ya'll know what....... I picked a piss poor subject title headline thingy. There is no doubt in my mind that I believe in God. I'm not losing my religion. I'm just wondering how God works. I'm dumb like that. way back when....... I remember going to wieners on 2920 behind splashtown a long time ago wth my sister....it was kinda pathetic really. My pops told us we could get 5 outfits each. i ran right toward the burnt oarnge, and my sister went and got all of the the aggie **** she could find (about 2 shirts and one pair of shorts) I think it was just to oppose me, not that she really liked the aggies(who tha eff does?0 I got every thing longhorn. even some really ghey spray painted graffiti style longhorn ish. and some fila's and ellies shoes. ya'll remember back in 91-92ish? mehh. my sister graduated from A&M in 05 with a degree in biology, and I never even sniffed UT. whos the real winner? I would rather cut off my right foot with a dull hacksaw than root for the aggies......but, I swear, I'm gonna be the biggest A&m fan this year. I'm hammered, I should quit. thanks to all......christina..........gig em?!? yipes. too many thoughts racing through my mind.....thanks again.
drinking is the worst thing to do unless you really want to cement the bad memory which you might want to. Where is her husband? Also go in with a better attitude than "you are going to die in 2 years" Doctors are complete turds and make the estimates really conservative.
We must ALL suffer in life, no one is exempt. It doesnt make "sense", but such is life...But while there's still life, life is for the living. Create a sense of purpose for what her life and legacy should be about. The worst thing you can do is lament. Because your sister doesnt want you to do that. I have conflicting views on the alcohol... None is optimal, no more than 2-3 times a week if you have to. Anything else is excessive. I've had plenty of sad family losses the past couple years to know....
That is just God giving you trials in life and challenges. You should be positive through this tough situation and dont let it bring you down. Drinking wont solve it and maybe nothing else will except the strength to keep your chin up and get right through it. We are pulling for you. Keep your chin up. God works in mysterious ways you just got to trust him.
I sorry for your sister's prognosis. The time you have left while she's healthy is precious. I don't know what God's plan or intent for your family is through this trial, but I hope you find strength in knowing that he is there to support you and your family.
I don't know what to say to help you, Landry, but I hope you get to feeling better emotionally. Get rid of that booze. Too many lives are destroyed by that crap. You get drunk to drink away your troubles or dull your sorrow and when the effect wears off, you're right back where you started from and a slave to the booze. I hope you feel better and try not to be alone.
Thats a tough break for your family, LL. As the others said don't get lost with the bottle. You're a big music fan. Listen to some of your favorite tunes to help change your mindset.
Prayers for you and your family. Lay off the booze, it's only a short term fix and it only ends up costing you in more ways than just money. This is a time when you shouldn't be alone.
I'm really sorry to hear that. Remember that God has a plan for everything. Your sister needs you more than you'll ever know and alcohol doesn't help anything. You want to have a clear mind and be there for your sister. Be strong for her.
my sister has never been married........ but if you are wondering where my nieces father is...... damn good question. a lot of people make mistakes in college, ya know?
Maybe I hit the booze too hard tonight, but this thread actually made me tear up. I'M A MAN, AND ALMOST FOURTY, but still... I couldn't even imagine what you're going through. Many thoughts and prayers bro.
Landlord, My father died a few months ago after battling a rare brain disease for about 7 years. He gradually lost his motor skills over that time until he was in a wheelchair and totally dependent on others. It was by far the toughest thing I've ever been through in my 32 years of existence. The one and only amazing thing about this awful experience was my father's attitude during the whole ordeal. He never sulked or complained about a thing to anybody. His personality didn't change one bit from the way it was before he got sick. I know I couldn't have handled it the way he did. I don't know how one comes to have that kind of strength or fearlessness or whatever it was. He was laughing and joking about things and finding ways to enjoy himself up until the last week where he was so heavily medicated that he passed away in his sleep. I obviously know nothing about your sister's personality but I do hope she is one of those people with that rare ability to take the most difficult of situations in stride. If not, I hope that you and your family can provide her with as much comfort and strength as she needs during the days and months and, hopefully, years ahead. As far as the whole God thing, I still haven't figured that part out and I'm pretty sure I never will... I'm hoping for the best for your sister, her daughter, you and the rest of your family.
I liked that, BrooksBall. I hope this little corner of the internets that is Clutchfans can be as much support as we can be. Many here have been through similar situations -- you are not alone. I hope that may be of some slim comfort during this time. I'll pray for you. Head up, brother.
Nobody deserves to lose a family member that young, and no child deserves to lose their only parent. You just make sure you take care of that young one, family is what is most important now. Alcohol will only exacerbate the problem, don't throw away your sobriety... it doesn't help you deal with your emotions at all, do not suppress what you truly feel... your family needs you to man up right now.... and that doesn't mean you ignore your emotions, that means you ignore your own pity and take care of those around you. Cry if you need to, your father did. I'm so, so sorry.
Man, I am so sorry to hear this. I am hoping and praying for a miracle. I wish you and your family the best in your time of crisis/need. Rocket River I hate when bad things happen to good people.
Landlord, not that you want unsolicited advice. 1. Keep writing. You're a good writer and it really helps our minds/souls in a different way from speaking. It does a lot of housekeeping upstairs that's very helpful in **** like you're going through. 2. Really really agree with those talking about the booze, though we may be overreacting. You got two ladies to be really strong for and you can do it. 3. Hope is the most powerful tonic for any day. So I'm saying this as a scientist, but if western medicine gives you such a prognosis, consider going off the grid abit. Acupuncture (sp) for one. If it makes someone feel better, and gives your sister a slightly different outlook, and you never know. There are amazing stories out there. Pardon the blah blah blah. All best wishes to your family.
Tremendously feel for you and your family man. May God Bless You and a Miracle may happen, so you never know. Keep you faith up, so don't abuse yourself in alcohol too much because you never know what might happen in the long run.
