I'm making this post so you don't wonder if I got a second case of appendicitis... in two months!<P>And no... I'm not taking Steve H.'s advice to cut back... (sorry Steve ...)<P>I'll be off the forum from Easter Sunday through May 3rd... yep... it's a long time!<BR>I wonder if I'll have withdrawal symptoms... no... not because of an OW... but withdrawal from the forum.<P>I'm taking my kids on an extended trip to Florida since last summer they got virtually no vacation time (problems due to discovery of W's affair and early battles for children.)<P>I plan on doing a decent amount of relaxing, reading some of the <A HREF="http://www.marriagebuilders.com/forum/Forum29/HTML/000025.html" TARGET=_blank>Books</A> we all recommend to each other!<P>I was wondering if you all would be on the look out for the Newbies... and direct them to <A HREF="http://www.marriagebuilders.com/forum/Forum29/HTML/000002.html" TARGET=_blank>http://www.marriagebuilders.com/forum/Forum29/HTML/000002.html</A> (the General Welcome)<P>I can't be doing my updates to the <A HREF="http://www.marriagebuilders.com/forum/Forum29/HTML/000013.html" TARGET=_blank>Notable Posts/Threads</A> posts either... but I'll check on replies to it when I get back... (also check out <A HREF="http://www.marriagebuilders.com/forum/Forum29/HTML/000098.html" TARGET=_blank>Recent Notable Posts/Threads...</A>)!<P>I'm going to miss you all... <BR>...I'll check in periodically for the next 2 days... but there is just too much to do getting ready for this trip... <P>My thoughts will be with you all... <BR>I'll keep praying for all of you... <P>Jim<p>[This message has been edited by NSR (edited April 20, 2000).]

Jim, <BR>How am I going to make it through the next few days without you to push me forward? Of course there is always Lori and Sheba to give me that little shove.<P>Seriously, I am glad you and the children are taking an extended vacation. You need time with them and for your self. Don't read all the time find time for some fun for you self. And get plenty of rest. You need this break.<P>Have fun<P>{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}<P><BR><P>------------------<BR>di<P>

Jim,<P>What kind of deal did you get. I'm planning to go in June. I have a place to stay, i just need to make arrangements.<P>My kids too missed vacation because of discovery! <P>1 yr aniversary is in a few weeks. I hope card fairie doesn't send me a card for that!

Have a great vacation, Jim. And while doing so... give some thought to Steve's advice, after all he seems to know what he talks about, no?<P>Alex<P>------------------<BR><B>Live fully and always learn</B>

<B>Jim</B><P>Had to show that I was lurking again. I hope and pray you have the most wonderful vacation. You deserve is my friend.<P>You will be missed but, glad to hear that you'll be coming back to take care of everyone in your own special way.<P>Again have a great great time.<P>Hugs!<P>------------------<BR><B>God bless you and all of us. We are all going to make it, all of us! With God on our side we can't lose! What God has joined together let no man put asunder. <P>Samantha</B><p>[This message has been edited by A blessed Samantha (edited April 20, 2000).]

Hey Jim, regarding your NOT taking Steve's advice;<P>Hey all, what was that recipe for mac & cheese? <P><BR>Take a rest man!<P>------------------<BR>Prayers & God Bless!<BR>Chris<BR>For relationship info check out <A HREF="http://www.pcisys.net/~chriscal1/resources.html" TARGET=_blank>Marriage & Relationship Resources</A>

jim, <P> Will miss you, but have a great trip!<BR>Lora

HI Jim,<BR> HEY have a GREAT vacation!! You of all deserve it!! May some WONDERFUL memories for you and your children!! GOOD LUCK & PRAYERS FRANK<BR>P.S. HAve a safe one too!! See you when you get back!!

Jim,<P>Have a lovely vacation with your kids...<P>Vacation? What's that? You'll have to explain it when you get back! <P>~Sheryl<BR>

Jim,<P>Late for work,enjoy yourself.I will be praying for you.Bethn

Jim,<P>Have a GREAT vacation - you deserve it. Do yourself a big favor - forget about your problems AND MB while on vacation. Let your batteries recharge. <P>------------------<BR>But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control.<BR>Galatians 5:22-23

Jim,<BR> Have a great vacation in Florida.You need to get away from all this.Maybe you should leave the books at home,and give your brain a rest?Just have some R&R,and lots of fun.<BR> --Murph

Hey Jim,<P>Have a great time!! just rest and enjoy yourself and your kids.<P>(((((HUGS)))))<P>Mitzi

Jim,<P>You are such a blessing to each and every one of us at MB. Have a wonderful time with your kids, and take the advice offered here..RELAX!<P>Allison

Jim,<P>Have a great vacation! I will be spending the holiday with my Dad.<P>Try to relax and NOT think about this all as much as is possible for you to do!<P>Later, Desiree<P><P>------------------<BR>"Life is made up, not of great sacrifices or duties, but of little things in which smiles and kindnesses and small obligations, given habitually, are what win and preserve the heart and secure comfort."<P>Sir Humphry Davy<BR>

Jim-<P>Best to you and your children. Have a great time and I hope the weather is outstanding for you.<P>Get some R&R and just veg out and relax in the warm Florida sun!<P>Have the time of your life...your kids are very lucky to have such a great dad! <P>mrrlk<p>[This message has been edited by mrrlk (edited April 21, 2000).]

Hey Jim,<P>Have a blast!!!!! Relax, kick your feet up, take a load off, drink some lemonade....<P>Anyways I think you get what I'm saying! Be Safe!<P>------------------<BR>"If you can learn from the mistakes of others, you won't have to make them youself."<P>lady_divine77@yahoo.com

JIm have a great time with the kids.<P>I haven't been here as often as I used to, but I'll do my best to direct newbies everytime I'm here.<P>And now, go and have fun <P>Hugs <BR>Kat

Hi NSR -<P>Gosh, that sounds heavenly....to get away and RELAX!!!! (I wanna go...I wanna go!!!)<P>One suggestion for you though...PLEASE bring something else to read!! How about a good spy story...or Stephen King or Grisham. ANYTHING but relationship stuff.....yuck - not on a relaxing vacation!!!! You want to have a couple of days to FORGET this junk, not bring it with you!! Give it some thought -OK?<P>So, where in FL are you going? Disneyworld? Enjoy your kids and even let yourself be a kid again too!!!<P>One more thing....don't forget your shades!!! WE don't want your eyes strained!! Sunblock is a must also!!<P>OK - mommy talk over!!! LOLOLOL!!!<P>BIG HUGS, although we will miss you - we are also living vicariously through you on this vacation....make sure you let us have fun!!!!<P>Love Ya,<P>Sheba

Jim........ I hope you have a good vacation and get yourself mentally recharged. On top of your own problems, sifting daily through all of these outcries for help has to be as emotionally draining for you as it is rewarding to help. <P>Your advice to all on this board has been invaluable. Perhaps you should think about YOU charging $85 a session...LOL.<P>Hope to see you back soon.