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       Hank William's song (Flippantly Plagiarised)
       By: Mike Waters Date: July 21, 2024, 12:51 pm
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       I dreamed that the great judgement morning had dawned
       And that 'Donald' the trumpet was born
       I dreamed that the nations had gathered
       To judgement before his white throne
       And oh, with what weeping and wailing
       As they each were told of their fate
       They cried for the rocks and the mountains
       They prayed, but their prayer was too late
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       Re: Mike's Corner
       By: Mike Waters Date: July 22, 2024, 12:12 am
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       Re: Mike's Corner
       By: Rita Date: July 22, 2024, 3:31 am
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       Not sure what you are actually relaying by the word change Mike
       !
       Anyhow how are you and Christina - have you been able to go
       along to the community centre at all ?
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       Re: Mike's Corner
       By: Mike Waters Date: July 22, 2024, 11:25 am
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       [quote author=Rita link=topic=28.msg1157#msg1157
       date=1721637062]
       Not sure what you are actually relaying by the word change Mike
       !
       Anyhow how are you and Christina - have you been able to go
       along to the community centre at all ?
       [/quote]
       I'm not comfortable socialising any more. I can barely walk,
       I've become incontinent, can't remember anything, I've lost my
       dentures and no idea where, desperately in need of a hair cut,
       and can barely dress myself.
       Christine is also sinking fast.
       And I too have no idea of what I was trying to convey re
       'Change'.
       Just passing the time pointlessly. >:(  ???  :'(
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       Re: Mike's Corner
       By: Rita Date: July 22, 2024, 1:32 pm
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       Oh Mike I am so sorry, sounds as if you could do with a bit of
       support physically. Is Christine getting any carers come in, can
       you speak to your GP about getting some help.
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       Re: Mike's Corner
       By: Mike Waters Date: July 22, 2024, 1:48 pm
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       I daren't speak to my GP for fear he might pronounce me unfit to
       drive.
       That would be 'the end' for me, just have to hope that me
       driving doesn't lead to 'the end' for someone else.
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       Re: Mike's Corner
       By: Rita Date: July 22, 2024, 4:23 pm
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       I am really not sure what to say in response to that Mike, red
       flags are flying - an expression we used in the care home if
       concerns were raised.
       Not sure it’s right to list all the things you mentioned and
       then relay that last message about driving. Wouldn’t it be
       better to actually take the chance and let others decide if you
       are safe. Seeking help may actually get you medical help that
       may improve what you are coping with physically.
       Sorry Mike, although I am sympathetic, I don’t agree with your
       attitude - it doesn’t help Christine, or you and not to mention
       anyone that may be impacted if you are unfit to drive .
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       Re: Mike's Corner
       By: Mike Waters Date: July 22, 2024, 10:11 pm
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       [quote author=Rita link=topic=28.msg1163#msg1163
       date=1721683381]
       I am really not sure what to say in response to that Mike, red
       flags are flying - an expression we used in the care home if
       concerns were raised.
       Not sure it’s right to list all the things you mentioned and
       then relay that last message about driving. Wouldn’t it be
       better to actually take the chance and let others decide if you
       are safe. Seeking help may actually get you medical help that
       may improve what you are coping with physically.
       Sorry Mike, although I am sympathetic, I don’t agree with your
       attitude - it doesn’t help Christine, or you and not to mention
       anyone that may be impacted if you are unfit to drive .
       [/quote]
       A refusal to be beaten has been an irrevocable trademark of my
       life that I my never be able to remedy for as long as I live.
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       Re: Mike's Corner
       By: Rita Date: July 23, 2024, 1:08 am
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       Having a fighting spirit is not a bad thing Mike, however it can
       also be pride or stubbornness. In and of itself if it impacts
       you not getting the help, then only you lose out. However if you
       yourself know that getting into your car is risky, and only you
       truly know that, but it is what you have implied, then you
       honestly need to think about whether it is right to just do it
       regardless of potential risk.
       Yesterday a young girl lost her whole family in a car wreck, so
       at the age of 11years old she has to deal with that…….one lapse
       of judgement on someone’s part ( there was a motorcycle involved
       and two other people also died )
       There are other ways to get out, taxis or hiring a carer who
       drives- they will take you out and you have companionship as
       well.
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       Re: Mike's Corner
       By: Rita Date: July 23, 2024, 3:12 am
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       I am not meaning to come across as being harsh Mike , if you
       were my dad and he was relaying the same info I would feel under
       obligation to do something. It’s actually placed a burden on my
       conscience and I am now stuck with that because there is little
       I can do apart from speak out.
       Getting older is hard, trust me I understand the grief and pain
       that goes with losing independence bit by bit. I am at the
       beginning of that journey , also I have never been a driver so I
       have always had to find other ways to get around. I will say no
       more about it xxx
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