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#1 ·
Does anyone know if Dave is Ok

He doesn’t seem to have posted for a while and that’s not like him

Sandra
 
#2 ·
I do seem to remember him saying they were going off for a while. So don't panic just yet Sandra.

Ray.
 
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You misunderstood me Jean, he gave Sandra a like, it was easy to check back because he was following her thread.

It is very strange he was active 2 days ago, in other words he logged in, but didn't post on any thread, maybe he has internet problems.
 
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If he logged in then he's fine, leave the poor bloke alone.
 
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I'm alive and kicking, so you can all relax.

We took the MH to our daughter innthe Charente Maritime, staying in the MH rather than the house for various reasons including the simple fact that Bordeaux, 30 minutes South of her, is a RED zone i.e. equivalent to Liverpool...... like Paris, or Marseille..... so as the two children are in school 4 days a week (no school on Wednesdays) we felt it advisable to stay outside over the nights, but the temperature dropped to around 2C.......

Couldn't use the MH heating 'cos Bob sleeps under our bed and detests the hot air and associated noise - he migrates up onto our bed and pinches most of it by laying sideways.

The tablet was in the MH 24/7 and their internet doesn't stretch that far AFAIK, so if I logged in, I was unaware of it.

We are both well, but will be away again from 31/10 until 05/11 at the same place while MrsW takes her to a Rouen for medical treatment...... its only 600km each way and Rouen has a 2100 to 0600 curfew..... I am staying at their house, in the MH again to look after the boys.....

Information overload I know, but hopefully that will explain erratic apparent logging in - not guilty....

But, thanks for the concerns expressed by you all. Greatly appreciated.
 
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Gosh, take great care Dave as you point out your dallying in RED zones.
We are trying to stay away from any high infection locations inc Caen.

Ray.
 
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Don't worry, Sandra, if I catch CoVid I will tell everyone early on, cos my chances of survival are NOT high, neither are MrsW's sadly but we have to support that daughter - the only one in France, and she has now been off work for 7 months in severe pain and takes morphine several times a day on prescription........

So, we really have no option but to take her to Rouen - the NEAREST of only two that do that treatment, she cannot go by train as it would require spending time in Paris and changing stations there - not recommended or approved by the medical organisation. In theory she could have an ambulance as she cannot drive at present. But, that would be someone she does not know at all and French driving standards can cause serious concern at times (most of the time, that is).

As Sandra has said, you support your children in any way that you can (while wearing masks in public areas etc. etc.........).
 
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Dave


I am glad the gang found you on-line and OK



I am sorry your daughter is suffering so much, but pleased to know you are doing what you can for her.


Is your wife able to use the MH for that long journey, just to give some breaks for coffee/snacks and even to stay over so as not to do return in one day, or is that not possible for your daughter?


Keep your support going.


Keep us in the loop when time permits.


Geoff
 
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Dave

I am glad the gang found you on-line and OK

I am sorry your daughter is suffering so much, but pleased to know you are doing what you can for her.

Is your wife able to use the MH for that long journey, just to give some breaks for coffee/snacks and even to stay over so as not to do return in one day, or is that not possible for your daughter?

Keep your support going.

Keep us in the loop when time permits.

Geoff
She is taking the car for ease of driving as well as costs, up on a Sunday (few lorries) back late on Wednesday with luck....

Very difficult as she has two young boys, one if whom is a REAL challenge - possible ADHD being looked at, this is not normally looked at in France until older than 11, like dyslexia and similar problems, he is aged 7 so this shows the severity...

Lots of other problems, hence our concerns and involvement.
 
#23 ·
Sorry to hear all this Dave, try to keep your spirits up, and stay safe.

Kev n Liz.
 
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That's not so good news Dave - or maybe it is in that she might find some insight into the cause of her problems. I do hope so. Chronic pain at that level must be so debilitating.

Keep safe. I know with your and Lesley's backgrounds you'll be taking every possible precaution.
 
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Dave try not to worry, I know it’s easier said than done

We too had problems with our grandchild if you remember and she’s coming out well at the other side, she’s almost 15 now can you believe it ?

Lesley will cope she always does and so will you, concentrate on your daughter, kids are resilient, in some ways much more than we are , must be something we grow out of rather than into

Hoping whatever your daughters problem is they find a way to sort out her pain

You know where we are

Sandra and Albert
 
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No, the treatment is during three clinic sessions, no in-hospital stay, which reduces the risks. They have found accommodation within walking distance (if she is up to it) and will be at the clinic inside the curfew restrictions, just.

I am sure the medics there will be well aware of the restrictions and will ensure compliance, after her timetabled Wednesday morning session, theyvwill hopefully leave after an early lunch for the 600 km drive back (mainly autoroute or dual carriageway), MrsW will be doing the driving and theyvwill stop if they are not happy. My daughter's tolerance of travelling and sitting in the car are, of course, unknowns at present, but due to taking morphine she cannot drive under any circumstances. So unless the treatment has been spectacularly successful (which all of us doubt), that is the situation they are facing.

I, meanwhile, will be surrogate mother taking the boys to school and trying to ensure that they eat properly, watching their football practices (yawn) and actually getting them out of bed, probably.

Father also has problems, including mental health so my involvement is essential.......

Fortunately, the boys behave better for me than either parent - I am obviously a terrifying figure as Sandra can testify.....
 
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Dave


Thanks for taking the time to keep us briefed, helps us to understand what you all are going through, for which you have my sympathies and probably from many others reading this thread.


You certainly seem to have your hands full and so have your daughter and your wife.


Wishing your daughter well fo her treatment and a safe journey for both of them.


I for one will be watching for news.


Good wishes.


Geoff
 
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That was very common during Parents Evenings.....

"Your son /daughter is excellent, always tidies up and is very willing to help."

"I wish they were like that at home.... one grunt answers, never clears their place, clothes hung up on the floor and their bedroom is an absolute tip !"

My answer was normally something like; " Which would you prefer ? Excellent at home and atrocious at school or the reverse ?"

The answer was always the same......
 
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