Life is good

A dose of reality...

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The last year hasn't been the best I've had.

I've had two accidents: the first (a slipped disc) left me unable to walk properly - I had five months of physiotherapy to get me back to almost normal (apart from a numb left foot which may be permanent). The second was a car accident where I had to be cut out of the car...

I've lost my job twice: The first (after being there 16 years) was a company which went bust leaving me penny-less for a month or so. The second (I was there only three months) was an accountancy partnership which started losing clients the day I got there... I got a new job (temporary) within two days of the last one - looks like that will be permanent soon  :)

My father has been in hospital 7 times, three of those 999 emergencies (911 US?). The last time looked as thought he would not survive. He is now home, but not what he was. He was 88 last week. We do get some help, but I am sole carer.

I have very little time for myself (or WC).

Despite all that, right now I feel really good and positive. I am calm, relaxed, happy and content. Thing couldn't be going better.

All I can say about people who think they are having a hard time is get yourself a new perspective. Maybe things aren't that bad after all: life is what you make it  ;)

Life is good  :CONGRAT:
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Reply #1 from WinCustomize Forums Top
I luv you Fuzzeh....... give your dad a hug and kiss from me....your such a beautiful man Fuzz.......

thankyou for you wonderful post.. xxx
Reply #2 from WinCustomize Forums Top
oh ps, you forgot to say that you made a new friend (AHEM!!!) and you have a cook that has bangers and mash on the table on the dot when you walk in the door.......  :D 
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Reply #3 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Hoping all goes better for you.    :)  :CONGRAT: 
Reply #4 from WinCustomize Forums Top
All I can say about people who think they are having a hard time is get yourself a new perspective.


I completely agree there Fuzzy. Times are hard and it is those that get down. Do the job no matter what it takes "Hard or Easy" makes no difference. It is all how you look at it and take it for what it is or is not. Being at peace with yourself and that of others is a better thing. Than that of always having a bad way about you.
Having things good and knowing it is a great thing. Something to hang on to and remember.

SGT ;)
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Reply #5 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Thanks for sharign.  Today is a good day and life is good.
Reply #6 from WinCustomize Forums Top

Keeping a positive outlook when life seems to kick you in the teeth a lot, can be very difficult. You seem to manage it well.

Good things happen to good people, eventually.

You is good people, Fuzzy.

Here's hoping good fortune finds you & yours, very soon. :)

 

Reply #7 from WinCustomize Forums Top

The second (I was there only three months) was an accountancy partnership which started losing clients the day I got there...

Remind me not to employ you, Fuzzy....;)

Skinz.org died its death a week after I became an Admin there.....

....I swear it's COINCIDENCE, dangnabbit....;)

Reply #8 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Good Post ,Fuzzy ..
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I am in similar circumstances myself ... My wife is disabled with a Severe Rheumatoid and Osteo Arthritis condition and relies on me to help with her personal care ... It is a very much hands on type of care that sometimes can be very difficult for me , as I recently had 3 heart attacks ... so consequently I am always striving to remain level - headed in all of this ... and try to keep calm as much as I can ... stress is bad for me ...
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~ and yes , times have been hard , and will get harder for me as my wife's condition will get worse , but , like yourself,Fuzzy,we just knuckle down , and literally count the blessings ...
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No two days are the same for me , but I have learnt myself, over time to look at things with a controlled point of view ... and all I can see is just how lucky I have been to have survived those 3
heart attacks , and to be able to look after the missus .. and still have a bright outlook on life in general ..

~ Not forgetting my 'Internet Family' ( WC/DS forums ) from whom I continue to try and learn from on a day to day basis , and to which I feel it is a priveledge to know you all in one way or another...

Monty Python said /sung "" Always look on the Bright Side of Life ... ""
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I could not agree more ...
Reply #10 from WinCustomize Forums Top
"People are as happy as they make their minds up to be" I forget who said it,but it sure rings true.Things are similar here,moved to SC to care for my wifes two brothers,one with terminal cancer, one had a massive stroke last fathers day. Wife and I both have spinal arthritis,no paying job yet,gas going up, etc. Ya know what,I'm as happy as I've ever been. ---------"Keep on smilin'" Wet Willie ;) 
Reply #11 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Wow, Fuzzy, that's some pretty tough duty to be handling. I'm really sorry to hear all of that. However, you are absolutly right, life and happiness are all about one's attitude. Hang in there, I've always told my 2 son's, "The only thing in life that stays the same... is that everything changes." RAD
Reply #12 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Fuzzy....and Mike......sorry to hear things have not been too good for either of you. I hope things get better and that 2008 and the years to come bring you health and happiness - For both you and you're loved ones  :) 
Reply #13 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Cheers Leo !! Much appreciated !!
Reply #14 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Your positive attitude is everything, Fuzzy. I am very impressed as I have been there, and I know that I didn't have the strength then you seem to have now.

Whatever will happen in the future, you surely have the right attitude to tackle it. :)
Reply #15 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Right you are Fuzzy. Well said!
Reply #16 from WinCustomize Forums Top
All I can say about people who think they are having a hard time is get yourself a new perspective. Maybe things aren't that bad after all: life is what you make it


I agree Fuzzy. Well said. I hope things continue on the well side of life for you. Do the day, and let the day do you.  ;)