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Citruscitygal
Member
08-07-2003
| Tuesday, October 25, 2005 - 7:16 pm
Right now, I've been invited to a Baptism and I need suggestions for an appropriate gift. The family is Catholic if that makes a difference.
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Wargod
Moderator
07-16-2001
| Tuesday, October 25, 2005 - 7:20 pm
Right now, silver picture frame? When the neighbors baby was baptised that's what we did. I went over and took digital pics of her in her gown then printed them out and put them in some nice silver frames. I really don't remember what we got their youngest boy for his though.
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Abby7
Member
07-17-2002
| Tuesday, October 25, 2005 - 7:30 pm
right now, Mame. those mixed emotions are normal, but you know what's right. it's only temporary, i know...but if you ever have to make the decision for a permanent stay...: i remember my aunt (one of my Mom's younger sisters, who died last year), having to go to a retirement home after her husband died. my aunt took it very badly. she was in one of those retirement homes where you had your own little room/apt/daily nurse visits. my aunt cried and cried before going in...she was in her late 70's. she lived there for over 6 years i think. my cousin had to put her in the home...but she visited her daily. well, my aunt, being the ham she is came to love the place and became a real "star" there. she became a group leader with all the activities going on there. my cousin even got a job there. then, my aunt's "apartment" became the "model apartment" for new people coming in to check out the place. one of my aunt's memorials was at this retirement home. i was there and saw all the people in their wheelchairs honoring my aunt. the stories were hysterical about my aunt's stay there. she ended up living a more fulfilled life ,imo, than if she had stayed in her home alone. i know if i ever needed a retirement home...i would love to stay at the one my aunt lived/died.
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Twinkie
Member
09-24-2002
| Tuesday, October 25, 2005 - 7:41 pm
My mom died last year after several years with Alzheimer's. Even though she didn't know who anyone was she was just as sweet and meek as a little lamb. Hopefully, your mom's roommate will be like that, Mame.
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Twiggyish
Member
08-14-2000
| Tuesday, October 25, 2005 - 9:01 pm
Right now, Citrusgal another idea (love the silver frame) might come from this site I googled. (You don't have to buy there) http://www.catholicsupply.com/christmas/baby.html
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Citruscitygal
Member
08-07-2003
| Tuesday, October 25, 2005 - 9:37 pm
Right now, thanks War and Twiggy. Great ideas. I had no idea where to start.
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Mameblanche
Member
04-13-2005
| Tuesday, October 25, 2005 - 10:05 pm
Right now, Abby and Twinkie, thanks so much for sharing your stories. Both are heartwarming to me. Mom's roomate is convinced her daughter is picking her up any minute to take her home. And she's repetitive about it. She told me her 'Single daughter is picking me up. She told me she was picking me up at 7:30 to take me back to my apt which is nearby. I think she's late. Where is she? Is she here yet? Once she's not single any more I'll be living here permanently. I like people, I am a people person. So I will like living here once she's married. But she is supposed to be picking me up now. What time is it I think she's late." And so it goes. Its her mantra. And it is very sad. The roommate seems like a lovely lady, but she's particularily out of it, and she's really hard of hearing, I practically had to yell in her ear to A. Get her attention, and B. Have her hear what I was saying. Mom has very little patience, (now you know where my impatience comes from... so I know it won't be easy for her.) Frankly I'm ashamed to admit, she doesn't have much compassion either, as she's scared for herself. Sigh. The lady is supposedly there temporarily as well, according to the staff... but I have no idea what's really going on in her situation. I know my mom, she's very assertive if she's wronged. So if she's not happy with the lady, if she can't sleep, then she'll make it known to the staff. I'm going to be phoning her each breakfast and dinner while she's there, and will keep tabs on the situation.
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Tabbyking
Member
03-11-2002
| Tuesday, October 25, 2005 - 10:08 pm
right now, did anyone log onto the link i posted around 11:00 a.m. today? it's really cute, so if you get chance, go for it. i have logged on 3 times already to show other people. i love that song since i saw 'the replacements' and this rendition is pretty funny.
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Hermione69
Member
07-24-2002
| Wednesday, October 26, 2005 - 3:28 am
Right now, mornings, bleck. I'm tired.
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Sillycalimomma
Member
11-13-2003
| Wednesday, October 26, 2005 - 6:28 am
Right now I agree with Hermie....and there is something really wrong when you wake up before the alarm clock (which is what I did!) grrrr Right now, i saw it Tabby-it's very cute!
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Babyruth
Member
07-19-2001
| Wednesday, October 26, 2005 - 7:43 am
Right now, addictive virtual pumpkin carving!: http://toilette-humor.com/carve.html This reminds me of the snowflake cutting site. 
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Landi
Member
07-29-2002
| Wednesday, October 26, 2005 - 8:56 am
right now, i remmeber making hundreds of snowflakes last year! thanks babyruth! i can't wait to show holly this site!
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Tigerfan
Member
11-06-2003
| Wednesday, October 26, 2005 - 9:07 am
Right now, I remember that too, Landi!! I got addicted to making snowflakes!! Kewl site Babyruth! That was fun!
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Mameblanche
Member
04-13-2005
| Wednesday, October 26, 2005 - 10:01 am
Right now (Well actually a couple of hours ago, I cannot fib) I spoke to mom and she was just fine. She's been hanging out with her best galpal and they are keeping each other out of trouble. Scratch that. They are probably causing chaos all over the place. They are the 'awesome twosome', and partners in crime. The staff loves mom, from her previous stays, at this retirement home, so I'm really beginning to relax. Plus Vince just got off work early and is going downtown to hang out and relax before his big day tomorrow. I have things to do today but to tired to move my butt away from the computer.
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Mameblanche
Member
04-13-2005
| Wednesday, October 26, 2005 - 10:35 am
Right now: Looking for a 'prayers and positive vibes' thread... I never seem to find the dang threads when I need them. sigh. Wish there was an Alpha listing of ALL threads here! grumble grumble. Okay folks... just got the word. Vince's Surgery is slated for 11:15 a.m. EST tomorrow (Thursday!) I know its 'just' hernia surgery... trying not to over-react or dramatize as is my style... But PLEASE send your positive vibes, and prayers, etc, our way tomorrow. Thank you. ETA: I'm not religeous, per se, but he's Catholic. So if you'd like to light a candle or whatever... Much appreciated.
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Cindori
Member
07-25-2003
| Wednesday, October 26, 2005 - 10:39 am
Right now . . positive thoughts for Vince and Mameblanche.
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Mameblanche
Member
04-13-2005
| Wednesday, October 26, 2005 - 10:53 am
Right now, just want to say that - I'll be printing up any 'Get Well' cyber-cards he receives and taking them to the hospital to cheer him during his stay.
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Mameblanche
Member
04-13-2005
| Wednesday, October 26, 2005 - 10:54 am
Geez, Right now, it sounds like I'm trolling for cyber-cards...... blush. (I guess I am.) LOL. Aren't I absolutely shameless. (yup) I'd do anything for my Vinnie. (I love him so.)
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Citruscitygal
Member
08-07-2003
| Wednesday, October 26, 2005 - 12:31 pm
Right now,Mame - Sending positive thoughts for Vinnie. You'll find a Need Your Prayers thread in the Caring Place/Community Corner in the Members area. Sorry I haven't mastered that link thingy. RN, Tabby, enjoyed the "card" RN, Babyruth, fun site - could be addictive like the snowflakes
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Seamonkey
Moderator
09-07-2000
| Wednesday, October 26, 2005 - 12:40 pm
Right now.. here ya go, Mame and Citrus Prayer Thread
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Gradstudent
Member
07-10-2005
| Wednesday, October 26, 2005 - 1:42 pm
Right now, I am so using this site to avoid doing schoolwork.
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Grannyg
Member
05-28-2002
| Wednesday, October 26, 2005 - 2:55 pm
Right now, I have a headache from having no caffine and not eating. ack!!!! Good thing I only have to do this for one day.
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Mameblanche
Member
04-13-2005
| Wednesday, October 26, 2005 - 3:21 pm
RIght now Thanks Sea, Citrus, and Cindori, and all you wonderful CHers! Hugs!
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Ladytex
Member
09-27-2001
| Wednesday, October 26, 2005 - 3:34 pm
Right now I just woke up ... I hope that does not mean that I will be awake all night. I'm home sick with my semi-annual sinus/crud infection stuff ...
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Mocha
Member
08-12-2001
| Wednesday, October 26, 2005 - 3:38 pm
Right now yeah those snowflakes were addictive.
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