The Coffee House

[davidharmier60]

I'll add my prayers!

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[terri33 4]

I'm sad and frustrated tonight, hosers.

I'm sad because my wife's grandmother (who is 90 and lives in Scotland) had a stroke two days ago, and the prognosis isn't good. I've only met her once, but she and my wife were once pretty close (her grandparents used to summer here). It's also sad because her grandfather (93) will no longer be able to stay in their home, and it isn't clear what kind of options he is going to have.

I'm frustrated because of the way her parents are handling it. News is slower because of the intercontinental nature of it, but they knew about it for 48 hours before they told anyone. Now, they've only told my wife (but not any of her sisters) because they didn't want to ruin their holidays and because they thought that my wife could handle it because of her work experience as a counselor. They also mentioned they wanted her to be able to help her sisters when they find out. They aren't going to tell her sisters until next week. So my wife doesn't have anyone to process all of it with, and I'm not much help.

Ugh. I know it's not really any of my business, but it doesn't seem fair that my wife should shoulder that burden alone right now. (Plus, I can't imagine how her sisters are going to feel when they find out that it happened over a week ago...)

Oh, my. I'm so sorry. No wonder you're frustrated, Jon. It's always annoying when others are deciding who gets what information, who can and can't handle things. This kind of control usually backfires - I hope it goes all right for your wife and the rest of the family!

 

[Gary A.]

I'm sad and frustrated tonight, hosers.

I'm sad because my wife's grandmother (who is 90 and lives in Scotland) had a stroke two days ago, and the prognosis isn't good. I've only met her once, but she and my wife were once pretty close (her grandparents used to summer here). It's also sad because her grandfather (93) will no longer be able to stay in their home, and it isn't clear what kind of options he is going to have.

I'm frustrated because of the way her parents are handling it. News is slower because of the intercontinental nature of it, but they knew about it for 48 hours before they told anyone. Now, they've only told my wife (but not any of her sisters) because they didn't want to ruin their holidays and because they thought that my wife could handle it because of her work experience as a counselor. They also mentioned they wanted her to be able to help her sisters when they find out. They aren't going to tell her sisters until next week. So my wife doesn't have anyone to process all of it with, and I'm not much help.

Ugh. I know it's not really any of my business, but it doesn't seem fair that my wife should shoulder that burden alone right now. (Plus, I can't imagine how her sisters are going to feel when they find out that it happened over a week ago...)

 

[Gary A.]

Gary hopes it all turns out for the best. As Terri stated, all you can do is be ready to give all you can when you can.

 

[limr29 2]

Sorry, Jon It's got to be frustrating for your wife. My mother does similar things to us. I'm no good at following instructions, though. I always blab.

 

[SquarePeg36 7]

It must be a generational thing. My mom and her siblings are big on keeping bad news secret. Although everyone usually knows but has been sworn to silence so you don’t know who knows what and can’t have a conversation with anyone. It’s very frustrating. My sympathies to your wife.

 

[SquarePeg36 7]

Sitting here watching White Christmas when I should be cooking.

 

[limr29 2]

Sitting here watching White Christmas when I should be cooking.

I should probably be wrapping presents. But I'm not. Will be grabbing a book and crawling into bed soon.

 

[Gary A.]

Gary is in the same boat as Jon and Leo. Gary also lives below the ice line. Mt. Baldy, about 35 miles away and 9,000+ feet high, has all the snow and ice Gary needs. It even has a ski lift.

 

[Gary A.]

PS- Gary doesn’t know what an actual ice line is ... but he’s pretty sure he doesn’t live in it or above it.

 

[Gary A.]

Gary is listening to KJAZZ play Christmas songs sung and played by jazz greats, while relaxing all bundled up on the recliner. No Tv, no movie ... just music and he is appreciating the purity and satisfaction of just music.

This is a wonderful evening.

 

[ceemac]

Life above the ice line is a little cold tonight. It's about -25C (10 US). But it's very dry, no dampness to get to your bones. Black sky, white stars. Great night to drink hot wine and feed the fire.
At least until the furry pest wants to go out for a pee.

 

[JonA_CT]

Thanks everyone.

Morning view:

 

[SquarePeg36 7]

Super icy here this morning after last nights rain and the overnight drop in temps. It will all melt eventually but probably not before I have to go out there! Have to pick up some things locally for tonight and tomorrow. Busy busy day today because I farted around and spent all of yesterday making Christmas cookies with Princess and various friends and relatives who stopped by instead of getting some of my cooking done. Totally worth it though as we had a great time. My cousin’s 4 year old declared it the “bestest fun ever” as she sat there covered in sprinkles and frosting with a big silly smile. A beautiful memory made.

May not be checking in much for a few days. Wishing all you Hosers a merry and bright Christmas!

 

[JonA_CT]

Super icy here this morning after last nights rain and the overnight drop in temps. It will all melt eventually but probably not before I have to go out there! Have to pick up some things locally for tonight and tomorrow. Busy busy day today because I farted around and spent all of yesterday making Christmas cookies with Princess and various friends and relatives who stopped by instead of getting some of my cooking done. Totally worth it though as we had a great time. My cousin’s 4 year old declared it the “bestest fun ever” as she sat there covered in sprinkles and frosting with a big silly smile. A beautiful memory made.

May not be checking in much for a few days. Wishing all you Hosers a merry and bright Christmas!

Merry christmas! Enjoy your cooking and family!


My wife request some comfort food this morning, so
I’m making biscuits and I have some sausage defrosting. The only other cooking I have to do at my house today is a cake for tonight’s dessert.