My mom is in the hospital

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07-25-2019, 05:13 AM

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Bonniefloyd

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My mom is in the hospital

She fell and broke her hip, which is really bad at her age. She’s very weak and hasn’t been in the best health lately, and as much as I want to be optimistic, I don’t think she’s going to be around much longer.

I guess it’s good that I just happened to be in town when this happened. We had a good visit with her before this, and we’re spending some time with her in the hospital each day until we have to start heading back to Texas.

We’re still taking time to do fun stuff. Lots of swimming at the beach.

I don’t know if I still wish I could drink or not. I guess I haven’t thought about it much once I got through the first couple of days of this trip. It’s good to know that when things come up unexpectedly, I am ready to jump in the car and deal with it.

07-25-2019, 05:16 AM

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biminiblue

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I'm sorry, Bonnie. Prayers for her recovery and for your peace of mind.

07-25-2019, 05:20 AM

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Numblady

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Very sorry. Glad that you have the presence of mind to address the situation head on in sobriety. But it certainly doesn’t make it easy.

07-25-2019, 05:35 AM

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Dee74

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All the best to your mom Bonnie. These days a broken hip need not be the grave thing it used to be - I hope the drs can help her get back on her feet.

I'm really glad you're sober too - it's the best way to be in a crisis.

D

07-25-2019, 11:16 AM

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Citrus

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Thoughts and prayers for you and your Mom Bonnie.

07-25-2019, 02:41 PM

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Hawkeye13

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Sending good wishes to you and your family BF

07-25-2019, 02:55 PM

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Anna

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I'm sorry to hear about your mother, Bonnie. I hope that she recovers. I'm so glad that you're sober and ready to do what you need to.

07-25-2019, 06:33 PM

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Misssy2

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For sure! I don't know if you drank like ME....but I was not dependable for things that would come up like this...because of drinking..I barely made it to my sisters funeral...and when I did go....I was very "unavailable" and "hungover".

Hold on to your sobriety....its so..so important to your quality of life and the quality of life for those amongst you.

07-25-2019, 07:05 PM

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Bonniefloyd

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Thanks y’all. I’m too tired to say much, but surgery went well. I’m going to bed.

07-25-2019, 07:15 PM

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I’m sorry you and your mom and family are going through this. Sending you positive vibes and hugs!

07-25-2019, 07:46 PM

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Zighoul

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So sorry to hear about your mom Bonnie!
Glad her surgery went well ~ you being sober and there for her and your family is awesome

👍💚

07-25-2019, 09:08 PM

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Delilah1

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I’m glad your mom’s surgery went well, and that you are there with her. Enjoy that time, also take lots of pictures, even if she doesn’t want to in the hospital. During the last few years of my mom’s life most of my visits were to see her in the hospital or nursing home. I always took pictures, even if she wasn’t really feeling photogenic, I am really glad I have those pictures now.