Woman's Preogative

[Travelinana]

Well girls, this might be a first on the forum...First I want to report on the state of my health. I had posted about my flu, pneumonia, hospital stay and then my fainting in the gravel in front of my RV while trying to get groceries in the house. I am doing fine, healing in all respects, even got new lens for my glasses as they were still in warranty. I might have a little scar on my nose but I'm using Vit E. I am a little anxious in one area..My lab results didn't look too good, abnormal in many areas but I will get them checked at end of month...my Dr says it might be the recent hospital stay getting pumped full of antibiotics plus trying to get my electolytes leveled out. The main thing is I feel better and stronger every day.
Now, to explain the subject; I am moving back into my house. I walk down to it all the time...not many people looked at it during the winter which was par for our area. I also mentioned my brother who has had a very rocky marriage (she is sick, chronically anorexic and spends about 12 weeks a year in a clinic)..She moved out about 3 months ago (about the 10th time she has done this in 11 years of marriage). Amazingly Hogan, 10, seems to be the most resilient child ever..grades near perfect, shows leadership abilities, Athletic, ( I love to brag on him). He is so loyal to both parents..He doesn't like where his mom lives and much prefers his time at his dad's, which is his real home. Doug wouldn't go for custody, he felt it would kill her. Doug has just retired from the post office. He will have a good retirement but you can imagine what a dent there will be going to her. We made the decision that he would rent his house and come live with me for a year or two while he adjusts and eventually gets another parttime job or even a small business. Hogan has always loved to come to my house. Doug will put him up a basketball goal as basketball is his favorite sport. My driveway is big and has a level area which will work well. We think as soon as the papers are signed she will be off to another clinic. She is thinner than she has ever been. She lost two babies because of her anorexia, both what they call waterhead (unformed brain). They lived a few hours. We think she can't forgive herself and it's slowly literally killing her. Doug would have stayed by her side because of Hogan. She is a drill sergeant with him, just kills me when I witness it. He seems to let it slide off like a duck's back.
As for my RV, it will stay here at Tony's and I think I will keep using it occasionally. Tony will use it for weekend trips and Doug and I are already making plans to take Hogan on some trips. I won't be a full timer but I am glad I got this one, it's affordable to keep and also my house.
Another bit of news ( I know this is getting long) is I have sold the Aquarium rental part of my business. Mel has moved on to greener pastures with a new woman attached. I am happy for him. He closed the store but toward the end (he sold all the live animals) a couple came in and they are interested so I will meet them today to see what their interest is. Please keep your fingers crossed for this to come to pass also. The Pet Store was doing so well until Mel literally lost interest (this is his history). That's my story and I'm sticking to it unless I change my mind (remember 'prerogative') Ha Ha
I love all you girls and am so happy I found this forum in August 2010.

[Dawn309]

Nancy, bless your heart! You have been through it. It does sound like you and your brother have some good plans in place going forward. I am glad you are still going to get to use your RV. Good luck on all these changes for you. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

[chalet05]

Nancy, I got behind on posts so glad to have an update. Sounds as tho life is leveling out a little and wishing you well with your meeting today. Keep hangin' in there!!

[Bethers]

Glad you're feeling better - that's so important, no matter what you decide to do or where to live. Sounds like you've thought things through and wish you all the best.

[sharon]

Good to hear from you Nancy and that your health seems to be improving albeit slowly. How is your back? I know it was pretty bad for a while. Gosh, you've really been thru the wringer for more than a year! Thanks for checking in and sharing and hope to get to see you this summer when I'm at my sons house.

[Acadianmom]

Glad you are feeling better. I think we have to do what is best as circumstances change. I didn't plan on having a flooded house, having to evacuate for 6 months, rebuilding and starting over. We had quite a few neighbors that died from heart attacks and I'm sure it was from all the stress.

I grew up with a mother that had off and on mental problems. We learned early on her judgement wasn't always good and to rely on ourselves. My grandson's mother has problems too. He's a nervous child but knows how to handle his mother. It is surprising some of the insight he has as a 10 year old. I'm sure your grandson will be happy to be with you and his dad. Kids are tougher than we think.

Hope things work out with your business.

Martha

[BirdbyBird]

Thanks for keeping us in the loop and it is good to know that you are feeling better. Hope the funky blood work is a result of the hospitalization as you mentioned. Good that you guys are looking after each other. Good siblings are blessing.

[mitch5252]

I'm so very sorry to hear of all these troubles and issues with you and your family. Your nephew sounds amazing.
Good luck with the test results straightening out.
Prayers and hugs, and we're glad you founds us, too!

[grammynmaggie]

Glad things are looking up for you
Hope to meet you down the road sometime!

[bluepinecones]

Thank you for checking in, Nancy. So sorry for all you've been thru lately. Report sounds as if you are headed in positive direction even if not what you had originally planned. Stay in touch.

[Rufflesgurl]

So good to hear from you Nancy. Sounds like many issues in your life are looking up and positive. Good luck to you and hope your good health continues.

Linda

[havingfunnow]

I'm so glad you're feeling better! It sounds like things are slowly shaping up. Hogan sounds like a great kid -- and you'll get to introduce him to RVing!

[Redwahine]

So glad to hear from you. Happy your are feeling better and praying all your labs were just temporary and you'll have a clean bill of health when you see the Dr. Sounds like you have a good plan to help your family. They need you now and it will be great to take your nephew on trips in your RV

[avalen]

so glad your health is improving, won't be long and your'll be 100%
I think you've thought the rest out very well and your grandson is going to do fantastic and certainly will enjoy a trip or two
at a campground. Thanks for the update and please keep us in the loop.

[VickieP]

Nancy, you are doing what is in your heart right now, don't think for one moment that you're going backwards in any shape or form, you are simply adapting to the situation, something we women are great at!