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Ms Madge and I are getting along okay in the drawer Send but here are a few requests: 1) Please, put your vibrator somewhere else. It goes off during the night and scares the bejesus out of me. Nearly pooped my pants.

2) I think you have a melted chocolate bar in here or ..............:P

3) Look into the drawer during the night and say hi. In fact, crawl in if you like. I think we still have some room.
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Fregflyer,
Yeah, once you see a horse crash like that, right in front of you, in person on the track, it is never the same. Never thought of that, watching the video after the race! I enjoyed the paddock areas and the close up view of the horses when I used to go, not for many years now.
Tomorrow is some kind of worldwide running event for people. Lol.
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Sendhelp, I also choose Thunder Snow because of his/her name. I usually don't watch the race but I watch the rerun as long as no horse got hurt... seen too many in the past that are still ingrain in my brain :(

Thunder Snow got spooked by something, and didn't want any part of running in the mud. Hope it's nothing else.
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Thanks everyone for your well wishes and advice.

Kettle black, this is the pot black visiting, sorry you were bored. I get it, but you are on respite, and only you can define what you want and need. To figure that out, go sit in a Starbucks, order Cocoa, and log into AC from there. Bring home a scone for Sunday's breakfast?

Gershun,
Have not gone to the doctor yet. Once I figure out how to spell the new M.D.'s specialty, I will get back to you. It may come under the heading alternative treatments.
Did you and MsMadge get along ok in the drawer with everyone? Who was that snoring? Lol.
It almost sounds more fun to take treats to the MC residents than stay home this afternoon. Nah, I changed my mind because of my diet.
Bone broth anyone?
Golden was right, turn out the lights early-no self-will run rampant when one is trying to be well.

Cannot believe how many foods are white!  Clam chowder soup is even white!
But potatoes (white) are a nightshade plant, and can cause pain in sensitive people.
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Luckylu,
Two days now without major pain episodes so I am feeling better somewhat.
At the moment the race went off, the decision to drive hubs in the beautiful weather was made, going out at the last minute. Bright sun, billowy clouds, few sprinkles, resting now. He was on time, but barely. Ha ha. Success to me is fun (the races) and being responsible too. He was so lost when I had so much downtime. It is scary to have to consider this may be it-the time when the caregiver is put out to pasture and needs a caregiver instead.  Just shoot me instead.
Not that I need or want the caregiver role, but hubs needs me for now.
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My horse pulled up at the gate, is under vet observation. I don't think he even ran the race. I don't mind never, or almost never winning on betting. I just chose him by the name, Thunder Snow. I didn't bet. Dh liked Patch, everyone's emotional favorite because it lost an eye last year. Mostly, in a field that large, I was hoping there were no injuries. Found out later that my horse was flown in from Dubai with several others. Technically, I feel too many horses in the mud is a dangerous ride, the owners are just greedy for the prize money, and I would never run my thoroughbred with that many horses. The betting is one thing, but the prize money was more like two million. I could be wrong.
But the sport has some downsides. Even so, I think they are beautiful animals, and should be treated humanely.
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Bummer you have to get out and drive Send...
Yes,Always Dreaming Won.My dH and I placed bets before the race and he bet on Classic Empire to win.I bet on Gervin,the family affair horse.Good thing we didn't put any real money down.
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Driving Hubs.
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Always Dreaming
143 Kentucky Derby Winner
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Send, probably time to revisit and maybe get an updated diagnosis. I finally made my mammogram appt. They've been sending me reminders in the mail every month. Both my Mom and Dad had cancer so I need to go every year. I don't actually find it as painful as some women do so I don't know why I constantly put it off.

CWillie, sorry you are bored. I guess that's one thing caregiving has going for it, you never have time for boredom. What did you enjoy doing once upon a time? Do you remember back that far? LOL
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Good morning, Kindle out of the drawer.
Thinking this through, gerd and fibromyalgia were diagnosed by symptoms only, 20+ years ago. No upper g.i., and one 15 minute visit: dx. by pressure points.
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send - proper sleep is soooo important. to our general well being and especially with CFS/FM. I really believe there is a connection between your good sleep and reduced pain. Reduce light and noise before bedtime. Well done, keep it up.

cw - time to develop a hobby - photography, join an online writing group, start a blog, take a course (there are some great freebies like Coursera), study to become a personal trainer, volunteer - the possibilities are endless and you have lots of talents.
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It's 10:30 a.m. and I am bored out of my frigging mind.
Go out into the cold for some fresh air? Meh.
Go to the store? I did the whole town yesterday, but I guess I could do the rounds again....
Phone a friend? Hm, where ARE all my friends? Lots of calls and emails the first few days after the move, but now silence; back to the status quo.
Go to see mom? That's always a good way to kill and hour but I know she always sleeps all morning. (of course now she also seems to sleep all afternoon, if I had to live there I would too)
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The Kindle is going back in the drawer.
Goodnight dear friends.
Ambient noise? How about a trumpet race call?
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Sorry Gershun,
I have a tendency to stretch my legs out sideways while I sleep :)
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Also, Send, some ambient noise would be nice to block out others snoring.

Yeah, I've been. It was mandatory for anorexics if you wanted to be in the program. Can't say I'm a big fan..........but having said that I would never say to someone, don't try it. Whatever helps, Right?
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Slept really well last night, with all of you nearby in the drawer, but lights were out.
And, today was the first day there were no major painful events!
So that is a relief for me. Went out to get the new supplements.
The M.D. who is a physiatrist was closed today. o well, Monday cannot come soon enough. Has anyone ever been to a physiatrist?

Gershun, Back in the drawer for you, and I will keep it open a bit. Sleep well!
You must be laughing yourself to sleep tonight.You have the best sense of humor!
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Didn't make that up Send! I was quite comfortable in your drawer. I would suggest next time keep it open a crack cause I had a little trouble breathing but otherwise it wasn't too bad. Oh yes, and someone's ankle was sticking into my side.
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Gershun,
I just started my diet yesterday, that is just plain cruel-did you make that up?
Bring it on, I can take a challenge! Besides, chocolate is allowed on my diet, just not so much. I take one square of a chocolate bar and put one in every hole of my seven-day pill minder.
One of my favorite books was: "Diets Don't Work".
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Yes, You all have been in the drawer all night!
My Mother would say to us three siblings, "You are all full of
pizz and vinegar" and that my brother was "made of
puppy dog tails." Lol.
But here I am, wide awake.
Did you all like it inside the drawer?
8:20 a.m.  It's Friday!
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HA! I think that is the pot calling the kettle black. Didn't I read somewhere that you were putting your kindle in a drawer and going to bed??
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U are ALL brats.
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Busy week. We had Star Wars today May 4th. Cinco de Mayo May 5th. Gershun, I can certainly get on board No Diet Day! Thanks for letting us know. I've already brought on the chocolate. I am still having Easter candy.:-)
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May 6th is International No Diet Day! Bring on the chocolate!
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You got a bet, Send

The sun shines bright on my ole Kentucky home
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YeahBut, it will be raining!
So if they don't scratch him, my horse is

T h u n d e r. S n o w
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Ahh yes

The first Saturday in May is a high holy holiday - the two most exciting minutes in sports

I got the horse right here and there's a guy who says if the weather's clear, can do
Can do, the guy says the horse can do

wish I could take mom to the track on Saturday but it's way too crowded
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Must be a derby. :)  Thee Derby, that is.
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MsMadge,
Nobody gets it? Except Cwillie is out of the running-no running in the rain!


Q. What is happening on Saturday, May 6th?

Anybody? Ali, Are you holding back? It's not the Cubs playing.
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We will find out this weekend about running in the rain, 1  1/4 miles.

Nah, Cwillie, you don't have to be under 12 years old, but these runners are only three years old.

Remember the song, "I like pina coladas, getting caught in the rain..."
Summer rain is best, you are right about that.
But drinking a virgin pina colada is only about 300 calories, and can be enjoyed at any age.   Lol.
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