OTish: Good News/Bad News

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- Karleen/Vibrant Jewels
  
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17 years ago

Tue, May 9, 2006 1:48 AM

Hey Beading Friends, The GOOD news is that my daughter graduated from Radford University Saturday with her Master's degree in Counseling! She already has a job at a local high school in the fall.

The BAD news is that my husband did not get a good report his last CAT scan. The cancer has metastasized into his mesenteric membrane and there is nothing else the doc can do. Any further treatment would only make him sicker and not stop the disease. The doc said he had "a few months" at most. He is trying to be upbeat, but is very weak, still losing weight, not being able to eat much, etc.

So I'm trying to decide whether I should continue with selling beads/jewelry or not for now. It does bring in a little income, but I'm having a great deal of trouble in getting customers to pay on time - I'm not sure it's worth the time I have to invest in it - time I'd rather be spending with Jim. I have relisted items at JustBeads this week but can't promise I'll continue to do so.

Those that believe in prayer, any prayers are appreciated for Jim!

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17 years ago

Tue, May 9, 2006 3:41 AM

Karleen

I am sorry to hear that the news about Jim is not good.

I think you should spend your time with him - because later you can't get that time back.... it's not worth more stress trying to collect from people who don't pay on time.

Maybe you could set your sales up as BUY now - instant payment (paypal only) required. I've seen people do those...

Our neighbor was just diagnosed with cancer - and it doesn't sound good for her...

Hugs Congrats to your daughter..

Cheryl

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17 years ago

Tue, May 9, 2006 4:26 AM

Prayers for you both, Karleen.

Becki

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17 years ago

Tue, May 9, 2006 5:54 AM

Sending good vibes across the pond to you and your DH.

I am sure everyone will understand your need to be with him all the time. We will all be waiting for you if you do have to leave us for awhile. Hugs to you. Love Shirley

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17 years ago

Tue, May 9, 2006 8:02 AM

((((((((((((((((((((((((Karleen & Jim))))))))))))))))))))))))))))

I know it's impossible to consider anything positive but keep up with the beads if only on a smaller basis as you need something to keep your mind busy and focused. There will be times when you will simply need something to fill in the blanks.

I'm so sorry to hear the news. You have all my thoughts and wishes.

-Su

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17 years ago

Tue, May 9, 2006 1:01 PM

Karleen,

I believe in prayer and will pray for you and your family.

I agree with Su, even if you don't sell anything right now. If you find pleasure in making jewelry I say keep doing that but don't worry about the posting of it for now. This will help keep your mind possitive and busy while not clouding it with the perhaps uncloudy things like - lisitings, photos, paying or not paying customers, shipping, etc. AND you will have a "stockpile" when your ready to list and deal with what goes with that.

Stay focused and possitive.

Cindy

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17 years ago

Tue, May 9, 2006 1:51 PM

Keeping you in my thoughts, Karleen.

Barbara

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17 years ago

Tue, May 9, 2006 6:19 PM

Karleen,

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

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17 years ago

Tue, May 9, 2006 7:23 PM

Congratulations on your daughter's graduation. This is such a special time.

Thoughts and prayers for you and Jim.

Jan

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17 years ago

Tue, May 9, 2006 8:39 PM

Spend your time lovingly together as much as you choose.

Don't fret about money or anything else right now, those things will wait, even if any creditors pretend otherwise.

(((((((Karleen and Jim))))))))) good vibes coming your way.....

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17 years ago

Wed, May 10, 2006 12:49 AM

Congratulations on the good news, and so very sorry to hear the bad ones. I think I'd spend the time with Jim - and escape into beads when I have to.

Somebody already suggested to use paypal only for the selling - I only ship after having been paid, even if I accept other forms of payment. On rare occasions I ship after receiving a check but before depositing it, usually only for repeat customers or people I know in person.

Hugs, Maren

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17 years ago

Thu, May 11, 2006 3:56 PM

WHat CHeryl and Sarajane said. You won't regret spending time with one you love. Prayers are with you.

Georgia

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17 years ago

Fri, May 12, 2006 4:06 AM

Thanks Cheryl for the encouragement.

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17 years ago

Fri, May 12, 2006 4:06 AM

Thanks!

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17 years ago

Fri, May 12, 2006 4:06 AM

Thanks!

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17 years ago

Fri, May 12, 2006 4:10 AM

I started replying to everyone, but I'm too tired to do that... I really appreciate all of the kind thoughts, prayers, and love expressed by all of you. I will have to take some time off from selling - but I am so thankful I have this group to return to when I need you. We signed up for hospice care, but we aren't happy with their "no treatment" philosophy. We may opt out and try something else. We just need wisdom right now. Jim is only 59 and not ready to give up yet. Love to all & Big HUGS all around. May not be back for a while, will try to drop in and let you all know what happens.