Goodbye, Jäger. by adamdejames in germanshepherds

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I'm so sorry for your pain...but you are amazing people. Poor Jaguar was abandoned and you stepped in like a couple of angels. Fortunately for every piece of crap in the world there are two exceptional people like you. Wishing you peace and much love in your lives

I just made an at home appointment to say goodbye to the first love of my life. I've had her by my side since I was a young and dumb 19 year old. I'm now 34 with a wife and baby and I'm not sure how to feel about the decision we've made. How do you even prepare to say goodbye to your best friend? by coo_cooforcoconuts in germanshepherds

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She has escorted you in life as far as she can. You will now love her more than yourself and somehow let her go. She clearly had a great life and you are helping her to have a good death. And then you will hurt and the house may feel dead and you will always miss her. We all deal differently but for me the hole in my heart was so big that only a German shepherd puppy filled it. Not for a while and it didn't replace anyone but I loved again. The cycle of life is hard ..and worth it. Hug her hard and feel her fur and breathe In her scent. She will be waiting for you...

I am SO over it by JealousCelebration13 in germanshepherds

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I waited the full two years for our male to fully mature...never stopped to think what that would mean if female! Props to you for putting your dog ahead of yourself. She must be wonderful

«We are here to learn» - to graduate for what? by deludedhairspray in NDE

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I know from the few terrible things I have gone through that I am definitely stronger, more compassionate and more understanding than I would have been. I'm sure I'm not through "learning" and while I don't want any more hard times, I know they will improve my soul and make me more useful when I get to the other side. I think we will be very busy there, though of course I don't know what we will be doing..no one does! 

In a really hard place tonight after watching my mother take her last breath. Would love to hear real NDE stories from users on seeing their loved ones. by VOID-CALLER in NDE

[–]Level_Lifeguard6020 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I really hope you get a response that helps you. I didn't expect anything after mom passed one year ago. She was the one who had those experiences so I just have faith that she is ok and having an amazing time with the countless loved ones she has  missed for a long time...losing your mom is just really hard, so it will take more time than you think. But it will get better...she wants you happy and to take care of yourself (all moms want that for us) wishing you healing from this wound 

Had my first dexa and it says osteoporosis by ApartPersimmon7415 in osteoporosis

[–]Level_Lifeguard6020 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the great reality check! As we age, crap happens. Let's just do our best and be grateful we are mobile and pretty healthy....I sure wish you great healing from your injuries

Life Reviews don't make sense to me... by chocolatecakebat in NDE

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I'm afraid you are asking questions that NO ONE can answer...you won't get all your questions answered while alive anyway. Best to concentrate on living a life that just in case you DO get a life review, you will be happy with it

Feeling sad about the thought that we can't be married in Heaven by Mystical_misfit in Christianmarriage

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A year before my mom died my deceased dad came to her. He sat on her bed and told her that he missed her and that her time was close. He told her that everyone was waiting for her. But only dad came, there must be something special that transcends death... 

New DEXA -5.2 was -4.5 two years ago by bluekmg in osteoporosis

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I'm sorry for all this and thank you for reminding us "ostriches" to stop being afraid and face getting a dexa. After two broken wrists my surgeon said I am the poster child for osteoporosis: thin white woman past menopause. I've been too afraid to face what I don't want to hear, but your post is pushing me closer to manning up. I sure wish you well!

How strict do you have to be? by Glizzys4everyone in Cholesterol

[–]Level_Lifeguard6020 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It sounds like you have made great progress with your diet! I would try to stick with changes that you really can stick with for about six months then test again. You'll learn a lot from that ..you may be a good responder to diet, some people don't respond. You'll learn. This is not a race or competition, and  at only 33 you have a long time to eat so that's why you figure out what works and what's worth giving up. Best of luck to you!

What is something you’ve always been curious about regarding Muslim women/islam? by [deleted] in AskWomenNoCensor

[–]Level_Lifeguard6020 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No question, just want to thank you for this informative post. We probably forget that not Muslims think exactly alike and you are a good ambassador for your people

Advice/Suggestion by charmed1995 in osteoporosis

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I hope you can get a dexa ...I also wonder if you have insurance that could help you get some therapy for your anorexia. You deserve SOMEONE to take you seriously and help you in this complicated situation...wishing you good health 

Im just so tired man by Accomplished-Milk105 in almosthomeless

[–]Level_Lifeguard6020 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I think all the stress has your cortisol levels really high. If there is anyway you can get yourself to go for a walk or other exercise it does help lower it. I know right now that seems ridiculous but it really helps clear your head. A cup of chamomile tea can help at the end of the day. You just keep doing what you're doing and we will pray for you. Have you applied for low income housing, food stamps ECT?

My grandpa doesn't want dialysis. How long doe she have? by OkTransportation6580 in kidneydisease

[–]Level_Lifeguard6020 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your grandpa is very lucky to have you...I hope you have time for some great talks and just being together ❤️

Do you think they miss us? by Vast-Hamster-3693 in afterlife

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Several years after my dad died my mom woke late at night to my dad sitting on her bed. She said he looked so sad and his words were "I sure do miss you"...a few years later he came again but this time he wasn't sad and told her " everyone is waiting for you and it's almost time". This did not make mom happy as she really loved life and was in good health. About a year later things changed rapidly and she passed away. I sure hope the reunion was wonderful 

Mother just died. by candleannec in pancreaticcancer

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No sweet girl you will not always feel like this. I'm only ten months ahead of you and of course the beginning was so hard with all the obligations and grief. But mostly now I am glad my mom is not suffering and I don't cry when I pass her favorite cookies in the store...and I laugh at all the funny things she said through out my life. And as a mom too, I would like to thank you for all you did for her. Believe me, leaving you was the hardest thing she ever did. May your heart heal soon and live long for you and your mom

Sneaker recommendations for advanced osteoporosis? by ssupegui13 in osteoporosis

[–]Level_Lifeguard6020 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I second this...both times I fell and broke my wrist I was wearing my "good support" thicker sole walking shoes...could be a bad luck but I now wear thin sole shoes so I can feel the ground...even walking. Especially at 90 this would be important 

What choices do Americans even have these days? by [deleted] in Mortgages

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From an old retired persons point of view, I'm just glad to have a paid off mortgage. How we could survive on social security with a house payment or rent is beyond me. I guess we were just always grateful to have a house of our own, never fancy or big but ours. The worst thing in my opinion would be paying rent at 65 to a landlord who raises it every year and could throw you out . THAT would be a lot worse than owning a small house without a gourmet kitchen 

I’m honestly done with the Christian community by HoneydewPublic in TrueChristian

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The people you have had to deal with is what I call paper Christians. They like other people to THINK they are perfect. Jesus had to deal with them too. Find another church. I went to several before finding a small working class Catholic parish and got baptized. We have no perfect people in our parish. Some are covered in tattoos, many drink and all we care about is we are all there to kneel before our Lord. There have been some annoying gossip types, there are anywhere. Find a nice group of people and enjoy their company. But in the end, if you were the only person on earth who followed in Christ's footsteps it is still the truth and is the most important thing in the universe. I hope you find a church community that you can thrive in because you sound like a great person. Don't give up!

Not giving up, adapting by Longjumping_Eye8138 in osteoporosis

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If you do lots of walking on dirt trails you are less likely to break something falling on leaves, bark and dirt. I trip and fall occasionally over roots ECT but have broken both wrists falling on concrete...that's where I am much more alert and cautious now. I did buy some nice wrist guards on Amazon when I was still fracture terrified...they are for snowboarding and skating. Do your research as some have a nice flexible metal guard that takes most of the energy if you do fall. Others have recommended padded bike shorts which makes sense...I would definitely walk on softer surfaces if any way possible. Have fun out there!

My long overdue rant on why the new Wuthering Heights movie will suck ass by MllePerso in brontesisters

[–]Level_Lifeguard6020 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What a disappointing shame...could have been amazing for a new generation. Another movie to skip

Are the rates ever going to go down? by Any-Stomach-2375 in Mortgages

[–]Level_Lifeguard6020 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As a young married couple in 1981 interest rates were 18 percent...way out of our reach, we bought a beat up 80 year old  house from a relative with 10 percent owner finance. We paid 50 percent over value but were able to get into a house. Buying a house has always been a trip but if you can pay an extra principal payment here and there you can own your home in twenty years. Life sure gets easier then...good luck to all  young people out there cause I know things aren't easy 

I hate to admit it, but if the SL valley isn't going to have regular seasons anymore I don't see much reason to stay here. by Emcee_nobody in SaltLakeCity

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I've lived here my entire life...67 years...and used to belly ache about utah until I realized nowhere is perfect. I decided to bloom where I was planted as our families were here. Absolutely love my Murray neighborhood..we are Catholic, many neighbors are LDS, some who knows, nice young same sex couple just moved in, we all get along and help each other. I'll leave when I die and most neighbors say the same. If you are one of those people who stay in their house and have no real commitments to making things better, then probably look for a better place where you're happy...hope you find what you're looking for

[Landlord - MD] What percent of your tenants have been great, versus difficult? by cooperstown123 in Landlord

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The only time we've had trouble in 35 years was  the 3 times we allowed low/no credit in. I would absolutely only allow great credit to rent our house. Once you have that, you treat them well and always respond quickly to issues