As a registered Norfolk healer... Danuta I'm joining you in focusing on Shirley's well being...and ability to find her own inner strength...to allow healing to take place. No need to ask for feedback...all is well.
And so it is.
I will practice a meditation the main element of which is to imagine the person at their best and full of clear white light, for Shirley and those who are able to physically help. I'll text her and let her know that's what I'm doing. I need feedback to know she's feeling better rather than worse! The energy is neutral, and it doesn't"fix" things. I feel a bit awkward making this so public, its not everyone's way, but my experience is that its a powerful practise.
all fine with us thank you Sheila. Just sold our UK flat which was teensy and moved into a great little 3 story house…with room for the family at Xmas and a little garden…sheer bliss! I am certainly aware that when you are feeling blessed, that its good to be able to help in whatever way, others who are not having the best of times! hope all is great with you. xxx
Thanks Louise. Hope to have her internet running this weekend. Fingers crossed.
Thanks Janice. That sounds like a great idea.
Thanks Carol. Heather has arranged for the local nurse to call, and I'm trying now to get her connected to the internet and keeping fingers crossed that someone living near to Shirley can call in and get it all up and running. Hope all is well with you. xx
Hi Shiela, have texted Shirley. Like some others here, I am in the UK right now…and for some time, but have suggested I would be happy to Skype and keep in touch via email, and possibly being a practicing nurse, may be able to answer any questions Shirley may have. We moved to France initially just before Xmas some years ago…we had no internet or phone, knew no one and felt incredibly isolated and homesick…and there were two of us…so I have a slight inkling how Shirley must be feeling.
Sorry to hear of Shirley's situation. Heartwarming though to see the response from SFN members. I live in the Herault--too bad Shirley is not still here-- which is a bit far from her current address. I can't offer immediate assistance, but I am planning a trip north in early January and would be more than happy to stop in, see how she's doing and do whatever I can to assist at that time. Sometimes just knowing that you're not alone in the world can make all the difference.
So sorry to hear about Shirley. Unfortunately I live in 45 but would be happy to contact her and I could help with any French speaking by phone or email.
That's lovely Jan. Thank you so much. I have spoken to Shirley a couple of times this morning and warned her to keep her mobile fully charged! Hopefully, she will have internet access later today
Just got off the phone with Shirley. Have got her to plug ethernet cable into Livebox and computer. Left her to fiddle about with it, fingers crossed.
Hello, it's wonderful to hear what everyone is doing. I was just wondering if there is an address to write to? (privately obviously) Shirley would maybe like to receive letters/xmas cards /post cards. It is cheering to receive something in the post and makes a change from bills.
I can't help with anything practical as I am in England at the moment and our place is in a different area of France but have just sent her a text of support and offer of freindship when she gets internet up & running, I hope that more local people can help Shirley have a nice Christmas and give her company so she is not alone
Spoke with Jenny from the aforementioned pub and she might know a techie in the area and she will also get back in touch with Shirley. we need people in the area!
That's great Paul and thanks. Hopefully Shirley will have managed to set up the Livebox but if you could contact her, and call when you are there and make sure she is properly up and running, including WIFI, etc., it would be great.
hello paul,
thanks for that ! but she needs orange sooner really. she is going to try to set it up but will keep you posted. hands on is always easier.
MIght be able to help. What does she need in terms of internet ? She needs to sort out a contract with Orange but I can possibly assist with setting up livebox etc . I am starting a job nearby in Sillé Le Guillaume next week, so can pass nearby on my way there or back. There is a Pub called "L'homme Vert " in St Pierre Sur Orthe run by an English couple, John and Jenny who may be able to rally round also.
Hi all, please note that I have emailed the mairie, cant get them on the tel and spoken with the local nurse who is passing this am. Shirley will need to see a doc and he is going to pass on her dossier to one. Things are moving slowly...
Could someone assist with Internet connection?
Heather, thank you, thank you. This is great.
Morning, just to avoid any duplication I spoke at length with Shirley which I think what was mainly needed. I managed to get hold of a nurse in the neighbouring town who is calling at her house this am. Shirley is as you are aware in need of medical follow up & is also on medication for thyroid problems. We also noted down a taxi tel no as she has always been a very independent lady & now has been left high & dry with family break up of parents & different people siding with one party or the other. The main thing to realise is that she is also technologically isolated & used the free calls to the UK to keep some sort of stability.
I kissed my children several times when I got off the tel to her. This really could happen to us all! I do think we could all help in some small way. Just sending her a text to her mobile for example to say you are thinking about her...
Other ways you can help:if you are an experienced counselor
Insurance/legal advice - you have had a car accident & have had the gendarmerie intervene. She's with Axa & had only been in her new location for 3 days when she lost her bearings & ended up on the wrong side of the road.
I will speak with Orange this am. Her mobile tel no is above.
We can all do something. It's Xmas time for God sake. Please post what you have done.
Heather