Comments on: An Open Letter to Everyone Who’s Been Helping Out Lately

By: Uncle Les

Uncle Les — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 01:30:24 +0000

You remind me of your maternal grandmother and the way she took care of my Dad. She would be and I am sure is very proud of you, Susan and your kids. I have a lot of air miles if you need them. All are American Airlines.

By: Matthew

Matthew — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 18:30:13 +0000

Dear Elden,

I don’t know you personally and I live in Denver…but, nonetheless, I simply thought about helping you out around the house. And even that wore me out. I had to take a nap after I thought about kids and meals and dishes and having to go buy subway sandwiches for all.

I don’t see how you do it!

Sincerely,
A guy who thinks you deserve to feel like what you do everyday is a big deal…cause it is.

By: Maria

Maria — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 17:35:56 +0000

I wouldn’t worry about everyone cooking so much. I bet they’re just trying to out-do your egg and Velveeta cheese dish. Besides, now you won’t have to worry about cooking dinner tomorrow night. You all have a wonderful Thanksgiving.

By: hp

hp — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 14:20:28 +0000

OK, I’ll admit it. I’m exhausted. I’ve been mentally preparing dinner, cleaning dishes and scrubbing your toilets and showers. I’m wiped right out. (I even helped with the twins Halloween Costumes) Helping you all the way from Ohio.

Bless you Fatty. You have a fabulous family and fantastic friends

By: XCTiger

XCTiger — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 14:18:30 +0000

Fatty,

Friends and family that are coming in to help are only carrying that physical load for a short time. You on the other hand have to deal with both the physical and emotional load, and you are carrying that endlessly. Being strong for everybody, all the time is exhausting. Remember to take some time for yourself, to deal with the emotional stress you are under. It will help you cope and help you to be the best you can be for the ones you Love.

Keep strong and know we’re all praying for you.

By: Jennifer

Jennifer — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 13:49:17 +0000

I’ve been in a similar situation, and I do know exactly the feeling you’re describing. I have been on the receiving end of incredible generosity. It’s humbling, heartwarming, miraculous, and in an odd way frustrating. I understand!

By: Bjorn 4 Lycra

Bjorn 4 Lycra — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 12:02:04 +0000

Sounds to me that everyone that comes around to help gets such a buzz, enjoys it so much and does it for love that maybe you should be charging them for the experience.
I myself love hard work – I could watch it for hours. That of course is it not original but it fits.
Win Susan Win Team FC well done to the helpers.

By: the greg

the greg — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 08:43:40 +0000

elden, i hate you. i bought my wife a dishwasher for our anniversary in may ( i know, no appliances or cleaning supplies for anniversary, but thats what she wanted) and we just moved. well, now we can’t get it working. so i have this beautiful dishwasher, though yours looks impressive, but not enough water getting to it to work. ah well. at least my little sister moved in and does all the dishes.

By: Jeff

Jeff — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 07:50:09 +0000

Hi,
I forgot to mention that the other night I was listening to a cooking show and they said to add creamcheese to scrambled eggs. I thought of you and your post about velveeta. You might want to try it.
Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. (I know “thankful” is probably not how you are feeling)
Jessica

By: Big Mike In Oz

Big Mike In Oz — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 06:26:47 +0000

Remember the old saying: a change is as good as a holiday. These mongrels are having a holiday at your expense. I’d be charging a fee for all the helping they’re doing. That way they’d feel like it was a proper holiday.