Caught up inside my feelings........

[solarman216]

This is a place I am at the moment, a friend/customer of 30 years plus and 6 years younger than me, he had a triple bypass some years ago then a stent but he always worked a full day, one of the finest people you could wish to meet, he can read people in an instant, put me right a few times with new meets, I tend to be too trusting but he indicated a few times not to trust this or that person, he was never wrong, recently he was diagnosed with lung cancer, had kemo and seemed to be doing well but late last year was told it was still growing, more kemo but not doing any good, still working till Feb but now not able, more recently now on Oxy and morphine, I call in and see him every day for at least half an hour, it is hard seeing a friend dying in front of you and nothing you can do, but my visits mean a lot and it shows, as it happens the emergency Oxy guy turned up while I was there, had I not been there it is no way his wife would have comprehended the equipment involved, initially even I did not till I asked the right questions, oxy bottles for outings, oxy machine for home use, (makes oxy from air, would like one of those) big oxy bottle in case machine fails and pipes gallor, so yes I will happily give up part of my day to visit it is very important to him and his family, Rick

[Blocky10]

And they'll appreciate every minute you're there with them Rick. Good friends are hard to come by and when you realize you've got one, you don't think twice about the time spent with them. They become extended family.
Sounds like an oxy machine would be a handy thing to have! My grandad spent the last days of his life at home (cancer). He had a new full electric bed with all bells and whistles and the last response I got from him was a chuckle when I asked if I could have his bed and turn it into a motorcycle bench for my garage.
I miss him terribly and am glad I spent so much time with him and still have the memories.

[Banshee]

Originally Posted by solarman216

This is a place I am at the moment, a friend/customer of 30 years plus and 6 years younger than me, he had a triple bypass some years ago then a stent but he always worked a full day, one of the finest people you could wish to meet, he can read people in an instant, put me right a few times with new meets, I tend to be too trusting but he indicated a few times not to trust this or that person, he was never wrong, recently he was diagnosed with lung cancer, had kemo and seemed to be doing well but late last year was told it was still growing, more kemo but not doing any good, still working till Feb but now not able, more recently now on Oxy and morphine, I call in and see him every day for at least half an hour, it is hard seeing a friend dying in front of you and nothing you can do, but my visits mean a lot and it shows, as it happens the emergency Oxy guy turned up while I was there, had I not been there it is no way his wife would have comprehended the equipment involved, initially even I did not till I asked the right questions, oxy bottles for outings, oxy machine for home use, (makes oxy from air, would like one of those) big oxy bottle in case machine fails and pipes gallor, so yes I will happily give up part of my day to visit it is very important to him and his family, Rick

You're a top bloke Rick!!!!

[rustic]

Originally Posted by terranosaurusdoug

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Cheers man,i felt the love! oh and I think rustics truck will last forever lol

Quite right, just wondering what will happen to it when I'm gone.

As I get older, with my current condition, I have been accompanying my wife to church on quite a regular basis, even though I have not been confirmed I have been invited up for a blessing, and I have found great comfort in that. I feel very emotional, as my worries feel as though they are shared.
Added to that, the people at church are very helpful and extremely supportive.
When I am able, I go to the short morning service with my wife.
A few times now, I have felt a warming presence, as if a calling, I have discussed this with my wife and family, and I thought about getting confirmed.
I thought that approaching 61 that I would be too old, I discussed this with our local vicar, and she said, it's never too late, you're never too old. After a discussion at our home, the vicar is happy to put me forward for confirmation, and is happy with my understanding of the faith. If all goes well, my confirmation will take place next month by the Bishop at Lichfield Cathedral.
Even writing this, has brought a tear to my eyes.

Like Banshee says, take a bit of time out just for you, to think where you are going, it's all too easy to be swept along with the stresses of life.
It doesn't need a glass of alcohol to bring out your thoughts, it's really better without. Don't be afraid to discuss your thoughts with family and friends.
You guys are my friends, so I am discussing my thoughts with you.
Uncle Rustic (Richard).

[Banshee]

Originally Posted by rustic

Quite right, just wondering what will happen to it when I'm gone.

As I get older, with my current condition, I have been accompanying my wife to church on quite a regular basis, even though I have not been confirmed I have been invited up for a blessing, and I have found great comfort in that. I feel very emotional, as my worries feel as though they are shared.
Added to that, the people at church are very helpful and extremely supportive.
When I am able, I go to the short morning service with my wife.
A few times now, I have felt a warming presence, as if a calling, I have discussed this with my wife and family, and I thought about getting confirmed.
I thought that approaching 61 that I would be too old, I discussed this with our local vicar, and she said, it's never too late, you're never too old. After a discussion at our home, the vicar is happy to put me forward for confirmation, and is happy with my understanding of the faith. If all goes well, my confirmation will take place next month by the Bishop at Lichfield Cathedral.
Even writing this, has brought a tear to my eyes.

Like Banshee says, take a bit of time out just for you, to think where you are going, it's all too easy to be swept along with the stresses of life.
It doesn't need a glass of alcohol to bring out your thoughts, it's really better without. Don't be afraid to discuss your thoughts with family and friends.
You guys are my friends, so I am discussing my thoughts with you.
Uncle Rustic (Richard).

Rustic that's great I'm glad you've found some comfort in services with your wife and I presume the Bishop at Lichfield Cathedral doesn't just confirm anyone

[terranosaurusdoug]

Originally Posted by rustic

Quite right, just wondering what will happen to it when I'm gone.

As I get older, with my current condition, I have been accompanying my wife to church on quite a regular basis, even though I have not been confirmed I have been invited up for a blessing, and I have found great comfort in that. I feel very emotional, as my worries feel as though they are shared.
Added to that, the people at church are very helpful and extremely supportive.
When I am able, I go to the short morning service with my wife.
A few times now, I have felt a warming presence, as if a calling, I have discussed this with my wife and family, and I thought about getting confirmed.
I thought that approaching 61 that I would be too old, I discussed this with our local vicar, and she said, it's never too late, you're never too old. After a discussion at our home, the vicar is happy to put me forward for confirmation, and is happy with my understanding of the faith. If all goes well, my confirmation will take place next month by the Bishop at Lichfield Cathedral.
Even writing this, has brought a tear to my eyes.

Like Banshee says, take a bit of time out just for you, to think where you are going, it's all too easy to be swept along with the stresses of life.
It doesn't need a glass of alcohol to bring out your thoughts, it's really better without. Don't be afraid to discuss your thoughts with family and friends.
You guys are my friends, so I am discussing my thoughts with you.
Uncle Rustic (Richard).

I'm sure somebody on here will snap it up one day, shouldn't be too difficult to find somebody with sentimental values who will treat it the same as you have.

I'm not very religious, but I appreiciate that religion plays a very important and influential role in society. It can teach people decent morals, right from wrong but more importantly as you are finding out it is a community of people that share good values and beliefs and support each other, and I think that alone will trigger certain emotions in a person

[melissachels]

We have some pretty serious situations here too.

Makes you think....life's too short....enjoy it




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[solarman216]

Just had a text to say my friend/customer has been moved into a hospice, as he now needs round the clock care, means to see him now will have to travel to Hastings not far by most peoples accounts but we do not have motorways here and traffic is high, it is so hard to watch a person die, would rather not go but the way his eyes lit up today when I walked in makes it bearable but only just, Rick

[Blocky10]

Doubt it'll stop you Rick cos that's how you are. I'm sure they'll understand it may not be as frequent though.