So much for 2024 being a better year.

[1903Collector]

Pardon my whining gents, today is the one year anniversary of my Dad's death, we have to put our Labrador down in the in the next day or two and I have to go in for another coronary cath procedure next week, #5 I think, or 6 I can't even remember any more. And it's not even friggin March yet!

Ok, done whining, carry on!

 

[1903Collector]

And I just found out a few minutes ago that a good friend died today, same day as My dad and from the same thing....I literally feel surround by death WTF!

 

[DitchDigger]

That’s not whining,,,it’s venting,,,,
That’s a lot of emotional pain to get off your chest,,,
Helps to let it loose,,,,
Stay strong

 

[VTski4x4]

Sorry for everything you're going through. Stay strong.

Lord, when my heart is overwhelmed, overwhelm me with Your peace. Lead me to You, my rock. Guide me to Your Word which gives me strength and refuge.

 

[greencobra]

it'll get better. we've all gone through "life" events and come out the other side intact. you got us to vent to...feel free to at any time.

 

[richc]

Vent away. It's a good place to do so.

You deserve to be angry/upset with such a series of events.

Venting is good for the soul. Especially among a group that does care about other members.

Rich

 

[LuvDog]

Let it out. Heal you soul.

Maybe some range therapy would help

 

[TJ4]

I’m sorry to hear that you’re going through that, and there’s nothing wrong with venting. This isn’t a “flexing on the poors” or a “first world problems” thread, it’s you experiencing some truly bad times in life that we all eventually face.

Keep plugging away and stay strong.

 

[BarnBuilder]

Thoughts and prayers going out to you my friend

" For I know the plans I have for You " Declares the Lord

"plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you Hope and a Future"

Jeremiah 29 : 11

 

[GeorgeMason]

I feel your pain. 2023 was that kind of year for me. You’re not whining, you’re letting it out. Keeping it pent up inside will just make you feel worse. Spend as much time with the pup as you can, it’s your time to be strong for them. As far as your health problems, take them day by day, little bites. Stress absolutely affects healing and recuperation.
As others have said. Take a little time to yourself doing something you love. Even if it’s just an hour at the range, snuggle in the floor with the pup, or a dinner with friends or family. Take the time for yourself because no one else will.
If you need someone to to talk to/at, dm me. This community has been here for me through some tough times and I’m happy to pay it forward.
Keep your head up! Think of great memories of your dad. Celebrate his life, not his death.

 

[kalash]

I'm not going to go into detail but February has been very rough.

 

[Coda]

There is a belief that bad luck happens in threes. You have met that quota.

You are due for some good luck and I hope it comes your way soon. Hang in there.........

 

[Sparky1911]

Only up hill from here brother. Good luck

 

[1903Collector]

Thank you all, hanging out here makes things a little better. Been having some quiet time with the dog before we have to let him go. He's 15 and a hot mess but he's had a good life my butter thief, He would swipe and eat entire sticks of butter and he once woofed down 13 chocolate on chocolate cupcakes. Funny the things you remember.

 

[cams]

@1903Collector , just remember that your success rate for surviving the worst days of your life so far is 100%. You got this.

Lot of good people here if you need anything.

 

[LuvDog]

I thought my one dog was the only dog that like to eat butter.

 

[slipknot]

I hope your procedure goes well. Sorry it's been a tough time for you. Things have been difficult for many lately.
If misery loves company, the past year has been awful for my family as well. We moved my mother in law in with us 2 years ago and I began the process to add an addition for her while my son gave up his room for her and went to the basement. Spent a year to build and finally got her stuff moved into it and once the toilet and final plumbing was in she was able to sleep in there. 9 days later in August she dies of a massive brain bleed All this while I am trying to work and do my other full time job taking care of my parents (as their health declines age 89 &87) and their maintain house. Fall comes and my dad gets worse ends up in nursing home so we move my mom to assisted living and day after Xmas my mom falls breaks leg, while both are at same facility my dad ends up in hospice and lasts one day, gone on Jan. 5th. She is back at memory care place but life sure is difficult to age gracefully. It has been exhausting to say the least but I know there are others going thru worse so I just try to stay positive and healthy myself which is becoming more and more difficult. Good luck, I'm sure things will get better

 

[71montess]

I know you’ve herd this before but, you really are going to be better with a positive attitude. Think about shaking up your normal routine, try a consistent lite exercise plan, change up the food you normally eat ?

 

[Dadstoys]

I hope things turn around for you.
Not a particularly religious person here but there has been one line that sticks with me.
The Lord sometimes gives you more than you want , but not more than you can handle.

 

[gerrycaruso]

I agree. It's not a very good year. I can either put my dog down or spend 17 grand on 2 knee surgeries. I refuse to put him down. I guess I'll be selling one of the machineguns.

 

[1903Collector]

I agree. It's not a very good year. I can either put my dog down or spend 17 grand on 2 knee surgeries. I refuse to put him down. I guess I'll be selling one of the machineguns.

Yea it's hard, my younger daughter has been nursing our old guy for a couple years now but its just gotten to the point where there is nothing else anyone can do. It will be hardest on her, she truly loves these beasties.

 

[gerrycaruso]

You'd think it would get easier but it gets harder. It's the reason Jack got a parrot. He couldn't take losing dogs anymore and wanted something that would outlive him. He got his wish.

 

[SS1]

Celebrate the Life and Good times
Do what they do in mexico
Day of the Dead

 

[richc]

I agree. It's not a very good year. I can either put my dog down or spend 17 grand on 2 knee surgeries. I refuse to put him down. I guess I'll be selling one of the machineguns.

I spent $25K on two full hip replacements for our dog a few years ago. And then another $5K for a knee reconstruction.

I'll never regret that.

 

[Spartan65]

I’m in the hospital on my death bed ( bacterial meningitis) second time I have had it in ten years.

Could be worse

 

[richc]

I’m in the hospital on my death bed ( bacterial meningitis) second time I have had it in ten years.

Could be worse

OMFG... DUDE!!!!!!!

Get better soon.

 

[Hogie1]

Keep the faith as best you can, you have friends here sending positive vibes.

 

[VTski4x4]

I’m in the hospital on my death bed ( bacterial meningitis) second time I have had it in ten years.

Could be worse

Dude stop licking hospital toilets!


Get better soon!

 

[gerrycaruso]

richc, I thought 17 was bad. Holy shit man, I feel much better now.

 

[richc]

richc, I thought 17 was bad. Holy shit man, I feel much better now.

Gerry, my friend would not be here without these surgeries.

My son asked if I'd do the same for him. I gave him a resounding... maybe...