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  • jo1955
    jo1955 Member Posts: 8,543
    edited August 2014

    Ducky - Do I have to remind you once again that you forgot to mention your QUEEN?  Yes, Poppy that would be me!!!  You may be the oldest, and whatever else you think you are but we all love you lots.  So sad to have to close up the shore house.  I know the feeling.  We folded up the pop up camper for the winter.  

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  • PoppyK
    PoppyK Member Posts: 1,805
    edited August 2014

    Thank you for the warm welcome!

    Surrounded by royalty and sexiness...sounds great! Ducky's membership in the Mile High Club via the pilot is intriguing and impressive.

    Poppy

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  • FireKracker
    FireKracker Member Posts: 8,046
    edited August 2014

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    this says it all

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  • Alyson
    Alyson Member Posts: 4,308
    edited August 2014

    Some of you will know Raenz. Heard this morning that Rae's 24yr old daughter was hit by a car and has died. I just have no words.

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  • jo1955
    jo1955 Member Posts: 8,543
    edited September 2014

    So sad,  I am at a loss for words.

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  • FireKracker
    FireKracker Member Posts: 8,046
    edited September 2014

    I'm speachless

    Poor Rae...

    She was part of our stage 1 thread back in 2010...

    The worst loss anyone can ever experience

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  • Valjean
    Valjean Member Posts: 1,898
    edited September 2014

    (((((((((( Rae ))))))))))

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  • Valjean
    Valjean Member Posts: 1,898
    edited September 2014


    I know that I have not been here in quite a while. But that certainly has not meant that I have not thought of you daily.

    I will share a bit.... I had a colonoscopy, at my request per symptoms that had me convinced I had.... that damn shit again..... I was afraid it had shown up down there....

    I am so happy to tell you all that I am fine; I have Ulcerative Colitis. Have two weeks more of my treatment for that. Something new to learn about & to live with, but thankful beyond words it is nothing more.

    I have to say, I almost came here many times to throw tons of shit in this fire but couldn't bring myself to "talk" about it.

    I will say that there is a very loving, caring, warm-hearted Sista "here" that spread her loving arms out to me & helped keep me sane. She knows who she is. I love you....♥

    I am so sad at the loss of Rae's daughter, I am beyond words at this moment. And at the loss of Linda & KellyC......

    I hate what life throws at us......

    ♥♥♥♥

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  • Alyson
    Alyson Member Posts: 4,308
    edited September 2014

    Val so pleased to see you but like you so sad about Rae's daughter. I just don't think I will be able to get over to the funeral - it is about 2hours away. Here I was crying because my elderly cat was missing and then saw Rae's message. (Cat has appeared very wet and quite slow moving so no idea what has gone on.)

    Big hugs to all.

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  • Joan811
    Joan811 Member Posts: 2,672
    edited September 2014


    Thanks to my wonderful friends here for the good wishes, and Jo, so happy for your 4 years cancer free.  I KNEW we are related in some way...
    Glennie, I have been wracking my brain to remember the Bistro where we dined in NY - I thought I'd never forget that.  I can't even remember the beautiful hotel we stayed out that gives discounts to Sloan patients.  Maybe I saved the receipts with my medical records...I save everything.  But I think it could be Le Bateau Ivre.  I need to go back and find that place...I was sooo drugged that day with Xanax and then wine...I did not care what was in my system when I had the surgery...my memory was pretty shot!

    Ducky, life can be so cruel...losing your dear husband on Labor Day - after so many good years and fun times at the shore...is so sad.  I hope you will be able to piece together the happiest memories that your family has.  Ducky, Dh and you and your kids were way too young to go through that.  Sending hugs as you get your beach house ready for fall. 

    Poppy, I hope your recovery post-surgery is going well.  I guess you are awaiting a treatment plan...but it is true - recovery begins now.  You will not be alone as long as you come here...you can ask, learn, complain, rant, be grateful...anything you are feeling...and nobody will judge your feelings.  Sometimes when we want to express concerns, we bypass our loved ones so they don't worry or feel they have to say we'll be "fine"...so hope you will keep checking in.

    FK, my friend, nothing keeps you down!  You are keeping us in line and bringing the party.  Love you, friend!

    So sorry to hear about the losses here...I did not now Rae but my heart aches for her.

    Val, I am so glad to see you.  Sorry you had to stay away but it is understandable.  I am ecstatic as well over your good report.  Sorry you have to deal with the UC - hope you find the key to keeping it under control.  I think of you often and your trips to visit your grandkids...I am finding out how it feels to have them too  far away now.

    Happy first day of September...but remember it is still summer.  Soon we will be spending more time keeping warm at the bonfire.

    (Thanks to the Queen)

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  • FireKracker
    FireKracker Member Posts: 8,046
    edited September 2014

    Good morning Sept.

    Fugly day here...nasty and humid makes my old bones hurt

    Couldn't sleep,tossing and turning because of our sista Rae...there r no words

    I'm wondering how many will be around today for a group hugggggggg

    And yes Val I new u would come here...I wish I could wrap my arms around u now....Rae is and always will be a wonderful sistah"..sorry about that colitis....that's no walk in the park either...huggs.

    Sooo I'm gonna toss in all this negative energy right now...

    Will anyone join me?

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  • duckyb1
    duckyb1 Member Posts: 13,369
    edited September 2014

    Val...welcome back.........I have ischemic colitis (they think) it was a process of elimination....has never reared its ugly head since that horrible time last year right before my trip to Chicago.........I hope it stays away too........

    Joan...yes it has been a tough time since Vince died,.....wish I could say it brought everyone closer together, but it didn't.....but hey shit happens.....just have learned a lot about people and promises they make.............but guess what...I am a person who can take care of myself......my mother use to say "you will find the best  help at the end of your arms.....and that is so true......and when you can't do it "hire someone who can".........the worst thing is having people who can do things, but wait for the other person to do it first......................Ok, sorry......guess I'm having a ptty party...........everyone have a great Labor Day...........

    Val don't be a stranger..........come sit by the fire.........at leastt once a week.......hugs.......

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  • badger
    badger Member Posts: 34,614
    edited September 2014

    hi ladies, although IDK her, I feel for Rae.  That's a tough loss.

    Ducky, this is a hard weekend for you, I know how anniv's can sting.  My dad fell and broke his hip on Thanksgiving.  He was never the same after the surgery and anesthesia, which hastened the onset of Alzheimers disease.  Mom doesn't enjoy the holiday any more.

    GmaFoley, meant to say welcome to the bonfire!

    welcome back, Val, I didn't come here for a while myself but for the opposite reason than yours.  Instead of too much, I felt I had too little to throw on the fire.  Didn't want to be a Pollyanna so stayed away.  But someone brought me back, saying come and just hang out by the sweet fire.

    FK, Joan, Alyson, Jo, Kathe, SDB, Poppy - anyone else?  ((hugs))

    Here's a haiku I wrote for Linda.  It's poetry in a 5-7-5 meter.

    ~~~~~~~~~

    A toast for my friend

    Linda-n3 who, sadly,

    Earned her wings last week.

    ~~~~~~~~~

    Music of the Spheres.

    Bonfire of the Goddesses.

    Linda, here's to you! ♥

    ~~~~~~~~~

    Fine old single malt

    or blended Scotch, it's all good.

    Sip and savor life.

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited September 2014

    What a beautiful Haiku Badger- it made me cry good tears
    thinking of Linda. I’m so happy to see you back here!!

    I didn’t know Rae but my heart goes out to her. The loss of
    a child is unimaginable. There are no words that are adequate.

    Ducky, I’m so sorry you’re hurting. I wish I could take away
    all of your pain and disappointment. Love you!!

    Today would have been my Mother’s 91st birthday.
    There isn’t a day that goes by that I don’t think about her. I wish so much I
    was able to “do” for her. I think we don’t always appreciate what we have until
    it’s too late. That’s such a shame.

    Val, It’s nice to hear your burden has been lifted. What a
    relief you must feel. I’ve found there
    is nothing like the support of another sister. No one else can understand so
    completely.

    Thank you Jo and everyone for letting me be a part of this
    thread. We never know what we are going to face logging on to the threads
    daily. The fire has been a wonderful, safe place to celebrate the good news, and
    cry with each other over our losses. I’m so grateful for all of you. It’s my
    hope that we all get to gather around a real Bonfire someday.

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    Group hug!!!!! Sorry about the content, I seem to relate everything to food these days. :)

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  • glennie19
    glennie19 Member Posts: 6,398
    edited September 2014

    Hello everyone.  

    Badger, that was a lovely haiku.   I did not know Linda either, but hate to hear of us losing another friend.  And my heart goes out to Rae. It's a horrible loss. 

    Joan:  no worries if you don't remember the restaurant.  I lived in NYC for 5 years and was just wondering if it happened to be my old fave one.

    ((HUGS)) to all

    glennie

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  • jo1955
    jo1955 Member Posts: 8,543
    edited September 2014

    Welcome Back Val - You certainly and been missed but truly understand why you stayed away.  Hope to see you more often.

    Badger - What a beautiful haiku.  Thanks for sharing it with us.

    Slow - I am glad you are here but hate the way we had to meet.  I will be in So Cal next June and hope to meet you in person. We are looking around June but no definite plans yet.

    FK - I agree, a group hug is in order.

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  • FireKracker
    FireKracker Member Posts: 8,046
    edited September 2014

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    it's workin

    Anyone need a pickup

    Just tell me where

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  • jo1955
    jo1955 Member Posts: 8,543
    edited September 2014

    FK - You crack me up.  

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  • FireKracker
    FireKracker Member Posts: 8,046
    edited September 2014

    thanks to Ducky I learned how to post pics.

    I'm lovin it

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  • FireKracker
    FireKracker Member Posts: 8,046
    edited September 2014

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    and we do care about one another

    Let's keep it that way

    Now once again does anyone need a ride to the bonefire??????

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  • crog234
    crog234 Member Posts: 801
    edited September 2014

    Firecracker I am glad Ducky taught you how to post pictures.  Yes I could use a pick me up today...  What time will the broom be here?  Ha ha ha

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  • Alyson
    Alyson Member Posts: 4,308
    edited September 2014

    Sure needed a lift yesterday what with Rae'a news and my silly 17 yr old cat not being around since very early Sunday I was a mess. Now I have dismissed all good intentions and drinking coffee and having a piece of banana and caramel cake. 

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited September 2014

    Jo, I can't wait to meet you next June! Hopefully you can make it for the dinner at my house. It would be so awesome if we could all be together at the same time. The exercise girls are coming to CA June 15th. I hope that time works out for all. If it doesn't, I can have more than one party!! :)

    Kracker, you posting pictures ALWAYS brings a smile to my face. Love that new broom.

    Extra big hugs for you Alyson!!

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  • FireKracker
    FireKracker Member Posts: 8,046
    edited September 2014

    I'm on my way

    All aboard

    Makin local stops for everyone

    Even u Alyson...I'll be there

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  • FireKracker
    FireKracker Member Posts: 8,046
    edited September 2014

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    this is my co pilot

    Don't need the broom now

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited September 2014

    LOL Kracker.

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  • glennie19
    glennie19 Member Posts: 6,398
    edited September 2014


    Nice co-pilot, FK!!

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  • jo1955
    jo1955 Member Posts: 8,543
    edited September 2014

    Slow - Once we confirm dates I will let you know.  I will be meeting another BC sister while I am out there.  I have known her for 4 years - all on the internet. I am so excited knowing I will finally meet her in person.

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  • FireKracker
    FireKracker Member Posts: 8,046
    edited September 2014

    I had the damn pic

    What happened

    Guess I'm just tired

    Gonna try one more time and then I'm quitting for the nite

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  • FireKracker
    FireKracker Member Posts: 8,046
    edited September 2014

    I'm leavin now

    Ready,set go

    See all of u later

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