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Please God and TDK family give me strength

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  • Started 2 years ago by Bogman, Clark and Andy's mama 2/27 Florida
  • Latest reply from rainingwolf
  1. This is a bit long, so please bear with me....

    Some of you are aware that I had been in the hospital over the week end with a flair up of disease that I have called cellulitis. This is an infection of the muscles. My type of this disease CAN spread easily to my blood stream. The last time I had it, I almost died. Yes, I said died, like dead, like no longer alive. (sorry to those I repeating to)

    I found out this morning that my younger brother (who has the same disease) has to have his leg amputated. This will be done next week.

    My parents just left today, this afternoon actually to be with my brother for his surgery.

    I feel like no one cares about the fact that I could end up as bad as my brother. The only differnce is that my brother has a wonderful support system....
    My parents will be there
    His wife and her WHOLE family (sibs, neices, nephews,
    parents, etc)
    My cousin, her husband, my aunt
    His best friend and his family including parents, etc

    Want to make a guess on how many people I have (I'll even give you a hint, my husband has to work through Christmas. I won't even see him and my best friend is going to CT, she left today for the holidays)

    Well, the answer is....

    I have NO ONE.

    and my cousin just told me that I shouldn't feel sorry for myself. How else am I supposed to feel?

    I'm sorry to be a "itch. I was doing better after talking to a friend, until my cousin called. Now, it's starting all over.

    Sorry

  2. Terri - so sorry that you are going through this. You have every right to feel sorry and worried for yourself. I'm sure that further down the line your brother will be able to make people aware that his sister is just as much at risk as he was. And you will always have our support.

    Posted 2 years ago by KapitiKats in NZ #

  3. And I'm sending positive thoughts and energy to you AND your brother. You two need to support each other as only you two know what you are going through.

    Posted 2 years ago by KapitiKats in NZ #

  4. Terri,
    Thanks for the explanation of what is going on with you.
    I want you to know that you are NOT alone. You are an integral part of the TDK family, and I, for one, am with you ALL THE WAY.
    I am sending you positive healing energy, and hope that your brother's surgery turns out ok, too.
    Sorry for the sadness right now.
    Peace, hugs and purrs.

    Posted 2 years ago by artistabobbi TX 1/17 #

  5. I am terrible at this kind of thing. I rarely respond to the "Please Pray" posts because I become so fingertied that I cannot even type so much as "you are now on my list."

    But, here I have some ideas. They won't be the same as family or friends but is there some type of support group in your area for your type of disorder? Even if there is not there has got to be a crisis line for depression and you are justifyably depressed.

    Check with the local clincs. Call all the ministers and priests and rabbis etc until you find someone who can help you find and build a support group.

    And most of all keep us in the loop.

    Posted 2 years ago by ailuromaniac #

  6. Terri you have my prayers and my support,the *itch here is your cousin,Shame on her for talking to you like that. I know you feel bad and you need your family and friends with you too. I'll be glad to talk to you,call you anytime as you know I am concerned about you.You are loved.

    Posted 2 years ago by Buttercup #

  7. Terri, I am praying for you, and sorry that you have no one there in person to be your support. We will give you what support we can from her.

    Hang in there and know that you have a bunch of good people here that are sending you all the prayers and positive energy that can be sent.

    {{{HUGS}}}

    Posted 2 years ago by Crazycatman - AZ #

  8. {{hugs to all}}

  9. I wish I could fly down right now and be with you, Terri. If I had the financial wherewithall, I truly would. You are SUCH a good person and I'm so glad to know you. You truly will have my extra prayers tonight and until you are better. I KNOw God answers prayers-I've seen it.

    Posted 2 years ago by MaxandCali'sMom #

  10. Poor Terri...I'm too sorry for your feeling so alone..*my hand is reaching and grasping yours* did you feel my hand in yours. It breaks my heart to hear the despondancy in your voice. Even if you can find just ONE person to be with you..that can make so much difference. I'm sorry to hear of your brothers critical juncture and I know he must be thinking of you as much as you are him. Stay close...and please stay with us here each day. We want to know how you are. I do know also that sometimes keeping our thoughts distracted to others can sometimes alleviate our own suffering, and if it's only just a little relief...that's still something. God Bless you and if you ever just want to ramble on and on and on about anything email me..karenopa at yahoodotcom

    Posted 2 years ago by Karenopa #

  11. Terri, I emailed you my number. Call me? or email yours back and I'll call you.

    Posted 2 years ago by Crazycatman - AZ #

  12. **HUGS**

    Posted 2 years ago by TheArcalian #

  13. Terri! But Terri we are practicaly family!
    *Huuuge hug*
    Sweetie you are not alone. You have a huge group of cat lovers that think you are the best thing since sliced bread!
    *Another huuuuge hug*
    I want to know how you are EVERYDAY and if you want, pass me your phone number and I'll call you from work to know how you are and so that you can laugh at my dreadful Spanish accent!
    *Hug*
    Alone? you? You have so many friends here you don't have fingers to count them with!!!
    We love you very much Terri dear be strong.

    Posted 2 years ago by PipasMumSpain #

  14. Well Terri, I can answer from experience that you have more of a support system than your brother has--we may not be physically "there" but we are here and behind you 100% of the way--this group is helping me through my ordeal and they (and I) will help you through yours. My prayers for you will be added to everyone else's--you are NOT alone. You can feel any way you want--so tell your cousin that unless she has walked in your shoes, she doesn't have a clue and to go take a flying leap--so there, nanny, nanny, boo, boo!! (Shelley makes a face and sticks her tongue out!!!!)

    Posted 2 years ago by Shelley #

  15. Everyone thanks!!! and PM I will email my phone number to you! Bog wants to talk to his cat-in-law!

    and Shelley, you are right. I was just depressed and scared. After talking to several of my TDK family members, I know that I have the support that I need. In fact I have been informed to contact 3 of them EVERY day, (Sorry PM, that's 4 now! Hug!)

    Thanks again and I luv you all

  16. Lots and lots of hugs. What a rotten situation to be in and what a rotten thing to say. Every person has the right to feel blue every now and again. We're with you, hon.

    Posted 2 years ago by AnnF #

  17. You can call me any time, too, Terri! I'll send you an e-mail.
    *Bob waves hyper-active paw*

    Posted 2 years ago by GreatDane #

  18. support and prayers are with you now and always. Love Lynn

    Posted 2 years ago by Lynn from PA 6/8 #

  19. Lynn, I'll call you later. Hugs to you and to Kay!!!

  20. Awww Terri, I'm so sorry. ((hugs))

    My hugs, prayers and good vibes are coming your way.

    xoxox

    HM

    Posted 2 years ago by HuddysMama #

  21. Bobbi, talk to you soon!! Hugs

    Linda, thanks for caring, I will call you when I get home!

    Everyone, I can't thank each of you enough for being there!!!

  22. You'll never have 'nobody' as long as you have TDK, Terri.

    Posted 2 years ago by HuddysMama #

  23. Amen to HM's post! Terri, it's ok to feel depressed about your situation, who wouldn't. Just know that being down about this, while a natural emotion, isn't going to help you. Positive energy is what you need and guess what, there is sooooo much positive energy generating here for you that you could power all of Las Vegas for a year!! Please take care honey, we will get through this together, promise!

    Posted 2 years ago by debsterwiz #

  24. Terri, we love you so much and would be lost without you. I'm so sorry you have to go through this and that your cousin is being such a jerk. This is scary and you have a right to feel the way you do. The email you have for me buzzes on my hip, I'm always right there. Day and night. You don't have to contact me every day, but you can if you'd like. You were right there for me every minute while Granddad died and I can't thank you enough. You've been a pillar for all of us and we are absolutely here for you

    Posted 2 years ago by MeezerMama in OK; 10/23 #

  25. Terri your phone number! Pretty please with sugar on top? I promise I won't bother you much.... just a quick call to see that you are OK....

    Posted 2 years ago by PipasMumSpain #

  26. You are not being a *itch.. your cousin needs lessons on how to be compassionate. I echo all of the above ... positive and healing energy coming your way. I'd offer my number, but you already have so many.... and I'm just not very good with words... I'm much better with hugs. So here you go {{HUGS}} many many of them, and the soft absorbent shoulder for any and all tears.

    Posted 2 years ago by 2 Popoki #

  27. Terri, I'm so sorry that you have to deal with this, but like all about have said..your not alone..You have all us TDKers...You have been there for everyone..you were one of the first to reach out to me when I lost Mr. Bug..If you'd like to email me at 2bpurring at gmail dot com, I'll send you my phone no. or you can call me day or night if you need...We love you..and will be there for you...

    Posted 2 years ago by 2bpurring #

  28. you ae not alone...you have us (the tdk'ers)... please email your phone number to me at choyt at stny.rr.com and we can talk privately ANY TIME YOU WANT...

    Posted 2 years ago by Cheri 12/22 #

  29. i'm sorry. i gave out the wrong email address. it's choyt2 at stny.rr.com

    Posted 2 years ago by Cheri 12/22 #

  30. Terri, dear, I am praying for you, and I am also praying for your cousin. I have this serious image of several of us on the road (much like the quest in "Lord of the Rings"), with our whack-bonk sticks in hand, and looking for that dear little idiot.

    I think a few smart smacks upside the head will make your cousin see "the light of the Risen Christ," as my angel mother used to say. She may truly need prayers if a couple of us catch up with her!

    I am so sorry you are in this situation, and this particular illness. It is scary and lonely and miserable, but please remember: You are not alone -- you are with us, and God is with you.

    And we are all praying for you. What a rotten thing to go through at any time but especially at this time of the year.

    Much love and huge hugs,
    Auntie Emma

    Posted 2 years ago by Emma #


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