I hope this is OK for me to post a continuation.

Curlyben, you are just so on to of things, dear. Hope you and the family are doing great.

Lots of Virtual Hugs to all of my friends AMHD - that means all of you!

Stringer

No, just things that need done; cut the grass, possibly attempt to again clean and organize the garage, things like that. But mostly just relax.

I have been extremely stressed lately, mainly from business related things and a constant barrage from an egotistic, narcissistic, anal retentive, bi polar business partner (pain in the --PITA). So I need the weekend to "replenish" for another go next week. Business is tough, especially in a very competitive business. A constant battle with competitors, dealing with clients.....this constant PITA just magnifies the stress......Oh well, that's life......if the business wasn't so successful....he would be on my "doesn't exist" list.

Enough complaining dear, sorry.....just got off the phone with him and...well complaining doesn't really help and at least I have a lovely wife who understands (haha she wants a contract put out on him---no, she is kidding, really).......you know.

Get better soon, and get outside the weather is fine here in Chicago..about 75 degrees and sunshine today......

Stringer

Chery

Dear Stringer - You know that this is the right place to vent. We are here to listen and let you get it out so that it does not build up too much. You guys have no idea how much you've helped me in my times of need and it has helped me tremendously just to let it out, which I thank you all for being there...

If Marta need some help, let her know that I'd be more than willing to assist her in her ventures (ha.ha) but it is good that she backs you up.

Vent all you want hon, and lots of Virtual Hugs from across the 'Big Pond'.

Chery

Hon, that's the only way, so crash right in any time... some conversations are above my head and I step out for a few days, but then come back to the old 'watering hole'. You are always welcome - and don't you forget it!

Speaking of lunch, today I sliced and threw in some cooked potatoes, peppers, onion, bacon bits and two eggs into a microwave dish and let it cook. Was surprised at how delish it was, even better with a little hot sauce. Oh, my stomach is going to get back at me for that, but it tasted great going down.

Tonight it's going to be a chicken pot pie and a tall glass of strawberry flavored milk.

Going shopping tomorrow - gotta get some more hair color and the only place I can get it is in a special wholesale store. I want my hair silver-gray. Ironic that most women get gray hair and don't want it, but the women in my family never get gray hair - my great-grandmother's fault.

What are your plans for the weekend?

Stringer

Thank you sweetheart seriously I appreciate your words hon.

I really don't like complaining like that, it just gets overbearing at times (And I know after 15 years--he isn't going to change.)

By nature I have always been the one that was the "Father Confessor" if you know what I mean hon. Everyone seemed to come to me in high school, college, and ever since with their problems, I don't mind and I really try to fix them if and when I can (sheriff).

But the stress that kills you is the kind that has no resolution.....and that is what I 'm facing almost daily.

Opps, I did it again, drained myself like a leaking bucket didn't I? I am beginning to feel better now and things find a balance...

Thanks again Chery for letting me rant......

Jesushelper76

Happy you made it over Stringer, and jrebel7 very big welcome.

Stringer

Thanks my friend, I wouldn't just let you guys get away.....

Jesushelper76

I was going to send invitations out to everyone.
Oh and Stringer, I knew you wouldnt just let us all get away.... (;
Have a great weekend.

jrebel7

Thank you much! A great group of people here. Fun to be a part it.

Chery

That's OK dear. I always was there for everyone else. I was always able to help them out with their problems somehow - but never quite was able to help myself with my learned experience and still seem to make the same mistakes. I've learned though - better late than never - that I come first from now on, except for my AMHD family and loved ones here at home.

So, welcome to the 'bleeding hearts for everyone else club' and vent here with me so that we do get some relief too. WE DESERVE IT.. and I know all of our friends here will agree.

Altenweg

I'm on board Chery, you vent away Stringer. How many times have you guys listened to me vent, you never complain, just listen, give advice, sometimes a shoulder to lean on, that's why I love all of you so much. Okay, mushy moment over.

How is everyone today?