Who else wishes 2004 would go away?

[greatauntoftriplets]

First, my brother-in-law (the triplets' grandfather) was diagnosed with prostate cancer. He is having surgery on Tuesday. The prognosis is good, but we are all hyper -- including my 92-year-old mother who suffers from chronic clinical depression, an anxiety disorder, agoraphobia and somatization disorder.

Second, my sister's and brother-in-law's dog (belonging to the triplets' grandparents) tore a ligament. He will have surgery later in February -- after brother-in-law recovers somewhat. He is being a brave man to have this done for his dog, because the recovery is difficult (carrying a 50-pound dog in and out to the yard to do his business) while b-i-l is recovering. Meanwhile, the poor dog will be on pain meds for at least a month and then after while he recovers.

Third, my nephew (the triplets' only uncle) is in the National Guard and being sent to Afghanistan for the spring offensive. He will be gone for at least 365 days, getting his ass shot at. He got out of the regular Army last June. Spent his time at Schofield Barracks. Had to withdraw from college yesterday and visit his girlfriend's parents to tell them the bad news. We have not yet told my 92-year-old mother, who is still dealing with the news that her son-in-law has cancer. We don't know how she will cope with her grandson going into combat.

This is all in January. How much worse can the rest of the year get?

[GregorStocks]

1. Kucinich lost Tuesady. The end.

[coloradodem2005]

2. After 2003, I am glad it is 2004.

By the end of January 2003, I wished that IT would go away. That is just me though. That aside, I am sorry for your pain and I hope that it will be better for you.

[lovedems]

3. It sounds like you have alot on your shoulders right now.

I remember reading a post in which you are the caretaker of your mother.

It must be incredibliy difficult to deal with all this stress and I am so sorry for you. This has not only been a bad year, it has been a bad 3 years. I hope things start looking up for you and your family soon! I hope your mother is able to cope with all this bad news. Again, sorry.

[greatauntoftriplets]

4. Thanks.

My mother hates * and hates his wars. This will be very difficult for her. My sister was here today, we decided to wait to tell her about my nephew until after my brother-in-law's surgery.