008
02:10 PM Post #5539134
| Oh man! Here I have lost 20 pounds and you guys are helping me put it right back on. Oh well. what is life for if not to eat. hahahaha |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
September 11, 2008
06:43 PM Post #5540059
| Eat, drink and be merry: the three pillars of a sybaritic life. I'm all for that. Oh yeah, baby!
When I sit at the real estate office, I get to watch people walking by on the sidewalk. Some of them there quite mature ladies look like they have been sucking on lemons all their life and their husbands are not much better. There's a yiddish word for that but I forget. I don't ever want to look anything like that. At 53 years old, I still have my boyish good looks and I am intent on keeping them as long as possible.
When they finally drop my remains in a great big cardboard box and turn the incinerator on, that blaze is going to burn steadily for at least 3 days, melt the firebrick and the whole neighbourhoods will smell like baking brownies. I just took a picture of myself. If I do say so myself, I am just too good looking for my own good. Remember, Christi... laugh, it helps the healing process.I hope this brings a smile to your lips.
Take care, all.
Sylvain.
Click the image for an enlarged view.
|
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 11, 2008
06:46 PM Post #5540067
| Gooood loooking guy! You always lift all of our spirits, Sylvain. Haven't the nerve to post my picture. would creep you out. hahahaha |
snapple45
Holland, OH
(Zone 5b)
September 11, 2008
10:38 PM Post #5540971
| Made My day! I'm gonna make those plum pierogis. |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 11, 2008
11:39 PM Post #5541187
| My mother had a recipe much like the plums that Sylvain's grandmother did. Dried apricots into a pot and reconstitute with just a little water and steamed. Put in a pretty jar, add sugar and vodka. Gave them away at Christmas. Sometimes add a few cherries just for color. I may have to revive the tradition this year.
Christi
Can't sleep. I get all anxious for the others who are the road to escape Ike. |
Sheila_FW
Fort Worth, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 11, 2008
11:56 PM Post #5541253
| Hi Christi,
I am more concerned for those not wanting to evacuate! This one may be a bad one for TX. |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 11, 2008
11:59 PM Post #5541265
| So am I. I would be reluctant but would still get out of dodge.
Are you putting plants inside and securing things? I haven't been sure we will be involved. Besides Mike will have to do it all with me in the background giving orders. |
Sheila_FW
Fort Worth, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 12, 2008
12:12 AM Post #5541323
| I wish you had mentioned that this morning early, or called me. I could have helped today, but in the morning we are going down to Glen Rose and picking up my Great Nephew. He will be 4 next month, so there wouldn't be a moment to break away and come help. We will have him Friday night and maybe Sat night too.
We thought about that earlier and put it on our list of things we need to do tomorrow. If we have time in the morning before we take off, we will set plants down on the deck off of stands, bungy cord some of the tall ones or just lay them over. The big pots in the yard we will set in the shop and the little ones too. I have racks in there to get them up off of the floor. When it flooded before here, it was two foot high inside our shop and three foot above the water of the Koi pond! Everything that floated ended up at the end of the yard covered with debris; in the shop it floated to one end. So now we put everything up two foot off the floor. |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 12, 2008
12:30 AM Post #5541415
| Oh no, sweetheart. Wouldn't let you do that. Mike has expected to do it and has been very good. Only thing I would want for you is to share anything I have. I have reached the stage where I want to do it myself. Asked the doc yesterday about gardening and he said no for two more months. Too much strain on the bone graft. yuck.
I love, love Glen Rose. No one left there to visit and have been going to relatives my entire life. Enjoy your nephew.
Great grandaughter will be 2 next month and she is at a really precious stage. Of course, I get to love her and play and when she is cross...send her home with her grandmother, our daughter. Her turn. chuckle |
Sheila_FW
Fort Worth, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 12, 2008
12:38 AM Post #5541460
| We wear ourselves out with him and as soon as he is gone it is nap time for us! Well take care sleep well, we will pray our friends are safe. |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 12, 2008
12:42 AM Post #5541480
| Wish you were my neighbor. As I do so many others on DG. |
Texasgal77
Baytown, TX
(Zone 9a)
September 12, 2008
01:26 AM Post #5541642
| HiChristi! Hope you are doing well! The good news here is that now H. Ike is a Cat 2 and may go into land as a one . Bad news is that it has shifted, so now it may cross over Galveston, get into Galveston Bay, and come straight up the ship channel.
We are not evacuating. Tomorrow I will be at my Mom's (three streets over). We are a few miles from the coast and are at 26 ft above sea level. During Alicia we did not have any problems with the storm surge. DS will be here at the house with my sweet little boys, Dusty and Rusty (cats). DD and her family will be at her house.
Please say a prayer for all of us. We have three big trees near our house. I am praying they all stay standing. LOL!
See ya later, Gator! |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
September 12, 2008
07:26 AM Post #5541979
| All you people in Ike's path: may you all be safe, may the wind blow just enough to clear the dead leaves off the trees, may it rain just enough to water the greenery and may He take good care of all of you. You are all in our prayers.
Sylvain. |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 12, 2008
10:58 AM Post #5542650
| I second the motion.
Christi |
pepper23
KC Metro area, MO
(Zone 5b)
September 21, 2008
09:29 PM Post #5582708
| I'mmm baaaccck!! Computer went kaput several weeks ago and didn't get a new one til last week.
Christi, glad to see you are doing great on recovery. Just keeping smiling and laughing and time will fly by. :~)
|
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
September 22, 2008
09:38 AM Post #5584307
| Hello, everyone.
It's a glorious day in Delray Beach (FL) today. The sun is shining, there is a sweet breeze blowing, the grass is freshly cut and the world spins gently upon its axis.
Best yet is that I finally got a 75-gallon aquarium delivered yesterday. I will finish installing all that today. If you want something hard enough, the universe will give it to you. I paid pennies on the dollar for that aquarium. Oh, I am so pleased. I will need a bit of hardware to complete the setup, some pebbles and some fish but it will be gorgeous. I had been saving space in the new house for that aquarium and now it's here. At the risk of repeating myself, Oh, I am so pleased.
Take care, all.
Sylvain. |
pepper23
KC Metro area, MO
(Zone 5b)
September 22, 2008
08:56 PM Post #5586837
| Post pics when you get it all set up and filled with fish. |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 22, 2008
10:43 PM Post #5587476
| Oh gee. PolarBear. I was going to call for my reservations to fly tomorrow. Will just have to change my plans. (chuckle, chuckle)
LouC |
Texasgal77
Baytown, TX
(Zone 9a)
September 22, 2008
10:57 PM Post #5587535
| Nice job Polar Bear! Sounds like you got a great deal!
Christi hope you are doing well, dear! |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 22, 2008
11:05 PM Post #5587588
| Thank you, Jeanne. I really am. Still being very careful so nothing is undone.
Sorry about your plants. The sago and bananas you sent to me are growing wild. They like it here so far.
Don't overdo in trying to get things back in order. |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
September 23, 2008
10:50 AM Post #5588881
| Hi, everyone.
I worked on my aquarium setup most of the day yesterday . I installed an undergravel filter, the canister filter, filled it with water, added a layer of crushed coral for the under gravel filter, a plastic mosquito net over the crushed coral and large river pebbles over the mosquito net. That way, if the fish decide to dig, as they so often do, the mosquito netting will stop them before they can disrupt the undergravel filter's efficiency. I have introduced 5 baby african cichlids in there this morning. They are quinda lost in the 75 gallons of water but they'll grow. I also plan to add more small fry in there in time. I have posted a request for african cichlids on Craig's list. People are responding nicely.
I still have to take some algae-covered rocks and coral to be pressure-washed before I introduce them to the aquarium. An african cichlid aquarium requires quite a bit of rocks and hiding places for them to feel at ease.
I will certainly bore you with pictures of the whole thing when I am done; brace for it. There's nothing worse than a cichlid enthusiast's doting over his fish.
Take care, all.
Sylvain. |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 23, 2008
01:54 PM Post #5589509
| We are anxious to see it. Glad you are enjoying your new home and space it has given to you.
Christi |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 23, 2008
02:06 PM Post #5589538
| This came to me this week and I thought I might share it.
1. When geese fly in the "V-formation," they create an unplift for each other. A flock flying in formation can go 71% further than an individual goose flying alone. When we share a common goal and work together, we can get much more done.
2. If a goose gets out formation, air resistance causes it to get back into place. We need to remember that life is more difficult on our own,.
3. When the lead goose tires, it drops back and another goose flies at the point. We sometimes need to give room for others to lead...it helps us to avoid "burn-out" and gives them an opportunity.
4. Geese in formation honk to encourage the ones in front to keep up the pace. Encouragement can come in many forms...don't recommend honking...but words of encouragement are always appropriate.
5. If a goose has to drop out of formation, two others follow it down and stay until it is able to fly again. This reminds me of the wonderful people that inhabit DG...ready to stand by and just "being there" when the need comes.
We can learn a lot from the geese. The hurricanes of the last 3 years gives me pause to witness how we desire to help each other.
Have a blessed day.
Christi |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
September 23, 2008
05:11 PM Post #5590244
| So true, Christi... So true.
Sylvain. |
Braveheartsmom
Kihei, HI
(Zone 11)
September 24, 2008
12:16 PM Post #5593473
| Polar Bear, so happy to hear that you have your aquarium set up, and YES, pictures please! I had an aquarium in Arizona before we moved and had to give to to a friend - and although I only had goldfish in mine, I thoroughly enjoyed watching them, better than TV! It funny how the fish become little personalities after a while!
Christi, really enjoyed you goose facts - I am going to print it off to read it to Mom...D-mail on it's way to you...
Pepper, nice to have you back! We have missed you - how is everything in your part of the world?
RJ and Jeanne, (and all of you in Texas) so glad you are okay, despite the devastation to your paradises. I expect with your energies you will soon have everything cleaned up and fixed up...If there is anything we can do as far as restocking the gardens, please let us know...my heart was with all of you during the hurricane - it SHOULDN'T be, but it is so much worse to watch the news when there are people you know in so much potential danger...
Shari, John, where are you? I miss you...
J
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Texasgal77
Baytown, TX
(Zone 9a)
September 24, 2008
06:06 PM Post #5594763
| Christi, love your story about the geese. As far as this goose, she's taking a "time out" for awhile. No energy to fly at the moment. My "get up and go, got up and went!". Must rest for awhile...
Hope everyone is OK! |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 24, 2008
06:14 PM Post #5594787
| I'll be glad to rest beside you. Not so energetic myself.
Christi |
Texasgal77
Baytown, TX
(Zone 9a)
September 24, 2008
06:22 PM Post #5594813
| Christi, we'd make a good pair! I spent all day in bed today. So weak and shakey. Can barely stand up. Haven't even been to the kitchen or living room.
DS went to the grocery store. I have had no desire to go before now. I wanted to make sure they got all of the bad out first. We pretty much need one of everthing, but I told him just to buy a few things and then we will go back next week and get a few more. I don't even have an appetite. I guess that would actually be a good time to go to the store!
Take care of yourself! |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 24, 2008
06:59 PM Post #5594986
| I'm sorry you are feeling so punky. I'm sure it is all of the stress of IKE. I had no damage and I was stressed for my friends. |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
September 25, 2008
01:23 PM Post #5598329
| Hi, everyone.
BHM, people think we are SO weird! Some of you will think so, too. It's OK. Here we are with this 4-foot long, 75 gallon aquarium with state-of-the-art filtration and we keep 5 baby cichlids in there.
Someone on Craig's list was giving away baby pseudotropheus socolofi. I decided that the nitrogen cycle had not been established in the aquarium, the babies' bioload would be no threat to their health. As the babies grow, the filter will become biologically established and noone will be the wiser. When they are grown up, I have found a cichlid hatchery in Homestead (FL) that will gladly sell us the same species for a reasonnable price. Then, we'll be able to introduce those newcomers to a fully established aquarium without worries.
Meanwhile, we dote on these 1/2 inch babies and the world spins gently upon its axis. Cichlids are incredibly "intelligent". They can already tell who feeds them (me) and who doesn't (Gail). They're a riot.
Take care, all.
Sylvain. |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 25, 2008
04:53 PM Post #5599040
| Glad you are enjoying your "babies", Sylvain. Because my koi required so much attention I gave them to the next door neighbor that has a replica of the San Antonio RiverWalk in her yard. Mike has had more than enough to care for in me and didn't need to have fish as well. She feeds from her hand so they are more than happy.
Probably get some babies from her next spring. At least I can visit them next door.
Got to google "chiclids".
Have fun.
Christi |
rjuddharrison
Houston, TX
(Zone 9a)
September 25, 2008
05:40 PM Post #5599202
| aah...that reminds me Sylvain,
When my brother and I were in The Gambia, we use to catch Cichlids in the Lagoon. "Jewel fish". I would agree on their intelligence, they were clever little buggers to catch. We had an aquarium that we put them in. There was another tropical fish ..I've never seen them here for sale, but they were about the size of swordfish, and were very shimmery with specteral rainbow colors as the light hit them. Tails similar to guppies. |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
September 25, 2008
06:50 PM Post #5599471
| We used to see more aquarium in doctors' waiting rooms. That helped keep a serene atmosphere among the patients waiting while their doctor smooched free samples from pharmaceutical representatives, instead of seeing their patients. At least, you could take an interest in the goings-on in the aquarium.
Now, they have done away with aquariums to install TV screens blaring the latest ads for imaginary diseases like Restless Leg Syndrome and the heartbreak of psoriasis. That caters mostly to hypochondriacs and people with not enough to do with their lives.
When I offered a series of the American Orchid Society's magazine for the nurse to leave in the waiting room, she had to get the doctor's permission. When I returned a few weeks later, I couldn't find the magazines anywhere. Apparently, they put them out for patients to read and they were stolen. Nobody stole the fish in the aquarium. No wonder the waiting room is always stocked with a wide array of at least 8-year old Selections of Reader's digests lying around. People don't steal those.
Take care, all.
Sylvain. |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 25, 2008
06:55 PM Post #5599487
| Having had an unusual number of visits to doctor's offices recently, I agree Sylvain. Have taken to carrying my own reading material with me. The wait is a guarantee.
Christi |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
September 25, 2008
10:57 PM Post #5600493
| Whenever I have to go somewhere where waiting is a given, I carry with me my Sony Personal Reader: an electronic library that currently holds about 20 books with loads of spare memory to upload new books. I love it.
Off to bed for this polar animal now. I have to be up early tomorrow morning. It's garbage day tomorrow: there's a holiday for everything. If I set the garbage out tonight, the evil creatures of the night will have their way with it and I will be shoveling detritus. That's really not pleasant.
Nighty-night.
Sylvain. |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 27, 2008
08:25 PM Post #5607416
| Have just completed reading this entire threa. Hard to believe it covers only a few weeks as so much history has been made during that time. Most impressive that of the passing over of Hurricane Ike.
It was so much worse than what anyone was anticipating. RJ got power back only yesterday (Friday, 9/26) Jeanne had lots of damage to her garden and many others that I haven't mentioned did as well.
I must have been in a worse fog than I realized because most of the posts I didn't even remember. WHAT A GLORIOUS GROUP YOU ARE!!!! Yes, I am shouting it from the rooftops. I'm quite sure that the reason for my quicker recovery is due to all the good wishes from each of you.
The last two days have been a contrast. Left the house at 8:30AM yesterday and didn't get back until 8:30PM with lots of activity in between. Today I have slept all but 2 hours. Couldn't get awake no matter how hard I tried. That is all without meds. Hope I can sleep tonight.
Just want each of you to know how special, special you are.
God bless you,
Christi |
Texasgal77
Baytown, TX
(Zone 9a)
September 27, 2008
11:17 PM Post #5607977
| You are special to us as well Christi! Hope you are feeling better.
I am beginning to get a little stronger. I went out into the garden today for awhile. It is still so disturbing to see things so battered. Come Spring, I'm sure they will come back nice and rested.
Been trying to figure out how to "over winter" some of the more delicate house type plants if we do not get another canopy. We have a swingset that can serve as an "A" frame for plastic. I saw one of the other DG'er's do it last winter. It's a thought. I'd bring some of them inside...but I have cats. They like to nibble on anything green. I guess I could bring them into my room and the master bath.
In a few weeks we'll know more what is happening, and we shouldn't have a freeze until Nov. or the first of Dec. so we should be OK.
Randy once said that his attitude in the garden was "It's like moving furniture". Well I guess it's time to move the furniture in the garden! Who knows, maybe I'll even like it better than before. I'm trying to stay positive!!!
I keep telling myself that "It WILL look good again!. It just takes time!"
Our home is intact, so we have much to be thankful for. Just a few minor repairs and it will be good as new!
Have a great day tomorrow y'all!
Jeanne |
mpabbott1
(Mary) Poway, CA
(Zone 10a)
September 27, 2008
11:25 PM Post #5607999
| 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM! Wow, that is quite a step forward! No wonder you wanted to sleep the next day away. I've been watching and mentally celebrating all the small victories that are leading you back to full good health again!
I remember well the first time I was able to walk around the block without stopping after a serious surgery ... and when I was allowed to drive again I was over the moon. Funny how you appreciate things so much more after you're without them for a little while.
Glad to hear that you're getting stronger too Jeanne. It's been heartbreaking to see some of the damage that darn Ike did.
Mary |
Texasgal77
Baytown, TX
(Zone 9a)
September 27, 2008
11:33 PM Post #5608011
| Thanks Mary! I pretty much slept Wed, Thurs, Friday, and this morning. Feel like I could sleep for a month! Just exhausted.
I drew out a plan for the garden today on paper, so at least in my mind it is organized. DS promised he'd put the roof back on my hut. Once that happens I know I will feel much better. It is a sign of "hope"!!!! |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 28, 2008
01:44 PM Post #5609637
| Tgal. Don't know if it is possible or not, but, two years ago about this time I found a screened canopy at HD on an out-of-season sale for only $89.00 It is 14x14 and I have really enjoyed it's use. I was lucky that it was at the store nearest my house. It has a hole or two in it now thanks to the squirrels but still works pretty good. I will probably get a lot of flack for being such a grouch but our paper has an article today of volunteers in Houston feeding up to 10,000 baby squirrels. Would they feed baby rats? Both are rodents and do considerable damage to a household. Vet told me I could never be completely rid of fleas in my yard as long as we have squirrels.
The bushey tail rather than the long skinney tail seems to make difference to a lot of people. We deal with their destruction all the time.
Going to birthday party for great-grandaughter to day. She is 2. Wonder what kind of world is ahead for her.
Love ya,
Christi |
Texasgal77
Baytown, TX
(Zone 9a)
September 29, 2008
12:28 AM Post #5611709
| Christi, thanks, I will go look. That would definately work. Happy Birthday to the little pumpkin! Hard to believe she's already "2". Wow how time flies!
I understand about the squirrels. Last year the little rascals over at Mom's stole most of my daylily seedpods! Little THIEVES!!!!!!!!!
Hope Grandbaby had a great day. My daughter's birthday is this Thurs. She will be 29 again. LOL!!! Then my youngest granddaughter's is Sat She will be 10! We will probably do cake Fri.
Aloha y'all! |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
September 29, 2008
02:18 PM Post #5613787
| Hello, all.
Let me bore me out of your skull with this, if you will.
I have just purchased our 22nd cruise: 7 nights on Mediterranean Shipping's newest ship, Orchestra leaving Fort Lauderdale on Jan. 24, 2009. We booked a handicapped-accessible cabin with a balcony. This will be a first for us with that cruise line.
A few statistics,
Built in 2007
Actual weight: and is one of the most modern cruise ships. MSC Orchestra has a Actual ship's weight: 100,550 tons.
Length: 961 feet
Width: 105 feet
Decks: 18
Maximum speed:26 knots ( 29.9 mph)
Cruising speed: 23 knots
Passengers: 2,550
Crew: 1,017
Well, that's about all for us today. Take care, all.
Sylvain. |
AlohaHoya
Keaau, HI
(Zone 11)
September 29, 2008
06:02 PM Post #5614517
| Where will you go in the Med, Sylvain? |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
September 29, 2008
06:30 PM Post #5614599
| The company's name is Mediterraneal Shipping Co. (MSC). We will be going to the caribbean, 7 days out of Fort Lauderdale visiting St. Thomas, St. Martin, the Dominican Republic, and the Bahamas.
We are very excited.
Sylvain. |
AlohaHoya
Keaau, HI
(Zone 11)
September 29, 2008
07:12 PM Post #5614757
| Sounds super!!! Enjoy! |
pepper23
KC Metro area, MO
(Zone 5b)
September 29, 2008
08:37 PM Post #5615174
| Have fun Sylvain!! |
Texasgal77
Baytown, TX
(Zone 9a)
September 29, 2008
10:57 PM Post #5615715
| Sounds like a great trip Sylvain! Enjoy! |
Braveheartsmom
Kihei, HI
(Zone 11)
September 30, 2008
11:41 AM Post #5617413
| 22nd cruise - WOW! The ship sounds huge! You must be very excited Sylvain, it sounds like a lot of fun with super ports of call- we do expect pictures you know!
Christi, so glad to read that you are feeling better, fancy little Erin being two years old - time does fly! I bet you had a wonderful day with her, I know how much you love her.
Jeanne, glad to read that you are planning the new layout for the garden, I am sure it's going to be better than ever! What heartbreak for all of you who were visited by Ike, but how very like Texans to pull themselves together and get on with the job. Such great spirit.
I have just started to make Bokashi. Both Katiebear and Carol are using it, so I figure if those two gals are doing it, it has to be good! Lots of info over on the soil forum - anyone else trying it?
Aloha to all |
AlohaHoya
Keaau, HI
(Zone 11)
September 30, 2008
01:28 PM Post #5617800
| Jen...gotta tell you...I love the Bokashi. Am going to call you tonight... |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
September 30, 2008
01:58 PM Post #5617891
| Bokashi? Is that like poi or some kind of other hawai'ian delicacy?
Maybe I am writing nonsense here but I HAVE tried poi and I was not enthused. I will try anything at least once, within the stricts limits of good taste and manners.
Mahalo.
Sylvain, a.k.a. Pu'ole. |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
September 30, 2008
02:08 PM Post #5617921
| Oh My My My My My...
I just looked up Bokashi on Google. OK, so it is not a hawai'ian delicacy. Sorry about that, everyone. I should have asked first; no offense intended.
So sorry.
Sylvain, a.k.a. Pu'ole. |
mpabbott1
(Mary) Poway, CA
(Zone 10a)
September 30, 2008
03:01 PM Post #5618098
| I've been doing Bokashi since February. I've gotten triple the expected amounts of growth where I've buried it. It's good stuff!
Mary |
Braveheartsmom
Kihei, HI
(Zone 11)
October 01, 2008
02:39 AM Post #5620438
| Just got off the phone from Carol who gave me so many good tips on the Bokashi...what a sweetheart!
So glad to hear of your good results, Mary - I have my first lot "cooking" now! Can't wait for the two weeks to be up - it hurts to throw the table trimmings onto the compost pile when I could (and will soon) be pickling it. I bought the bran as a starter and was rather horrified that it cost $55.00 here on Island (others on the mainland paid around $15.00), and it was full of boll weavils to boot. Those that didn't escape by running up my arms got mixed in with the EMI as well - Lord! I might just end up with boll weavils on steroids!
Pu'ole, I would say that poi is an aquired taste, it doesn't do much for me but I have learnt to somewhat like it as it is served at every luau here and it is the pride and joy of many Island Aunties, so one eats it and enjoys it anyway! There is a very interesting thread on the Bokashi about making balls of the stuff and using it to neutralize the waste that fish produce, but I rather expect that you keep your aquarium pristine, unlike my garden ponds - gotta try that too...Katiebear is presently clearing the streams going into the Baja with Bokashi balls among many other things.
So many mad scientist things to do, and so little time...
Aloha to all.
Jen
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LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
October 01, 2008
09:16 AM Post #5620926
| You are going to keep on until I have no choice but to join the Bokashi Crusade. Glad everyoe is having such good luck. Would definitely be thrilled with the weavils though. Will have to look into this phenomenon.
Going to a book review/luncheon today and the weather is gorgeous.
Jen, all of the cuttings you sent are thriving. Morning Glory tree is even blooming as is the brug. yeah!!!! |
Braveheartsmom
Kihei, HI
(Zone 11)
October 02, 2008
12:26 PM Post #5625360
| So glad the cuttings are doing so well for you, Christi! We are getting into autumn here, evenings are a little cooler, and the trees are dropping a few leaves. It's an interesting thing we have here - the trees drop some leaves and grow new ones at the same time! I have never seen anything like it before I moved here.
My Bokashi has been percolating for almost a week now, and I am dying to look into the bag but as its supposed to stay airtight for two weeks, I am not going to even peek - it's killing me! The weevils worry me a bit - hopefully they will die instead of getting nice and fat on the bran.
Aloha to all! |
goofybulb
El Paso, TX
(Zone 8a)
October 02, 2008
12:30 PM Post #5625367
| Long time since my last post... but I've been thinking of you!
Wishing Christi complete recovery, and lots of hugs for you all, for being here for her!
And strength and patience for all our friends that met Ike... I'm thankful that you are all safe.
Alexandra |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
October 02, 2008
12:46 PM Post #5625426
| Hi, Jen. Alex. Meant to say WOULD NOT be happy with the weevils. Fingers don't stay up with my thoughts.
Bet you are really busy with studies, Alexandra. Keep at it, girl. |
Texasgal77
Baytown, TX
(Zone 9a)
October 05, 2008
01:20 AM Post #5634737
| Hi all!
We are still in the reorganization phase. Probably won't replace the canopy until Spring. Planning on covering the swingset frame with plastic for some of the plants for the winter as a "makeshift green house". I saw it done by one of the DG'ers last year, it'll work.
The yard crew came back again Thursday so most of the actual "clean up" has been done. With no canopy we have a lot more sun on the patio so things had to be moved to a more shaded area. At least with the crew cutting back the Mexican Fan Palms there was room under them to put other "house plants", temporarily. Most of them will have to be "over-wintered" under the swingset.
The patio area has been defined by the Hawaiian Schefflera on both sides and then Majesty Palms on the front edge. That is temporary as well, as we usually store the majesties in between the house, shed and fence for the winter...but that is still a few weeks away, and we have a little more organization in that area before anything else can go there...
Some of the distressed plants that I had gotten from Lowes for $1.00 each awhile back could not take the added stress of IKE (wind and rain), and then the heat of no canopy. The got cooked.
Randy has a wonderful attitude that has stuck with me, and I repeat to myself often...He was originally talking about papaya seedlings and trees. He said, "Some things you have to treat like annuals." So that is my thought on the things that were lost.
The Bible says (paraphrased) "Some things are for but a season"...
Most of the plants that I treasure the most...my many banana trees, Palms, Hibs, Brugs, Plumies, pineapples, etc. made it. Those that didn't are in the minority and can be replaced. There'll always be more plants marked down at Lowes!
Some things will be different about the garden. I guess it's a time for a new beginning. Preparing for the winter just came a little earlier than normal. It's all good. We are blessed. |
Texasgal77
Baytown, TX
(Zone 9a)
October 05, 2008
01:25 AM Post #5634787
| I forgot to mention that today we had in bloom: a double red hib, single red hib, peachy orange hib, and the yellow with red ctr hib! They knew their "Mama" needed cheering up!!! 
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Texasgal77
Baytown, TX
(Zone 9a)
October 05, 2008
01:27 AM Post #5634789
| Greetings to all! Aloha!!!! 
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LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
October 05, 2008
10:24 AM Post #5635540
| Whenever I feel down for any reason, I think of the many who lost everything...some even lost family members who refused to leave.
Puts my "problems" in perspective. You have a wonderful and inspiring attitude, Jeanne. |
Braveheartsmom
Kihei, HI
(Zone 11)
October 05, 2008
11:23 AM Post #5635746
| Jeanne, so glad to read how your garden clean up is coming along, it sound as if you have been really busy. I just know it will be prettier than ever next year, and I was so pleased to read that your favorites made it through all the winds.
Did your Mom's place have a lot of damage too?
Hi Christi and Alexandra |
Texasgal77
Baytown, TX
(Zone 9a)
October 05, 2008
06:03 PM Post #5636778
| Jen, No, Mom's yard had a very large branch down in the back yard, but that's all. She has a few daylilies under one tree, and they were fine. No roof damage that we can tell. She just had a brand new roof put on last year.
We went thru this after Rita, but at the time the Canopy was brand new and could be repaired. It took awhile, but the garden was back eventually, and that is how it will be this time. It's just discouraging seeing things battered, and then stripped when it was so LUSH three weeks ago. However, with all the work the crew did now there shouldn't be as much to do in the Spring, that's for sure!
The shed hasn't been reseated yet, but plants had to be moved to even get to it, so it's one step at a time. It was hard to know where to start. It's coming together.
Our homes are structurally sound, and we are all fine, and that is what is important.
Our prayers go out to those that lost everything, and or family members. The death toll in Galveston keeps growing, and the number missing growing also.
Again, we have much to be thankful for!
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lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
October 06, 2008
10:19 AM Post #5638983
| I send truckloads of positive energy to all our friends who were affected by these hurricanes and tropical storms. May your situation return to normal swiftly and with the least heartache possible.
Take care, all.
Sylvain. |
goofybulb
El Paso, TX
(Zone 8a)
October 06, 2008
10:42 PM Post #5641680
| Jeanne, that's a beautiful cheer your hibiscus are bringing! And thanks for sharing. I have just two left, all others bit the dust, no hurricane here, just me and the desert! I think I'm becoming a serial killer...
Aloha, Jen!
Christi, you keep up the good work!
Hugs and best wishes for everyone!
Alexandra |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 12, 2009
05:29 PM Post #7056328
| Raining here for the third day and we have had over 10 inches so far. While wandering around DG I came upon this thread and really didn't remember very much about it. This past year has been both good and horrendous. Of course, we all know now that Ike almost took Galveston off the map and many of our very best friends have had a struggle rebuilding. I am truly grateful to all of you for the many prayers and good wishes as, we, like the geese, can't get through this life alone. Saw the surgeon a few weeks ago and am officially released. Would never have believed that I could be this healed with an 8 inch ladder installed along my spine. MIL is 91 and she fell and broke her ankle 3rd week of March. She spent 4 months in hospital and rehab and is now home again. April 14th was the darkest day of my life. Our 25 year old grandson, Aaron, drowned. Many of you already know this and have once again "flown to the ground" with me to stay until I am once again able to fly. Today is Mike's birthday and we are resting in our nest. I'm sure many of you have had both good and bad experiences this past years as that is the fabric of life.
Never did explain several hours after surgery Mike was my nurse and heard the "death rattle". Called for help and code blue was the result. Causes one to contemplate just how fragile the thread of life truly is. The magic of the internet has brought me into the presence of people who are the best of the best. I am lucky to have you at my side.
Christi |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
September 13, 2009
10:53 AM Post #7058732
| Greetings from sunny Florida.
Christi, this is the first thread I consulted this morning and BAM. Right there, Jen (BHM), is telling you are going under the knife. I pretty nearly fell of my chair! I told myself "Dear Sweet Precious Lord, has she not been through enough since last year?
My heart broke and a big lump formed in my throat. Then, I realized I had forgotten to check the date, August 6, 2008. I realized my mistake and came to my senses . May you keep goofing off with us on DG for a very long time to come.
Here's a picture of me in my aluminium foil hat to keep the aliens from reading my thoughts.
Big kisses.
Pu'ole, A.K.A. Sylvain.
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LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 13, 2009
11:43 AM Post #7058876
| Actually laughed out loud. Pu'ole, you are a scream. Can hardly wait for your visit this coming Spring when Shari is here from the island. I believe I shall print out your pictures and line them up so I can look at my friend often. One of a kind...and that's a good thing. |
Islandshari
Kwajalein
Marshall Islands
(Zone 11)
September 16, 2009
07:33 PM Post #7071899
| I too had terrible thoughts of OH NO!...then check the date. As you say Christi - the fabric of life. And to quote Ringo Starr - "I get by with a little help from my friends". This mortal coil would truly be heavy were it not for dear friends and family with whom to share both the good and the bad.
Love in fluffy clouds to you all...
Yokwe,,
Shari |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 17, 2009
09:46 AM Post #7073659
| I'm a lucky soul. |
Braveheartsmom
Kihei, HI
(Zone 11)
September 20, 2009
02:12 AM Post #7083292
| Christi, so happy to hear that you have been officially released!
Pu'ole, you always make me laugh! |
Texasgal77
Baytown, TX
(Zone 9a)
September 21, 2009
12:33 AM Post #7086434
| Christi, so glad that you are doing well!
We're OK. Yesterday I wanted to go to MAAS Nursery in Kema / Seabrook area as they used to have a beautiful carved wooden macaw on a swing that I wanted to get for the patio. Fortunately we called ahead and they said that they had lost everything in Hurricane IKE, so we didn't go. They have replenished alot of their stock but not that.
I found a couple of red macaws on a ring online but they were not as pretty as the one down at Maas Nursery on the swing. I guess I'll wait and get one next Spring. I can still watch around here until then. Awhile back I got a red figurine for the table at Hobby Lobby. I could look there also.
Galveston is slowly being rebuilt, so I might be able to find one down there also.
We finally got the old wishing well painted a light brown. Now it needs glued together and a new floor. Little by little the garden is coming together.
My Mom has shingles on her face. Please keep her in your prayers.
Jeanne |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 21, 2009
11:18 AM Post #7087473
| Be sure she takes Neurontin or whatever else they are giving now. I had shingles last summer just before the surgery. Very painful. You might consider getting the vaccination, too late for me. My nephews 5 and 7 have had chicken pox last couple of weeks even though they had the vaccine for children. The virus on the run right now.
Will definitely be praying for her.
Christi
...and you. |
Texasgal77
Baytown, TX
(Zone 9a)
September 21, 2009
04:03 PM Post #7088531
| Hi Christi! My grandson got chicken pox a couple of years ago even tho he had the vaccine. then his mother got them also. She had never had them.
Mom is taking Valtrex and a cream for the spots. So far she just has a few spots. It could be alot worse. Thanks for praying for her.
Jeanne |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 21, 2009
08:51 PM Post #7089672
| Thank goodness. It can be really painful. |
westraad
Xai Xai
Mozambique
September 23, 2009
01:39 PM Post #7096200
| Jeanne,
keep us informed how your mom is doing, i keep her in my prayers. after i read a lot of this thread, it sounds like a lot of us have had a rather rough year. But we must remember whatever happens, the Lord is ultimately in control, and He knows what he is doing, though we don't always understand.
Isaac |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 23, 2009
06:51 PM Post #7097252
| westraad, I have been absent from the TZ for awhile. So glad to know we have a new friend. My attitude has not been good since loosing my grandson. I am often ashamed to be so selfish when I know I am not the only one who has great grief. I shall stay away from the subject in the future.
We have had a brutal summer with some 30+ days over 100 and no rain. Two weeks ago tomorrow it started raining. Since then we have gotten 17 1/2 inches. Way too much in such a short time for this area. Lots of flooding all around us but we were never in danger.
The brugmansia's have drooped in certain beds because of too much water so that gives us heads up on what needs to be raised with more soil. Other tropicals are relishing the humidity and growing like mad now that we have reached the Fall Solstice. Helps prepare the roots for the inevitable freezes that will soon follow.
Are you from Mozambique or did you move there? You will see I am a nosey one. Always wanting to know more about my friends. Since I am smack dab in the middle of Texas, you might ask what I am doing on this thread? Because I have many wonderful friends here. We love each other.
Princess Kilikina aka Christi aka LouC |
westraad
Xai Xai
Mozambique
September 24, 2009
12:41 AM Post #7098449
| Hi Christi,
Oh, it is so hard to lose someone you dearly love! it is understandable that you don't understand why, Christi, and i am no counsellor. all i can say is that i am so, so sorry about your loss, and that i keep you in my prayers.
i don't mind at all answering your questions, i'd love to actually. i am a south African with a Dutch heritage, fifteen years old. my family and i have been missionaries in mozambique for the past 11 years, and we work with the children here who are the most neglected. Mozambique is a poor country, yet very beautiful. it was in civil war for many years, until it ended in 1993. the government now is extremely corrupt. But i am glad we are living here, we enjoy it very much. South Africa is not a third world country, but is actually very developed. but we will never return, our home country has changed too much. it has an extremely high crime rate, the latest statistics show 18,000 people are murdered a year, mostly whites. the burglaries have risen by 45% in the last year. it actually has the highest crime rate in the whole world. and next year they are going to hold the World Soccer Cup here!
well, feel free to ask any more questions, and i also have made wonderful friends on this forum, the folks here are great.
Isaac |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 24, 2009
08:58 AM Post #7099008
| Will pray for your mission, Isaac. That is true unselfishness. 15? goodness, would have never known. I have a granddaughter that will be 15 Jan. 2010. She is very involved in dance and goes to an advanced ballet school. Hope today is a good one for everyone.
Christi
Lead in Sleeping Beauty, June 2009
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lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
September 24, 2009
11:10 AM Post #7099366
| Delightful granddaughter, Christi. You must be very proud.
Big kisses from Delray Beach, FL.
Sylvain. |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 24, 2009
12:40 PM Post #7099632
| Thank you, Sylvain. She looks just like her grandmother--------on the other side. hahaha |
westraad
Xai Xai
Mozambique
September 25, 2009
01:55 AM Post #7102154
| Hi Christi,
thank you for your prayers.
Yesterday was such a good day for me, i had three friends visiting me. one was from Texas, another from South Africa, and another who lives here. we had a nice swim in our pool, and then went down to the beach. i had had malaria this last weekend, so was too active, and i so tired last night i didn't get onto DG at all!
beautiful granddaughter! my mom LOVES ballet! she used to do it when she was a teenager, but was in a car accident and broke her back, so she had to stop. even now my mom has a lot of back problems, but she still loves to watch ballet movies, etc.
i am going to be 16 on the 14th of October, looking forward to that. i asked my parents if we could go visit the botanical gardens in Maputo for my birthday, but i don't know if that will happen. its 3 hours away from here, and it in the week, but we will have to see!
i will post a picture of myself next time, so you can see what i look like, i just don't have a recent on on hand now.
hope you all enjoy your day!
isaac |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 25, 2009
10:04 AM Post #7102791
| Sweet Sixteen. Only comes around one time. My birthday is Oct. 23rd but we won't bother with the numbers. Only as old as you think you are mentally but the physical does it's own thing.
Have a great day.
Christi |
westraad
Xai Xai
Mozambique
September 27, 2009
05:51 AM Post #7108663
| Here I am, in our little courtyard. as you can see, i am a talll scrawny guy, always losing weight, and having a hard time gaining any!
Isaac
Click the image for an enlarged view.
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LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 27, 2009
10:11 AM Post #7109049
| Good Sunday Morning, Isaac. I see a very nice looking young man. I'm sure my 15 year old granddaughter would think the same. How long have you and your family been in Africa? Are you in school there or do you homeschool?
I'm really nosy.
Christi
Have read of your struggle with recurring malaria on other threads. No wonder you don't gain weight. But then young men don't usually "fill out" until in their twenties. Not to worry. |
westraad
Xai Xai
Mozambique
September 27, 2009
10:37 AM Post #7109129
| Nice looking?? thats a matter of opinion! :-)
we have been living in Mozambique for 11 years, it is home to me. we will never go back to South Africa, and my brother and sister who are in their twenties are both still here too. this is home for all of us, and we enjoy it very much here. my brother might move away after his studies, but i am not sure.
I do homeschooling, and i enjoy it. the curriculum i use is A.C.E. (Accelerated Christian Education). it originates in the USA, but its all over the world. have you heard of it before?
if you have any more questions, i would love to answer them. i am glad to have made another good friend on DG.
Isaac |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 27, 2009
10:45 AM Post #7109156
| Thank you, Isaac. Knowing people from all over the world has helped to expand my knowledge even my ripe old age. I will be 68 in October so I can assure you I am not a predator. I liken the internet to the old days when people had pen pals that went by snail mail. I am familiar with ACE. One of the daycare centers that is being considered for my 3 year great-granddaughter teaches by their principles. What is your main interest in your studies? |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
September 27, 2009
12:06 PM Post #7109416
| Hi, everyone.
Good picture, Isaac.
Christi... good one: you're not a predator! Who would have thought? We must all be very careful with the internet, as everyone knows. Ten years ago, Gail went on the internet to find a knitting/crocheting pal. She found someone who called herself Georgina. They exchanged email for a while, then phone numbers. I knew nothing about this. Then one morning at breakfast, Gail announces that she has made arrangements to meet this Georgina in an italian restaurant on Fridays, 2 days from now. I was weary and curious. I asked the usual questions:
How do you know her? Internet.
Have you met her before? No.
Where does she live? Not far from here.
Where does she work? Not far from here.
What does she do for a living? I don't know.
Will you meet her alone? Yes. We're going for dinner at Galleo's.
Does she drink? I don't know.
Does she smoke? I don't know.
Does she have children? No, just a small ankle biter dog.
What else do you know about this person? Nothing except she knits and gives away her work to charity, like me.
Is she a serial killer? No.
Is she a predator who will kidnap you and sell you into slavery? Oh, don't be silly.
What else do you know about her? Nothing.
You've given this a lot of thought, I see? Yes.
You're kidding, aren't you? No.
Not wanting to fly into a conniption frit, I countered by telling Gail that she wouldn't meet a stranger at Galleo's alone. Georgina could come for supper at OUR house on Friday after work. I would prepare the meal and leave them alone to discuss yarn, knitting needles, patterns, etc. If there was anything suspicious about this meeting, the alleged Georgina wouldn't show and that would end it right there.
So, I fixed an italian dinner and Georgina arrived at the exact time indicated. I answered the door to come face to face with this 5 feet 11 inches woman built like a brick house carrying 2 bags of yarns and finished projects. I welcomed her into our home and came straight out with it: I would assess if she was a serial killer, a predator or a sex maniac. We all laughed, except Gail. She doesn't have much of a sense of humor.
We became fast friends. I was speaking to her a few days ago and she asked me if I had finally come to a decision about her proclevities. I told her the jury was still out on that one. She will be visiting us in November for a week. I can't wait. This turned out well but it could just easily have turned sour, had I dropped Gail at that restaurant the first night.
Now, Isaac... I have known Christi for a while now. We have never met in person (maybe next spring) but I did talk to her on the phone. She sounds like a nice person and I almost certain she is, too. I guess I'm the one everyone should be concerned with: the polar bear living in Florida. Who ever heard of such a thing? Be afraid, be very afraid.
Take care, all.
Sylvain. |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 27, 2009
12:31 PM Post #7109485
| hahahaha! Oh Pu'ole I do love you so. Always good for a laugh. Remember, I did go to Braveheartsmom in Feb. 08 with DH and we stayed a week. Sight unseen, only friends from DG. Now I have a friend for all eternity. Her mother, DH, DS were there as well and it was if we had known each other forever already. The fall before that we drove to Houston to pick up IslandShari and her DH from the airport as they had arranged a stopover for just the purpose of us meeting. That is 228 miles one way. We met at RJudd-Harrisons home and Jeanne77TX came to meet all of us. That is now a hard and fast relationship. RJ has since been here for a long weekend. Sheila_Ft.Worth and Mibus2 have both been here numerous times and I have visited Sheila, about 45 miles from here.
Last November, shortly after I was again mobile from surgery there was a BIG SURPRISE.
Broncbuster, Sheila, Josephine, and PBTX were here to "put the garden to bed".
This coming Spring, IslandShari will once again be passing through. She is coming from the Marshall Islands to see her parents in Brownwood Texas. Planning to stay over at my home for a couple of days. The Lord willin' and the creek don't rise, Sylvain and Rj will be here too. Going to put out an open invitation to any others that want to fly, drive, walk or crawl. After five years of talking with my gardening buddies on DG I have found everyone to be of sterling character.
Sylvain, so glad Gails adventure turned out so well. Just think of what she would have missed had you not been your usual gracious self and cooked dinner for them.
Oh how could I forget. While on Maui at Jen's , Carol, AlohaHoya flew from her island to go on the whale boat with us. Another wonderful person in every way.
I am feeling overwhelmed with counting my blessings today. Hallelujah.
Christi |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
September 27, 2009
01:28 PM Post #7109635
| Count them there blessings one by one, Christi. It's the only way to go.
Pu'ole, a.k.a. Sylvain. |
rjuddharrison
Houston, TX
(Zone 9a)
September 27, 2009
03:15 PM Post #7109956
| lol, I think Princess Kilikina aka Christi aka LouC is collecting scrawny Africans...lol...
but ya don't look scrawny..anyway the alternative...? |
mpabbott1
(Mary) Poway, CA
(Zone 10a)
September 27, 2009
04:57 PM Post #7110223
| While we were on a cruise around the Hawaiian Islands Carol came and picked us up at the dock and took us to a local swap meet, made us lunch, and gave us the tour of their beautiful property. Then her husband took my husband down into a lava tube near their home. That lava tube was the high point of that vacation for Harry, and something he still talks about a lot. Great people reside here on Dave's.
Mary |
Texasgal77
Baytown, TX
(Zone 9a)
September 27, 2009
05:12 PM Post #7110277
| LOL Randy! Isaac you are very cute! Great picture Isaac!
Christi, I too have a granddaughter that will be 15 Jan. 2010. She sings and dances also.
Sylvain you were right to be cautious. You do have to be careful especially in this day and age. So far everyone I have met has just been wonderful.
Mother is very weak, but her spots are few and starting to scab over. Her eye and mouth are still very painful. The shingles are in her blind eye, so that is actually a blessing. It could have been the other side in her good eye (which she has lost alot of the vision in also). Please continue to pray for her. I thank you all so much for your prayers.!
Jeanne |
Braveheartsmom
Kihei, HI
(Zone 11)
September 27, 2009
10:36 PM Post #7111226
| Christi - sitting here at work (I hate working Sundays!), catching up on Daves! Your granddaughter is a beautiful young lady, and how very poised and elegant she is! You must be very proud of her, and I am sure she has a wonderful career ahead of her as a ballerina, especially as she has already earned the lead at her young age.
Isaac, so nice to see a picture of you - and what a lovely spot you have there in your garden. I am enjoying hearing all about your life in Africa, and I hope you are feeling better.
Lovely, as always, to hear from you our polar bear!
Jeanne, where have you been keeping yourself? I hope your Mom is feeling a little better now - have all of you had the shingles shot? I think you have to be 60 to have it, but well worth doing - it's a rotten thing to get. Give my love to Mom.
Aloha to all.
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westraad
Xai Xai
Mozambique
September 28, 2009
03:29 AM Post #7111720
| i wasn't worried that you were a serial killer, Christi! i may not have been here that long, but so far i feel perfectly safe with all of you. i just hope that one day i will be actually able to meet some of you face to face, that would be so cool! too bad i live in Moz, its a little far from the US! Another reason i like this forum, is because i am famaliar with almost everyone, some of the other forums are so big i have no idea who i am talking with.
RJ, i may not look too scrawny on that pic, but i am! i may be very thin, but i eat A LOT!
Sylvain, you are hilarious, as usual!
well, i gotta run, school calls!
Isaac |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 28, 2009
10:03 AM Post #7112241
| Hi, Jen. Actually the last two summers Payton has gone to specialized ballet schools. This past summer she stayed in a sorority house at UT Austin and went to yet another juried class for 4 weeks. Some 200 miles from home. She has outgrown her teacher and the teacher arranged another audition and she is taking lessons 5 days a week at The Texas Ballet Company. Her mother is a doll as it is some 40 miles from home and she sits for 2 hours everyday while Payton is in class. She gets out of school 1 period early as this counts as PE. She really won't be 15 until Jan. Even better she makes high grades and has very good morals. Her dad, our son, lives in Tulsa, OK some 250 miles from her but he flies her back and forth and they talk on the cell several times everyday of the world. They are probably closer than many parent/child that live in the same household. How does that sound for a very proud grandmother.
PK |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
September 28, 2009
11:43 AM Post #7112596
| Well, Isaac, I can't speak for everyone who reads these lines. At the top of this thread are the thread's frequentation statistics: 2,396 views against 333 posts. So only 1 person out of 7 actually writes something and keeps the thread going. As I was saying, I can't speak for all those people but you look like a nice enough gentleman. Concentrate on your studies, school and remaining as healthy as you can. When I was your age, almost 40 years ago, I was a hunk with hair all the way down to my shoulders and a smile that would melt granite. It actually interfered with my studies. I had to beat the girls away with a stick; LOL.
We come in all shapes and sizes. You complain that you eat a lot and don't beef up. I don't eat that much and I look like a blimp. I actually gain weight watching cooking on TV. But that's another story. We like you for who you are, in a totally non-judgemental way. For sure, you are the youngest member here. You'll keep us young and thank you for that. With the internet, the global village gets smaller every day. Who knows, maybe one day you'll come visit us in the US and we'll get a chance to meet face to face. That's always a wonderful thing for us.
Take care, all.
Sylvain.
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lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
September 28, 2009
11:47 AM Post #7112616
| Oh, I forgot.
A friend of mine left this vanda orchid in my care and it bloomed yesterday. I am surprised because vandas and me don't usually see eye to eye.
Take care.
Pu'ole, a.k.a. Sylvain.
Click the image for an enlarged view.
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westraad
Xai Xai
Mozambique
September 28, 2009
12:31 PM Post #7112780
| Christi, i would say you have reason to be proud. your granddaughter must be very talented. i am sure you are very proud that she has good morals. growing up in a stablized Christian family here has taught me a lot about morals, and i am so thankful for the discipline and the rules my parents give me. earlier today there were 4 guys my age here, and i have to say, i was more than glad to see them leaving! all they think about is girls, and their language is less than desirable. when the one saw a packet of basil seed in my room he said, "What the heck are you doing with this in your room??" i said, "well, i do gardening. its my hobby." judging by the look he gave me, i just might as well have said i came from Mars! Anyway, i am thankful that i live here in Mozambique, though i am a little isolated, i don't have to deal with bad influences from school, etc.
Christi, i wonder if you would mind posting a picture or two of your garden? i would love to see what it looks like. i always enjoy seeing other people's gardens. if you like, i can post some of our garden.
Isaac |
westraad
Xai Xai
Mozambique
September 28, 2009
12:43 PM Post #7112825
| hi sylvain,
you posted while i was writing. thank you very much for the compliments, i am glad you guys like me. You indeed are a interesting and loveable person, i am glad to count you as a friend here on DG.
i do not like all my subjects in school, especially Math. i am not very good at it, and i don't like it. English i enjoy and do well at, though i don't like history! my two favorite subjects are Nutrition and Christian Growth.
i have never had the problem of having to bat girls away, thank goodness! :-) i have never had a girlfriend, and i don't date. i do want to get married one day, but i am trusting the Lord, that he will show me who and when.
Isaac |
rjuddharrison
Houston, TX
(Zone 9a)
September 28, 2009
03:25 PM Post #7113426
| Sylvain, my spies on the cruise ships report that you are STILL beating them off with sticks...!
Issac the world, lord moves in mysterious ways we all know, a few of us found that out when we suddenly found ourselves face to face one sunny November afternoon, and we were lucky to have taken pictures! http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/t/790570/
Your school mates may hand out strange looks, but your friends here have only smiles for a strong person following his convictions! |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 28, 2009
03:38 PM Post #7113489
| Aaaawwwww, Randy. Made me homesick for all of you guys. I'm supposed to be getting my duds together for a trip to Gulf Port Miss. Instead, here I am on DG. I really need to get busy.
PK |
rjuddharrison
Houston, TX
(Zone 9a)
September 28, 2009
03:48 PM Post #7113522
| really? how long are you going to be gone? Isn't this a yearly trip? have fun! |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
September 28, 2009
04:06 PM Post #7113612
| Packing for a trip: one of life's little joys. After 24 cruises, I don't sweat the small stuff. I pull out the suitcases the day before we sail and fill them just before I go to bed. What I forget behind, we don't need; so there! I hope you have a great time.
I remember that thread when Shari visited 2 years ago already. How time flies. It feels like it was just a few months ago.
Randy, your spies are right. Even though I'm now 54 years old, very pleasantly plump, built for comfort, not for sport and my hair (what's left of it) is shaved down to the scalp, I still get sidelong glances from unknown admirers. Someone even threw her cabin's keycard at me during a karaoke session where I sang What a Wonderful World. What an ego booster.
Isaac, you seem to have your head screwed on right. I like that. As Electric Light Orchestra sang: Hold on Tight To Your Dreams. It's before your time (1981). Here's the link to it.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9hMXnUty6s
Accrochez-vous à vos rêves.
Sylvain.
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LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 28, 2009
04:58 PM Post #7113796
| Early Indiana Jones. hahahaha. |
rjuddharrison
Houston, TX
(Zone 9a)
September 28, 2009
05:17 PM Post #7113870
| aah, it's nice to have correct spies! One day Christi and I are going to crash your ship and rate your karaoke ourselves!
A wise man indeed to quoat ELO!!!
This message was edited Sep 28, 2009 4:19 PM |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 28, 2009
08:45 PM Post #7114610
| I am ready when you are. Usually we go to Mustang Island just across the causway from Corpus Christi. Decided to try the Mississippi Gulf Coast for a change. Hope we haven't made a mistake. We don't gamble...not interested. Have been hearing rumours that the oodles of tax money and the ooodles of donations are not evident. We'll see. At least it will make us thankful for our blessings. Staying in a condo as we do at Mustang Island.
Princess Kilikina |
rjuddharrison
Houston, TX
(Zone 9a)
September 28, 2009
09:10 PM Post #7114716
| I have new hours starting next week,
I will have Sun/Mon off, but will be off at 2pm on saturday afternoons, so that will be a nice weekend. We must look at skeds when u get back. |
westraad
Xai Xai
Mozambique
September 29, 2009
02:08 AM Post #7115482
| Thanks sylvain, i have heard of that song before, i think. our internet is too slow to listen to it, but i have a friend, Brian, who has tons of music. i will have to ask him if he has this song.
I hope you have i nice trip, Christi! i am scared of a boat, deep ocean scares me to death! i would much rather fly in a plane.
I hear you, RJ. maybe one day we will meet. i checked your page, i am judging you are probably the second youngest member we have here?
Isaac |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 29, 2009
08:48 AM Post #7115885
| Good Morning. We will be driving, weestraad. Closest I will be to the water is wading along the edge of the beach. When we go to Mustang, we must be very careful as there are always stingrays in the sand but worst of all jellyfish. Unless you walk above high tide area. The tide brings them in and they are stranded but can give a serious sting.
Wound up running erands yesterday and then picked up the young'un from daycare. She and Kelly stayed for dinner and watched part of the Cowboys with Mike. I went to bed.
She was 3 on Saturday and is truly a lot of fun right now. INDEPENDENT in all caps. Nothing like a baby or toddler to help cure your ills.
Now today, is not a choice. Must get busy. We leave early Thursday morning for two days one the road. It is a 12+ drive but we don't like to try to make it all at once. Besides getting there is half the fun. We have explored Louisiana in depth but there is always something more to see. I love their French. Sylvain you would feel right at home.
Later,
PK |
westraad
Xai Xai
Mozambique
September 29, 2009
12:41 PM Post #7116563
| Oops, sorry RJ. i just checked that link you put on, and saw some of the pictures. you are older than i thought at first.
enjoy your time, Christi! i enjoy travelling, though i am the only one in our family, so we don't travel much. we do have stingrays here too, we rarely see them. what we do get often in bad weather are bluebottles (Portuguese men of war), those stings really hurt alot.
well, i have a bit of schoolwork to finish, so good night everyone!
Isaac |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
September 29, 2009
02:30 PM Post #7116921
| We get Portugese Man Of War here, too. As a matter of fact, I believe they are present in every ocean and sea in sub-tropical and tropical waters. They are just plain nasty. The blue sail can trail stinging tentacles for 20 feet on an adult specimen. People who get stung by them remember the incident all their life. I like to walk on the beach and step on the blue bubbles after they have washed ashore. I always wear waterproof beach mocassins or Crocs at the shore.
I just finished a bit of a chore here. When we changed the air conditionning unit, the workers stepped on the wire shelving in our bedroom's walk-in closet. So doing, they weakened the system and the whole works came crashing down Saturday. So, I picked up every stitch of clothing we own off the floor, salvaged whatever shelving I could, purchased the necessary parts to repair everything and re-installed the system. All in all, it took me 3 hours from start to finish: not bad.
It's not heavy work but it has to be done right the first time. A friend told me he would give me a hand with all that. He hasn't shown his face yet. It's just as well. The walk-in closet in our room is narrow and deep. There isn't that much space for anyone else when I am in there. We would have stepped on each other's toes. Still, a hand with such chores would be nice once in a while. I'm always ready to lend a hand but I work alone most of the time. Such is life.
Take care, all.
Sylvain. |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 29, 2009
04:13 PM Post #7117185
| Ooooohhhh Pu'ole. If I were closer I would be happy to help you. Our whole closet is on the bed right now while we decide what to pack. Not really a big deal. When we used to travel by Motorhome, I would take no less than 30 pairs of shoes. I have had a shoe fetish my entire life. Luckily a 6B is real easy to find and often on sale. Since it is the official sample size, I often clean up when Ross's gets a new shipment. When I worked for Anthony, his shoe supplier would send me cases of 50 at a time. |
rjuddharrison
Houston, TX
(Zone 9a)
September 29, 2009
05:19 PM Post #7117374
| LOL, yes I'm probably the second youngest...at 50...
You must be what we call an old soul Isaac. |
Texasgal77
Baytown, TX
(Zone 9a)
September 29, 2009
10:48 PM Post #7118542
| Yes, ya'll are old souls and the rest of us are just young at heart! HA HA! |
westraad
Xai Xai
Mozambique
September 30, 2009
01:43 AM Post #7118875
| I have been told before i am an old soul, i take it as a compliment! but i agree with you, Jeanne, all of you are young at heart!
glad you got that job done Sylvain, at least its finished now!
i hope you all have a nice day.
Isaac |
Braveheartsmom
Kihei, HI
(Zone 11)
September 30, 2009
02:40 AM Post #7118908
| Have a good, safe trip Christi. |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
September 30, 2009
08:15 AM Post #7119242
| Taking my new laptop with me so I can keep up with what you guys are up to. As a matter of fact, I have One to One lesson at the Apple retail store at 9:00 AM to learn the ins and outs of iPhoto. Maybe I will be more adept at posting pictures. Need to learn to be a better photographer first. smirk.
busy day ahead. Hope yours is a good one.
PK |
Texasgal77
Baytown, TX
(Zone 9a)
October 02, 2009
12:36 AM Post #7125823
| Have a safe trip Christi!
Everyone have a great weekend!
We're supposed to get rain for the next few days, so that will be great. I won't have to water! Plus it's cooling off! |
westraad
Xai Xai
Mozambique
October 06, 2009
01:48 AM Post #7140106
| Hey everybody!
did you all have a nice weekend? i had a long weekend off from school, gave me a chance to do some gardening. my friend Brian was also visiting most of the time, so we went snorkeling on Sunday. it was great, but just cold. i am so thin, that i when the water is a little bit cold, it seeps into my bones i really struggle to get warm! :-)
we also flew some kites, and my neck is so stiff today from looking up at the kites for almost 2 hours.
we played some board games, cluedo being my favorite. we decided to drop the table tennis for now, and are playing darts more often. my hand co-ordination is really bad, so i am not very good. but, as they say, practice makes perfect!
well, i have a busy day ahead, a lot of schoolwork. talk to you guys later.
Isaac |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
October 06, 2009
08:30 AM Post #7140461
| Hello, everyone.
Busy weekend here. We entertained on Saturday so the house needed to be in its absolute cleanest, most pristine state ever. We endeavour to keep a clean house but sometimes we abandon stuff here and there; I don't know why. Anyhow, it was cleanup time plus cooking time and cleanup again after they left. It was fun but exhausting. Then, on Sunday morning, I needed to be out of here at 6:15 because I volunteered to help a nonprofit organization raise money to build an elevator in a disabled veteran's house.
The house is called Fisher House in West Palm Beach. It is a registered non-profit organisation 501(3)-C if memory serves. Basically, it is like a Ronald McDonald house where families stay while their veteran relative is in the hospital next door. We raised almost $7,000 that morning. People came in with lists of sponsors and cheques. Then, they walked 3 miles in their boots to earn the money that had been pledged to them. Everyone had fun and we only need another $8,000 to complete the project.
Like Isaac, I enjoy flying kites even at 54 years of age. Last year, Gail and I were at John U. Lloyd State Park in Fort Lauderdale. It was a beautiful day so I decided to bring the kite. I was minding my own business, enjoying my kite when a ranger came by and ordered me to bring that kite in NOW!!! It turns out kite flying is forbidden in that park. There are no signs anywhere but that's the way it is. Imagine that: no kites at the beach. What next? No getting wet at the beach, or no disturbing the sand at the beach. Stupid, idiotic people! I reeled in my kite and folded it away. He came back not only to make sure that I had stopped flying it but that it was stored in my car: absolutely no kites on the beach. Who knew kites could become weapons of mass distruction? Paranoid people will be the death of me, I swear.
Have a great day, all.
Sylvain. |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
October 06, 2009
10:09 AM Post #7140694
| Good Morning. We arrived in Gulfport Miss. Friday night. The devastation still evident from Katrina is awful. The news focused on New Orleans but that was a flood from poorly constructed levies. This is the real deal. No need to try to describe it to those in Florida, you have it first hand. It has been 4 years and is 2% recovered. Has taken all this time to clear the debris. With all the money that has been poured somewhere by donations it should be a gleaming new city. They are working very hard to achieve that but it is hard. Wonder what FEMA did with all that money. The attitude of the people is wonderful. Makes just want to hug everyone of them. There is a week long gathering of people who restore cars. We are right on the beach and can watch from our balconey as they
"cruise". Since we are very senior we used to drive a lot of these ourselves. Still most beautiful car in the world is the '57 Chevy. It is a sight to behold. Only went to one casino for just a short while...Hard Rock Cafe. Had to look around and say we had been there. We aren't gamblers so didn't do much damage.
Gonna check into a 4 hour ocean ride today. Later, friends.
Princess Kilikina |
westraad
Xai Xai
Mozambique
October 06, 2009
02:26 PM Post #7141572
| lol, Sylvain. maybe they have a reason for the kite's ban, i can think of one. i almost hit someone in the head by accident while trying to do some tricks, it was a close call! maybe they are afraid inexperienced flyers will hurt other people, but i do tend to agree with you. it is ridiculous! :-)
hello, princess Kilikina!! i am so glad you are enjoying your trip. i have heard a bit about Katrina, read a fiction novel about it by Tim Downs. i didn't realize though it was still so bad.
we had major flooding here back in 2000, and it is only now that the town has recovered. but not the ocean here. you see, what happened is this: the Limpopo river starts in South Africa, runs through Zimbabwe, and also Swaziland, i think. it runs into the ocean several kilometres from here. our neighboring countries received a lot of rain, and opened their flood gates. and where did the water go? right here! more than half our town was covered, and so many people died. due to the flooding, a lot of mud from the river destroyed the ocean life. fishing is bad around here. after the flood there was hardly anything left. it has been coming back very slowly, but the locals catch everything. what maddens me the most is when they strip off all the coral, we have so little! thankfully the government has been stricter lately, though i think it will be years before the ocean life returns to what it was before.
Isaac |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
October 06, 2009
09:10 PM Post #7142900
| Our planet is in trouble, Isaac. Some from nature and a lot from mankind. Our news does not often cover the catastrophes you have to endure. Where do you get support for your
mission? |
westraad
Xai Xai
Mozambique
October 09, 2009
12:56 PM Post #7151665
| Hi Sylvain,
sorry it took me so long to respond. our study has been under a bit of construction, still not quite done, some painting left. but its good enough to move back in a bit!
yes, mankind has caused a lot of trouble for our planet.
we are nonprofessional missionaries, meaning we work part time and do missionary work part time. My father used to own a sawmill and construction business. but he sold both, because they took up all our time, and didn't leave any for our calling. we sold the sawmill in January, and have been taking a rest until now. my parents have been praying a lot, asking God to lead them in His will. it looks like we are going to start an egg business now, still finding out about the particulars. but we believe its the direction the Lord is showing us.
my sister is the only one who is full-time in missions.
if you have any more questions, please do feel free to ask.
Isaac |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
October 09, 2009
03:01 PM Post #7152089
| After spending a week now on the Gulf of Mexico I am more disappointed in mankind than ever. The garbage that washes up on shore everyday is disgusting. If I lived here I would be constantly picking up trash which would be a fulltime, lifetime job. Starting home in the morning and I am past ready. |
lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
October 09, 2009
04:16 PM Post #7152309
| Vacations please the traveler twice: once when you get there and once when you come back home. Have a safe return, PK.
Sylvain. |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
October 09, 2009
04:30 PM Post #7152371
| To finish off this week, we are going to Emiril Legasses' Fish House tonight. One last decadent meal. |
Islandshari
Kwajalein
Marshall Islands
(Zone 11)
October 09, 2009
05:32 PM Post #7152541
| Christi...I'm sorry that you are leaving with a bad taste in your mouth, but I hope you enjoy that last decadent meal, and that the good times outweigh the bad. It will be nice to get home though, I am sure.
Aloha and yokwe to all of you,
Shari |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
October 09, 2009
10:19 PM Post #7153444
| Apologize for sounding so gripey. The wildlife and nature are beautiful. It is just such a shame what mankind is doing to destroy it. The vintage cars now number around 8,000 and counting. What a sight to behold. Mike is going nuts wanting one. His stepdad owned a used car lot in the 50's and early 60's so Mike got to drive everything.
"No matter where we roam, there is no place like home."
PK |
westraad
Xai Xai
Mozambique
October 10, 2009
09:50 AM Post #7154354
| Home, sweet home! you are very right Christi, home is my favorite place.
Isaac |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
October 10, 2009
09:59 AM Post #7154377
| Packing up the car and reading the map right now. Ready to roll.
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lourspolaire
Delray Beach, FL
(Zone 10a)
October 10, 2009
10:10 AM Post #7154413
| Have a nice trip. See you later and in the comfort of your home. Will you have pictures to share so we can envy you?
Sylvain. |
LouC
Desoto, TX
(Zone 8a)
October 10, 2009
10:24 AM Post #7154438
| I didn't take pictures this time. The devastation from Katrina is still so overwhelming I didn't want a record of it. These people are wonderful and beautiful and are working so hard. Has taken 4 years to even clear the debris. It has rained a lot and often. Katrina went for miles and miles up and down the coast and waaaaay inland. What the hurricane didn't get, the tornadoes that spun off did. We have greatly enjoyed the vintage cars. Must be over 8,000 all up and down the coast. 13th year of "Cruisin' the Coast". Just a coincidence that we were here at the same time. Best seafood I have ever had in my life. I shall not weigh for 3-4 weeks after I get home and that will be after a strict diet. hahaha
See ya on the curve,...
PK |
