It's been a rough weekend
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| Mon, 05-12-2003 - 10:54am |
Would you believe that I can't take Tylenol PM because it's main ingredient is the same thaing that's in Benedryl and I'm allergic to it. It gives me insomnia. I only get about 4 hrs of sleep & come home from work and sleep all afternoon. Haven't been at the computer--just sleeping & reading.
Your responses have been so gracious. When mortality knocked on my door, I went from smelling the roses to wanting them to grow faster. If I'm not productive (sleeping?) I feel like I'm wasting precious moments of my life. It's one of the reasons I had such a hard time adjusting to this slow format. It's gotten a little faster. I'll look at the homepage for tips to help me navigate better.
I feel so out of the loop--in more ways than one. Hope to be back soon, but I'm not making any promises on when.
On a more positive note--
Because the radio station did the spot on my working with the social worker program, the American Cancer Society is looking for $4 million to add this program in all its divisions.
Because of the problems I had getting enrolled for school this fall (there is no procedure for students who withdraw before a semester & there were a lot of things I should have been told before I made my decision) that the college is creating a procedure to help other students. I did manage to get on the overflow for my two classes. The other two are the internship and an independent study with my advisor. It was a nightmare & I almost just walked out twice. Fortunately, three former classmates, also non-traditional met up with me, and that helped.
Have a good week. I'm going back to sleep.
Hugs,
Karen

isn't it funny what people are allergic to? i'm allergic to aspirin, gives me severe headaches and makes me swell. so, all i can take is tylenol.
hope you get everything straightened out with school.
feel better soon,
ellen
It seems like ages since I've talked with you here in the Garden. I'm sorry things have been so difficult for you lately. But as usual you are handling things quite well! She Who Accomplishes Great Things! I *knew* that would be a good name for you.
About sleep ... This is the body's time for healing at it's best! Same for the mind and spirit, too! Don't deprive the three best parts of *you* of what they need the most: sleep ... wonderful healing sleep!
Have a good night.
F.
Hang in there, and be thankful that you are well and have your whole life ahead of you. You will accomplish your goals, plus some you haven't even dreamed about yet, I have no doubt about it. This is just a minor setback for you. When you do finally get there, it will have even more meaning for you.
Some years ago, there was a 7 or 8 part series on PBS called "Keep Your Eyes on the Prize?" It was a wonderful series about the Civil Rights Movement. Maybe you saw it. I have always loved that phrase (Keep your eyes on the prize), and think of it often when I'm trying to reach a goal and meeting obstacles along the way. I will tell you also.....keep your eyes on the prize, Karen. Never give up. I don't even have to tell you not to give up, because I know you won't.
We are here for you when you have some free time. I miss you, Karen, a lot. Love, BB
Sorry, academia gave you such a hard time. College beauracracy can be difficult. But, remember you can always go directly to the Dean or the President. Go to the top. I am happy your friends convinced you to hang in there.
Love,
Hope
Poof!!! I'm gone!!
KaCee
Take care and try to come back often...Hugs, Susie
Hugs,
..
It was nice to see you posting here. I am so sorry about all of the difficulties that you have encountered with the school. Bureaucrats are sometimes inflicted with tunnel vision, and it seems that they cannot function if something out of the usual is presented to them. Believe me, I went through a similar situation with my DD1 in high school. So very frustrating! But hang in there and take care of yourself, my friend. It sounds like you are getting lots of support from some of your school friends.
We look forward, eagerly, to your coming back to the board and posting regularly when you feel up to it. The board is getting easier to use. I think that we finally got it "broken in". LOL.
Hugs,
Dannie