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Posted 7/13/2011 3:29 PM (GMT 0)
I don't know if anybody else is interested, but I think we need a positive thread where we can share some of the small pleasures that we have during the day.  Mine is little, and from yesterday.

But I went to see my psychologist.  She says that I am doing good.  She asked me about things and my fibro.  But the session went well, and I got out of the house.  Is there anything anybody would like to share?  Please do, let's start a positive thread with good things.  Even if they are just little, they still make us smile, and I am sure that we would all enjoy reading about somebody elses accomplishments and acheivements.  Please join in...

Hugs, Karen

Posted 7/13/2011 3:38 PM (GMT 0)
Karen, I love this thread.

I'm glad you've had a good day at your psychologist's. My therapist has this fantastic ability to help me feel optimistic as well.

Something that made me smile:
I spent the past four days out of town, and when I got home last night my cat was so happy to see me she would not leave my side all evening. No matter how many times I tried to push her away, she affectionately layed down beside me or jumped up on my lap and purred profusely.

Can't wait to read what everyone else has to share :)
Posted 7/13/2011 4:00 PM (GMT 0)
Great idea, Karen! I smiled when I read your thread and Tara's.

I saw my pulmonoligist and he said my lung function hasn't gotten worse and that makes me estactic! Feeling like I'm very lucky :)

Hugs, Robin
Posted 7/13/2011 4:09 PM (GMT 0)
Karen,

Love the idea for this thread! Robin, so glad to hear the wonderful news!

I missed everyone while I was away on vacation. I just got back last night from an 8 day trip to Vegas and California. I got a nice tan and feel pretty good for so much moving around! I told my husband after all the sun that my vitamin D levels may be up a little bit.

It was nice to get away from life and just kick back and relax a bit. Vacation was wonderful, unfortunately I didn't win big in Vegas, but still had a wonderful time. We celebrated my 29th birthday and really just enjoyed time over the trip with my husband, good friends and family!
Posted 7/13/2011 4:40 PM (GMT 0)
My son's and their families are coming to visit in two weeks.  Since all of us are scattered across the country we rarely get to be together in the same spot...this has not happened for years and I am so grateful!  Three beautiful grand daughtes in one room!

Great thread, Karen!

Huggies Donna

Posted 7/13/2011 5:01 PM (GMT 0)
My favorite grandson (shhh don't tell anyone) is just three and learning to put sentences together (in proper text).

yesterday I get home from work and my grandson runs over to me to say hello. I start to talk to him and he says "where go momom?" and has this wonderful, quizzical look on his face along with the whole hand gesture. I tell him that they (meaning the boys that come over to play with him and his brother) were on the other side of the yard playing. He says "ok, I will go find them, you hold on OK?

I know it doesn't do anything for all of you but I think everytime he says new things, or uses the right context, that he is absolutely adorable. And seeing that first when I get home from work just makes my day.

On our walk later he saw a dead bird and says " ewww momom thats gisgusging ". isn't that adorable?? I love it!
Posted 7/13/2011 5:24 PM (GMT 0)
You all had some wonderful stories. I love when the little things in life bring us pleasure. I loved reading all of the posts. Today so far has been nice. It has cooled off some. We are expecting rain this week (which we need). I bought a purple (pink) coneflower yesterday at a market on the way home. I hope to plant it today. It is really pretty pink shade. I love it. And it was half price. lol...

Take care all of you. You are all very special to me.

Hugs, Karen
Posted 7/13/2011 5:49 PM (GMT 0)
Great idea! Denita, your grandson sounds adorable, all right! I can't wait for grandchildren.

We had a gigantic storm last night, lightning too close for comfort, but now everything looks and smells wonderful. And no worrying about watering for a couple of days!

Everyone seems to be well right now. Even the animals.

Our son came over last night to try talking our daughter out of going to law school. (This is hard on her, because she's committed - she moves across country in 3 weeks! It's a little late for all this pondering.) So why is this good? Because it shows he actually cares enough to try to help her. Believe me, there have been times over the years I've wondered if he cared about anyone - including himself. So in a weird way, this is a good thing. Life is strange ~ but I'll take my gratitude where I can find it!

Debbie

Debbie
Posted 7/13/2011 6:33 PM (GMT 0)
Fantastic thread!

I usually only come here when I'm prepping for a doctor visit, or feeling the weight of CF/Fibro. This has been a great place to share.

Today I had such a positive experience at my doctor's office with the person that handles the financial aid. He works really hard to find the most affordable (or free) way to enable patients to get the care they need. He's also not afraid to get up and go find my doctor (different office, same floor) and get clarification or to suggest a modification of a prescription that will be more affordable, but still do the same job. During my visit, he also called the pharmacy (downstairs) to double check prices and generic vs. brand.

Having someone advocate for me is such a new thing, and really took the stress out of worrying about how to pay for medical care. He did all of this without me asking him to, and without the burden of fact finding being put on the patient. I sent an email to his manager to let them know what a great job he is doing.
Posted 7/13/2011 6:40 PM (GMT 0)
I am just so thankful that I can stay home because of my health. There not a day that goes by that I don't thank my God for providing. I was so scared that I wouldn't have enough money for house payment or things to live on. I have more then enough.
Posted 7/13/2011 8:04 PM (GMT 0)
My daughter has had a bad case of thrush(weird!!), very painful, unable to eat or drink barely since thurs. Medicine is finally kicking in and she ate some mac n cheese and lima beans today and she laughed for the 12st time in a week. Nothing makes us feel more helpless than watching one of our children suffer!! But she's doing so much better today, we are very grateful. Oh, and the loan company gave me a week extension too Yah!!!

Thanks for the smiles

Maggie
Posted 7/13/2011 9:24 PM (GMT 0)
Yup, this is a great thread. Gotta mix some good stuff in with the not-so-good stuff.

My new computer came last night! I haven't been on it much but I am loving it so far. I am looking forward to installing some of my games on it, hopefully tonight and tomorrow.

There was something else I was going to write but I've forgotten it already, LOL.
Posted 7/13/2011 9:35 PM (GMT 0)
Good old fibrofog eh Moonsinger??? I love everybody's posts. I can feel the joy. And it feels so good to me. Thanks everybody for sharing. I am actually getting tears in my eyes from reading your posts. Good day to all of you!!!

Hugs, Karen
Posted 7/13/2011 9:47 PM (GMT 0)
LOL you got it Karen, but I just remembered the other thing!

My husband officially got the pool open, and the new-to-us pool heater all hooked up. Last night when we hopped in the water was at like, 95 degrees (that's in your American temp, of course, 35 Celsius for those of you who prefer it) and wasn't even really refreshing to swim in, but it was so nice and warm on my sore legs. We've turned it down now, but it was so nice to be able to get in the pool and not cramp up!
Posted 7/13/2011 10:42 PM (GMT 0)
I hope this isn't against any rules to suggest, but what do you guys think of having a monthly "happy" thread sticky'd at the top of the list (after Fibro 101 of course) so it's one of the first things we read/see when we come to this forum?

For example they could be named by the month/year "July 2011 Joys" (just an example), and then when the month is over, unsticky'd and a new one created?

Just a thought, this thread made my happy day even better :)
Posted 7/13/2011 10:43 PM (GMT 0)
Great idea, well yesterday I went into town which is two hours from home with my oldest daughter and saw the tutahnkamun exhibition which is in Australia at the moment,.

Then we went to the biggest shopping mall in Australia, called highpoint had a lovely lunch, and finally hubby cooked tea and I relaxed on the couch..it was a wonderful day I haven't been out much lately..

It made me so appreciative of my family and my life....thanks for letting me share a great day with you
Posted 7/14/2011 1:59 AM (GMT 0)
I love this thread! We are animal lovers, and we got a new puppy today! Our neighbor had a pekingese puppy and had to start travelling. She needed to find a home for the pup. She gave the pup to my mom, who came over to show us the pretty pooch.

Our 15 yr old daughter ran out to her car, saw the dog, started squealing, thinking it was for her. Well, her grandma couldn't bear telling her the pup couldn't stay.

Now, we have a beautiful new puppy to spoil named Chloe. Grandma's sure love their grandchildren. :)
Posted 7/14/2011 2:06 AM (GMT 0)
I just love this. I will find out if we can do a stickie once a month. It will be up to Peter, and I don't know how. But maybe Sherrine can help us too. Reading your posts today touched my heart. I love it when we can share the good things. All the different stories that you told today made me smile. Thank all of you.

Hugs, Karen
Posted 7/14/2011 2:48 AM (GMT 0)
Today I was diagnosed.
On a positive note, I knew to turn here for support. :-)
~Toni
Posted 7/14/2011 4:38 AM (GMT 0)
My sweetie and I are planning a couple nights at the beach in August for our anniversary. We never get away together, and I'm so looking forward to it. It's nice to have something fun to plan and look forward to.
Posted 7/14/2011 5:48 AM (GMT 0)
 Hi Karen,

 I am a new member (about a week or so) but I think that would be a great idea.

 

For example, today was not a good day for me and even though I was in pain and tired, I managed to spend  ome time with my 5 year old. Later this afternoon, I decided I needed a rest and somehow she sensed I wasn't feeling well so she drew me a picture and told me how much fun she had today. I know that seems small, but it made me feel better.  There's nothing I wouldn't do for her and despite how I feel I try spend quality time with her even if its for a short period.

 

It is amazing how just a few encouraging words from someone can change your whole outlook or day for that matter. wink

 

Yellwdaisy 

Posted 7/14/2011 11:59 AM (GMT 0)
Even if it doesn't get stickied, a monthly thread is a nice idea, we do this on a couple of other forums I am a member of. It's easy to keep the thread up near the top if we keep adding our happy newsbites :)

I slept almost normally without any meds last night! Still up a bit earlier than I would have liked but not excessively, and I only woke up briefly a few times in the early morning. I am SO happy about that!
Posted 7/14/2011 1:16 PM (GMT 0)
My power is going to be shut down for a while, but on a positive note, we get a new power pole. lol...

Hugs, Karen

PS Beautiful day!!!
Posted 7/14/2011 2:01 PM (GMT 0)
This morning, I woke up with a new found determination to make some healthy changes in my diet. I am determined to lose 15 lbs.
Eating well will make me feel better...the proper nutrition is going to energize me as well. I know I can do this!!!!

Hugs, Robin
Posted 7/14/2011 3:10 PM (GMT 0)
This morning I was walking my dog and walked into a large spider web.  I was flailing my arms, shaking my hair, and literally making a fool of myself trying to get the web off me.  The good news?  There wasn't a spider in it!   tongue    See....no matter what, there is always something good in whatever happens to you.  You just have to look for it!  yeah

 

Sherrine

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