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2017-04-09 8:31 PM
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Wow, Jim, so much to handle. Prayers for you and the family.


2017-04-09 8:46 PM
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Originally posted by JBacarella

It has been a rough week.


Im so sorry to hear this, I certainly know that you have faced some really challenging times over this past year+.
2017-04-10 3:08 AM
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Originally posted by DaveL

Originally posted by JBacarella

It has been a rough week.


Im so sorry to hear this, I certainly know that you have faced some really challenging times over this past year+.
So very sorry to read this. Thinking of you all and sending prayers your way.
2017-04-10 4:59 AM
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Jim, so sorry to hear about yet another loss for you. But glad your wife is doing well, and that is awesome about your daughter!

2017-04-10 5:52 AM
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Jim, I am so sorry for all of your challenges. And I am really glad to see the good you are able to see in it. Congrats to your daughter.

2017-04-10 6:42 AM
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Jim, I am so sorry for all of your challenges. And I am really glad to see the good you are able to see in it. Congrats to your daughter.

Jim,

I echo what everyone else has said and I hope the days ahead are easier!



2017-04-10 8:49 AM
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Jim, thinking of you and your family.

Congrats to your daughter and speedy recovery to your wife.
2017-04-10 9:30 AM
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Originally posted by fortissimo

Jim, thinking of you and your family.

Congrats to your daughter and speedy recovery to your wife.


All of this Jim.
2017-04-10 10:06 AM
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Originally posted by JBacarella It has been a rough week. My wife had her surgery on Monday at Cleveland Clinic.The surgery was very painful and recovery won't be easy, but not nearly what she went through in November and December after the first surgery. On Wednesday, I had what was honestly the worst ride of my life. I was using one of their spin bikes, when my oldest texted that she was having an issue with one of her law school applications and was upset, Not an emergency, just a couple of texts to calm her down, then try to figure out a solution. Then my wife called to tell me that daughter #2 had a hairdryer explode and she was on her way to the ER. She ended up with a 2nd degree burn on her finger. As soon as I got off the phone with her, my Mom's Hospice nurse called and she informed me that my mother was actively dying. My brother came up to be with my Mom. I was upset, because I was so far away, and my wife needed me (although she told me to go). I did get a second opinion from her Dad and he felt I should stay. He could not come to Cleveland to be with my wife, because my mother in law is still recovering from her illness. My wife was discharged on Thursday and we started the normally 5 1/2 hour drive, it took over 7 hours, because of the weather. I drove directly to the nursing home and stayed with my Mom from Thursday night until Saturday morning when she passed. My older daughters came home from college, to say goodbye to my Mom. It was nice to spend the extended time with them and my Mother and his wife. The good out of this is: -For the first time in 15 years, my wife is disease free! -My Mom is free from her Alzheimer's prison. One super cool thing is my oldest daughter won the Humanitarian of the Year from Michigan State University for her work with the refugees in the Moria Refugee Camp in Greece.

Oh no!  I am so sorry to hear about your nogoodverybad Wednesday.

{{hugs}}

2017-04-10 11:08 AM
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Originally posted by JBacarella It has been a rough week. My wife had her surgery on Monday at Cleveland Clinic.The surgery was very painful and recovery won't be easy, but not nearly what she went through in November and December after the first surgery. On Wednesday, I had what was honestly the worst ride of my life. I was using one of their spin bikes, when my oldest texted that she was having an issue with one of her law school applications and was upset, Not an emergency, just a couple of texts to calm her down, then try to figure out a solution. Then my wife called to tell me that daughter #2 had a hairdryer explode and she was on her way to the ER. She ended up with a 2nd degree burn on her finger. As soon as I got off the phone with her, my Mom's Hospice nurse called and she informed me that my mother was actively dying. My brother came up to be with my Mom. I was upset, because I was so far away, and my wife needed me (although she told me to go). I did get a second opinion from her Dad and he felt I should stay. He could not come to Cleveland to be with my wife, because my mother in law is still recovering from her illness. My wife was discharged on Thursday and we started the normally 5 1/2 hour drive, it took over 7 hours, because of the weather. I drove directly to the nursing home and stayed with my Mom from Thursday night until Saturday morning when she passed. My older daughters came home from college, to say goodbye to my Mom. It was nice to spend the extended time with them and my Mother and his wife. The good out of this is: -For the first time in 15 years, my wife is disease free! -My Mom is free from her Alzheimer's prison. One super cool thing is my oldest daughter won the Humanitarian of the Year from Michigan State University for her work with the refugees in the Moria Refugee Camp in Greece.

Jim, so sorry to hear there were so many things stacked up so close.  I'm really glad for you that there were some positives in the mix and that you're even able to appreciate them in the midst of the turmoil.  Good and bad - they both take it out of you, in different ways.  Hope you're back on steady ground soon.

Matt

2017-04-10 11:49 AM
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Jim, my deepest condolences for you and your family. Next week almost certainly has to be better than the last.


2017-04-10 12:22 PM
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Originally posted by Jet Black
Originally posted by fortissimo Jim, thinking of you and your family. Congrats to your daughter and speedy recovery to your wife.
All of this Jim.

Everyone has said it - but sending you hugs in the wake of loss. It's wonderful that you can you look at the positives and have your own lovely family for comfort. 

2017-04-10 12:22 PM
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Originally posted by Jet Black
Originally posted by fortissimo Jim, thinking of you and your family. Congrats to your daughter and speedy recovery to your wife.
All of this Jim.

Everyone has said it - but sending you hugs in the wake of loss. It's wonderful that you can you look at the positives and have your own lovely family for comfort. 

2017-04-10 1:17 PM
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Condolences on the loss of your Mom, Jim.  I am glad to hear your wife is now disease free, sending good thoughts for her convalescence.  Congratulations to your daughter!  What a week.

2017-04-10 1:42 PM
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I'm so sorry to hear of your mom's passing, Jim, but glad to hear you could be with her.  Congrats to your wife, hoping recovery goes very smoothly and quickly for her. I'm glad to hear the hairdryer episode wasn't worse, geez!  And congrats to your oldest daughter, what a special honor and special person.  I'll be keeping you and your family in my thoughts.

2017-04-10 2:49 PM
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Jim,
I am so sorry for your loss... You and your family are in my thoughts. That must've been a horrible day/week for you. At least, as you said, your Mom does not have to suffer, and you got a chance to spend the last moments with her. I hope you are coping well...

I am very glad and happy for your wife getting better, and your daughters making such an excellent educational progress (congrats on the award!)


2017-04-11 8:39 AM
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Originally posted by marysia83 Jim, I am so sorry for your loss... You and your family are in my thoughts. That must've been a horrible day/week for you. At least, as you said, your Mom does not have to suffer, and you got a chance to spend the last moments with her. I hope you are coping well... I am very glad and happy for your wife getting better, and your daughters making such an excellent educational progress (congrats on the award!)

To echo all of this. I am so very sorry. How strong you are to find good in so much sadness!

2017-04-11 12:09 PM
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Well I'm happy to report that I'll be on the DL for hopefully just a short while. I have this problem where I'm able to have more kids, so I'm having that fixed this afternoon. So say a quick prayer for my boys if you can.
2017-04-11 12:13 PM
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Originally posted by Jet Black Well I'm happy to report that I'll be on the DL for hopefully just a short while. I have this problem where I'm able to have more kids, so I'm having that fixed this afternoon. So say a quick prayer for my boys if you can.

:D This made me chuckle. Best of luck! Enjoy sitting with your feet up and a bag of peas handy. Here's to short DL stay - all for the family

2017-04-11 12:16 PM
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Originally posted by Jet Black Well I'm happy to report that I'll be on the DL for hopefully just a short while. I have this problem where I'm able to have more kids, so I'm having that fixed this afternoon. So say a quick prayer for my boys if you can.

Ugh, good luck with that

2017-04-11 12:17 PM
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So, sort of like Sean's DL status - i am over here 38 weeks pregnant tomorrow with two more work days left. Somehow i think my recovery will be a bit longer, though . Due date is two weeks from now and i am definitely feeling it. My feet are swollen and i have to pee all the time. But other than that i am doing well. I am fortunate, i do get year off and at this time of year I am looking forward to having May and June to be out strolling with the new baby ... but not just yet. 

I need some good training and race details so i can live vicariously through you all! Keep 'em coming, everyone! 



2017-04-11 12:43 PM
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Originally posted by juniperjen

So, sort of like Sean's DL status - i am over here 38 weeks pregnant tomorrow with two more work days left. Somehow i think my recovery will be a bit longer, though . Due date is two weeks from now and i am definitely feeling it. My feet are swollen and i have to pee all the time. But other than that i am doing well. I am fortunate, i do get year off and at this time of year I am looking forward to having May and June to be out strolling with the new baby ... but not just yet. 

I need some good training and race details so i can live vicariously through you all! Keep 'em coming, everyone! 

We need for you to check in after the baby is born!  Don't forget us!

2017-04-11 12:50 PM
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Originally posted by Jet Black Well I'm happy to report that I'll be on the DL for hopefully just a short while. I have this problem where I'm able to have more kids, so I'm having that fixed this afternoon. So say a quick prayer for my boys if you can.

Can't wait to see how Janyne describes this in the weekly DL report

Good luck! 

2017-04-11 12:52 PM
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Originally posted by juniperjen

So, sort of like Sean's DL status - i am over here 38 weeks pregnant tomorrow with two more work days left. Somehow i think my recovery will be a bit longer, though . Due date is two weeks from now and i am definitely feeling it. My feet are swollen and i have to pee all the time. But other than that i am doing well. I am fortunate, i do get year off and at this time of year I am looking forward to having May and June to be out strolling with the new baby ... but not just yet. 

I need some good training and race details so i can live vicariously through you all! Keep 'em coming, everyone! 

Sorry for your discomfort, but the payoff will be worth it!

1 year off - heaven (especially if I could have it just because I want it and not have to give birth first )  

2017-04-11 2:49 PM
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Originally posted by juniperjen

So, sort of like Sean's DL status - i am over here 38 weeks pregnant tomorrow with two more work days left. Somehow i think my recovery will be a bit longer, though . Due date is two weeks from now and i am definitely feeling it. My feet are swollen and i have to pee all the time. But other than that i am doing well. I am fortunate, i do get year off and at this time of year I am looking forward to having May and June to be out strolling with the new baby ... but not just yet. 

I need some good training and race details so i can live vicariously through you all! Keep 'em coming, everyone! 




Yes please check in after the baby! I hope you're not too miserable these last couple of weeks.
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