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Post by quoll on Dec 8, 2006 7:48:10 GMT
...need an I just thread. My DH just came in and told me that the 92 yr old man who lives next door got killed yesterday crossing the major road in Canberra. I feel sick. He was a very independent, still walking well and quite energetic 92 year old and was probably crossing that road because the deficient public servants who run the bus routes, reorganized the bus routes so that to visit his doctor took a good part of the day. I cannot believe it. I feel so sorry for his wife, she has Alzheimers and the last time he came over to our place it was to show us the cards from the Queen, the Prime Minister and the Governor General to celebrate their diamond wedding anniversary! This is the second time in 30 years for us. An elderly neighbour was knocked off his bike and killed when we lived in Bristol. I am so sad  |
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Post by sevensisters on Dec 8, 2006 13:31:16 GMT
quoll, I'm so sorry about your sad news. What a terrible thing to happen. As you say his wife is not well, I hope there is family there to help her. Alzheimers is such a terrible disease. My condolences to his family and friends, and especially to you. Keep your chin up, luv!
7sisters
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Post by Tinkerdog on Dec 8, 2006 15:07:17 GMT
I, too, am sorry and they are in my prayers. I have been very blessed in my small world and hearing these type stories bring reality home who take much for granted. If nothing else, they had a beautiful long life together and maybe alzheimers will lessen the devastation to his wife - and they have wonderful neighbors who will look out for them. Do take care!
Tinkerdog
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Post by hammy56 on Dec 8, 2006 15:50:44 GMT
How very sad. i am sorry for all concerned. j
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Post by britfan2 on Dec 8, 2006 17:07:28 GMT
I am going to be depressed for the rest of the day now! I hate when people lose their lives because of the ineptness of others.
This happened a few miles from me, to a friend's grandfather & a few others as well, & finally they put up stop signs, all up & down the street to slow the drivers down. It worked.
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Post by mcr5137 on Dec 8, 2006 18:10:39 GMT
Quoll.......so sorry to hear your news. I will keep all concerned in my thoughts and prayers. My grandmother had Alzheimer's for 10 years, it's a horrible disease, she didn't even realize when my Grandad died, which was really a blessing.
Take care, my dear!
Michelle
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Post by GreenEyesToo on Dec 8, 2006 19:17:37 GMT
Oh, quoll, I am so sorry to hear this - this is the last thing you need right now.
Let me reach out and give you a great big cyber
(((((((HUG)))))))
GE2
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Post by quoll on Dec 8, 2006 19:38:22 GMT
Thanks for the hugs, I needed them!!!!!
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Post by britfan2 on Dec 8, 2006 21:52:57 GMT
Can I have a hug too? |
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Post by ree on Dec 9, 2006 0:11:52 GMT
Quoll, I'm sorry also.... This round of hugs for all is on me  |
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Post by Shecreature on Dec 10, 2006 4:52:24 GMT
((((((quoll)))))) how devastating.. our elderly are treasures to us.. if something like that happened here there'd be a mass riot!! take care of yourself and hold your loved ones close!!.. and send your love into the future where a better day awaits.. much love xxx
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Post by GreenEyesToo on Jan 6, 2007 5:53:00 GMT
...had a fantastic couple of days, having a Rufus-fest! I've listened to/watched:
some Dr Syn
Higher Love
Extreme Ops
Dirty Weekend
Gone to Seed
Legend of Zorro
The Holiday
Right, when's the next DVD release?? (This obsession needs feeding, I tell you! ;D )
Although, I haven't watched Helen of Troy yet, and I could always (always) re-watch Charles II........
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Post by uncorked on Jan 8, 2007 17:31:06 GMT
I just watched Higher Lover over the weekend also!!!.....The Illusionist is releasing tomorrow in the US.......I can't believe you haven't watched Helen of Troy ---you must watch it! --He looks amazing
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Post by pattirose on Jan 8, 2007 19:10:35 GMT
I saw The Illusionist yesterday and really really enjoyed it. Ruf's part seemed small but it was ever so memorable as are all of his roles! If anyone has missed it try and see it - it's worth it if just for that one scene towards the end. I won't say more as I don't want to spoil it for anyone.
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Post by GreenEyesToo on Jan 10, 2007 21:51:49 GMT
I can't believe you haven't watched Helen of Troy ---you must watch it! --He looks amazing I just have (well, last night)! And he did! (And I'm guessing Higher Love/Uncorked is your favourite of his, going by your username? ) GE2 |
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