ally Posted July 8, 2009 Share Posted July 8, 2009 It must be difficult to watch your sister go through this and turn her back to all concern and help. I don't know what type or stage she has? But sometimes people will give up if they think the battle will be a futile effort. Wish you the best in trying to cope with a terrible situation. I have to see someone Friday that is going to lose his wife to cancer. It happens to be my biological father who I dont really know too well. I met the woman once and feel bad for her. Its lung cancer and advanced. So that pretty much sums it up. Not much I can do or say, just try and be supportive I guess. Supportive and depending on how well you know the person, extremely honest. I know when my father was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer back in early 1991 he was given aprox 2 yrs. After I got over the initial shock of this news, I began to focus all my attention on trying to do things for him. One day he took me aside and told me that all he really wanted was people to be themselves around him and not to be affraid to ask him the questions that we wanted to ask. He felt that if we were prepared to be honest with him then he would feel much better about sharing his thoughts and wishes with us. That conversation has served me well over the years. We have had our share of dear friends and family pass away from cancer since my father passed away in 92 and I can honestly say that being able to talk openly and honestly with each and every one of them has provided me with a special bond that will be there forever. Don't be affraid to ask the question. Most really do want us to Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE FIRST LEDZEP Posted July 8, 2009 Share Posted July 8, 2009 small things Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Virginia Posted July 12, 2009 Share Posted July 12, 2009 My youngest (8) now has swimmer's ear; we're treating both ears. The downside of swim team (sigh). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eternal light Posted July 12, 2009 Share Posted July 12, 2009 (edited) My youngest (8) now has swimmer's ear; we're treating both ears. The downside of swim team (sigh). You have my sympathy. That happened to me once and I had to go to the doctor. He put me on painkillers, the opiate kind. It was that bad. Fortunately, I used only half of the prescription of 12. But even 6 Tylenol 3s (2 a day for 3 days) was enough to leave me craving more once I stopped. Very addictive...but a diet of bananas helped to balance everything and boost my energy. Ever since then I am very careful not to get the ear infected by keeping it clean, dry and not scratching if it itches. Sometimes the cologne sprays that have vitamins and a low alchohol content are a helpful topical relief because they stop the itching. And if you scratch the ear too much it aggravates the swelling and then it can become too painful to get any sleep, to the point where the ear throbs all night so you're in constant pain. Plus the ear gets huge to the point where you look like Mickey Mouse and then the doctor has to lance it. I hate ear infections. I listened to harp music and Tea for One during this episode. Edited July 12, 2009 by eternal light Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE FIRST LEDZEP Posted July 13, 2009 Share Posted July 13, 2009 small things Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eternal light Posted July 13, 2009 Share Posted July 13, 2009 I do not even want to talk about what made me unhappy today. Insensitive, stupid, clueless people to make a long story short. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE FIRST LEDZEP Posted July 13, 2009 Share Posted July 13, 2009 small things Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~Bonnie~ Posted July 13, 2009 Share Posted July 13, 2009 Seeing "small" things for the Nth time... I mean, seriously, we don't care how small your thing is, just stop already. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy's A Legend Posted July 13, 2009 Share Posted July 13, 2009 I'm beginnig to wonder if 'THE FIRST LED ZEP' actaully posts anything to do with Zepp. It's pissing me off too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eternal light Posted July 13, 2009 Share Posted July 13, 2009 Yes, I wonder. Does Jimmy Page pay him to do that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE FIRST LEDZEP Posted July 13, 2009 Share Posted July 13, 2009 small things Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_Lena_Zep Posted July 14, 2009 Share Posted July 14, 2009 My cat went crazy cause I had to bath her. I'm full of scars now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_Lena_Zep Posted July 14, 2009 Share Posted July 14, 2009 I'm beginnig to wonder if 'THE FIRST LED ZEP' actaully posts anything to do with Zepp. It's pissing me off too. Naah, ignore it. It pisses me off too but what can we do...? 95% of THE FIRST LED ZEP's comments are small things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fan_S. Posted July 14, 2009 Share Posted July 14, 2009 My cat went crazy cause I had to bath her. I'm full of scars now. I know what you mean, Lena_Zep. When my cats (they're gone now ) were kittens, I stupidly tried to bop 'em into the shower and slam the stall door shut. BIG MISTAKE!! I got scratches and one deep one which is still visible. (This was 11 years ago.) Hey, @ least they were showered. Then I set the hair dryer set to LOW and dried them off only for a couple of SECONDS. Afterwards, I got a book on how to do it. They say the key words are "slowly" and "calmly" while speaking to them in a sweet, hi-pitched voice. GEE THANKS, NOW YA TELL ME. But then again, it was nobody's fault but mine. Ya live and learn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eternal light Posted July 14, 2009 Share Posted July 14, 2009 I usually wrap my cat in a towel and let him sit in my lap if he is unhappy about a bath and hug and stroke him and speak in soft, consoling tones so he knows I sympathize with his dismay. It reduces the scratches and contains his outbursts somewhat. I still have to be cautious if he tries to bite. And I wear long sleeves. I get drenched in the process, but he seems to get through the ordeal a little easier. I just make sure that all the soap is rinsed and the water is not too hot or cold. Then I dry him with a fresh towel and a blow drier on low settings if he can tolerate that. Also, I keep any soap solutions diluted and mild. Cats seem to have sensitive skin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spats Posted July 14, 2009 Share Posted July 14, 2009 I didn't have a great weekend. Just another weekend at harbourfront by myself pigging out in the food tent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE FIRST LEDZEP Posted July 14, 2009 Share Posted July 14, 2009 small things Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eternal light Posted July 14, 2009 Share Posted July 14, 2009 (edited) Damn dude. You arent supposed to give cats baths! Man! That's true unless they have fleas. Maybe I need to consider getting a different breed next time I bring one home. Cat Who Loves Water Edited July 14, 2009 by eternal light Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lzfan715 Posted July 14, 2009 Share Posted July 14, 2009 This really put a damper in my day. My Nana's 55th wedding anniversary is this year on September 11. My Pop-pop died in '93 of cancer, and he wanted to get her cultured pearls for their 50th wedding anniversary. I really want to get her a strand of cultured pearls to give to her on this anniversary but they are so expensive. She already has fresh water pearls that he gave her, but the point of the necklace is that they are cultured pearls and I would love to get it for her. My nana is the sweetest lady and the best grandma I could ever ask for. She bought me a pearl pendant and matching ring for my 16th birthday and I think a stand of pearls for her anniversary would be a nice thing to give back because I know how badly she wanted them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_Lena_Zep Posted July 14, 2009 Share Posted July 14, 2009 I usually wrap my cat in a towel and let him sit in my lap if he is unhappy about a bath and hug and stroke him and speak in soft, consoling tones so he knows I sympathize with his dismay. I do the same and my cat feels better. Errr... At least she's not shaking anymore. Less scratches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_Lena_Zep Posted July 14, 2009 Share Posted July 14, 2009 Damn dude. You arent supposed to give cats baths! Man! Mine had fleas. I put on her some powder to get off those nasty fleas and later... Painful bath (for my hands) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Virginia Posted July 14, 2009 Share Posted July 14, 2009 My cat went crazy cause I had to bath her. I'm full of scars now. We've had to give ours an occasional bath when he's gotten fleas, and it takes at least 2 of us. Nothing looks more pitiful than a soaking wet cat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_Lena_Zep Posted July 14, 2009 Share Posted July 14, 2009 We've had to give ours an occasional bath when he's gotten fleas, and it takes at least 2 of us. Nothing looks more pitiful than a soaking wet cat. Tell my about it. She ran out through the out door and I haven't seen her for hours. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eternal light Posted July 14, 2009 Share Posted July 14, 2009 Tell my about it. She ran out through the out door and I haven't seen her for hours. Oh no, she probably went out to get more fleas! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sloppy Joe Posted July 14, 2009 Share Posted July 14, 2009 My cat has fleas plenty and nothing prevents them, not even Frontline. I bath her in dish soap in the bathroom sink and hold her by the loose skin on the back of the neck. She doesn`t fight it then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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