"Procedure" tomorrow and I'd appreciate some cover.
by Hoot 
, Diversityville, Liberal-sota, Monday, January 26, 2026, 18:40 (8 days ago)
The procedure itself isn't too bad. It's a matter of removing dead bone from my jaw. I've gone through it before...it's uncomfortable and a little painful. Recovery isn't bad with a couple of days before things settle down. Needless to say, I'm not looking forward to it but it will promote healing in the long run.
Folks, I'm just plain getting tired. Tired of the seemingly endless Dr. appointments. Tired of the regimen of pills. Hell, tired of being tired. My head sometimes ends up in a 'not so good' place and I don't like that.
If you can please wish me enough endurance, patience and grace to keep going, I'd sure appreciate it. Also, Melodie has to put up with my grumpy azz...I don't know how she does it....
Hang in there...
by Paul 
, Monday, January 26, 2026, 21:25 (8 days ago) @ Hoot
I know (from observing, not personal experience) you're facing a rough row to hoe. Thank you for fighting the good fight. You are highly valued, to friends and family.
Sending up a prayer for you my friend.
by Murphy , Monday, January 26, 2026, 21:53 (8 days ago) @ Hoot
I've often wondered how you've been getting along with your treatments. Sorry to hear you're having to go through another procedure. I'll be keeping you (and Melodie) in my prayers.
Murphy
Prayers for all of you
by Slow Hand , Indiana, Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 04:03 (8 days ago) @ Hoot
I’m so sorry you have to go through all of this, physically and mentally. I wish we could be there in person to help, but we are definitely ‘here’ for you. Sending up prayers for mental strength and physical healing for one of my very favorite people in this world! Take care of yourself, Hoot.
will do.
i am in a similar fix with 3 rare diseases that are pretty much severe and unsolveable.
so many treatments, pills, appointments. i really am tired of it. but for my family, especially the little grandkids, i will keep on keeping on as long as i can
will do.
by Hoot , Diversityville, Liberal-sota, Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 13:29 (7 days ago) @ cable
Prayers for you cable. "Keep on keeping on" is all a feller can do sometimes.
Thank you all.
by Hoot , Diversityville, Liberal-sota, Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 13:27 (7 days ago) @ Hoot
I can usually maintain my good humor and attitude but sometimes things build up on a guy. Yesterday was frustrating on a couple of fronts and I decided I needed a bit of help. I have an incredible number of blessings from a very loving (and forgiving) wife and family to the best friends a fellow could ever ask for. I appreciate you all from the bottom of my heart.
Back home now parked in the recliner and just a little sore. A couple days to straighten out and we'll be back to our usual demeanor.
Now, let's talk about guns or hunting or some other fun stuff!
"Procedure" tomorrow and I'd appreciate some cover.
by Dave B , Alamogordo New Mexico, Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 21:56 (7 days ago) @ Hoot
Always Brother.
"Procedure" tomorrow and I'd appreciate some cover.
by Fivegunner , LOWELL Mi., Saturday, January 31, 2026, 05:55 (4 days ago) @ Hoot
Sending prayers Hoot .
My friends
by Sarge , Central Misery, Monday, February 02, 2026, 12:31 (1 day, 7 hours, 1 min. ago) @ Hoot
Finally got a chance to read through this- God's blessings and healing for all of you, particularly Hoot and Cable.
I have a 35 Remington and Ford tractor a year older than me; both still work and that gives me hope ;)
My friends
by Hoot , Diversityville, Liberal-sota, Monday, February 02, 2026, 17:17 (1 day, 2 hours, 15 min. ago) @ Sarge
Thank you Sarge, and all the folks here. In one way or another, you have all blessed me and made me a better man for knowing you. My words fail to express my appreciation beyond that...