After reading today’s posts , it suddenly struck me , how lucky we are to be a part of this forum family right now. We have all the characters in place : 2 Greys , that keeps us informed of latest research. Ski & Scuffs , that keep us entertained with the hilarious racing commentaries, and more recently his entraining trip to hospital for lung functions . We have a selection of Artists , photographers and gardeners as well as Poets to lift our Spirits on a grey day . We also have the supporting comments of Damon , as well as her amazing advent calendar, that really impressed last Christmas. We have the encouragement of Sassy, who is generally the first to Post, and has a lovely calming way about her. We also have Charlie G , who is a whiz with lung function results and a mine of information on medical stuff. We have the lovely Caspiana, who was doing birthday posts and recently updated us of the sad news of Hacienda . We also have Littlepom that not only shares info on medical stuff, but keeps us updated on discounts available to us should we need them , if we are adapting our homes to make life easier. Then we have the rest of us - the supporting cast !!! Sharing the high’s and lows of everyday life , living with lung issues . I often talk about this forum to family & friends and am thankful that I found it . ( apologies if I have left anyone out)and as I have said before the right people in the right place at the right time !!! We have it all !!
Have a good day everyone! x
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So true. It's a great team with everybody doing their supportive best. In recent weeks, whilst wrestling with anxiety, isolation and worrying health decisions I have found this more valuable than ever. X
Hi Beachballs, I completely agree with you and when a newbie appears on the forum I like to mention the gifted members we have. I also say that when I came across this Forum it proved to be one of the best things that could have happened to me. It was a blessing in disguise during the lockdown. Like you I am always telling friends about it and singing the praises about our very own special community group. So i would like to take the opportunity of saying thank you to everyone as you genuinely, all make a difference.Cx
I love this forum. I read the posts every morning, and I feel like everyone is a personal friend, who I can turn to for a laugh or information. I’m so glad I joined, it’s so nice to see familiar names pop up.
Indeed we do have it all Beachballs. A wonderful wealth of information and support with some humour thrown in for good measure. What more could anyone want.
Thank you for your kindly reminder.
Love and hugs to all, we’re here for each other. Xxx🤗🥰💕
Very true about everyone on here and thank you for mentioning me I'm so glad I can make a small contribution to the site. I am so grateful end part of this wonderful site and to have do many wonderful friends. It means so much to me and many others without this wonderful site I would be quite money so thank you everyone we are truly lucky have a wonderful day and take care 😊 Bernadette and Jack 🐕 xxxxxx
Have to agree , but have to say that advent calendar was special, really looked forward to each day on the run up to Christmas, wondering what was behind each date !!😀you have set the bar high now , look forward to the one this Christmas, if I am still around !! 🙏
I would also add a special mention to all those that are in need of support, without whom there would be no need for others to give of themselves. I have often said that the 'hoiking out' of new research articles/news gives me valuable occupational therapy, as well as giving some purpose to my existence.
It’s also very helpful to us all 2 Greys, and gives a good balance to this forum , hope you keep posting for as long as you can , ( a little selfish on my part ) Take care 👍
Non of us could do it without those behind the scenes, they don't get mentioned enough, so thank you from us all. Have a wonderful day and take care 😊 Bernadette and Jack 🐕 xxxxxx
Ah thank you! That’s really kind of you! 😊I love it how everyone has something different to offer! hypercat54 ...you are much more than the supporting cast! As is everyone! Everyone is individual and brings their own special part to this forum and makes it as precious as it is!
Ohhh hypercat54 , me too , always in the “ Supporting Cast “!!! Well now , that is a claim to fame , 11years on this forum , gives us all hope !! Keep posting! 👍👏
Yes, yes and yes. It is a lifeline for us all. Everyone, everyone, has a part to play however much or little they contribute. It is a brilliant group.Long may we — and it — flourish
I’m sure all will appreciate this post. It’s been a bit of a lifeline during the pandemic I’m sure.
Thanks for mentioning Carolina Hacienda because I missed Cas’s post and I’m devastated was wondering why my last message was unanswered , not like Carolina such a thoughtful and caring lady. Hope she’s having a good chat with our lovely breatheasy Anne.
Thanks Chriskho, I am sure we all will. I know so sad about Carolina, I would imagine most of us shed a tear at the news. When I think back to her last post , it was almost as if she was telling us , she mentioned having a shower after weeks of bed baths and was looking forward to her walk , she also mentioned that although she hadn’t survived the pandemic, she had lived longer than expected. That kept going over in my mind . She is a big loss on this forum. Take care 🌸🌸
You are so right, I only found the site some months ago, wish I had known about it long before, as you say it has it all. Hope everyone has a good week. Best wishes to all. xx
I don't know how I would have coped without this site, especially in the early days of persistent infections and subsequent diagnosis. I thought I was going to die an early death, but people on here proved that I had every opportunity to live a much longer life than I anticipated and a good one too! I remember reading about people doing so many things and enjoying themselves. Lovely Vashti kept me entertained with her wonderful writing.
Since joining, we have said our farewell to a number of members others have joined and added their input. I find this a lovely, supportive, friendly group. Yes, there are some niggles from time to time and occasionally someone gets a bit put out about something, but that's life, isn't it?
I love the humour on this site and the feeling of camaraderie. I come on most days to see what's going on and often share snippets with my husband. We often laugh out loud at some of the posts and share sadness at others.
I love this forum and am always quoting bits to my family, and like so many of you I am so glad I found it.My sister has bought me a lovely fuchsia which is now outside my patio doors. It has so many buds and when it opens up I’ll try and get a photo to post.
I too love the Forum. Whether I'm happy or sad you usually know about it😀 A special mention to Don,I love his posts. I remember Carolina saying that she was near the end and feeling sad. You've seen me through the death of my daughter and answered my health fears etc etcThank you one and all. X
I have picked up so many tips from fellow dodgy lung people 😃, love reading Dons poems and Littlepoms advice on bronchietasis is legendary. Also Blackbirds photography and updates on Stan are brilliant. Love it x x x💓
How true Beachballs. I too mention posts, pictures, help and humour to my husband. On this forum everyone understands how we feel. The people have so much to offer and share.
Funnily enough I was just telling my Daughter this morning about how great it is & how everyone one helps with information and Support. I also told my Surgery’s Respiratory Nurse last week how I have been reassured & have followed advice on this forum. Truly the past year when all my Copd issues decided to rise to the Surface & Doctors were a nightmare to contact this group of lovely People kept me Calm . I read the posts every morning and there is always someone who needs advice & there they are all those people you mentioned ready to help. Xxx
How true but I tend to forget about this site yet spend ages reading all your beautiful posts some a bit sad some bring a smile to my face others just wanting help support which is great but we must remember we are all NOT MEDICAL PEOPLE So don't take everything to heart
You are all Beautiful people and wish you all a merry Christmas good fortune for the new year and health improvements for everyone
I couldn't agree more, each one of us brings something special to the family we have become. I will be forever grateful to this site and the wonderful people on it. Have a lovely day and take care 😊 Bernadette and Jack 🐕 xxxxxx
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How about me being the longest member on here? About 11 years or so unless anyone can beat me? 
Been away, & staying away for now!
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