swimmermom3 Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 It seems to me that over the past few months, many of our members' teens and young adults have suffered some fairly severe health setbacks, either physically, mentally, or both. This time of life is often challenging and stressful without these additional burdens. Now that dh and I have just returned home after four days at the hospital with one of our children, my thoughts again turn to those of you with young people that are struggling. May you and your children find good health, emotional wholeness, peace of mind, and joy in the beauty of each and every day. Oh, and may humor lighten your darker hours. 29 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckymama Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Oh, Lisa :grouphug: I am waiting for yet another phone call from dd's GI :( 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penguin Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 I really hope everything was resolved for your child at the hospital, and all is well. I have parented my share of struggling young people - I try to enjoy smooth waters when I get them. There is much wisdom in your post. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corraleno Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 I'm so sorry to hear that, Lisa. :sad: I hope everything's OK. :grouphug: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lllll Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 :grouphug: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
8filltheheart Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Sorry to hear about your child. I hope he or she is doing better! Parenthood never seems to get easier, just more complicated. It is hard to watch them just want to be like other teenagers but have to really set boundaries as to what they can do. :( 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reefgazer Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 I hope all is well with your son, and I second your thoughts for others. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caroline Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Hope your child is on the mend. Hugs. And Amen to what you said. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 I'm sorry, Lisa. It is so thoughtful of you to remember others even amidst of your own family's struggles. I hope your dear child is OK now. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MtnTeaching Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 Lisa I am so sorry to hear about your sick one. I am in the process of trying to wrap my head around my dd's diagnosis of Lyme. It answers a lot of questions, but raises a lot more. I spent the entire weekend reading and researching, and the outcome is that I am even more worried. I hope your young one heals quickly. It really is hard to see them feeling so bad. I just want dd to be back to her athletic, smiling, energetic self. Right now, the illness is making her a completely different person. It breaks my heart to see the young men and women dealing with this. Your thoughts are beautiful, timely, and they mean a lot to all of who are dealing with this right now. Thank you. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 :grouphug: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elise Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 Thank you, Lisa. That's so kind of you. Know that I am thinking of yours too! :grouphug: :grouphug: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swimmermom3 Posted June 10, 2015 Author Share Posted June 10, 2015 Oh, Lisa :grouphug: I am waiting for yet another phone call from dd's GI :( :grouphug: You were one of the moms I was thinking about. I really hope they can find an answer quickly for your dd. My dd once said she could take a bad answer over no answer at all. At least one could then have a plan. I hope you find a "good" answer soon. May we be back to laughing about raising "whiplash" children soon. :grouphug: 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swimmermom3 Posted June 10, 2015 Author Share Posted June 10, 2015 Sorry to hear about your child. I hope he or she is doing better! Parenthood never seems to get easier, just more complicated. It is hard to watch them just want to be like other teenagers but have to really set boundaries as to what they can do. :( "Yes!" to the bold. Thinking of you and your dd and hoping that she feels better soon. :grouphug: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Lynn Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 :grouphug: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G5052 Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 Yes, rough time here too. Enough said. As a mom, I do what I can. I wish I could sometimes wave a magic wand and have everything for them be smooth sailing (tears), but that's not how it works. :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swimmermom3 Posted June 10, 2015 Author Share Posted June 10, 2015 Lisa I am so sorry to hear about your sick one. I am in the process of trying to wrap my head around my dd's diagnosis of Lyme. It answers a lot of questions, but raises a lot more. I spent the entire weekend reading and researching, and the outcome is that I am even more worried. I hope your young one heals quickly. It really is hard to see them feeling so bad. I just want dd to be back to her athletic, smiling, energetic self. Right now, the illness is making her a completely different person. It breaks my heart to see the young men and women dealing with this. Your thoughts are beautiful, timely, and they mean a lot to all of who are dealing with this right now. Thank you. Leslie, my heart sank when I saw your original post. :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: We have had several members with children who've had Lyme disease and it's just tough all the way around. You and your family are definitely in my good thoughts. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swimmermom3 Posted June 10, 2015 Author Share Posted June 10, 2015 Yes, rough time here too. Enough said. As a mom, I do what I can. I wish I could sometimes wave a magic wand and have everything for them be smooth sailing (tears), but that's not how it works. :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Oh honey, I am so sorry. I know what you mean about the magic wand. We were fortunate enough to have some really wonderful staff at the hospital. When you spend 12 hours a day with someone, you get to talking. I was grateful to two young CNAs, who as a means of comforting me, offered their own stories. They did provide comfort, but also, I could only think that it shouldn't be this difficult for young hearts. I hope things look up soon for your young one. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kfamily Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: for all of you with these struggles. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FloridaLisa Posted June 11, 2015 Share Posted June 11, 2015 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: for all of you with these struggles. I second this. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kareni Posted June 12, 2015 Share Posted June 12, 2015 May you and your children find good health, emotional wholeness, peace of mind, and joy in the beauty of each and every day. What a lovely sentiment, Lisa. I wish this to all. Regards, Kareni 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MBM Posted June 12, 2015 Share Posted June 12, 2015 It is awful to watch kids/young adults suffer. For anyone who is dealing with their child's suffering I wish you all the very best. It is not easy. :grouphug: 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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