tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post6675180393548538570..comments2024-02-09T04:00:27.528-05:00Comments on BECAUSE I SAID SO: Swine Flu UpdateDawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00465587872521082056noreply@blogger.comBlogger227125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-20749024265152181692009-11-10T23:12:31.718-05:002009-11-10T23:12:31.718-05:00praying and smiling. you're great. we can alwa...praying and smiling. you're great. we can always use some honesty. have a wonderful week.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-83683665070028878722009-11-03T09:46:59.540-05:002009-11-03T09:46:59.540-05:00Dear Dawn,
I am praying for you and Joe too--tha...Dear Dawn, <br /><br />I am praying for you and Joe too--that together, you will be able to overcome these tough times, with God's help. <br /><br />We know that for Christians, marriage is for keeps. Perhaps it's unfair for an outsider like me to make such a comment, but it really does break my heart to see a wonderful family split up.<br /><br />Will keep praying for God to give you theAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-42265831310840185862009-10-26T17:44:18.338-04:002009-10-26T17:44:18.338-04:00One of my husband's favorite quote. Hope you ...One of my husband's favorite quote. Hope you find something in it. <br /><br />"Find liberation in chaos" <br /><br />Meaning: <br />Once you stop believing that you can and must control everything that goes on around you, You'll find liberation of the self <br />OR: Let the chaos you see remind you that you cannot control everything, and liberate yourself from the bourdon Jennifer in Wisconsinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12947797625039719536noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-35677302087378340692009-10-26T12:54:00.158-04:002009-10-26T12:54:00.158-04:00Sending lots and lots of hugs your way!!! (Reading...Sending lots and lots of hugs your way!!! (Reading the last post, I had a thought about Joe overdosing on acetaminophen, but I thought that maybe you were exaggerating when you said he downed 3 bottles of Tylenol.) I'll be praying for things to get better for you. And remember that we don't judge you but support you the whole way!!! Hang in there! And if you need a pick-me-up, Lyudanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-54437147899712670702009-10-25T21:56:41.038-04:002009-10-25T21:56:41.038-04:00No mean comments from me...only hugs and prayers f...No mean comments from me...only hugs and prayers for you, Joe, and your family.Lesleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14890885480439227120noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-17544285362395436282009-10-25T14:25:18.756-04:002009-10-25T14:25:18.756-04:00Healing thoughts and prayers for you, the kids, Jo...Healing thoughts and prayers for you, the kids, Joe, and your entire family. <br /><br />Your honesty in a difficult situation is NOTHING to be ashamed of, to apologize for, or to ever regret. Your honesty helps you, and it helps those of us who read your blog know that we aren't the only people in the world who experience the same frustrations and pain that you do. <br /><br />It takes a M Woodshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06243715307250195922noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-38108003274046967152009-10-25T10:15:32.301-04:002009-10-25T10:15:32.301-04:00Dawn, Keep your head up. You're stronger and ...Dawn, Keep your head up. You're stronger and wiser than you give yourself credit for. <br /><br />I'm sure you're going to roll your eyes at another quote, but here's one for you:<br /><br />Eleanor Roosevelt: You never know how strong a woman is until you put her in hot water.<br /><br />The pot is boiling Dawn and having 6 kids, a book deal and a huge blog following, you'Andrea S.https://www.blogger.com/profile/17486364366924566161noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-35212665592572782932009-10-24T08:09:48.602-04:002009-10-24T08:09:48.602-04:00Dawn - let me start out by saying you are one of m...Dawn - let me start out by saying you are one of my inspirations. One day I hope I actually get the chance to meet you.<br />You are a good mom, a good wife, and a good person. Whatever happens, will happen. The only thing (and I believe the best thing) a person can do in life is be true to herself/himself. And when you're a parent, it includes being true to your kids as well. I'll Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-10902244773168677042009-10-24T07:58:28.042-04:002009-10-24T07:58:28.042-04:00I understand. You are a wonderful wife and mother...I understand. You are a wonderful wife and mother. Keep doing what you are doing. Prayers for you...Beverlyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14518397015766854542noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-21433608587134139192009-10-23T20:39:06.774-04:002009-10-23T20:39:06.774-04:00i thought the blog was amazing! It took alot of gu...i thought the blog was amazing! It took alot of guts to write it and post it. But you did yourself and your readers a favor. You let people know that they are not alone in dealing with issues such as yours. (((Hugs))) and kuddo's to you. <br />To the people who want to leave negitive comments: do not judge anyone until you have walked a mile in their shoes and people who live in glass houses Sarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17838279910081415928noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-91800256362186549092009-10-23T14:30:19.225-04:002009-10-23T14:30:19.225-04:00Dawn, you sound like you're at the end of your...Dawn, you sound like you're at the end of your rope. Give me a call if you need an ear -- or if you need to get out of the house for awhile or need something dropped off (wine or hard liquor being acceptable). I feel for you. I've watched it and lived with it as a child -- and let me know if you want the instructions on how to shut off comments. It's actually easy (if I figured itMichellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07803503583347758969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-80287754188514280032009-10-23T14:00:41.894-04:002009-10-23T14:00:41.894-04:00HUGS to you, my sweet sister in Christ! I'll ...HUGS to you, my sweet sister in Christ! I'll be praying for Joe, the kids, and you. I've not been where you are but I can still pray!<br /><br />Jen in VAJen Lhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08340503028530974029noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-55174732802468480452009-10-23T13:57:14.085-04:002009-10-23T13:57:14.085-04:00Thank you for your honesty and for allowing us to ...Thank you for your honesty and for allowing us to be a part of your life. There are so many people that go through these issues and it is such a support to know that they are not alone. Big hugs and prayers to you and your family.Janethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04513371314691050162noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-14797393353065209102009-10-23T13:09:36.231-04:002009-10-23T13:09:36.231-04:00I'm sorry - I hope things get better soon. No...I'm sorry - I hope things get better soon. No judgment here, just good thoughts coming your way!Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04446562022983048896noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-13873450970071650482009-10-23T13:08:51.557-04:002009-10-23T13:08:51.557-04:00I do feel for you.
My brother-in-law is similar an...I do feel for you.<br />My brother-in-law is similar and puts my sister through what you are experiencing.<br />He is an alcholic although he wont admit to it. Has been banned twice for drink-driving. Blames her for everything and yes, he lies about everything too.<br /><br />She has done everything she can to help him but to no avail. Even paying for him to study after he has lost jobs throughAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-65388933184196265632009-10-23T13:04:41.229-04:002009-10-23T13:04:41.229-04:00It's petty brave to share this with us. I gue...It's petty brave to share this with us. I guess you will get some negative comments along with positive comments.<br /><br />You can't revise your life to fit the expectations of an invisible audience. <br /><br />So you, your kids, your husband, your house, and all of your lives aren't perfect and sometimes unhappy.<br /><br />Congrats! You're human and it's a pretty good Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-78173536579328956502009-10-23T13:00:36.885-04:002009-10-23T13:00:36.885-04:00Hi Dawn,
I'm really sorry that things have pi...Hi Dawn,<br /><br />I'm really sorry that things have piled up on you. I do know what it's like to have someone you love be addicted to something, so I just wanted to say that I understand. It's sad but unless the person admits that they have a problem by themselves and seek help nothing is going to get better. It gets to the point where you don't care anymore and just want them Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-63506679054372422192009-10-23T12:55:51.397-04:002009-10-23T12:55:51.397-04:00My heart and prayers go out to you... my FIL is cu...My heart and prayers go out to you... my FIL is currently experiencing liver and kidney failures due to his years of alcoholism, and still denies he drinks. Addicts have an "amazing" way of projecting their lifestyle as someone else's fault/problem, and I know how difficult it can be. <br />Even if you do ignore your comments, I wanted at least one supportive/understanding one, in Jenae https://www.blogger.com/profile/01347782649741110345noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-77735357567161308252009-10-23T12:53:04.877-04:002009-10-23T12:53:04.877-04:00Just wanted to send you a hug. I know you said you...Just wanted to send you a hug. I know you said you won't read these comments but I wanted to offer you some support. This can't be easy for you. Hang in there and take it day by day. This, too, shall pass.Pasadena Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16557418078925231602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-31728776100011061902009-10-23T12:47:26.835-04:002009-10-23T12:47:26.835-04:00Sounds like you are very tired, you need to have a...Sounds like you are very tired, you need to have a long hot bubble bath with a good book. Crawl into bed and get some good rest.<br />You have done everything you can for everyone and now its time to take care of you.<br />I understand completely your post and I will give both you and Joe prayers for rest and healing and peace. Hang in there kiddo this too shall pass (maybe not fast enough) butLisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00120580746390516125noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-60356505592914891492009-10-23T12:44:33.795-04:002009-10-23T12:44:33.795-04:00I have a husband who has a lot of addictions too a...I have a husband who has a lot of addictions too and I just want to say that I know where you're coming from. You and your family are in my prayers and I hope that you know that your Heavenly Father knows what you are going through and loves you! I've found that when I'm at my lowest He always picks me up and puts me back on my feet.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-10469878297298886932009-10-23T12:30:16.238-04:002009-10-23T12:30:16.238-04:00Dawn -
I have been there - and still am - on that ...Dawn -<br />I have been there - and still am - on that roller coaster of a spouses addiction. It sucks. I am really sorry for what you are going through. Hang in there!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-50728785991240658272009-10-23T12:26:03.611-04:002009-10-23T12:26:03.611-04:00In case you decide not to ignore, but just not to ...In case you decide not to ignore, but just not to publish - I am so sorry. No judgment here. Please take care of yourself.Kerenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12838436822212624658noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-72106790213756380832009-10-23T12:19:41.613-04:002009-10-23T12:19:41.613-04:00Dawn,
I had to write, even if you ignore. Believe...Dawn, <br />I had to write, even if you ignore. Believe me, my prayers are for you, and your whole family. I do know what it's like and even somewhat from the other side. You are awesome & you will all be ok. <br /><br />~Shannon in KYShannon Cavemannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-48555115973138709212009-10-23T12:17:05.777-04:002009-10-23T12:17:05.777-04:00Hang in there, Dawn! My thoughts and prayers are w...Hang in there, Dawn! My thoughts and prayers are with you all!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com