Wow! You sure seem to have a bounce in your step this morning. I have a feeling you are going to have a great day.
DJ

Ann, you are not being selfish at all. Over the course of the year many in our group have lost loved ones, more than our fair share, but I think one of the reasons the LOA worked to bring this group together was so that we could comfort one another during our times of grief. I know that I have learned many lessons about life, death, and how to deal with the loss of a loved one. Looking back in hindsight I can now see how each loss this group faced, each prayer prayed, and each loving story of remembrance helped me deal with my own fathers passing with strength and courage. So no, selfish is not a word I would use to describe you Ann. You are exactly where the Universe meant for you to be-among friends, who happen to share a common bond of loss. I too take comfort in this. Ann, I'm sure that your dad would be proud of you for showing such love, compassion and strength for your family and friends who you never met. I'm sure he is beaming as well. With love, Terry (whyguy)

Ann, I will keep you and your son in my prayers. I am going through something similar with my fourteen year old son. I recently had him put on medicine to help him focus better at school, and to lift his mood. It was my last option, but as you have said, we want only the best for our sons so we do what is best and what feels right, leaving the rest up to God.

When our children hurt we hurt-as I hurt for my son I know your hurt for yours as well; try to find some comfort in knowing that you are doing all you can for him and one day the answers you seek will come and all will be well. It may take time, but our children are worth it.

I am sending healing prayers to your son, and praying that the answers you seek come quickly. With love, Terry

P.S. As for your son being immature and quirky, I have been that way my entire life, it hasn't stopped me from finding my nitch, and I'm sure it won't stop him.

Nanci, loved the analogy about the booster shot, I will have to remember that one. I missed Ghost Whisper too, I love that show. Didn't watch frosty, but it was one of my childhood favorites, as was Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer. I love the misfit toys--go figure. What was the name of the Jack in the Box? Anybody remember?

Pamela, sounds like you had a really wonky day indeed. I hope today was better; I'll be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. How did you win the Turkey? If you won a Turkey it couldn't have been all bad.

I've noticed lately that when I'm feeling blue I see more things to feel blue about. I guess what they say is true, "wherever you focus your intention will bring more of the same to your attention." I don't like feeling blue, so I guess its time to start focusing on yellow, it makes me happier. Just thinking out loud.....

May tomorrow you feel yellow, thank-you for your kind words, you are a dear man and friend. I am blessed. Hang in there, its sort of like being in a bubble for awhile, you are here and going through the motions but something has changed - loss is something. take care my friend, ann