Well guys and dolls, I think I should go perty-up for the H, although... I am having such fun!!<p>Hugs to each of you... TRULY... thank you from the bottom of my heart! <tears of joy><p>Karen, I'll drive... and yes, we'll make a date... <p>I'm gonna print this out and keep it... you have given me hope tonight!!<p>Love to all,

Well, good night ALL. Glad you are feeling better Sheryl. Have a good night.<p> jd

I'm so glad you're feeling better Sheryl!<p>You can email me at topie25@hotmail.com and we can arrange our 'date' (I'm guessing probably after xmas sometime.. it's almost here ya know! [img]images/icons/shocked.gif" border="0[/img] ).<p>I"m heading outside for another cancer stick. Catch y'all later! (((((((((( MBers )))))))))<p>Karen

By the way, I'm on the west coast of Canada on Vancouver Island. I think me and Slappy are the only ones I know of from B.C. but I'm sure there's tons more out there. [img]images/icons/smile.gif" border="0[/img]

Karen,<p>About the driving thing - I did not learn to drive until I was 27, the week before H was heading to the U.S. to do a graduate degree. Until then, either H did the driving or I walked or took the bus.<p>The one upside to learning to drive at 27 was that during driver's ed (yes, I took a driving course), those 16 and 17 year olds thought I was a real genius because I could answer all of the driving instructor's questions. I guess reading the driving manual and a decade more of common sense does have its advantages. [img]images/icons/wink.gif" border="0[/img] <p>Hey, perhaps Sheryl could take you out for your first driving lesson... Now, there is an idea. Trusty MB friend and driving instructor - the one, the only, Nyneve.<p>I am going to hang out here a little longer, if anyone else wants to keep chatting.<p>OneDay<p>[ November 16, 2001: Message edited by: OneDay ]</p>

I'm back.<p>OneDay... hehehe.. you gave me a good giggle (oooohhh... jelly belly hurts!! [img]images/icons/tongue.gif" border="0[/img] ).<p>The only thing keeping me from starting on my licence is the beginners fee. We live paycheck to paycheck here (sigh!)... so the $100 it costs to start now really puts a kink in our budget. (that can buy a LOT of diapers and formula.. grin).

Karen,<p>I know a few women who are over 40 and still don't drive. I think after the teen and early twenty years, learning to drive is a 'necessity' thing. Since you don't need it, don't worry about it. If you are curious, the driver's manual is free (or at least it used to be) at the driving test centres.<p>Hey, if you get a head start with the manual, you can really WOW them when you have a little loose change for lessons!<p>Btw, how are things with you these days? I don't think I have seen an update in a while.<p>OneDay

The manuals aren't free anymore [img]images/icons/frown.gif" border="0[/img] They cost around $10. I've gone so far as to finally buy one this past summer (during my separation with H). Available at any Canadian Tire retailer!! LOL... well, that's where I got mine anyways. I got the free one too... back when I turned 16. The new one is at LEAST 3 times as thick (it has to tell you how to close doors, put on seatbelts, etc... makes me laugh actually!).<p>Things are going well for me. I'm learning to let go of the resentment I feel towards OW#1 (that FORMER friend of mine... grrrr!!!)... but it's a difficult task.<p>I'm dealing with Andrew's passing MUCH better, but I'm pretty p.o.'d that on the 1st anniversary of his passing, the whole world was focused elsewhere (Sept 11, 2000). Selfish? Yup. But I don't care either. [img]images/icons/tongue.gif" border="0[/img] <p>The biggest problem I'm having with H is the amount of time he spends with his 'buddy'. They're out right now, having a coffee. They're worse than teenage girls!! (and having been one, I can rightfully say that! [img]images/icons/grin.gif" border="0[/img] ).<p>I started reading your post on the recovery board, but I'll admit, I can't read the long posts these past few days (my concentration level is kaputz!... I blame the drugs! LOL)

hi sheryl,
sorry i disappeared. i did not get the boot, but rather a neighbor visit with terrible news.
the neighbor was just coming home and found my dog dead on the road. This is very tragic for me and him-he was a great dog, very loving, my buddy. He never strayed out that way-it is far from the house, and i never saw it as a potential problem because he is a smart well trained show dog. I have no idea why he would go all that way tonight. He was right here, keeping my feet warm, while I typed to you earlier.
say some prayers for us. i will bury him in the morning. cl

Karen,<p>I gotta go now. My 2 year old is calling for me, and H sleeps through most of the night wakings.<p>Why oh why do these little ones not sleep???<p>Talk to you soon,<p>OneDay

((((((((((( cl )))))))))))<p>I am so sorry for your loss!!! Losing a pet is losing one of the family. My condolences go out to you.<p>(I think Sheryl logged off a while ago.. her H was due home).<p>Karen

I should go now too. It's almost 1a.m. here, and I need to get more rest to heal best.<p>Take care everyone!<p>cl: be sure to talk about your pup on here if you need to. I had a cat for over 18 yrs, and when he died, I needed to talk about him (just like I still need to talk about my son, Andrew).<p>Karen

cl<p>I am so sorry for the loss of your pup. I know it must be hard. I really don't know what I would do if I lost my dog (baby is her name) she has given me a lot of comfort through this whole mess. I have cried to her and talked and she just lays beside me and acts as if she knows what is going on.<p>Now back to one day at a time to get over the loss of your dog. He had a wonderful life with you.<p>Stay strong<p>
SLH

On cl, How well I understand!!!<p>((((((((((cl))))))))))<p>It is tragic, because animals are PEOPLE to me!! I completely understand... <p>I'm so sorry... and I hope you will begin your ownn thread, if you haven't already (didn't see one though, but I'll look)...<p>I am so, so sorry... [img]images/icons/frown.gif" border="0[/img]

thank you everyone.
Nyneve, I lost my manners last night when i wrote this on your thread. Please forgive me...I lost it in every way. I did start a thread in the bible study group. I dont post a lot there, but read frequently.
I hope you are feeling better today. cl

My Gosh, cl, you didn't lose your manners!! I just want you to get your much needed hugs and lovin' all to yourself... now off I go to YOUR thread!! <p>Love, Sheryl

Sheryl<p>I am sorry I wasn't here for you when you needed to talk. You know of course my thoughts, prayers and candles are directed your way.<p>cl<p>I posted to you on the Woman's Bible Study forum. <p>{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{Nyvene & cl}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}