BlackPhx
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Joined: 11/8/2006 Status: offline
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Oh Red I so wish I could make it better for you. I know how hard it is to deal when you are the only parent and how horrid it is when so many depend on you that when you go back to the well for just a little more energy, a little more ability to cope and find that well bone dry. You are a phenomenally fantastic woman, and while there are many things we can't do from so far away, know that we will each do what we can to help. Contact me if there is anything that I can do, even if it is only offer some suggestions and a listening ear. I have some very broad shoulders. Know that each of us will bring a cup of water (laughter, listening, hope and prayer) to help you re-prime that pump and refill your well. Please also know that there are people and services out there who can help with Dad's PT, and carpooling parents who can help with getting the Things home safely. I know how hard it is to think when it seems everything is piling in and on at one time, so I would love for you to do one more thing..but this time for yourself. Place a couple of candles and a player of your favorite music in the bathroom...fill the tub with water at your favorite comfort level, bath beads (bubbles or bath oils (even baby oil)) and tell the things they are to do things quietly in their room for 1 hour. Then take a snack of fruit, cheese and crackers, a good book if you want one and 1 (ONLY!) glass of wine into the bathroom, close the door and relax for an HOUR. Not less than 1 hour. Add hot water as needed and just RELAX and RENEW. No phones, no questions, no knocks unless someone is on fire. poenkitten sending love and energy your way along with LD Hugs..and who knows the value of salvation army saucers for breakables when she needs them.
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