Every day AB asks me enthusiastically what my blog topic will be. She is always so excited to read them and I love her for that. Some days ‘save my life school’ gives me multiple topics to choose from, some days I’m a bit stuck. But it never ceases to amaze me how something will eventually come up to talk about!..Today being the perfect example.
I was sitting in my room at AB’s house, reading some of my messages and I noticed that not everyone truly understands why AB is doing what she’s doing…aka restricting my access to FB, Twitter, etc. This made me sad so I thought I would let her know. But I was lazy and I knew her computer was on her lap downstairs so I sent her an email 🙂 She thinks I resorted to this communication method because I was farting upstairs…she’s so wrong. LOL. Anyway…Here is a glimpse at what transpired:
So that’s a perfect glimpse into our ridiculous conversations! And I was so totally joking about farting 😉
Now that I’ve shared the evolution of today’s post, it’s time for me to share some more of my deepest gratitude. (In no particular order).
To my beautiful kids! I love you with every inch of my soul! I’m so sorry for what I have put you through, but I promise I am on my way to getting healthy. Your hugs and smiles have made me feel better for years! I’m so proud of you and your strength. Words just aren’t enough to show you how much I love you! XOXOXOXOX
Thank you to Ian’s family. You have all been so supportive and have shown me what unconditional love is. I will be taking my card and quotes to Homewood and reading them every day. They are so important to me. I am lucky to have you in my life!
To Jon and his family, words won’t be able to thank you all enough. Adam is the luckiest boy to have you as his dad Jon! He has wonderful grandparents as well. I have always said that and will forever. Thank you for everything you do. I mean it from the bottom of my heart!
Mama Bonnie, thank you so much for the surprise flowers and card you left for me. It brightened up a very sad day. It was like you knew I needed it! I can’t wait to dance with you again. Love you! XO
To Randi, and my Paramedic students. Wow, what can I say?! Your card and gift brought me to tears (happy one’s). Every heartfelt message meant the world to me. You are a pretty amazing bunch of people. I’M the lucky one! Thank you.
To AB & Ian (really I need 7 blogs for this) you have taken care of me for so long. I hope that one day I can show you how much better I am and that I can somehow, someway thank you enough…it’s probably not possible though! I would need to shout it out from a mountain for the rest of my life if I was to even come close to thank you enough. I love you both dearly. Thank you for saving my life. XO
To my co-workers and friends. Where could I possibly begin? When I sat down to write that first little blog as I was gearing up to step foot into ‘save my life school’ for the first time, I had no idea how my words could have created such overwhelming support! Paramedics, Dispatchers, Fire Fighters, Police, Councillors …you have all made such a huge impact on my life! I love you guys more than you’ll ever know! XO
To my family. Thank you for your help along my crazy journey! I know its had so many mountains and valleys, but I hope you will always know how I hold you so close to my heart. XO
To Walter (and your crazy eyebrows) and Magyver (and your funny hellos)…you guys pretty much rock! And always make me smile 🙂 XO
To strangers reaching out with support and love…to everyone who offered to help my family (AB & Ian included) while I was in the hospital and even when I was home by offering to bring food, close my pool, fix my fence, take care of my kids etc!!! You helped us all so very much! Thank you!
To my work. I am grateful for the time off to focus on healing! I miss the road very much and look forward to being back soon. I am so lucky to have such an amazing group of people supporting me.
To all of the staff at the hospital. (You all know who you are!) Thank you for taking care of me and holding my hand when I couldn’t wake up. I received the utmost exceptional care and I am so grateful to each and every one of you!
To all of my classmates and teachers…I don’t know where I would be without you! You have all impacted my life in such a positive way and I will keep you in my heart forever! Thank you.
For double cupped coffee’s in the morning and waking up to hope instead of despair I am grateful.
And for David Beckham 🙂 ….I think he deserves a thank you just because 🙂
And to all of my blog followers!!! THANK YOU! I have been so fortunate to connect with strangers from around the world who are experiencing the same illnesses as me, or have loved ones who suffer. We can all get through this! I love you all! Thank you for your support and kindness!!!!
THANK YOU TO EVERYONE! XOXOXOOXOXO
November 5, 2014 at 2:02 AM
That was definitely one of your best blogs yet!. I totally understand the communication between two people in the same house. I send my offspringy text messages when he’s upstairs farting too. lol
For whatever reason it is AB limits your communication ability, it’s a deal made between you and her and it works. (I’m a bit blown away that there are people negatively commenting on this-if it works for you, great)
But ya gotta know that dispatchers are control freaks too lol
I think you have oodles of courage to be so public about this-it’s like journalling out loud. Or having a pelvic in Mel Lastman square ….You are that tough.
And.
You’re going to get there, Natalie.
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November 5, 2014 at 2:03 AM
by the way I TOTALLY agree about the David Beckham comment. (that’s shows a healthy libido and we all need one of those lol )
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November 5, 2014 at 3:04 AM
one of your best yet! Love you! Keep going strong! ❤
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November 5, 2014 at 5:17 AM
Thank you! xoxoxox
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November 5, 2014 at 3:23 AM
David Beckham? I don’t think Crosby would have approved of that…???
As you already know, there is an enormous amount of support behind you and willing to do anything to help you during your journey.
Best of luck during this difficult yet courageous time by opening up to the world. You are missed and everybody is waiting for that return.
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November 5, 2014 at 5:17 AM
Thank you! I miss you guys too 🙂 …Ya Crosby would disown me LOL. Big Hug!!!
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November 5, 2014 at 3:37 AM
Who do you think you’re fooling, Farty McTooter?!? OMG this blog made me laugh!!! I loved tonight’s topic ….well done my dear friend; so much to be grateful for 🙂 xo
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November 5, 2014 at 5:18 AM
I love you my AB XOXO Always and forever.
PS you’re dreaming…I never fart 😉
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November 5, 2014 at 10:33 PM
From the moment I started reading your blogs I have been blown away by the commitment and dedication that you have received from your friend, AB. Friendship like that is very hard to find! She sounds like an exceptional person and you must be pretty kick ass for her to care so much!
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November 6, 2014 at 3:19 AM
Great blog tonight Nat – I am so glad you have a friend like AB – we all need that special friend to keep us honest!!! ( I totally believe the farting BTW!!!) I am glad you are sounding more positive and hope that you learn to forgive yourself. It is hard work but so worthwhile. Take care and remember -when one day at a time is too much try one hour, or one minute!!!
Thinking of you
Dawn
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November 6, 2014 at 1:07 PM
Thank you 🙂 I am so happy to have AB as well! I hope you’re doing great. And I like your advice of one minute at a time…that’s a good thing to be reminded of from time to time. xo
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November 7, 2014 at 5:00 AM
1. AB is in comms? Eeeeewwwww!
KIDDING!! LMAO
2. I could have abs like Beckham … if I wanted to. I choose to keep mine warm 😛
Excellent blog 🙂 As always, thanks for sharing!
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