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AnastasiaSenior Contributor
Hi all,
I never in my wildest dreams thought I'd be here. In saying that I have had some interactions with some of you and you are all lovely, so thanks for saying hi and making me feel welcome! @Shaz51 @Determined @Maggie @Former-Member @Faith-and-hope @Smc @SoS .
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AnastasiaSenior Contributor
I have someone in my life that says I am her best friend...she messaged my boy a couple of days ago cause she saw he's in hospital via social media, which I love but not a peep to me!?!
Oh yeah that's right, cause it's just been a regular part of my life for two years so why would I need a message? Is it me, must be me???Guess I'm expecting what I would do if the shoe was on the other foot.
learned my boy still sh's himself and Si is as high as ever. Even has ideas in place for after hospital 😔
One step forward two back. 😭
Berated at work because me taking four days off next week doesn't suit a colleague.
Not a good day all round 😔
@outlander @NatureLover @Emelia8 @Eve7 @Snowie @Lee82 @Peri @Shaz51 @Bow @Bellarose75 @WIP
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BowSenior Contributor
@Anastasia I'm really sorry very few words but hugs
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AnastasiaSenior Contributor
Thank you dear @Bow
My heart feels like it's in a zillion pieces. I just want a magic wand to take away my boys and everyone's illnesses. Not fair 😭😭😭
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AnastasiaSenior Contributor
I'm sorry @Bow I didn't ask you...are you ok?
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BowSenior Contributor
Wish that magic existed @Anastasia 😩
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BowSenior Contributor
It's ok. I'm not but doesn't matter
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AnastasiaSenior Contributor
Of course it matters @Bow . You matter but I don't know that I'm much good to you as far as advice. All I can say is you are loved and there are reasons to live. 💞
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BowSenior Contributor
Thanks @Anastasia sometimes it's just safer to not speak.
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AnastasiaSenior Contributor
I understand beautiful girl
I'm sorry you're hurting. I hear you @Bow
and I see you too. If I could I'd give you a squishy hug cause I sure as heck need one too 🙏😔🌼💕
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BowSenior Contributor
Thank you @Anastasia actually means so much made me cry. I'm going to go can't be here. Please take care
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