Memorial Day

Well, for several days I have been trying to find the right thing to say about Memorial Day. Today while in church, I listened to what the minister had to say about Memorial Day. Then showed the pictures on the screen of those who served, that died and still with us. I got to thinking about these wonderful people that put their lives on the line for us and the sacrifice. They did so, without thinking it was a sacrifice, they did it for a cause. What was that Cause, the people and the country, The United States of America. Tho, we see them as heroes, they don't see themselves as such, and still don't. Nor did they try to be heroes.

Serving their country, they gave a lot. They didn't have days off. They were on duty 24/7. They always didn't have clean sheets to sleep in, not even a bed. Sometimes, their meals consisted of what could be found off the land. Their friends and families were back home, they couldn't just call them on the phone, and say, "Mom, Dad, whats for super? I'll be right there." Call their friends, "Hey, lets get together tonight." See they gave up their freedom for ours. Gave their lives.

Must not forget, the parents and loves ones that were back home. Worried every minute, every day about these wonderful people that are serving our country. This had to be a very difficult time for them. I have a son, he hasn't served the military, and never will be due to his eyesight. But I think, "God, if it was my son, I would be so terrified".

I have listened to many stories from veterans who were in Viet Nam. For some reason these men were able to open up to me. The stories they have told me were horrible. But you know what, I didn't mind listening to their stories. At the end, one told me, he didn't know why, but I was the first person he could open up to, and it felt good for him to get it out. Yes, these stories were bad, and I can't repeat them.

In my band are 2 men who served Viet Nam. They are very proud of their county and the flag that flies over it. When that flag goes up, they stick their chest out and hold their heads high. I am proud to have these men in my life. I stick my chest out and hold my head high to them and my country.

Be proud of your Freedom. So many Men and Women gave their lives for the Freedom we celebrate. Thank a Veteran for doing that.

Thank you to All. And God Bless you All.

Life "How do I Live with Pain"

I had a woman, she was in Hell, and didn't know how to live with the pain of Endometriosis. I do want to add, other people do suffer pain from other things in life, that keeps them from living a Normal life. So, maybe this will be of some help to others too.
Sarah was her name, she could not conceive a child and was trying for adoption. She suffered a lot of pain, she questioned, "How do I carry on. Raising a child, living with pain.? How?" So I had to try to help her make it through life.
This was my Answer:

I could not resist, in the hope of helping you make it. I have raised 2 children with this Horrible Monster Endo. It has taken over my life. I had to adapt to living with it. When I was needed to be at a school doings, recitals, classes, cheer leading, choir, doctor appointments, and sometimes for both kids the same day or at the same time. My husband's job was 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. I had to do these things by myself. To be there for my kids, when they needed a shoulder. I did it. Only God knows how in the hell I was able to do so. I can't figure it out. The excruciating pain. I would be in tears. Feeling drunk from the pain. Somehow, I did it. Oh, I would ask myself how am I going to do this. I did. There were times I could not get out of bed and be trapped there with no one to help. I would be dying for water, and couldn't get it. Rolling to my side I would vomit from the pain. Somehow, when I was in that bad of condition, would carry into the next day. I just don't know why or how, I did it. You know what? I think you will do it too. Somehow you will tell yourself, "I am going to do this, I don't have the time now. I will take what I have to, the the hot water bottle, just in case, to get this done". You will paint a smile on your face, you may look pale, but you will do the best you can. While they aren't looking you will suffer the pain, but you will not let them know, if you can help it. When you have a chance you will go to the bathroom and double over in pain, where no one will hear or see you. Having endo makes us ladies stronger than what we think we are. A lot of ladies in here know I just got done with my daughter's wedding, they ask me how did I do it. All of that work?!?!" It needed done, and it was important, if it meant to be in a wheel chair, or putting knee pads on to crawl, I was going to get it done, By God, I did. There were days I was in tears. Thinking I am not going to make it. I did not have a day of rest. Pain I had. And I collapsed a few times in the stores, the beauty salon, etc. One piece of advice. Try to be lazy the day before, this help No matter if you feel bad the day before or not. You can do this . It will be hard. But I think you can do it.

I am wishing a lot of luck. Yes it will be hard. I hope you get the child that you long for.