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So when problems strike


Alright I feel like hell and will be posting parts of this in a few spots so people know. I hate going anywhere without being all set. Considering I was the one who set up the DC get together let me simply put this as simply as I can. I won't be there

 

Three things made sure that doesn't happen. First Strike was my car. I had set over a thousand dollars aside for this trip. I figured no way was I going to be caught flat for it. However, my car in the last month alone stripped me of over $1100 in repairs. However, with my paycheck I would still be able to squeak by and make it down, just wouldn't be able to do all I had hoped to do.

 

Strike two. My 73 year old father took a fall this week and still isn't up and functional completely. Considering the reason I gave up my life in Connecticut was to be here and help him, it isn't exactly a great idea to leave him here when he is hobbling around. Luckily he didn't break anything but his whole left side is all black and blue, swollen and the doctor has told him not to climb ladders to cut things. He is to wait till I get home and I'll do it. Add the guilt of Father's Day on Sunday and I'm not winning any awards here

 

Strike three is Me. When I took him to be examined the doctor that my father goes to is the family doctor. Evidently I was more upset than I realized. He took one look at me when I went in with my father, knowing I have high blood pressure and an irregular heartbeat stopped to take my blood pressure. Whatever he seen or heard had him order up one of those heart monitor things where you get wired for sound. He didn't have it in his office Wednesday so I was his last appointment on Thursday night. I didn't exactly sleep well last night. I can say those patch things itch, I want a shower and five pm can not get here soon enough.

 

So the DC East Coast set up that I started, I can't make it to. I feel like a huge heel but there it is. Sorry gang but this time I have to put other things before it.

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Bleu

Posted

Wayne, I'm sorry to hear about these setbacks. I hope that your father recovers quickly.

 

It's so disappointing when such events happen, but you shouldn't feel like you're letting anyone down. I am sure that everyone understand your predicament.

 

Take care of yourself and think about your health.

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Lugh

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hugs

 

shit happens.... compost it.

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carringtonrj

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hope you're ok, wayne. good to know that the health care folks are looking out for you. sounds like you need to try to find a way to relax a little, take the pressure off yourself.

Yettie One

Posted

Hey Comicfan

Sorry your having a rough time. Hang in there and get better, and hope your dad has a full recovery.

:)

Yettie Hugs.

xx

Percy

Posted

Sorry to hear about the rough times, especially with your dad and then missing out on something you've been looking forward to. Sounds like you're use to putting others first. Do take time to care for yourself too, especially when it come to blood pressure issues. Best, Percy

CassieQ

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We missed you, but we understand. Sometimes life walks through the door. Take care. :hug:

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