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Post by nashville11 on Feb 22, 2018 22:35:01 GMT
We finally made it back home about 12:45. I knew it would be an all morning affair. We left at 8:45 this morning. They do try to move you through, but there are so many different steps so you end up in different waiting rooms 3 times by the time they call you back for an assessment, then you go to a second waiting room, then they call you back for a CT scan of the eye, then you go to a 3rd waiting room, and then they finally call you back for the actual treatment. Oh well, it is what it is. Once again the doctor told us that my mom's vision will never be any better. The hope is to keep it stable, and it shows on the scan it is doing that but she sees worse most likely due to the Alzheimer's. I felt so bad for her because she said she's afraid to give up and stop going because she sees so very little now it really scares her to think of not even being able to tell night from day. So as long as she wants to go, I will take her.
This afternoon I heard a clip of what the NRA guy (Wayne LaPierre??) said, and I just wanted to reach through there and choke him. Of course, there is a lot more than availability of guns that needs to be addressed, but stopping the sale of those weapons designed for mass killing is where we need to start. Trying to blame the FBI, the police, the school, the teachers, and even the students is pathetic. Yes, the FBI made a mistake. Yes, the police and social services made mistakes. But, if that shooter had never been able to access the gun in the first place we wouldn't be in the position we are in now. I don't believe for an instant that the NRA doesn't know that. But money talks, and they get paid a bundle by the gun/ammunition manufacturers.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 22, 2018 22:48:43 GMT
What was even worse, was the comment from the NRA lady (?) from last nights town hall, saying today, that the media loves mass shootings because it boosts ratings when we see "white mothers" crying on TV....yes she actually said that! What a vile disgusting human being she is! She & LaPierre were quite the pair this morning. Then who takes the stage but Pence! UGH!
Ok, off to the game. Jason just had a hard seizure, so waiting for him to recover abit more before we go. Hopefully, no more once we get to the game. Fingers XXXXX'd. I can never fully relax when out in public, but it is what it is, so guess we just deal with it if it happens at the game. We gave him some extra meds, so that will help. Actually we have been lucky with no seizures at the games this year. Anyway, send positive thoughts for tonight's game. It should be a good one.
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Post by birdgal on Feb 22, 2018 23:04:54 GMT
But, if that shooter had never been able to access the gun in the first place we wouldn't be in the position we are in now. I don't believe for an instant that the NRA doesn't know that. But money talks, and they get paid a bundle by the gun/ammunition manufacturers. Exactly! Well said, Joyce. This is true. We love money more than anything on this good Earth. Including our children. Perhaps we should stop calling The United States a civilized society. We're not fooling anyone. I was visiting a friend this afternoon who was recovering from having both hips replaced. I kept asking her if there's anything I could do for her while I was there. She said there's no need because when her boyfriend gets finished cleaning his shot gun he's coming over. Okay, then. It's nice seeing you, Linda. I hope you have a speedy recovery. I gotta go. lol. Positive Thoughts for Jason this evening. More Positive Thoughts for the game tonight!
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Post by birdgal on Feb 22, 2018 23:21:09 GMT
What a vile disgusting human being she is! She & LaPierre were quite the pair this morning. Then who takes the stage but Pence! UGH! Vile and disgusting as well as the darlings of the GOP, Far Right Evangelicals, the JA and his loyal supporters, and deranged republican thugs. Did I say thugs? I meant politicians. I hope the things they spew will someday come back and bite them in their ass, their face, and their bank accounts! Instant Karma's gonna get you. Gonna knock you right in the head! Instant Karma's gonna get you. Gonna look you right in the face. You are missed, John.
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Post by nashville11 on Feb 22, 2018 23:35:23 GMT
Sending positive thoughts for DGD and the game, and positive thoughts for Jason and for you, Linda. You are such a strong woman. I am proud to be your friend.
I'll be out of pocket this weekend. Going out of town in the morning, and expect to be back on Sunday evening.
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Post by birdgal on Feb 23, 2018 0:04:41 GMT
I'll be out of pocket this weekend. Joyce, I've never heard that expression until I heard you use it. Is that a Nashville thang? lol. Or, am I the only one who's never heard it? I hope you get some R & R while you're out of pocket. You deserve it.
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Post by nashville11 on Feb 23, 2018 1:57:11 GMT
LOL Pat! It probably is a TN thing. Come down for a visit, and we'll have you speaking "Southern".
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Post by yogamama007 on Feb 23, 2018 1:57:40 GMT
Sending positive thoughts for DGD and the game, and positive thoughts for Jason and for you, Linda. You are such a strong woman. I am proud to be your friend. I'll be out of pocket this weekend. Going out of town in the morning, and expect to be back on Sunday evening. Joyce I second your positive thoughts about the game...........it is so exciting that L's GD's team made it this far. NO sweet Linda you are not bragging too much........Brag more Grandma, that is your DNA running that ball up and down the court. (You are bringing back memories of GS and last year. THANK YOU) Joyce have a safe trip hon, a change of scene is good for you, and you get to see your grands? Yes?
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Post by yogamama007 on Feb 23, 2018 1:59:54 GMT
"Joyce, I've never heard that expression until I heard you use it. Is that a Nashville thang? lol. Or, am I the only one who's never heard it?[/quote]"
Yes Linda, you are the only one who's never heard the expression. lol
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Post by yogamama007 on Feb 23, 2018 2:08:10 GMT
I can't even comment about the shooting and the azzz hat comments J.A and the NRA are making.
Yes, we watched the Town Hall meeting last night. I wanted to gather those parents and kids into my arms and tell them it will get softer. They have a long road to travel. Just heartbreaking.
Marco- "Good you were there, now sit down and think before you speak.
Man the finger pointing is unflippen believable.
Did anyone notice DJT left cuff.......he has 45 embroidered on it!!!!!!!!!!! Not good with # are we? Gotta remember who we are do we?
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Post by Deleted on Feb 23, 2018 4:02:57 GMT
WHOO HOO DGD team won tonight & will be going to State Tourney next week. It was close most of the game until last couple minutes & they won by 7.. DGD was also voted Senior Athlete of the year by all the Region Coaches...what a great accomplishment! So proud if her hard work & dedication .
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