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Introduction => Introduce Yourself => Topic started by: aharris2 on January 09, 2007, 11:45:33 AM

Title: Hello, We are "aharris2"
Post by: aharris2 on January 09, 2007, 11:45:33 AM

Hi folks, this is just a brief intro - all that time will currently allow  :bow; We will expand upon it in the next few days.

First, I am Rolando  >:D I live in Tampa, FL with my beautiful wife, my three lovely daughters, and my sister. I have been on hemodialysis for a little more than 4 years. At the moment I am having a difficult time with dialysis (wild bp, digestive issues, depression, and aa hard time just sitting still for sooo long - details later). I am a type 1 diabetic and it is the root of my kidney failure and other issues.

I like to travel, surf, go to the movies, eat out, listen to music, watch tv, and spend time with my family  :grouphug; .

Second, I am Alene, Rolando's "sister"  :cuddle; and primary caregiver - more later

Title: Re: Hello, We are "aharris2"
Post by: Joe Paul on January 09, 2007, 12:20:33 PM

Welcome aharris2, good to have you aboard.

Title: Re: Hello, We are "aharris2"
Post by: Chicken Little on January 09, 2007, 12:23:34 PM

 :welcomesign;  I'm new here too.   It's a great place. :2thumbsup;

Title: Re: Hello, We are "aharris2"
Post by: nextnoel on January 09, 2007, 12:38:16 PM

Welcome, aharris2, glad to have you all with us!  :welcomesign;

Title: Re: Hello, We are "aharris2"
Post by: Rerun on January 09, 2007, 02:36:13 PM

Welcome you two!  You have found the right site for both of you.  We have a great section for care-givers.  You may come here to get your questions answered and also to feel sorry for yourself.  You deserve it.

 :welcomesign;

Title: Re: Hello, We are "aharris2"
Post by: Amanda From OZ on January 09, 2007, 02:45:19 PM

 :welcomesign;

Title: Re: Hello, We are "aharris2"
Post by: Sluff on January 09, 2007, 02:51:30 PM

Welcome Rolando and Alene,

It's great to have you here at IHD and I hope you gain knowledge and friendships.

Unfortunately kidney disease and dialysis is what brings us all together, however this site has been a life line for many, whether just to rant or pass along good solid truthful information.

Again welcome we will look forward to your posts.

Title: Re: Hello, We are "aharris2"
Post by: Bajanne on January 09, 2007, 06:26:10 PM

Saludos, rolando!  We met already in the chatroom.  Hello, Alene!  Welcome to our sharing and caring community.  You will find this a very helpful place as you go through your various challenges.  Take advantage of all this site has to offer.  We look forward to hearing from both of you - lots!

Title: Re: Hello, We are "aharris2"
Post by: mcjane on January 09, 2007, 07:14:19 PM

Hi Rolando  & Alene, welcome,

You have found an extended family & an understanding one that shares your feelings.
They have been through it all.

Alene, I am a caregiver too & IHD has helped me in so many ways to understand what my husband is going through.

Title: Re: Hello, We are "aharris2"
Post by: angela515 on January 09, 2007, 07:24:27 PM

 :welcomesign;

Title: Re: Hello, We are "aharris2"
Post by: goofynina on January 09, 2007, 08:21:47 PM

Hellooooo Rolando and Alene,  Welcome to ihatedialysis.com, Great to have you here.  So much info to read, but all very informative (and some funny) ;)   Do not hesitate to ask questions, post comments and/or concerns of your own as well.    If there is something that you are looking for, just ask and we will be more than happy to help you.   :2thumbsup;

Goofynina/Admin.

Title: Re: Hello, We are "aharris2"
Post by: anja on January 09, 2007, 09:40:53 PM

 :welcomesign; aharris2  !  Glad you joined us.

Title: Re: Hello, We are "aharris2"
Post by: aharris2 on January 23, 2007, 03:48:15 PM

we would like to thank all of you for your warm welcomes...... I'm sure Alene and i will be happy here i personally can't wait to start ranting, i think it'll take a load off my shoulders it's been a looooong four and a half years of in-center dialysis for me and I'm at the end of my rope especially since gambro sold my unit to Davita....Davita as many of you know is a crock of shit they made many of the former gambro techs quit the place and now we have many newbies at the unit and honestly the don't know their ass from their elbow...well i guess i already started so I'll let it go for now...thanks again for the welcomes....

Rolando

Title: Re: Hello, We are "aharris2"
Post by: Sluff on January 23, 2007, 03:50:47 PM

Rant away Brotha.

Title: Re: Hello, We are "aharris2"
Post by: angieskidney on January 23, 2007, 11:40:23 PM

 :welcomesign;

Title: Re: Hello, We are "aharris2"
Post by: tamara on January 24, 2007, 12:24:47 AM

Hello and   :welcomesign;



From Tamara xxx ooo