My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer

Thank you for all the nice comments on the pics. We had fun that night. My sister in the middle, actually went with us in my DH's car, since her prom date came from VT (she met him on a JROTC trip to Norwich University). We are "Irish twins" (although I look like our Irish Dad, she looks like our French mother, my other sister in the picture takes after Dad's side too, and the youngest takes after Mom too. Two blue eyes and freckles like Dad, 2 olive complexions and browned eyes like Mom). I was born Dec 21st (I'm the eldest of us 4 sisters) then she was born the following Dec 17th. Same age for 4 days. She's older than my husband as well (I'm 1 yr 8 mos, she's 8 mos older, his sister is less than a month older than me). Number 3 sister in the picture, is 2 1/2 years younger than number 2, and number 4 is 5 years younger than number 3 (she's not in the picture, she was in 5th grade). It's funny, my 4 kids are roughly the same ages apart as my sisters and I are.

Mae-Love that hat on your dog! My maiden name is McDonough, so the month of March was Dad's celebration month. He would have been 82 March 7th, and marched with the Ancient Order of Hibernians, pipes and drum group, at many St Patrick's Day parades. He loved it. We even got him a shamrock head stone (even though Mom is French, LOL).

Lynne-I know where the "Weathervane" was, now "Murphy's". My son had a friend that lived on the road, behind it. We'll have to get together for lunch or something, when you get back! That would be great!

Micmel-The snow is melting now. We never lost power, rarely do. Another Nor'easter coming in on Tuesday. So far, they said we should only get a few inches, unless it heads further north. I hope they are right!

My DH is patiently waiting for me so we can go. I guess I should get off here!

Have a great day everyone! Hugs!!

Lynne

Okay, I gotta step in here and break up all this Irish talk. I have lots Scottish blood in me, you see! Lol. Actually, my Dad's parents came here from Scotland. I have to admit that my grandfather didn't mind Irishmen, but those Englishman, whoa! Back in the day, there were many hard feelings between the Scots and the English. Lots of history there - land disputes, ruler disputes, wars. Apparently some Scotsmen in my grandfathers' generation still held onto some of that bitterness. Luckily, it passed eventually. My Mom's family was a combination of English, Scottish, Irish, and Welsh. I am just one big British Isles girl. No great culinary delights anywhere in there unless you have a hankering for haggis. Italy and France, now they know what to do with food! My DH is Irish on both sides. My children never tan, poor things.

Lynne, I would love to get together for lunch when I return. Yes, Murphys now stands on the Weathervane property. It looks very nice, but I have never been there. I looked at the menu online once soon after they opened, but it didn't appeal to me. A few of my neighbors have said the same thing.

Keemom, I am glad you are doing well. Enjoy the birthday party.

Wish all you Irish/Scottish descent people a Happy St Patrick's day next weekend. Did you all know he originally came from Wales. He came to Ireland to bring Christianity to the pagan Irish. We will be celebrating here in Spain, along with English, Welsh, Spanish possibly Norwegian, Pakistani and who knows how many others. Drowning the shamrock in Guinness!!

I am being referred for more radiotherapy for the pain, anyone had success with this? Any comments welcome

Mags, Thank you for that information. I had never thought about having someone notify the mods. It sounds like an excellent idea. Now I have a couple of good options. We come up with so many good ideas when we all put our heads together. What would I do without all of you?

Hugs and prayers from, Lynne

Very cool. Its nice to know your thread is well received. For me it’s kind of like a local bar, some days I pop in for a quick one and just say hi, other days, I rant, rave, laugh, cry, as if I’ve had a fewtoo many.

I feel like “Norm!” (From Cheers) around here, lol.

Casual Sunday so far, both couples are coming over for The Walking Dead tonight and DH is making Spaghetti and Meatballs with Garlic bread.

Lynne-We've been to Murphy's a couple of times, when we were riding our motorcycle this summer. I was disappointed both times. Not much I liked on the menu. Mostly, "bar" food. I'll PM you with my phone number, so you can call me when you get back. We went to T-bones for lunch today with my Mom, niece, our youngest and his girlfriend who is here for the week on her spring break, from Rochester NY. My DH and DD went skiing at Cannon today with our neighbor who has a home in Franconia. Beautiful day here, they said it was snowing there. Now we are heading in the hot tub for his sore legs. Only second time he made it on the slopes this season, first time for our older DD, she's taking a nap! LOL

Mae-I love you have a Sunday night get together for the Walking Dead! I usually DVR it and watch it the next morning. I've been watching it from the beginning. My kids got me to watch it (as well as Game of Thrones!).

I won't be doing much this St Patrick's Day. I'll be on the tail end of hell week. I am hoping I'm feeling better for Friday (cousin's 60th birthday party) and Sat, our mini cooper group is getting together, about a mile from my house! We'll see...

Well, they changed the total amounts again on the next Nor'easter we are getting on Tuesday. It was 1-3 now it's 12+ inches! Thankfully, some of the snow melted from the last storm, but I still have a lot of snow out there! Crazy March this year!

Well, off to the hot tub (I haven't been in it for a long time!). Enjoy the rest of your Sunday everyone!

Hugs!

Lynne

Julie isn't the only one with vowel trouble, Mic!

We’ve been hosting a Sunday dinner and TV night for over 5 years, it keeps things normal for us and helps my friends see that I’m ok. We watch other shows too depending on the time of year, we enjoy the commentary and need the support for some episodes like Glen’s death (presumed and final, which destroyed me) and GoT’s Red Wedding.

......I found one I liked!!! ~M~

LOL!!!! That’s hilarious, I’m stealing it!

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Robin,Welcome to the thread sweet woman. We just try to band together and get through each day with some support and even a smile. There is a wonderful loving group here. I am sure you'll recognize some of the lovely ladies. You'll fit right in ! We are all dog lovers. I think it's great that you have parents that actually are parents , I don't think my parents looked up the definition, they were too busy looking up how to ruin other people's lives, by having children and then forgetting you had them. I am so very happy to see you here. 🤗💜🌹!I'm going to bed Now. Sleep tight, much love ~M~

Hi Robin, from sunny Spain! Welcome to this group of funny, compassionate, knowledgeable ladies

Mae~ I honestly feel Iike i am looking at you when I see those emojis you post they are adorable! I don't know where you and Bigbhome get them. But they sure are cute!

Lynnwood ~ Hi darling. Good morning to you. hope you slept well this crazy hour forward has me so tired for some reason. Ok maybe the reason is I'm always tired. But it sounded good. Lol. Hope the snow stays away from us this week!

Minnie~ you're correct. We do have a fabulous group here. You're all such good people, i am thrilled to call my friends and second. Family really.

Robin has a sweet kind soul, she willl certainly fit right in. She's the sweetest woman. You'll all love her like i do soon. Some of you may Already know her!

Happy Monday! Much love shout out to Chicago. Who is dealing with a lot of mother issues and working so very hard to take care of what's important. You're a great daughter and woman, we are here hoping it goes smooth, with all your aching bones. You should be quite proud yourself friend, you're making it happen. So awesome of you!

Runor~ are you getting the puppy??

Much love to all ~M~

Nan💔