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I've been reading the forums hor over an hour about lost loves.....health issues.....current events in the Middle East.....etc. It's all so very sad and depressing. I don't know what to say. I'm very happy for those who have found happiness and true friendships here.......sad for those who are experiencing hard times. I guess I'm just feeling sorry for myself and on the 'pity pot' today......wondering when my time for real happiness will come. A few of you I have talked with about my problems and issues I face on a daily basis. Many of you see me as a wise cracker and a person who is always funny and upbeat. The truth is......I feel so lost and alone with my problems......maybe it's just time for me to take a break from these forums and trying to make friends here and try to find myself first.

An Act of Kindness for a Broken Heart...

My husband, Hanoch, and I wrote a book Acts of Kindness: How to Create a Kindness Revolution, which has generated much interest across America. This story was shared with us by an anonymous caller during a radio talk show in Chicago.

"Hi, Mommy, what are you doing?" asked Susie.

"I'm making a casserole for Mrs. Smith next door," said her mother.

"Why?" asked Susie, who was only six years old.

"Because Mrs. Smith is very sad; she lost her daughter and she has a broken heart. We need to take care of her for a little while."

"Why, Mommy?"

"You see, Susie, when someone is very, very sad, they have trouble doing the little things like making dinner or other chores. Because we're part of a community and Mrs. Smith is our neighbor, we need to do some things to help her. Mrs. Smith won't ever be able to talk with her daughter or hug her or do all those wonderful things that mommies and daughters do together. You are a very smart girl, Susie; maybe you'll think of some way to help take care of Mrs. Smith."

Susie thought seriously about this challenge and how she could do her part in caring for Mrs. Smith. A few minutes later, Susie knocked on her door. After a few moments Mrs. Smith answered the knock with a "Hi, Susie."

Susie noticed that Mrs. Smith didn't have that familiar musical quality about her voice when she greeted someone.

Mrs. Smith also looked as though she might have been crying because her eyes were watery and swollen."What can I do for you, Susie?" asked Mrs. Smith.

"My mommy says that you lost your daughter and you're very, very sad with a broken heart." Susie held her hand out shyly. In it was a Band-Aid. "This is for your broken heart." Mrs. Smith gasped, choking back her tears. She knelt down and hugged Susie. Through her tears she said, "Thank you, darling girl, this will help a lot."

Mrs. Smith accepted Susie's act of kindness and took it one step further. She purchased a small key ring with a plexiglass picture frame -- the ones designed to carry keys and proudly display a family portrait at the same time. Mrs. Smith placed Susie's Band-Aid in the frame to remind herself to heal a little every time she sees it. She wisely knows that healing takes time and support. It has become her symbol for healing, while not forgetting the joy and love she experienced with her daughter.

Meladee McCarty


Can I get you a band-aid? Here take a tissue

First of all.....I'd like to thank those of you who offered your help and support during this past week or so. On top of being sick again, I think I was finally feeling the true impact of my aunts death just one month ago. She raised me and 2 of my brothers from the time we were babies, so she has always been more like a mother to me and I love her so much.

I have taken this time to reflect on my life and the daily problems I face with my illness. I took a good look at how fortunate I am to have 4 wonderful and healthy children and 3 grandchildren, as well as all my brothers and sisters and friends who truly care about me and my well being. And once again I had to slap myself and say 'What the hell is wrong with you?' 'Life is not always a bowl of cherries, so get off the pity pot and thank God every day for what you do have instead of moaning about what you don't have'.

As I have said in my profile, I am female, Irish, Catholic, and a Capricorn.......which makes me prone to be a fighter and stubborn at times. I have had MS for nearly 15 years now and dealt with it. And I refuse to allow it to get the best of me now!

So please forgive me for my moment of weakness. I'm getting back to my old self again and looking forward to joining you all back in the forums for fun and laughter.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!!!!! to all of you and your families. I hope your holidays are both safe and happy.

Special wishes and thanks to Cris and Pat

First of all.....I'd like to thank those of you who offered your help and support during this past week or so. On top of being sick again, I think I was finally feeling the true impact of my aunts death just one month ago. She raised me and 2 of my brothers from the time we were babies, so she has always been more like a mother to me and I love her so much.

I have taken this time to reflect on my life and the daily problems I face with my illness. I took a good look at how fortunate I am to have 4 wonderful and healthy children and 3 grandchildren, as well as all my brothers and sisters and friends who truly care about me and my well being. And once again I had to slap myself and say 'What the hell is wrong with you?' 'Life is not always a bowl of cherries, so get off the pity pot and thank God every day for what you do have instead of moaning about what you don't have'.

As I have said in my profile, I am female, Irish, Catholic, and a Capricorn.......which makes me prone to be a fighter and stubborn at times. I have had MS for nearly 15 years now and dealt with it. And I refuse to allow it to get the best of me now!

So please forgive me for my moment of weakness. I'm getting back to my old self again and looking forward to joining you all back in the forums for fun and laughter.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!!!!! to all of you and your families. I hope your holidays are both safe and happy.

Special wishes and thanks to Cris and Pat

First of all.....I'd like to thank those of you who offered your help and support during this past week or so. On top of being sick again, I think I was finally feeling the true impact of my aunts death just one month ago. She raised me and 2 of my brothers from the time we were babies, so she has always been more like a mother to me and I love her so much.

I have taken this time to reflect on my life and the daily problems I face with my illness. I took a good look at how fortunate I am to have 4 wonderful and healthy children and 3 grandchildren, as well as all my brothers and sisters and friends who truly care about me and my well being. And once again I had to slap myself and say 'What the hell is wrong with you?' 'Life is not always a bowl of cherries, so get off the pity pot and thank God every day for what you do have instead of moaning about what you don't have'.

As I have said in my profile, I am female, Irish, Catholic, and a Capricorn.......which makes me prone to be a fighter and stubborn at times. I have had MS for nearly 15 years now and dealt with it. And I refuse to allow it to get the best of me now!

So please forgive me for my moment of weakness. I'm getting back to my old self again and looking forward to joining you all back in the forums for fun and laughter.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!!!!! to all of you and your families. I hope your holidays are both safe and happy.

Special wishes and thanks to Cris and Pat