Moved this posting for Nicola's Husband...

[Bill]

Oh Karen! You don't owe me any apology whatsoever. I understand how upsetting that phone call was for us both, i'm just so glad you made it. I realize that we have all lost Nicola, only in different ways, and it really hurts for those that knew her best. She had alot of good friends on this site. I'm so glad that you had positive results on your scans, and that your energy level is picking up for the holidays. Thanks for letting me know. I hope you have a great time on your spa trip. I've been sitting here debating with myself on whether or not I should tell you this next part, but I feel like I'm in a group of friends, so here goes.....I went to the doctor weeks ago,for depression and anxiety, etc., understandable, I guess. He gave me a script for Ativan and Ambien to help me sleep. Anyhow, while I was talking to you on the phone, I walked back to the medicine cabinet and took an Ativan. Then, after we finished talking on the phone, I noticed my Ativan bottle was on the kitchen counter, so I checked the bottle in the medicine cabinet and discovered I'd taken an Ambien by mistake! It was early in the afternoon! And I had alot of stuff to do! I thought about trying to run out real quick before it kicked in, but realized that was stupid, so I just grabbed a pillow and blanket and laid down on the couch, lol. It was a good nap. I hope you have a Merry Christmas! Love, Bill

[Bill]

Hi Mary Anne! Thank you for your support and kind words. I hope you and everyone here have a wonderful and peaceful Christmas. Love, Bill

[Andrea Barnett Budin]

Bill,

I couldn't help but *overhear*... LOL. I know someone who took an Ambien and it didn't work, so he went to a 24 hr Home Depot to shop. He fell asleep behind the wheel and crashed. He is fine. The car not so much. But -- you were very wise to not go out!

I had taken an Ambien, as I do regularly, and an hr later my husband collapsed into unconsciouness. I jumped up to go to him, had his head in my lap on the floor and I couldn't rouse him, so I called an ambulance. I gave them all the necessary information including the list of all his meds I keep in my wallet. They said, Will you be all right to follow us? Yes, I said. I will drive very slowly and carefully. After they left, I realized -- I HAD TAKEN AN AMBIEN. I was wide awake, adrenylin surging... But I called my dghtr back to not go directly to the hosp, but to please pick me up. I was afraid to drive...

We must all keep this important Lesson in mind. Glad you brought it up! And glad you are safe.

Wishing all a Happy Christmas, praying you will be surrounded by love and peace...

Andi

[RobinP]

Nicole's spirit still encourages me and gives me courage to go on despite my own health battles this year. Take care hubby and keep her spirit close to heart.