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Hugs to you today, Kim!!! Crazy how fast time goes by, isn't it? I love the color yellow, too! Have the best day possible. Try to do something for yourself, today, too. Patti

AWWWWW!!! I love puppies!! Shadow looks so sweet - and I think it's a perfect name. Enjoy each other!! Loving animals is the best. I went from dogs to cats, after I lost Charlie. He wasn't very fond of cats, so we never had one - although I think he would like "my boys", Harley & Davidson. They require less attention than dogs and I'm gone alot. I love them... My best to you and Shadow, Mary Linda!!! Looks like a great match. Hugs, Patti

I LOVED that poem, Marty!!! Really makes you think and it's absolutely true. Sure hope, so far, that my dash has been going OK.... Hugs to all! Patti

Absolutely, WaltC - they will be sorely missed!!! RIP, Michael & Farrah!! Patti

Mossfire - We are here for you. We understand how you feel. It's been going on 5 years for me and I'M STILL HERE. I survived the worst thing that has ever happened in my life and I KNOW that is what my husband wanted for me. He wanted me to be strong and survive...it's not my time yet. He wants me to go on with MY life and enjoy the time I have left. That is what Rob wants for you, too. I don't know how long it's been for you - tell us your story. We are here to help you down this long journey. Hugs to you, Patti

Happy Birthday, Kathy!! Patti

Thank you ALL for the lovely comments!! They mean so much to me - it helps alot to know that all of you know exactly how I feel. I got to spend part of the day with my grandkids - we had a great time. I'm so glad that all of you are my "extended family"! Hugs to all of you!! Patti

Today Charlie and I would have been married 20 years. I'm sad knowing that we didn't get to spend all that time together, but I will get through the day as I know he would not want me to be sad all day. I still miss him so much - even after almost 5 years. I love you, Dear...I always will!! Happy, Happy 20th anniversary!! I wish we were celebrating together - I know it would have been a very special anniversary. You ALWAYS made them special. Thank you for being in my life! Patti

I guess I get to join the ranks of people who had wonderful Gemini's in their lives. My dearest, Charlie, was also a Gemini. His birthday was June 10th and he would have been 51. Tomorrow would have been our 20th wedding anniversary. I miss him so much!! I don't have a steady stream of tears, but I have been rather weepy these last few weeks. Seems to be getting to me, again.... Happy birthday, (again) Dear!!! And as always, Happy Anniversary (tomorrow)!! I love you, Dear - ALWAYS!!!! Happy birthday to George and to Jack, too. Patti

It sure does suck!!! I've had animals all my life and it sucks every time. After we lost our beloved dog, a year before Charlie passed, I vowed not have any more animals for a while (if ever). A couple of years ago some friends of mine talked me into getting my 2 kitties - they said I needed some company, that I should be alone. I love my boys, Harley and Davidson. Am dreading something happening to them - hopefully it won't be for a long time!!! I AM sorry for your loss, Mary Linda!! Hugs!!

As time goes on, things do get a little easier, but you will never stop missing him or wishing he was with you (physically). Why do you think, after going on 5 years, I still come here almost every day? I don't write much, but I'm always reading. I still need the comfort now and again. Hugs to all of you!!! Patti

I, too, understand about your financial issues! Just thinking the other day how much my life has changed in the past 4 1/2 years since I lost Charlie. I have pretty much lost everything - the house, my vehicle - I will be filing bankruptcy by the end of the year. Guess everyone has the "right" to file at some point in their lives and I guess it's my time. I live alone, too, (except for my 2 kitties) and I have actually gotten used to it. I also do not want a stranger living with me - I like my privacy. Just found out yesterday that the place I work for is closing another 2 of it's stores, which only leaves the one I manage and one other. Fortunately for me....I still have a job there. I do start to panic, at times, when I think about the fact that I could be laid off - have NO idea what I would do at that point (other than cry!) Guess I would be moving in with friends or a relative (that would be terrible). I think the worst part is that we don't have our loves to hold on to in these trying times. I miss my Charlie so much!!! This month on the 10th he would have been 51 and then the 17th we would have been married 20 years. Makes me so sad!! Everyone, take care!!! We can only do what we can do...... Hugs to all!!!! Patti

Just wanting to wish all of you Mom's a very Happy Mother's Day!!!!! From one mom to another - Hugs to all of you (even the guys...) Patti

Happy Birthday, Wendy!! Hope it's a special day. Hugs to you. Patti

That's wonderful, Teny!! Grandchildren are so precious. Enjoy her!! Congratulations! Hugs. Patti