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A Day of Reflection.....Grateful To Be Alive!  

sexyldy1000 68F  
10139 posts
9/9/2019 12:09 pm
A Day of Reflection.....Grateful To Be Alive!

When you are faced with a life-threatening condition, you have 2 options: You can give up and surrender or you can fight with every fibre of your being. One year ago, for the second time in just over a decade, I chose the latter.

When laying in Emergency, I came ‘this close’ towards crossing over but knew I wasn’t ready. Later, when I was having tests and scans done, a technician said, ‘You must have a guardian angel looking out for you. Not many people survive what you have. But I know you will be OK’. I knew exactly what he meant and those words will resonate forever.

Every day was and is a journey. There was a battery of tests and consultations until a comprehensive diagnosis was made and treatment plan outlined.

After 6 days, I was sent home, knowing more challenges were ahead and new milestones to reach. I was afraid to go to sleep at night, in case I didn’t wake up. I would say out loud, ‘Please let me wake up tomorrow. I am not ready to leave.’

Now, I am less patient. I don’t ‘sweat the small stuff’. I cringe when I hear or read people whining about what I perceive be trivial stuff. Most of the time, I shake ‘my’ head incredulously, bite ‘my’ tongue and hold back from commenting.

I have battled back. I am a long way from where I was a year ago. Not yet a hundred percent but so much closer. Recently the Doctor remarked once again, I am here today because I am a strong, determined and resilient woman.

I don’t usually share such personal information about myself. I decided to do so to remind everyone, not to take anything for granted. Live and appreciate each day of your life, the best you can, as you don’t know, if there will be a tomorrow.




sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
9/9/2019 12:13 pm

Do you take time to reflect and focus on the positive?


HermanG67 56M
8464 posts
9/9/2019 12:21 pm

Very day is a blessing in my life.... this is a great post, thank you for sharing it with us


bbuckwwheat 65M
6265 posts
9/9/2019 12:24 pm

I am glad that I discovered your blog and that you are still blogging. Continue to work on your recovery. I look forward to reading more of your blog.

Private mailbox at my blog bbuckwwheat
Fayette, Iowa


redrockrascal 65M
23580 posts
9/9/2019 12:49 pm

Good to hear you're doing better. My 2 cents
1. Most of the time, I shake my head incredulously, bite my tongue and hold back from commenting. Don't hold back from commenting, it can release the stress of being around stupid people.
2. Remain a strong, determined and resilient woman.

When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro.

The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.


_IKanCu2_ 105M

9/9/2019 12:49 pm


Tomorrow never come*z, and Yesterday never will.
All in it*z Time, all in it*z Place, all for a Reason.



There is nothing to fear, YU are proving that.



Do YU like to read ?


RavenGB 63M
1430 posts
9/9/2019 12:50 pm

Certainly,nthe right attitude. We are all mortal and must never take those we love for granted. I wish you the best recovery possible.


Makeitpercolate 63M

9/9/2019 12:54 pm

Thank you for sharing your personal journey. Wish you the best!


Jdeese_4fun 45M

9/9/2019 1:25 pm

Amazing story. Inspirational! Never give up sexy lady!


easy_going2014 57M
14366 posts
9/9/2019 1:27 pm

Hi sexyldy1000

thanks for sharing your story

like you, I take time to reflect on life

I do count those blessings

in an instant everything can change

you've fought everything in your life head on

there are things I still want to do

I tell the people that "know" me that I have lived a full life

and, when my time comes, don't be sad for me

but, I still want more, and pay i forward with people by telling them how good they have it compared to less fortunate people

just when I think I have it bad, all I have to do is look around to remind myself how good I have it

at work I put post it notes to remind me of being positive, of staying in the moment, of paying it forward, of smiling to make someone happy

but, that's just me

have a wonderful week

hmm

Camila Cabello - "Havana"

Hey
Havana, ooh na-na (ay)
Half of my heart is in Havana, ooh-na-na (ay, ay)
He took me back to East Atlanta, na-na-na
Oh, but my heart is in Havana (ay)
There's somethin' 'bout his manners (uh huh)
Havana, ooh na-na (uh)
He didn't walk up with that "how you doin'?" (uh)
(When he came in the room)
He said there's a lot of girls I can do with (uh)
(But I can't without you)
I knew him forever in a minute (hey)
(That summer night in June)
And papa says he got malo in him (uh)
He got me feelin' like
Ooh-ooh-ooh, I knew it when I met him
I loved him when I left him
Got me feelin' like
Ooh-ooh-ooh, and then I had to tell him
I had to go, oh na-na-na-na-na

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senssual_touch 66M
40 posts
9/9/2019 2:09 pm

Wonderful story, each day is oh so precious, we need to keep reminding ourselves . Thanks


Tmptrzz 61F  
107039 posts
9/9/2019 2:34 pm

You are a very strong lady, and you know that god doesn't give us things to deal with unless he knows we can handle them. I wish you all the best my friend and stay on that great road to recovery as you are almost there to making a full recovery and your doctor is right you couldn't of done it if you weren't such a resilient and strong lady. I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers always my friend.. I hope you enjoy the rest of your day..

Seduce the mind and see what a wonderful adventure the body will take you on..


Paulxx001 66M
22642 posts
9/9/2019 5:11 pm

I understand where you are coming from.
I've almost been there...
Life is short, isn't it?
You're inner monologue is better than mine
I'm on the precipice of telling some of them to fuck off.
But.. . what's the point of that?


mc_justmc 63M

9/9/2019 6:27 pm

When I had my 2nd heart attack, laying on the table as they were taking my clothes off, I couldn't think of anything I had left to accomplish. I felt calm and ready to go if it was my time. The morphine may have had something to do with that.


resant78 45M  
3326 posts
9/9/2019 6:33 pm

very wise words!

I hope you continue recovering!


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
9/9/2019 9:38 pm

    Quoting HermanG67:
    Very day is a blessing in my life.... this is a great post, thank you for sharing it with us
It was difficult for me to share so I am glad that you enjoyed it.


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
9/9/2019 9:40 pm

    Quoting bbuckwwheat:
    I am glad that I discovered your blog and that you are still blogging. Continue to work on your recovery. I look forward to reading more of your blog.
Thanks for the encouraging words. I have come a long way and each day is a gift.


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
9/9/2019 9:41 pm

    Quoting  :

Yes I agree one hundred percent! Thank your for your positive words.


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
9/9/2019 9:43 pm

    Quoting redrockrascal:
    Good to hear you're doing better. My 2 cents
    1. Most of the time, I shake my head incredulously, bite my tongue and hold back from commenting. Don't hold back from commenting, it can release the stress of being around stupid people.
    2. Remain a strong, determined and resilient woman.
I find my inner monologue slipping more and more. I find stress relief in other ways . It may sound like a cliché but what hasn't killed me, has made me stronger.


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
9/9/2019 9:45 pm

    Quoting _IKanCu2_:

    Tomorrow never come*z, and Yesterday never will.
    All in it*z Time, all in it*z Place, all for a Reason.



    There is nothing to fear, YU are proving that.


    Do YU like to read ?
Thank you for stopping by and offering your unique perspective. Yes I am an avid reader, visit the library every 21 days and take out 10-12 books each time.


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
9/9/2019 9:46 pm

    Quoting RavenGB:
    Certainly,nthe right attitude. We are all mortal and must never take those we love for granted. I wish you the best recovery possible.
Thank you for your kind words of encouragement.


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
9/9/2019 9:47 pm

    Quoting Makeitpercolate:
    Thank you for sharing your personal journey. Wish you the best!
It was difficult for me to share it so publicly. However, if it can encourage someone else, then it was worth it.


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
9/9/2019 9:48 pm

    Quoting Jdeese_4fun:
    Amazing story. Inspirational! Never give up sexy lady!
No, not amazing but it is 'MY' story. Giving up is not in my vocabulary.


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
9/9/2019 9:51 pm

    Quoting easy_going2014:
    Hi sexyldy1000

    thanks for sharing your story

    like you, I take time to reflect on life

    I do count those blessings

    in an instant everything can change

    you've fought everything in your life head on

    there are things I still want to do

    I tell the people that "know" me that I have lived a full life

    and, when my time comes, don't be sad for me

    but, I still want more, and pay i forward with people by telling them how good they have it compared to less fortunate people

    just when I think I have it bad, all I have to do is look around to remind myself how good I have it

    at work I put post it notes to remind me of being positive, of staying in the moment, of paying it forward, of smiling to make someone happy

    but, that's just me

    have a wonderful week

    hmm

    Camila Cabello - "Havana"

    Hey
    Havana, ooh na-na (ay)
    Half of my heart is in Havana, ooh-na-na (ay, ay)
    He took me back to East Atlanta, na-na-na
    Oh, but my heart is in Havana (ay)
    There's somethin' 'bout his manners (uh huh)
    Havana, ooh na-na (uh)
    He didn't walk up with that "how you doin'?" (uh)
    (When he came in the room)
    He said there's a lot of girls I can do with (uh)
    (But I can't without you)
    I knew him forever in a minute (hey)
    (That summer night in June)
    And papa says he got malo in him (uh)
    He got me feelin' like
    Ooh-ooh-ooh, I knew it when I met him
    I loved him when I left him
    Got me feelin' like
    Ooh-ooh-ooh, and then I had to tell him
    I had to go, oh na-na-na-na-na
Thank you Easy for sharing your perspective. Staying positive has a direct affect on the quality of life we have. I have seen first hand, what happens when people give up,


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
9/9/2019 9:53 pm

    Quoting  :

Thank you Jack. I do feel blessed and know HE wasn't ready for me yet.


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
9/9/2019 9:54 pm

    Quoting senssual_touch:
    Wonderful story, each day is oh so precious, we need to keep reminding ourselves . Thanks
It should be everyone's mantra. Live each day as if it was your last.


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
9/9/2019 10:02 pm

    Quoting mc_justmc:
    When I had my 2nd heart attack, laying on the table as they were taking my clothes off, I couldn't think of anything I had left to accomplish. I felt calm and ready to go if it was my time. The morphine may have had something to do with that.
A calmness and sense of peace does occur when you are on the brink of crossing over. Morphine is a powerful drug... I have seen people having hallucinations that were unlike any others.


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
9/9/2019 10:06 pm

    Quoting Tmptrzz:
    You are a very strong lady, and you know that god doesn't give us things to deal with unless he knows we can handle them. I wish you all the best my friend and stay on that great road to recovery as you are almost there to making a full recovery and your doctor is right you couldn't of done it if you weren't such a resilient and strong lady. I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers always my friend.. I hope you enjoy the rest of your day..
Yes, I also believe that God doesn't give us more than we can handle. I am certainly a testament to that! Thank you for your positive thoughts and support.


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
9/9/2019 10:14 pm

    Quoting Paulxx001:
    I understand where you are coming from.
    I've almost been there...
    Life is short, isn't it?
    You're inner monologue is better than mine
    I'm on the precipice of telling some of them to fuck off.
    But.. . what's the point of that?
Trust me...my inner monologue struggles to stay contained. Slide over and make room for me on that precipice. I have said aloud, things I never would have in the past.


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
9/10/2019 5:02 am

    Quoting mamacita38dd:
    Every single day i try my friend, facing things in life is hard sometimes but necessary! You are fighter my friend, never give up, you are in my thoughts and prayers
Agree. Life is not always a bed of roses and full of sunshine and rainbows. However, those of us who choose to be strong and positive, are the winners. Thank you for your support and good wishes.


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
9/10/2019 6:52 am

    Quoting  :

Thank you for stopping by and commenting. It was a difficult choice to share this highly personal story. However, the positivity and support has been gratifying. And if it benefits anyone else, it was more than worth it.


pocogato12 71F  
37235 posts
9/10/2019 7:47 am

Many of are resilient beyond anything we have ever known. Hang onto it and keep climbing. TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE IT

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sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
9/10/2019 8:17 am

    Quoting pocogato12:
    Many of are resilient beyond anything we have ever known. Hang onto it and keep climbing. TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE IT
Yes, I know I am not alone in having overcome obstacles and odds that were not in my favour. There is an unique bond and kinship with others who have been through something similar, that those who haven’t, simply cannot understand.


FMAOPLS 70F
27112 posts
9/10/2019 10:25 am

I apparently had a "near death" experience, where the Dr. said if I'd been 20 minutes later getting to the hospital I wouldn't have made it. I can't help but think, "if I'd been on the phone with the Provincial Nurse Self-Help Line" just a bit longer, or waited to call them", I wouldn't have been able to drive myself to the hospital emergency room. And I might have killed someone else, on the way there.

Unfortunately, I didn't even recall him saying it at the time, and was only made aware of it 17 years after the surgery that apparently saved me - when my sister told me the story.

I still haven't "wrapped my head around it". Thanks for reminding me that we "just never know", and we have to make the most of every minute we are given.

I'm SO glad you made it through, OK.

Check out my profile or and become a "watcher" of my blog FMAOPLS,to learn more about me, and for intelligent, lively, smartassy and fun discussion, with a little irreverence thrown in. "Like" or comment on my photos, and I promise I'll add more. Thanks.


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
9/10/2019 10:43 am

    Quoting FMAOPLS:
    I apparently had a "near death" experience, where the Dr. said if I'd been 20 minutes later getting to the hospital I wouldn't have made it. I can't help but think, "if I'd been on the phone with the Provincial Nurse Self-Help Line" just a bit longer, or waited to call them", I wouldn't have been able to drive myself to the hospital emergency room. And I might have killed someone else, on the way there.

    Unfortunately, I didn't even recall him saying it at the time, and was only made aware of it 17 years after the surgery that apparently saved me - when my sister told me the story.

    I still haven't "wrapped my head around it". Thanks for reminding me that we "just never know", and we have to make the most of every minute we are given.

    I'm SO glad you made it through, OK.
Thank you for stopping by and sharing your experience. I had heard about the tunnel of bright light that beckons you to cross over but wasn’t sure if I believed it. My thoughts about it have been forever changed and I am grateful for each and every day.


proteus_2a 58M
7979 posts
9/12/2019 12:10 am

Thanks for confiding in us my lady
Keep being strong , and amaze us !

Cheers - P


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
9/12/2019 3:23 am

    Quoting proteus_2a:
    Thanks for confiding in us my lady
    Keep being strong , and amaze us !

    Cheers - P
Thank you for your kind words. I felt that my potential discomfort in sharing 'my story' was worth it if it touched at least one other person.


kzoopair 72M/71F
25831 posts
9/12/2019 10:52 am

I did have a near death experience but I was too out of it to realize any epiphanies. That did come later though. I was feeling pretty sick when it occurred to me that some people spend their whole lives in that kind of pain and I was only feeling it for the first time. It definitely puts things in perspective.

A very thoughtful post, sexy.

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sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
9/12/2019 10:57 am

    Quoting kzoopair:
    I did have a near death experience but I was too out of it to realize any epiphanies. That did come later though. I was feeling pretty sick when it occurred to me that some people spend their whole lives in that kind of pain and I was only feeling it for the first time. It definitely puts things in perspective.

    A very thoughtful post, sexy.
Thank you for stopping by and sharing your story. Sometimes these type of 'wake up' calls, change our perspectives and lives forever.


MrRareity 64M  
4589 posts
9/12/2019 3:37 pm

I am glad that you decided to hang on. I don't know what happened to you but I'm glad that you are better. How right you are on fighting or giving up. As an RN in a high acuity Medical ICU I have seen it myself. Many people on the site are agnostic and that's okay. I do believe in a higher power and I think that if it's not our time and we fight he helps us in our fight to live. May you have many more years!! John

We have two lives, and the second begins when we realise we have only one - Confucious


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
9/12/2019 4:20 pm

    Quoting MrRareity:
    I am glad that you decided to hang on. I don't know what happened to you but I'm glad that you are better. How right you are on fighting or giving up. As an RN in a high acuity Medical ICU I have seen it myself. Many people on the site are agnostic and that's okay. I do believe in a higher power and I think that if it's not our time and we fight he helps us in our fight to live. May you have many more years!! John
Thank you for sharing your experience. You do know first hand, what I was referring to. My Father believed that the day we are born, our end date is determined. I have no plans to hasten that date.


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
9/18/2019 4:34 pm

    Quoting  :

Once you have been through it and find others who also have, there’s an instant ‘sisterhood’ that others simply don’t understand. Thank you for stopping by and commenting.


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
9/21/2019 8:50 pm

    Quoting resant78:
    very wise words!

    I hope you continue recovering!
My apologies for not acknowledging your well wishes. Thank you for stopping by.


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
9/23/2019 4:42 am

Do not mistake me for now being fragile. Some may think this is a cliche, but ‘what doesn’t kill you, makes you stronger’. Nothing or no one, will hold be back.


Maineguy4galpal 62M
28 posts
9/27/2019 12:04 pm

Thanks for making me stop and take time out of my day to reflect on my good fortunes.........
Wishing the continued strength and positive outlook..........


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
9/27/2019 2:10 pm

    Quoting Maineguy4galpal:
    Thanks for making me stop and take time out of my day to reflect on my good fortunes.........
    Wishing the continued strength and positive outlook..........
Thank you for stopping by. Your words are the reason I overcame my reluctance to share ‘my’ story.


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
10/2/2019 4:28 am

Funny, how so many, including my ‘watchers’, drop by, take a peek and say nothing. Did I scare you off? I am almost 100%....not dead yet!


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
10/6/2019 6:37 pm

    Quoting  :

Thanks for stopping by and taking a peek. Good wishes are always appreciated.


nola4lifers 49M
25 posts
10/7/2019 10:27 am

always something that just stops me and makes realize the good things...


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
10/7/2019 12:21 pm

    Quoting nola4lifers:
    always something that just stops me and makes realize the good things...
Agree. It’s important that we all stop and do that and cherish each day for the blessing that it is. Thanks 🙏 for stopping by.


JokerAl2 45M  
25 posts
10/25/2019 4:24 am

Nicely written


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
10/25/2019 5:11 am

Thank you. It was the most personal item I have posted. You are welcome to stop by anytime.


Avonsenior 70M
1458 posts
11/7/2019 8:12 am

Good Luck and A wish for Good health in your future.
We lost our daughter years ago. Had fought the disease with all that we could muster
From that time forward I have understood that every day is what you make of it. And it is very frustrating to see other people put things off or worry and complain about petty things
Good Luck on your future and I intend to read more of your blog


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
11/7/2019 7:54 pm

    Quoting Avonsenior:
    Good Luck and A wish for Good health in your future.
    We lost our daughter years ago. Had fought the disease with all that we could muster
    From that time forward I have understood that every day is what you make of it. And it is very frustrating to see other people put things off or worry and complain about petty things
    Good Luck on your future and I intend to read more of your blog
I am sorry for your loss.
Thank you for stopping by and sharing your story.
For me, this blog was the most personal that I have shared.
You are welcome to stop by anytime.


SeaGirlFL 60F
9220 posts
11/14/2019 7:11 pm

Definitely a good reminder...we don't know what lies ahead...and appreciating what we have is so important.

"Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is relax." – Mark Black


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
11/14/2019 8:07 pm

    Quoting SeaGirlFL:
    Definitely a good reminder...we don't know what lies ahead...and appreciating what we have is so important.
Definitely agree with your comment. Thank you for stopping by.


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
11/16/2019 3:25 pm

    Quoting  :

Age often has nothing to do with it. Although, we usually appreciate life and all it’s blessings as we get older. Perhaps it’s because of the effort and life we have lived to that point.
Thanks for stopping by and for your encouragement. I am definitely over the worst!


Morningstar6006 43M  
1 post
11/18/2019 12:47 pm

very inspiring story! hope your doing well and meeting great people on here...!


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
11/18/2019 1:47 pm

    Quoting Morningstar6006:
    very inspiring story! hope your doing well and meeting great people on here...!
Thank you for your kind words. I am a long way from where I was a year ago! I decided to share my story to inspire others.


love2eatpussyx 54M

12/7/2019 3:33 pm

the human spirit is such an amazing thing,,, stay positive


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
12/7/2019 4:40 pm

    Quoting love2eatpussyx:
    the human spirit is such an amazing thing,,, stay positive
It is indeed! I have no choice but to stay positive...the alternative is simply not an option! Thank you for stopping by and commenting.


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
1/29/2020 2:22 am

    Quoting grampaakela2:
    Diagnosed with Prostate Cancer in Aug. 2008 and surgery in Nov 2008...I beleive that I have an idea of the troubles that you have faced. In the 11-½ years since - I've had 2 series of Radiation treatments and one series of Hormone treatments. 'Low PSA' levels for the moment. My partner cut me off at the first diagnoses and she has not relented since. Our last time making love was in early August 2008. I joined A.F.F. in 2016. But very little response. I'm over the 50's...but still passionate, still a huge fan of giving cunnilingus and kisses, caresses, cuddles and care. I would love to meet you and see how well we match in all areas: sexual, social, philosophically. Making love is so much more than sex. grampaakela at g mail dot com.
We all have our own unique story. Thanks for stopping by and sharing yours. Best wishes in your ongoing adventures.


hornee_2 72M
2150 posts
2/23/2020 7:23 am

Living a similar story. Happy and thankful to wake up every new day.


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
2/23/2020 11:14 am

    Quoting hornee_2:
    Living a similar story. Happy and thankful to wake up every new day.
Those of us who have, share a special kinship.
Thank you for stopping by and commenting.


a9to5drivey 52M
116 posts
2/24/2020 10:31 am

Thank you!! I too am going through personal struggles, and your words literally motivated me!

I wish you continued success getting better


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
2/24/2020 11:23 am

    Quoting a9to5drivey:
    Thank you!! I too am going through personal struggles, and your words literally motivated me!

    I wish you continued success getting better
I was hesitant to share my personal story. However, hearing it struck a chord with others, made it all worthwhile. I should do an update. Best wishes in your journey.


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