Ann

[Guest guest]

Dear Jo,I happen to have very strong ideas about work hours and twelve hours a day and six days a week, in my opinion, are ludicrous for anyone.But for anyone who has health issues to contend with, that is not only ludicrous but (Can't think of a good word meaning even ludicrouser !)If you are applying for new jobs, I am completely on your side. In my experience, people who earn more money spend more money, and the majority could live on far less if they put their minds to it and realised what was really important in life. What is the point in working so many hours that you are too worn out to enjoy what you earn? You chill out my friend , go part-time if you can Girl.And choose a job that you enjoy and don't have to lift heavy boxes or talk to snobby people !!!Good luck sweetie pie, from Ann xxx> >> > I spoke with pastor after services this morning. He said he was > > born in Manchester, and lived in Liverpool before moving to the > > States. He asked what area you are from, and I wasn't able to tell > > him. I have been looking through your messages, but haven't found the > > answer yet.> > > > Jo> >> > > >

[Guest guest]

Thanks Ann- I would love to work part time, and a couple of the positions would be just that. I will let you know how this all works out.lilac_blossom_lady <lilac_blossom_lady@...> wrote: Dear Jo, I happen to have very strong ideas about work hours and twelve hours a day and six days a week, in my opinion, are ludicrous for anyone. But for anyone who has health issues to contend with, that is not only ludicrous but (Can't think of a good word meaning even ludicrouser !) If you are applying for new jobs, I am completely on your side. In my experience, people who earn more money spend more money, and the majority could live on far less if they put their minds to it and realised what

was really important in life. What is the point in working so many hours that you are too worn out to enjoy what you earn? You chill out my friend , go part-time if you can Girl. And choose a job that you enjoy and don't have to lift heavy boxes or talk to snobby people !!! Good luck sweetie pie, from Ann xxx> >> > I spoke with pastor after services this morning. He said he was > > born in Manchester, and lived in Liverpool before moving to the > > States. He asked what area you are from, and I wasn't able to tell > > him. I have been looking through your messages, but haven't found the > > answer yet.> > > > Jo> >> > > >

[Guest guest]

>I've noticed several mentions of Procardia here. I looked it up, and

it is a heart and hypertension medication. Why do you take it for

achalasia?

PolyanaK

> Oh, Ann, what a bummer.

>

> First of all, where do you live (you have probably said this & I'm

so sorry,

> I can't even keep track of my kids at this point in the summer!

hahahha!)?

> How experienced is the surgeon in dealing with A? How many

myotomies has he

> done?? Absolutely talk to him face to face, but also find 1-2 others to

> talk with as well. If we know the city you are in, maybe someone

can give

> you a good referral.

>

> As for your ER visit/spasms.....also a bummer. Yes, many docs are very

> undereducated in this disease, even GI docs. It is because it is so

rare.

>

> Personally, I take Paxil & it is really, really helping with the

spasms. I

> actually take 12.5 mg. every other day now. I haven't had a spasm

in weeks.

> Also, many here take Procardia when they are having the spasms

only. That

> would be great for me, but my life is very, very stressful right

now, so the

> regular meds are the best option for me. Also, stress tends to

aggravate the

> spasms for many people, myself very much included.

>

> Please keep us posted! Cindi in PA

>

[Guest guest]

It is a calcium channel blocker that helps relax smooth muscle -- it acts to

relax the

muscles of the digestive system in a simliar way it does in the heart to reduce

blood

pressure. I took Cardizem for about 18 months before surgery. It worked enough

for me

to be able to avoid getting dangerously thin, but not super well.

> >I've noticed several mentions of Procardia here. I looked it up, and

> it is a heart and hypertension medication. Why do you take it for

> achalasia?

>

> PolyanaK

>

>

> > Oh, Ann, what a bummer.

> >

> > First of all, where do you live (you have probably said this & I'm

> so sorry,

> > I can't even keep track of my kids at this point in the summer!

> hahahha!)?

> > How experienced is the surgeon in dealing with A? How many

> myotomies has he

> > done?? Absolutely talk to him face to face, but also find 1-2 others to

> > talk with as well. If we know the city you are in, maybe someone

> can give

> > you a good referral.

> >

> > As for your ER visit/spasms.....also a bummer. Yes, many docs are very

> > undereducated in this disease, even GI docs. It is because it is so

> rare.

> >

> > Personally, I take Paxil & it is really, really helping with the

> spasms. I

> > actually take 12.5 mg. every other day now. I haven't had a spasm

> in weeks.

> > Also, many here take Procardia when they are having the spasms

> only. That

> > would be great for me, but my life is very, very stressful right

> now, so the

> > regular meds are the best option for me. Also, stress tends to

> aggravate the

> > spasms for many people, myself very much included.

> >

> > Please keep us posted! Cindi in PA

> >

>

[Guest guest]

Ann- I love it! You must be such a joy to live around! Would love to

join you for a " cuppa " each day. I guess the distance will mean I

just need to reach for the laptop to enjoy your sharp wit! Just want

you to know you are appreciated on this cold Saturday morning as I

reach for my cup of coffee and lap blanket.

Watch out Maggie!

Jo, opening the door in Michigan

> > >

> > >

> > Just as a matter of interest, does anyone know if there is a

correct

> way

> > to pronounce Achalasia? Is the first syllable Ak or Ache? And

the last

> > bit: should it be pronounced like the continent Asia or azia?

> > >

> >

> > In NY we pronounce it as " pain in the ahrse. "

> >

> > But to break it down further:

> >

> > First syllable rhymes with " bake " thus " AKE "

> > Second syllable is the pregnant pause " uhh "

> > Third syllable is like the potato chip and

> > other unmentionable activities " LAY "

> > And I haven't figured out a way to display

> > the 4th syllable yet. Hmmm.... " zhuh "

> >

> > I guess it could be brought into your format above:

> >

> > Ache Uh Lasia (like the continent with an " L " in front.

> > Accent on the first and third syllables.

> >

> > - with nothing better to do right now.

> >

>

[Guest guest]

Thank you Cindi, what a lovely thing to say.

I know for definite that mine was reflux, because when I was tested for achalasia originally, 15 years ago, I had one of those 24 hour PH test things done and they told me then that acid was just staying at the bottom of my oesophagus practically all the time. That is the main reason that makes me think that that is when the most damage was caused. But who knows eh? One thing I do know for sure is that I am grateful for the friendship of kind and warm people like you.

Lots of love from Ann xxx>> I was diagnosed with reflux before A. But the problem is, did I have> reflux, or was it spasms causing the "heartburn"? They did do endoscopy & > saw reflux in that, but no damage to the E. They also thought I had a> hiatal hernia at one point. Was that the beginnings of A? Who knows? LOL. > > I love your positive notes, Ann. You are a great addition to this board! Cindi>

[Guest guest]

IMO the key is being giver, not receiver.

> >

> > I was diagnosed with reflux before A. But the problem is, did I

have

> > reflux, or was it spasms causing the " heartburn " ? They did do

> endoscopy &

> > saw reflux in that, but no damage to the E. They also thought I

had a

> > hiatal hernia at one point. Was that the beginnings of A? Who

knows?

> LOL.

> >

> > I love your positive notes, Ann. You are a great addition to this

> board! Cindi

> >

>

[Guest guest]

On 2/22/2006 at 6:31:45 A.M. Central Standard Time Ann wrote:

This is what I believe: There is no shame in admitting that you need help, warmth and support from other people. I agree that you get great joy from giving your love, but think that everyone needs to have their needs met too. It's the mutuality of friendship and kindness that brings the most happiness. I used to try and give without expecting anything in return. As I grew older and wiser I knew that I was expecting too much of myself. I am not a saint. I am a human being in need like we all are. So I have learned to appreciate everything that is offered to me in a spirit of love.

And what a love you are Ann! It is evident in everything

you write. I agree with you, but learned it way too late in

life. If we could only teach this to our children along with

walking and talking, what a different world we'd have.

Maggie

[Guest guest]

Dear ,

I have had a long think about your statement "the key is being the giver, not the receiver".

We could have an interesting debate about this subject. Are you interested in philosophy? I am.

This is what I believe: There is no shame in admitting that you need help, warmth and support from other people. I agree that you get great joy from giving your love, but think that everyone needs to have their needs met too. It's the mutuality of friendship and kindness that brings the most happiness.

I used to try and give without expecting anything in return. As I grew older and wiser I knew that I was expecting too much of myself. I am not a saint. I am a human being in need like we all are. So I have learned to appreciate everything that is offered to me in a spirit of love.

Bet you didn't expect an answer like that to your statement did you ? But I wanted to share these thoughts with you. I would be very interested to hear what other people's thoughts are about support and friendship.

Had a wonderful experience last night by visiting the Chat Room and sharing some funny and some poignant moments with very special people. This was a typical example of the theory at work. We were there for each other, gave to each other and took from each other. It was a little glimpse of humanity at work.

Special love to Jo today. She needs our love just now.

Love and Peace to everyone from Ann in England XXXXXXX

> > >> > > I was diagnosed with reflux before A. But the problem is, did I > have> > > reflux, or was it spasms causing the "heartburn"? They did do> > endoscopy & > > > saw reflux in that, but no damage to the E. They also thought I > had a> > > hiatal hernia at one point. Was that the beginnings of A? Who > knows?> > LOL.> > >> > > I love your positive notes, Ann. You are a great addition to this> > board! Cindi> > >> >>

[Guest guest]

-That is a wonderful theory to live from Ann.

I was once helped by someone and I wanted to return the generosity.

She said to me to do a good turn for someone else. What goes around

comes around and one day in turn someone will help her again.

I am afraid she had a wonderful way of explaining it too, but I am no

good at that.

-- In achalasia , LunaIam2@... wrote:

>

> On 2/22/2006 at 6:31:45 A.M. Central Standard Time Ann wrote:

>

>

> This is what I believe: There is no shame in admitting that you

need help,

> warmth and support from other people. I agree that you get great

joy from

> giving your love, but think that everyone needs to have their

needs met too.

> It's the mutuality of friendship and kindness that brings the most

happiness.

> I used to try and give without expecting anything in return. As I

grew older

> and wiser I knew that I was expecting too much of myself. I am

not a saint.

> I am a human being in need like we all are. So I have learned

to

> appreciate everything that is offered to me in a spirit of love.

>

> And what a love you are Ann! It is evident in everything

> you write. I agree with you, but learned it way too late in

> life. If we could only teach this to our children along with

> walking and talking, what a different world we'd have.

>

> Maggie

>

[Guest guest]

I will see if I can find Sultanas. I just came from worship, and

Pastor (remember he's from England) told me about them. By

flapjack did you mean pancakes? With all the suggestions I should do

quite well with meals I can eat at my desk. Just keep tossing out

any new ideas you might have.

I think your recent trip sounds amazing. We have so much to learn

from other parts of the world.

Jo

> >

> > -how wonderful that the condition of your e has improved.

From

> > your post, I gather that your symptoms have not diminished, so

will

> > your doctor continue to monitor your condition closely? What

treatment

> > is currently being recommended by him? I know that from my

experience,

> > the surgery drastically improved my quality of life. Myotomy

took me

> > from sleeping upright (and still choking) to sleeping with just a

> > pillow or two, and my " asthma " has not required medication. I

wish you

> > well in your decision, and hope your pneumonia is much improved.

> > Please continue to post and keep us informed.

> >

> > Sandy and Ann- Thank you so much for the suggestions. I am

anxious to

> > try some foods that I can eat without gagging or gaining twenty

> > pounds. I do have one question....what are sultanas?

> >

> > Jo

> >

>

[Guest guest]

Dear Jo,

I can't help it... if sultanas are like raisins, personally it sounds scary to me. If they don't go down right away, they are going to swell and get bigger. That is my vision or nightmare. I'd avoid any dried fruit. I assume the saliva makes them expand.

Dear Juls... oh my goodness, what a horror story, if that first doctor is still around put his name in our data base so we stay away. Of course anyone can have a perforation, but drains all that time. Another nightmare.

About the database, my personal favorite is the doctor database. But somehow it got confused and the titles got lost. I know how to fix it, did it several years ago, but what do you all think about approaching the website owner and asking if they would make something for us, more similar to Ebay feedback? There could be a doctor's name, then anyone who uses that doctor gets to write their comments and briefly describe their experience. The current format doesn't really lend itself to that. Some doctors are mentioned only once and others are used all the time, but there isn't a way to put more patients under that doctor.

I'm not a computer whiz, are there any suggestions, any body with some extra time? I'm not sure, since sold or shares the website now with those other people if they are responsive. I looked once and our achalasia group is one of the most active. It would be nice if they would provide that for us. Seems like it would be a great feature to promote their whole website if they were interested. Is there any interest in fixing up our doctor database? Now there is no way to tell dates and more information would be so nice, I think.

Sandy in So Cal... so far haven't even bothered to search for s, even though there is an annoying Mom at kids' school that brags all the time her husband is a director. Guess I should get in the swing of things.. really only care about the clothes and am disappointed "Grey's Anatomy" won't be on. Oh, shucks, just realized I missed Jon 's opening, and I adore him.... Bye.

> > >> > > -how wonderful that the condition of your e has improved. > From> > > your post, I gather that your symptoms have not diminished, so > will> > > your doctor continue to monitor your condition closely? What > treatment> > > is currently being recommended by him? I know that from my > experience,> > > the surgery drastically improved my quality of life. Myotomy > took me> > > from sleeping upright (and still choking) to sleeping with just a> > > pillow or two, and my "asthma" has not required medication. I > wish you> > > well in your decision, and hope your pneumonia is much improved.> > > Please continue to post and keep us informed.> > >> > > Sandy and Ann- Thank you so much for the suggestions. I am > anxious to> > > try some foods that I can eat without gagging or gaining twenty> > > pounds. I do have one question....what are sultanas?> > >> > > Jo> > >> >>

[Guest guest]

Dear Jo,

Flapjack is not like pancakes. It is a cereal bar made from oats and molasses and if you are fortunate enough to find a brand which is very "treacly" they feel quite soothing to eat and slide down a treat.

Not everything is going to be right for everyone. They are just things to try. Between us I should think we could come up with loads of things to try.

We have snow here now (but no hot tub to jump into).

Love from Ann in frozen England XXX> > >> > > -how wonderful that the condition of your e has improved. > From> > > your post, I gather that your symptoms have not diminished, so > will> > > your doctor continue to monitor your condition closely? What > treatment> > > is currently being recommended by him? I know that from my > experience,> > > the surgery drastically improved my quality of life. Myotomy > took me> > > from sleeping upright (and still choking) to sleeping with just a> > > pillow or two, and my "asthma" has not required medication. I > wish you> > > well in your decision, and hope your pneumonia is much improved.> > > Please continue to post and keep us informed.> > >> > > Sandy and Ann- Thank you so much for the suggestions. I am > anxious to> > > try some foods that I can eat without gagging or gaining twenty> > > pounds. I do have one question....what are sultanas?> > >> > > Jo> > >> >>

[Guest guest]

-

Hi Ann,

Thanks and I will wave to your daughter. I am sure she will have a

great time. The little tiny bit of New Zealant I have seen is

wonderful.

-- In achalasia , " Ann " <lilac_blossom_lady@...> wrote:

>

>

> Dear ,

>

> Am VERY pleased about your blood test results. Keep on trying to

make

> your rest time a priority. Listen to your body. All the best to

you and

> please can you turn to your right on Tuesday and wave to my lovely

> daughter who will be in Auckland, New Zealand, where she is going on

> holiday, setting off tomorrow with a stop-off in Singapore. She

could

> hardly be further away and I am going to be thinking about her all

the

> time.

>

> And Dear Sandy,

>

> I MUST learn to read all the messages before I dive in and reply

> impetuously. I did not mean to deride your in-depth curiosity about

> 's improvement. You are right. It would be so useful to know

what

> has gone on there. I simply acted on impulse and felt like jumping

up

> and down in glee for her. So please forgive my " twitness " .

>

> Love from Ann xxx

>

[Guest guest]

Dear Jo,

I had a lovely day, but part of the whole thing for me was remembering how the day was not as lovely for others.

I was thinking of a Mother who has her two children in Hospital, one donating for the other's bone cancer treatment, and also a close young friend of mine who lost her Mum to Breast Cancer a few years ago. I also thought of you and the heartache you are going through with your Mum. Have you been able to visit her yet in her new home? Does she seem to be content? I hope you can find some peace with this. It is so hard for you. Life is never simple is it?

Big Hugs from your friend across the Pond XXXX>> Ann- Hope you are having a wonderful Mother's Day. You are such a > special caring person, and I am blessed by meeting you through this > group.> > Jo>

[Guest guest]

I had to settle for talking to Mom on the phone yesterday. I have no

wrap, and spent Saturday vomiting. I couldn't drive Sunday as I was

not in very good shape, but I told her I would come up Saturday

after work, then see her again Sunday before heading home. Thank you

for thinking of us. You are right, this is difficult, but we know

she will have better care than we can give her. I am glad you had

such a nice time.

> >

> > Ann- Hope you are having a wonderful Mother's Day. You are such a

> > special caring person, and I am blessed by meeting you through

this

> > group.

> >

> > Jo

> >

>

[Guest guest]

Yes, Ann. After resting yesterday I feel much better today. It is a

good thing, because I found out when I went to work that we are now

working 9 hours daily. I am sure I will see her Saturday when I get

off work. It is always so nice to hear from you.

Jo

>

>

> Dear Jo,

>

> Are you feeling better today, or are you still unwell? I am sorry

that

> the timing was bad for you. I reckon you would have been with her if

> you could. Things sometimes don't go right, but there is next

weekend.

> Maybe everything will be different then. You are being brave and

> struggling through. My love goes with you. xxxx

>

[Guest guest]

You are so sweet, Ann.

I really tried to get a new job, but had no luck. I can't cut my

hours until the end of the season (the beginning of September).

Today was only my second nine hour workday, but I can tell it won't

be easy. I am tired, and quite sore. Next week we begin 10 hours a

day minimum. I have a call in to our financial advisor to see if I

will be able to walk away from this job soon. I long for a life of

travel and leisure (like you have!)

Actually, I know this disease is not fatal, but the experience has

made me realize that you shouldn't delay living the life you long

for....there are no guarantees. I told Mick we should sell our dream

house and two or three cars, then move to a condo where we can come

and go as we please. (I don't think he will go for it) Oh well, I

can dream (and put every penny I can toward financial freedom!) You

asked if I felt on top of things. Never, but I know I can't change

everything, so I just try to stay positive and not worry about what

is beyond my control. Saturday after work I will drive north to

check on my sister who is having surgery the day after tomorrow,

then to another town to check on my Mother in the new long term care

facility she is in. I got a call saying she may need to be moved, so

I can help while I am there. Then I will need to be back home in

time to work at 7:00 Monday morning.

And what will you be doing over the weekend?

Jo

> > >

> > >

> > > Dear Jo,

> > >

> > > Are you feeling better today, or are you still unwell? I am

sorry

> > that

> > > the timing was bad for you. I reckon you would have been with

her if

> > > you could. Things sometimes don't go right, but there is next

> > weekend.

> > > Maybe everything will be different then. You are being brave

and

> > > struggling through. My love goes with you. xxxx

> > >

> >

>

[Guest guest]

Hi Ann,

You know I think I am a little vague these days, I guess I am tired,

I might have had my surgeries mixed up. I will ask my Husband when I

speak to him next, he will certainly remember.

Your date must be getting closer now. When is it?

I have lost track of things in the group a fair bit lateley. I get so

exhausted with my husband away. I have only one week to go now. It

has been a long 8 weeks.

> > >

> > >

> > > Dear ,

> > >

> > > Can I just add to the very good point you made about wetting the

> mouth

> > > to get some water? A good idea is to use a small plant sprayer,

so

> > that

> > > the water comes out in a fine spray. Apparently water can be

> absorbed

> > > to a certain extent through the membranes of the mouth and

throat.

> > That

> > > would be better than nothing.

> > >

> > > And incidentally, I think you make a very cute weather girl. I

think

> > > you should audition for your local TV station. [;]

> > >

> > > Love from Ann, so far away from you. xxxxx

> > >

> >

>

[Guest guest]

-Hello again Ann,

I know how what you are thinking exactly about the surgery. I was in

turmoil over it not so long ago. I was really in a situation in the

end that if I didn't do something I wasn't going to cope. It was just

that bad.

You will be fine and I am sure it will all be worth it for you. Them

you can write and brag about so many great foods.

Last week I went out with friends to a restauant and it was a special

set menu set with a different wine or two with each coarse. We met

the winemaker and he explained the making of the wines. It was great.

I even enjoyed the tastes of the wine and foods together. I only

tried all the wines and my friends bravely helped finish my glasses.

Last thing I wanted to do was eat or drink too much and feel sick. My

husband was disappointed he wasn't there. We have been to

restaurants, but I have not really enjoyed it so much and was too

tired and was keen to go home. It is hard for him coz he really

enjoys it.

So hope to go out with him and have a nice meal when he gets home

soon.

-- In achalasia , " Ann " <lilac_blossom_lady@...> wrote:

>

>

> Dear ,

>

> You don't need to tell me about vague - I think most of my life is

spent

> that way nowadays (lol). It's the age thing you know.

>

> Unfortunately I still do not know a date for my surgery. I just

have

> to patiently wait to be notified. I have asked what the situation

is,

> and it could be a couple more months or so yet, but it is not a

problem

> as I am doing ok.

>

> I was able to relate to a lot of what and Notan had to

say. I

> guess that we would all like a guarantee of improvement if we

decide to

> go through the ordeal of surgery. We know it is very likely but

not

> definite. But I suppose this is the fact that has to be accepted.

It

> can be hard to make decisions that you know you are responsible

for, but

> that's life, I suppose. I sometimes think I do not need an op,

but I

> think that is the coward in me trying to avoid it when it seems

like the

> wisest thing to do for the sake of the future health of the

oesophagus.

>

> Thank goodness you only have a week now before your husband

returns.

> You can now start counting the days.

>

> Lots of love , and be kind to yourself, from Ann in England XX

>

[Guest guest]

Ann,

you deserve those words of comfort. We will all be awaiting your

results from surgery too. You have been an inspiration for so long

you deserve your turn. I truly hope I get to meet you one day too.

Love

> > >

> > >

> > > Dear all my friends,

> > >

> > > I have just received a letter from Huddersfield Royal Infirmary

to

> say

> > > that I will be admitted on Monday 29th May.

> > >

> > > Love from Ann xxxx

> > >

> >

>

[Guest guest]

Dear Ann,

What comes around, goes around. I was never a big fan of that expression, but in your case, you have provided so much love and support for everyone who called out for help, who needed their questions answered, or just needed some caring words, that the expression should ring true.

It is now your turn to restore your life to where you were before your problems began. I can only join all the others in saying that we love you, wish you a successful surgery and a progressively better each day recuperation.

If ever there was a person on this board that I have seen over the last few months due good Karma, it is you.

Come back soon, so we don't miss you too much!

Love,

[Guest guest]

Awe ,

I can still so relate too!!!

I use to not eat hardly at all because of it. I would fix dinner for the

kids and the whole time know that I couldn’t eat it, that my dinner came

in a can! YUCK I still can’t stand the smell of Ensure!!! So I understand

the Cheese soup thing!

C Warren

Co-Founder

www.achalasia.us

From: achalasia

[mailto:achalasia ] On Behalf Of michelle

Sent: Tuesday, July 11, 2006 9:49 AM

achalasia

Subject: Ann

Dear Ann - you got me all misted up. You know

that even after many

many years of being able to eat fairly well, I can still SO relate

and SO remember the feelings of not being able to eat with others and

then the euphoria of eating well again!!

When I was first diagnosed - I was 15 - my GI doc put me on a full

liquid diet for a MONTH while I waited to get a menometry and then

scheduled for dilation. Sitting down for dinner was something we did

every night but my parents let me start taking my cheese soup (yuck,

I still can't eat it today) downstairs into our TV room so I wouldn't

have to sit at the table and watch them eat meat and veggies.

It was very lonely.

But, like you - I found this group and it's just awesome. I can hope

to continue on my same path but I know that no matter what happens in

the future, I have you all and YOU UNDERSTAND!!

phew - getting all misty again.

Love to you all.

Happy Swallowing!

- in Va.

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Dear , This is a quick note as I am setting off for a wedding. I will reply properly later, but it is so good to hear from you. You can take the fish oil in capsule form you know, so that you do not have to taste it. Love from Ann across the World/ xxxxykosworks <ykosworks@...> wrote: Hey Ann,I have been off line for a long time and have thought of you often.I have not managed to read back far enough about how your surgery went and your recovery, but sounds like you are doing well.I had emailed at times and heard you were doing well.My surgeon suggested 2 yearly for a check would be sufficient, just to be sure, but he said the instance of the c etc are lower thatn I really initially thought.I am enjoying food a lot but have now put on far enough weight, how is yours going?To date I haven't been online much, just so tired all the time. Fatigue and aching pain is ruling me still.I have seen more specialists and I am about fed up with going, no reasons have come to hand still.I am now on a big dose of fish oil every day. I have decided this is to see how comitted I am to getting better. I am committed and it is so awful to take so much every day. For someone who doesn't like fish

the fish oil is so concentrated and yucky.My daughter gave me a hard time about taking it so I made her have some. I won, she threw it up straight away and came up with a feeble excuse. It was a highlight in my day. Yes I have a warped sense of humour still too.Time to go. Will catch up again soon.Regards

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Dear Ann,

Many thanks for your good wishes for Bimal.

This is what we need the most at this time.

We will be taking a 2 hours flight from

Mumbai ( Bombay ) to Coimbatore in south india..

I am sure that Bimal will be fine soon due to best wishes and prayers of all of

this group.

I am not worried now....

Wish you all a very happy Diwali ..

Diwali is like X'mas for us in India..

Today is Diwali here..A festival of lights..

Mukesh

Mukesh

Hello Mukesh, its lovely to hear from you again I remeber on the day I

went into hospital you sent me a message of good luck and I was

extremely touched by that now let me return that your son and family.

Good luck and best wishes for a speedy recovery and many years of good

eating.

Please let us know how he is doing, I will be thinking of him and your

family during this time.

Pippa xxx (Over here in the UK)

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