Some of you may have noticed our friend jordandog has not been on for quite awhile. Mid-May I posted in the chains (and later on the chat boards) that I had spoken with Sandy by phone. She was having some family issues and hoped to be back on FT soon.

This morning I received the news that sadly, Sandy's brother, Doug, passed away after a long battle with cancer. Sandy had been by his bedside constantly, acting as his primary caregiver.

On the day of his Memorial Service, June 11th, Sandy fell and broke her tailbone, and spent the next few weeks in full traction in hospital. Those of you that know Sandy, know she already is dealing with severe back problems that has plagued her for years - such bad luck cannot be believed.

She has now been home for only a few days, and is now dealing with not only being in a full body brace, but also strep throat, thus unable to talk much. The brace/cast does not enable her to be on the computer much. She is emotionally and physically exhausted, as well as in an incredible amount of pain. Those of you that know Sandy, know she is a real trouper, a real fighter, rarely complaining about the lot that life has cast her. She is truly a dynamite woman. I, for one, look up to her in awe of her inner strength.

Her friends, neighbours, a nurse, and family are all pitching in to help with the house, garden and her beloved dog, Jordan. She is in good hands on the home front.

Who knows when she will be able to return here, but perhaps some of you may want to leave a message for her so that when she does return, she can read them.

Sandy? Throw away that bad penny, for gawd's sakes, ok? I miss you and want to see you back here again, spreading your wit and wisdom! The place is just not the same without you! Sending you get-well-soon vibes, much love, hugs and other mushy stuff, Mags xxxx

Oh dear, that is awful! Thanks for letting us know, MM.

I'm sorry for your loss, Sandy. And I'm sorry to hear about your medical troubles too. I wish you a speedy recovery and hope to have you back here with us soon! Keeping my fingers crossed for you that everything goes smoothly from now on.

As I told you this morning, Mags -the instant you've got an address or some method to send cards and stuff -let us know, right?
Thank you.

Keep your chin up, jordandog!

Jordandog firstly I`m so very sorry to read of your loss of your brother. That`s such a hard thing to deal with I cannot imagine what you must be feeling and going through.

The medical problems you are having to deal with at such an emotionally draining period of your life are something I can relate to and you have my full sympathy,for what it`s worth. I hope you recover fast and are walking and talking soon, with no more physical pain.

Good luck Jordandog.

Roos.

Sandy, I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother and of your health problems. Please take care of yourself and return to us when you are ready. We will miss you until then, you add so much to both sides of this site.

Hope you feel better soon,
Theresa

Sandy am missing you and hope to see your return sooner rather then later.


Hugs

Gary

Pass my good wishes to her for a speedy recovery.

Jordandog, do take care, try to get better soon. We do miss your wit and thoughts here on Fun Trivia. No more falling on your tail!

Since you are not able to be at the computer for long, maybe you could do a quick print of this thread. That way you could read over and over again just how much you are missed!

My sincere condolences on the loss of your brother, JD. That must have been terrible for you to go through. And, on top of it, to have such a painful accident and so much suffering. As if the emotional pains weren't enough .
Hope you'll get better soon. Take care.

JD, I have missed you so very much on Fun Trivia! I am so sorry about the loss of your brother. Having lost a brother myself I know how heartbreaking it is. You are going to be in my prayers every day until you are well enough to be back with us. Love you!

I am so sorry that bad things have been piling up on you Sandy. Many hugs and hope you'll be well soon.

Sandy, oh Sandy, I am at a loss as to what to say about the loss of your beloved brother. Words can never truly express all that the word condolences mean. Just know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during your time of loss.

You'll find my get well message on our team board when you return, as well as probably heard my worrisome message on your answering machine.

I know you are strong-willed woman, and you will be back to your old self before you know it.

You have no idea how much I miss you my friend, you have been in my prayers for the longest while and will continue to be. You know that I consider you my best friend. Gosh, someone has to keep me sane, yes?

Hopefully, you will enjoy the books that I'll soon be sending.

Just rest and take it one day at a time. I know your family loves you, and it sounds like you have terrific neighbors; plus you have your FT family. Bet you didn't think you would be this missed, eh?

Hugs and best wishes to Sandy xxx

Sending good thoughts to you, Sandy, as you manage this sorrow and physical pain. Be good to yourself - rest and recover well, and then join us again for some fun. Terry has cooked up a bunch of new treats that I'm sure you will enjoy.

I'm very sorry for your loss, Sandy. And I'm sorry to hear about your health problems. Sending you best wishes and I hope you feel better soon.

I'm very sorry to hear this news. Please accept my condolences on your loss, Sandy, and my best wishes for your recovery.

Sandy, my sincere condolences on the loss of your brother. I cannot begin to imagine the pain you must be feeling. And then to top it off with physical pain! I will send loads and loads of thoughts and prayers to you each and every day until you're better, both in body and in spirit.

Sandy - really sorry to hear all this has happened to you - miss ya and hope you're back with your wit and wisdom soon!

Sandy, I am so sorry to hear of everything you've had to endure. We miss you a lot and hope to see you again soon!

So sorry for all your pain JD.:(
Hope to see you back around here soon.
x

My thoughts are with you JD. Hope you are up and about soon, we miss you. Get well soon. x x

Thanks for letting us know Mags, and glad at least we know you're around and hopefully on your way back to health.

Dear Sandy, I am so so sorry to hear of all the sadness and pain. I hope by now you are well on the way to recovery and will be able to come back 'home' soon. Miss you lots.

Dear Sandy,

You're a courageous person in the face of all this trouble. I'm sorry for your loss and wish you health and comfort.

Qp