overcome, by all the advise I have received from you all. It gives me a real warm feeling,…
I’m down a bit, you see, I have always been in control of anything that would hit me but this time not.
Getting very tired of my endless troubles. It seems that ever I past the age of 80, troubles are coming from all sides and I get so very, very tired. Thank you all for the advice and help, hope to get back on top again but can not be very sure. I have other problems waiting for me as well. Without my Johanna I would be gone a long time ago…
Tired JB.
My mom’s aunt (great-aunt?) is a nun and is pushing 90 these days. She grew up in Superior, WI and recalled when her brother (long gone now, neat guy…) had a car and they’d drive south until they got out of the fog in the spring. I remember stuff like that when I was a kid. I still get glimpses of it but it’s out there. What’s real and what is meaningful.
80 years w/ T1 is an awesome accomplishment. I am not certain I want 80 years as I have Alzheimer’s on both sides but I certainly wish you the best and appreciate your posts a great deal.
Just HUGHS to both YOU and JOHANNA …and more… from your previous country ( Holland ) gal !!
Petronella ( Nel )
apologies about the spelling …should read : HUGS …
JB: Losing control of the troubles that come stalking after 80 is lousy. I agree. But look at the alternative!!! We have 5 of us over 8 in our block and every one of us competes for the highest number of weekly problems!
Losing hair.
Pains in the left leg.
Burning feet.
Food doesn’t taste so good.
Too far to walk to pick up the paper thrown in the driveway.
Telephones needing repair.
Construction next door taking over the yard.
Too many doc appointments this week.
Itching scalp from some drug or other.
Not supposed to drink with the latest medicine.
More stuff being stored by grandchild in the house. No more attic space!
So now, JB, take your pick! No heart attacks here. Just pulmonary problems, rheumatoid arthritis, Ca of a half dozen organs, and no monkey.
Cheers!
Hi Johnben. My dad is 88 years old and although not diabetic he has heart problems and severe arthritis. Like you he has good days and bad days. I admire you and hope your spirits stay up. Your Johanna must be very special. I am glad to see you communicating again. I know the diagnosis of cardiomyopathy is scary but you have alot of love and support around you.
I am sending you some hugs too JB. You have been thru a lot lately with the accident and everything else going on - when it rains, it pours. You are a special person!
Like to thank you all. Wished I would get some power back. My heart doesn’t push out enough blood with oxygen. Without that my body feels to throw in the towel. Nothing much I can do at this point but to hope for better days! Who knows, maybe some day I wake up like new! Hate to complain but it really gets to me!
JB, that’s me!
Hey JB I know that you can do this too! Your a great insperation to me & other’s here I’m sure. Hold on tightly my friend!!! {{{hugs}}}
Hi JB,
I know I see you on DD as well. I just wanted you to know I am thinking of Johanna and you. You are a very special person.
Sending you many (((HUGS)))
You’re a hero to everyone with and without diabetes. Not every 80+ year old is known around the world because of his/her writings on the web. You’re a rare bird indeed and I feel lucky to “know” you. I’ve read your postings for years and years on various message boards. Virtual hugs to you and your blessed Johanna.
Like to thank Lathump for his very nice reply. JB.