I don't think I've ever opened up a thread as often as this one, particularly not in "conversations." I really wish one of these times I'd scroll down to some good news. I'll throw in some more prayers; hope they help.

What Food said.

Sally

What food and Sally said.

Hugs and prayers,Shelley

Oh man...I keep checking in for some good news.

I can't even comprehend how horrible this must be for you and your family. We'll keep the prayers and hope coming, and yes, we'll keep checking in for news.

(((((Khandi and family))))))

Linda

Still hoping.....and praying

I keep checking in too hoping there is good news. Sending more positive thoughts

Khandi how horrible all this must be for your family. Any news? What are the police saying.

Nothing yet.

Police had North Bay rescue unit patrol over Sturgeon River because they got a call that someone saw something floating in the river, but they didn't find anything. The police empasized that the person saw SOMETHING, not necessarily a body. The river flows into Nipissing Lake, a big lake.

It's getting harder and harder as time goes by. It's starting to really take its toll on my mom.

My hubby and Dad went driving around some back roads again. Hubby never thought there were such roads back there. He said they were unbelievable. They decided that they better leave because they came across a couple of "grow ops" in the bush. Now my Dad thinks my uncle might of been at the wrong place at the wrong time. However, I told my dad that I didn't think my uncle would have driven in those roads in his car if they were that bad. My dad has watched too much TV!! LOL The stories he comes out with. It could happen, I know, but he just keeps coming up with these scenarios instead of just waiting to see what happens. He says he's trying to get my Mom ready for when they find him... what the hell??? Why make it worse than what she already feels? She lost her brother. My dad is really starting to tick me off!!! My mom says when he's like this, he knows it all and doesn't shut up LOL

Oh well... what can you do?

Thanks again for all your concern and prayers! Much appreciated.

Checking in,was hoping for better news.You and your family are in my prayers.I cant imagine what you are going through.

Hugs,Shelley

Your poor family! I'm holding positive thoughts for the best possible outcome!
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Khandi --

I'm thinking of you and praying for your family... And as for your dad, it sounds like this is his way of dealing with the anxiety -- trying to imagine the worst so that he feels more prepared in case it happens. Maybe letting him know that while you understand this is his way of with dealing with his anxiety, it makes your anxiety worse...

Anyway, sorry to stick my two-cents in, and mostly just wanted to say I'm keeping fingers and toes crossed for your uncle and your family...

Emily

Khandi, just checking in to see if there was any news. I am so sorry there isn't yet.

Keeping positive thoughts for a good outcome. I know it must seem more hopeless as time goes on.

Linda

Khandi, I'm just checking in too, hoping for good news. You're all still in my prayers.

Annie

I have a friend who last talked to her husband after the planes had hit on 9/11. He was not in the towers, but in the Holiday Inn nearby. He called his wife telling her he was OK and not to worry....but she never heard anything more.
I am very very sorry for your family....not knowing is awful...
You all are in my prayers.
Linda C

Just catching up, thinking of you khandi. So sorry for your family.

I don't respond to a lot of the threads that I read, but I've been opening this one several times every day, praying for some good news. Our hearts and prayers are with you.

Oh, Khandi, I was hoping for better news by now. I'm still pulling for your uncle and your mom and all the family, including your dad.

Sally

My uncle who had a stroke (my Mom's sister's husband) passed away Sunday morning. They removed his feeding tubes, etc., and lasted one day. Doctors said he was finished and would only get worse. My aunt said making the decision to "pull the plug" was the hardest thing she ever had to do but is now glad that he's okay...not suffering.

They didn't have any kids together but he had 3 or 4 from a previous marriage many moons ago. He was my aunt's whole world for the past 35+ years. Now she has to take care of herself cuz she just recently finished breast cancer treatment and awaits word on her missing brother. She is so strong! She's amazing!

No news yet about my missing uncle. I promise to post a message (a new one) when there is word.

Oh, Khandi, What an unbelievably difficult week you have had.

So sorry to hear about the loss of your uncle. We had to make a similar decision with Tim's sister several years ago, so I truly understand what a heart-wrenching decision it is.

Continuing to end out hugs to your family. Hope there is some good news soon on the other uncle.

Linda

oh Khandi!!

(((((Khandi's Family)))))

your family continues to be in my prayers.

Khandi, I'm so sorry for your loss. Praying still, for the rest of your family. It's been a tough summer.

Khandi, I was hoping for better news. You and your family are in my thoughts daily.

Khandi, I'm so sorry. You and your family are having an awful time. Thinking of you.

Khandi, I'm so sorry to hear about your uncle. I know how hard making that decision is, I made it with my Dad. Sigh.

Hugs to you all, and I'm still praying that your Uncle will be found, safe and sound, just confused.

Annie

Oh My Lord....I feel for you and your family this is a terrible situation and absolutely heartbreaking....May your family find some kind of peace in this very difficult time!

Well, darn. It seems that bad things pile on top of each other sometimes. My heart and sympathy go out to you and your family, especially your aunt. And your missing uncle.

Sally

2 more days and still no word......
thinking about you and praying he will be found.
Linda C

I am so sorry to hear this!! Poor man, he must be so scared. I hope there is a good ending...please be a good ending.

Cathy

khandi, just b/c we're not posting, does not mean we've stopped praying.

just wanted you to know that you, your family, and your Uncle remain in my prayers.

Very well said,Bizzo.Add my name also.

Shelley

I'm still checking in, hoping for an update, and still sending up prayers.

Annie

Thanks again!

Still no news. Family have been checking out rural roads again. I think all the roads in nearby area have been checked. Not sure what to think now. Starting to think that his vehicle is not around here at all.

K I hope it helps to know I'm here right along with you, hoping and praying about your uncle.
Lpink

You are your family are still in my prayers also.

A terrible thought, but have they also been checking local bodies of water?

Okay, I'll bet he drove down to Florida to visit friends, we have a lot of Canadian visitors here. I'll be on the look out.

Don't mean to sound flippant but I pray that it turns out to be something that simple.

Still praying for him,
Cathy

I feel so bad for you, this must be almost unbearable.

I have to agree with sushipup, and the other place is over a steep embankment, which can't be seen from the road. We've had a few of those in Maryland in the past few years.

You and your family are in our thoughts.

Still praying that your uncle will be found soon, safe and sound.

Still checking in, also. I'm hoping he's in Florida, too.

Sally

earlier in the year there was a missing elderly man who left his home in CT, and was later in found in New Jersey (If I remember correctly... he was several states away). Seems he left to drive to the store, and got a bit confused. He was ok when they found him.

I continue to pray for something like that for your uncle.

bizzo, I hope it's something like that. His credit cards and bank account have not been touched. He had a bit of money on him. Family friend checked the river with his plane. Police had helicopter check another river and wooded areas.

There was a mention in the newspapers that there was a sighting in Sault Ste. Marie, but nothing was found. That would be a 6-7 hour drive! He had trouble seeing from one eye (injury from an accident) and was in a lot of stomach pain, and also had trouble breathing. Why he wanted to do his usual evening drive is beyond me???

Khandi I keep coming back for your updates and hoping for good news.

Ann

Me, too. Keeping you in my prayers.

Judy

Khandi, hoping for the best. Sending you good thoughts and prayers! Gina

Still checking....and praying.
I am remembering a few years back when a man from near here was missing....and he had set out on his lawn tractor to visit his brother 200 miles away. Hoping it's something like that...
Linda c

Still checking and praying here too, I don't even have any idea what it could be, but I'm hoping they find him soon.

Annie

I can't believe there is still no news. I can't even imagine how difficult this is for your family, Khandi.

I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers hoping they find him safe and sound very soon.

Linda

Astonishing really! I'm so sorry for the endurance contest. I'm sure your family and especially your mother are going crazy. Hoping that he's found very soon!
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Ellen

Khandi, I am sorry your uncle hasn't been found. Prayers for your family during this difficult time.

Khandi, I know posting on the forum isn't important right now nor should it be. But I'd like to imagine that you are busy having a welcome home party for your uncle.