Its been a tough and tiring day for me

@sofssu (23662)

November 6, 2015 7:30am CST

Its like I have been on hospital duty today. I visited my friend diagnosed with cancer. She seems to be doing well..but her children ( in their teens) have not taken this too well I guess.. so she was quite emotional. Then a visit to see my friend whose husband had a stroke a couple of days ago.. he is doing well too, he has made a 90% recovery. The last being my senior friend who is in her late sixties but is almost immobile and can barely speak because of Parkinsons. At the end of it I am tired and a bit physically and emotionally drained too.. I just feel I will call it a night after dinner and get some rest.. even if I don't sleep, some soothing music and a good book will do me some good. I won't go out for my walk though the weather is good today. How has your day been?

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@Rollo1 (16679)

• Boston, Massachusetts

6 Nov 15

It is difficult and sad to see people who have had their lives turned upside down by illness, especially when we are close to them. My sister was diagnosed with cancer three years ago, and it's a real struggle for her and everyone who cares about her.

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@sofssu (23662)

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6 Nov 15

@Rollo1 In one moment life has changed from happiness to pain and unpredictable futures. It was so sad to see my friend like that.. I understand how much more difficult it is when it is family. How is your sister now?

@boiboing (13153)

• Northampton, England

6 Nov 15

Were they all in the same hospital or have you been running between several?

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@sofssu (23662)

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6 Nov 15

@boiboing All in different hospitals .. More than feeling physically tired I am mentally and emotionally drained out I guess.

@sofssu (23662)

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6 Nov 15

@boiboing I didn't feel it then.. but now I am hurting allover.. My head especially.

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@boiboing (13153)

• Northampton, England

6 Nov 15

@sofssu How terrible.

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@marlina (154131)

• Canada

6 Nov 15

No wonder you are drained! That was a lot to do and you are very kind of doing this.

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@sofssu (23662)

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6 Nov 15

@marlina I am wondering how all my friends could be going through all this at the same time. We used to have so much fun together just this February before I moved out of the apartment complex.

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@LadyDuck (471421)

• Switzerland

6 Nov 15

How terrible to visit several hospitals in a day. I know how depressing it is. I hate when I have to wait for my hubby at the hospital, this happens once a week because he needs a therapy.

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@sofssu (23662)

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7 Nov 15

@LadyDuck The very atmosphere of a hospital dulls your spirit.. doesn't it? Hope you husband doesn't have any serious condition.

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@sofssu (23662)

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9 Nov 15

@LadyDuck Headaches are not considered serious but can be.. Its really tough on the person having it though. I have severe headaches and they can't figure out after three MRI's what it is.. I just relax and do some indoor gardening at those times.

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@LadyDuck (471421)

• Switzerland

7 Nov 15

@sofssu Headache cannot be considered serious, but he has headaches from one year and a half and nothing helps. They already did all the tests, physically he is well, so nobody knows where the problem is.

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@simone10 (54187)

• Louisville, Kentucky

6 Nov 15

Visiting sick friends can take a toll on you emotionally. I hope you are able to have a relaxing evening. It's morning here so my day is just beginning.

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@sofssu (23662)

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6 Nov 15

@simone10 I just came back and had to start dinner.. Thankfully I had planned well so I did most of my work in the morning before I left.

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@simone10 (54187)

• Louisville, Kentucky

8 Nov 15

@sofssu That's good. I hope you have rested by now.

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@sofssu (23662)

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9 Nov 15

@simone10 Its been one busy weekend.. I seem to have very little rest these days. hopefully i will be able to mylott a bit more than I have done in the last two days.

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@Drosophila (16571)

• Ireland

6 Nov 15

Hope tomorrow is a better day for you.

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@sofssu (23662)

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6 Nov 15

@Drosophila Thank you.. I am happy to do that ..but I guess I am too tired and drained out.

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@sofssu (23662)

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7 Nov 15

@Drosophila Its good to have friends and friends who stand by you in good times and in bad.

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@Drosophila (16571)

• Ireland

6 Nov 15

@sofssu It's good to have friends who comes to your aid in times of need.

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@Juliaacv (50979)

• Canada

6 Nov 15

You have had an emotionally challenging day today haven't you? Our day is just beginning, I'm still battling a sinus headache and will soon head out for the day. I want to do a bit of grocery shopping before I start work. I only work in the afternoon today, yeah me!

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@sofssu (23662)

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7 Nov 15

@Juliaacv Hope your headache has subsided. I have had headaches for months now and after a row of investigations I am on some medication which helps. A changes of spectacles also has helped. Hope you have a great day/night.

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@sofssu (23662)

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9 Nov 15

@Juliaacv Hmm its tough when they last that long. Glad you feel better.

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@Juliaacv (50979)

• Canada

7 Nov 15

@sofssu Surprisingly enough, my headache lasted for over 24 hours, which is a rare occurance for me.

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@kevinakash (2084)

• Sri Lanka

7 Nov 15

the day i like most is saturday. Because i can have a good rest on Saturdays only

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@sofssu (23662)

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9 Nov 15

@kevinakash Weekends are busy from me.. we have so much to do around the weekends at home.

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@crazyhorseladycx (39509)

• United States

7 Nov 15

yepperz, sure sounds drainin' to me. been through some similar schtuff myself as'f late, sometimes 'tis hard to shake regardless. hope that yer music 'n book did'ja some good. fer me, i'd had to've taken that walk. i find mother natures gifts to be most rejuvenatin'.

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@sofssu (23662)

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9 Nov 15

@crazyhorseladycx Good to see you back.. I was hoping you won't stay away for long. I just got some sleep and felt better after my rest.

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@sofssu (23662)

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9 Nov 15

@crazyhorseladycx Oh yes, it did..

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@crazyhorseladycx (39509)

• United States

9 Nov 15

@sofssu thanks, hon. i'd planned'n steppin' back fer longer but missed the flowers in my garden here. glad that slumber refreshed ya

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• Philippines

7 Nov 15

Hi! Have a rest, you also need to rest. That's why you were drained but I know that everything will be fine. I wish for their fast recovery. Tell to your friends that Din't lose hope, just look up and pray! Smile ;)

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@sofssu (23662)

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9 Nov 15

@jhieeen All my friends are strong believers. They never lose faith or fail to pray. That is why they are never hopeless.

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Margaret Mwangi

@Missmwngi (12915)

• Nairobi, Kenya

6 Nov 15

That was good of you to visit them and i wish them all the best in their recovery. Nothing much for me today being indoors

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@sofssu (23662)

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7 Nov 15

@Missmwngi Thank you so much sweetie. All they need is wishes and prayers. Hope you and your little boy have fun today.

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@sofssu (23662)

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9 Nov 15

@Missmwngi It is indeed.. This is the best part of his life.

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Margaret Mwangi

@Missmwngi (12915)

• Nairobi, Kenya

7 Nov 15

@sofssu Much welcome,ooh yeah fun each day watching him grow

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@ramapo17 (30441)

• Melbourne, Florida

7 Nov 15

Just think how much joy you brought to all of them today.

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@sofssu (23662)

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9 Nov 15

@ramapo17 My job was to bring some happiness.. they seemed to take the lead.

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@sofssu (23662)

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9 Nov 15

@ramapo17 we talked and laughed about all the good times we have had together. We did have fun..

@ramapo17 (30441)

• Melbourne, Florida

9 Nov 15

@sofssu It must be hard on you to keep a smile on your face in front of everyone.

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@JudyEv (340178)

• Rockingham, Australia

7 Nov 15

That does sound a draining day for you. However I'm sure your friends really appreciated your visits.

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@sofssu (23662)

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7 Nov 15

@JudyEv Being stuck in a hospital they seem to be so happy to see you.. its like you bring some freshness from the outside world to them.

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@sofssu (23662)

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9 Nov 15

@JudyEv Its is depressing too to be stuck in a hospital. I wish I can do this more often , but for now its once a fortnight only.

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@JudyEv (340178)

• Rockingham, Australia

7 Nov 15

@sofssu It can be very boring stuck in a hospital or somesuch all day. Some are desperately lonely and often feel forgotten about and unloved. I think we should make an effort to visit the sick - as you obviously do.

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@carriepeng (16)

• Shenzhen, China

7 Nov 15

Pray for your friends.We human beings always feel so helpless when we facing the disease.Hope your friend are strong enough to fighting with them and you keep healthy too.Anyway,make eveyday count.Cheer up.

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@sofssu (23662)

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9 Nov 15

@carriepeng I pray for them always. They do too.

@GardenGerty (160697)

• United States

7 Nov 15

My day most definitely has been better than yours. I can imagine how drained you feel, but what a good friend you are.

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@sofssu (23662)

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7 Nov 15

@GardenGerty I am happy for you.. These have been great friends.. we have been together for 15 years or more .. those were happier times of course.

@salonga (27775)

• Philippines

7 Nov 15

You obviously had a tiring but meaningful day. I'm sure your visit to your friends has given them some comfort. You deserve a good rest.

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@sofssu (23662)

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9 Nov 15

@salonga I did enjoy being around my friends.. I am glad to bring smiles to their faces.

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@Shellyann36 (11384)

• United States

7 Nov 15

So sorry to hear about your friends. It is very hard on friends and family to emotionally keep things together when their loved one is sick. Emotional strain leads to physical strain. Get some good rest in order to be able to deal with the emotions that come with sick loved ones.

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@sofssu (23662)

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7 Nov 15

@Shellyann36 Thank you.. I feel good after a solid night's rest.

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@LeaPea2417 (37355)

• Toccoa, Georgia

7 Nov 15

I am sorry about your friend who has cancer. I pray she will be able to fight it.

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@sofssu (23662)

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7 Nov 15

@LeaPea2417 Than k you.. I know she need them very much.

@everloving (439)

• Chennai, India

7 Nov 15

You are round & around & around, will definitely be exhausted. The exhaustion is both physical & mental s well. Going into bed be relaxed, if you carrying those million thoughts your brain activity will be more & you would not get a good sleep.

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@sofssu (23662)

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9 Nov 15

@everloving I always sleep well., so I did and I feel much better thank you.

@Jessicalynnt (50523)

• Centralia, Missouri

7 Nov 15

I cant imagine being in those rollercoaster years as a teen and having to face a parent with cancer, I hope they are able to find some good support!

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@sofssu (23662)

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7 Nov 15

@Jessicalynnt Thankfully they do.. I have been through this myself as a teen.. which is why I can feel their pain. I lost my dad when I was eleven.. It must have been real tough on you..