https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-im-semi-absent Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 24 Apr 2026 04:28:01 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-im-semi-absent/page/2#post-540025 Mon, 13 Feb 2012 21:44:04 +0000 Inge 540025@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wishing your Mum a very speedy recovery, Suz. We miss you, and are always around when you want to take a breather or need a little distraction:-)</p> <p>Hang in there! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-im-semi-absent/page/2#post-539364 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 21:12:30 +0000 Jem 539364@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So sorry to hear about your mom's injury! I'm glad that you are able to go take care of her. Hopefully she has a speedy recovery! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-im-semi-absent/page/2#post-539359 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 20:57:03 +0000 cheryle (Dianthus) 539359@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, I am so sorry to hear about your mom. I hope she heals quickly and fully.</p> <p>My mom did the exact same thing about two years ago. She was running down the stairs to go ride her elliptical and tripped. She had the boot for about three months but recovered completely. She was 73 at the time. </p> <p>The women from that generation are strong and determined and your mom is lucky that she has you to be there for her. Take care of you too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-im-semi-absent/page/2#post-539346 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 20:19:32 +0000 Mellllls 539346@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>i hope she recovers soon (for both your sakes)!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-im-semi-absent/page/2#post-539343 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 20:14:01 +0000 HelenInCanada 539343@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Aw, I hope your Mom has a quick and safe recovery, Suz! It sounds like you'll be bunkering down as nurse. Make the best of it - and good luck. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-im-semi-absent/page/2#post-539198 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 15:46:49 +0000 Jjsloane 539198@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was wondering where you'd been. Am so sorry to hear about your mom. I echo Janet's comments and can add that I know how it is. I generally have a 3 day rule with my mother (that's the limit of our complete contact before it starts to get ugly), but that rule doesn't apply when there is a need such as this. My mom broke her leg when I was in high school and I had to help her then and it was quite a learning experience for us both. Last Year I had DH in the same boot for an Achilles tendon injury and it was a challenge to be the single parent of little kids and take care of the adult (and myself). Hugs from us all and hopes that the healing progresses, you get a little time to yourself and keep your sense of humor (and the wine) close. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-im-semi-absent/page/2#post-539132 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 14:35:27 +0000 Anonymous 539132@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for checking in; I thought you must just be busy with work, etc. I'm sorry to hear about your mom, and I can really feel for you. Trying to love on my mom is sometimes like going in for a hug with a cactus. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-im-semi-absent/page/2#post-539124 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 14:24:09 +0000 Janet 539124@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh Suz, I'm sorry! I've been in your shoes a couple of times (once after my mom had a fall, no broken bones but a huge contusion and a lot of pain for her, and again after a stroke as she re-acclimated to her home). My mom was a dear sweet person but very demanding in her own way, and it's very hard to be the sole caretaker, I know. </p> <p>Take time for yourself when you can, and yes, a sense of humor goes a long way! Give your mom lots of hugs too. This time with her can be a gift. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-im-semi-absent/page/2#post-539119 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 14:09:59 +0000 ButterflyLady 539119@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, Suz, your poor Mum - sending lots of speedy bone heeling vibes to her, and ((hugs)) to you. I am sure my Mum and I would drive each other mad if something similar happened! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-im-semi-absent/page/2#post-539049 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 08:21:49 +0000 shipskitty 539049@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wishing your Mother a speedy recovery - and you something colourful to wear! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-im-semi-absent/page/2#post-539028 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 07:29:47 +0000 Michelle 539028@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh Suz, I'm so sorry to hear this, and I wish you and your mother all the best. Falls can be so dreadful, but at the end of the day it could have been a whole lot worse! Wishing her a speedy recovery and return to stylish footwear. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-im-semi-absent/page/2#post-539026 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 07:26:03 +0000 AJ 539026@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bless you for being there to take care of your mom. She may not say it, but we all think you're AWESOME!</p> <p>Sending virtual cases of wine your way! Hang in there! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-im-semi-absent/page/2#post-539000 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 05:27:19 +0000 kellygirl 539000@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sending a virtual hug, Suz. Wishing your mom a speedy recovery. Hang in there : ) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-im-semi-absent/page/2#post-538949 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 03:09:21 +0000 Debbie 538949@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your Mom is very lucky to have you . It is very hard to be a caretaker sometimes.<br /> Take care of yourself. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-im-semi-absent/page/2#post-538944 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 03:03:18 +0000 velvetychocolate 538944@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was just wondering this morning where you've been - and I'm sorry to hear about your Mom's broken ankle and foot. </p> <p>Your Mom is very lucky to have a daughter like you to take good care of her. In the meantime, you've got to know that all is well if she's feeling good enough to tease and insult. I know that sounds weird, but last summer - my Mom had a heart attack and I rushed off to go and look after her - and I remember feeling relieved when she started to pick on me a wee bit - that's when I *knew* she was going to be ok after all. </p> <p>It sounds like your Mom is going to be ok - if she's still very interested in fashion and has her usual 'strong' personality - then all is well, despite the current circumstances. </p> <p>It'll all work out. </p> <p>In the meantime, you might want to take a mini-break from caretaking ...a bit of shopping for some brightly coloured accessories or even layering tops will help break up the never-ending-neutrals-challenge that you didn't exactly sign up for. It was supposed to be just one week. </p> <p>I recommend getting your Mom all set up with some good tea/coffee....some nice baked goods and maybe an audiobook and taking off for an hour or two in search of colour. </p> <p>Hang in there, and I have to say once again - your Mom is very lucky to have you in her corner. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-im-semi-absent#post-538924 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 02:48:04 +0000 nancylee 538924@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, Suz! I actually had a feeling something might have happened with your mom when I noticed you weren't around much this week. I am so sorry for the both of you. :(</p> <p>You are a GOOD daughter to help her out. My thoughts and love are with you. And drink all the wine you need this week! </p> <p>All will be well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-im-semi-absent#post-538922 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 02:47:32 +0000 cobaltblue 538922@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh Suz, I'd been wondering about you! All best to your mom and to you.</p> <p>Becky </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-im-semi-absent#post-538895 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 02:24:35 +0000 Suz 538895@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you so much, everyone! What a great place this is. It's so nice to be missed! And I miss all of you, too. </p> <p>Patty, I laughed so hard at your comment! And Alicat, bribing with beer is not far off. I gave her a big glass of wine when we got back from the hospital yesterday (after I had her safe in bed, that is). And gave myself one, too! </p> <p>You're right, Kappy, ankle injuries are really awful. And I do sympathize with her and think she is a real trouper; she is supposed to keep weight off and has a walker for getting to the bathroom. She is legally blind, very frail, and may not even heal from this, but she is trying to keep her spirits up. Part of that involves insulting me....</p> <p>ah well....</p> <p>At least I look fab in my neutrals, LOL! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-im-semi-absent#post-538877 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 02:03:17 +0000 Jaime 538877@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sorry to hear that. Your mother is lucky to have such a devoted daughter. Good luck and full recovery (as we say here) for your mom. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-im-semi-absent#post-538842 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 01:33:46 +0000 Linda 538842@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Do all you can to keep your sense of humor and encourage your Mom to keep hers!!! It is the BEST thing to be able to laugh over something when you're feeling badly and frustrated and tempted to take it out on those close to you. I am so sorry for you and your Mom, and wish that the recovery is speedy and total! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-im-semi-absent#post-538834 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 01:28:03 +0000 Sona 538834@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz..warm hugsand warmest healing wishes to your mom. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-im-semi-absent#post-538831 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 01:25:18 +0000 Freckles 538831@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Take care of yourself Suz.</p> <p>Hope everything goes well for your mom and that you manage to struggle through. Even with the kindest most loving heart it can sometimes be a struggle when they don't feel well and need someone to pit all their angst against. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-im-semi-absent#post-538821 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 01:03:26 +0000 Fruitful 538821@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sorry to hear that Suz! I hope your Mum gets better quickly and that you can make some time for you amongst it all.</p> <p>I just read a comment on Sal's blog that coined a brilliant expression: "Commune with your awesomeness". Perhaps you can use the downtime to do a bit of that? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-im-semi-absent#post-538817 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 00:52:10 +0000 catgirl 538817@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, Suz! Hugs to you and your mom! Thoseare not the kind of boots we like to wear! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-im-semi-absent#post-538811 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 00:31:49 +0000 krishnidoux 538811@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, hugs from me too! I wish your Mom feels better soon. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-im-semi-absent#post-538806 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 00:18:24 +0000 Sveta 538806@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, I am so sorry about that! Broken bones are not fun at any age but especially for elderly.<br /> I wish you mom a speedy recovery. Hold on there!<br /> &lt;HUGS&gt; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-im-semi-absent#post-538791 Sat, 11 Feb 2012 23:45:39 +0000 goldenpig 538791@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hugs Suz, I've been wondering where you are. Hope your mom recovers quickly. And wishing you lots of patience! She sounds pretty spunky! You're a great daughter! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-im-semi-absent#post-538787 Sat, 11 Feb 2012 23:42:10 +0000 Anonymous 538787@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Many hugs, Suz. Maybe you can get her addicted to an ipad and shopping online to take her mind off things. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-im-semi-absent#post-538775 Sat, 11 Feb 2012 23:23:41 +0000 taylor 538775@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, booo!! Poor Mom:(<br /> You are a wonderful daughter! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-im-semi-absent#post-538774 Sat, 11 Feb 2012 23:22:28 +0000 Kappy 538774@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh no, your poor Mom. I spent time in one of those contraptions last summer for a broken ankle or as the docs say a "left medial malleolar tibial fracture" and a "fracture left fibula (lateral malleolar fracture)". What is with those crazy doc words?!?! Is she able to walk on the boot yet? I spent a few days on crutches and wasn't allowed to put *any* weight on my ankle and that was horrible! I do have to say that breaking my ankle is the single most painful thing I have endured...far ahead of childbirth, C-section and open heart surgery on my "painful things I've personally felt" list. </p>