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Update From Mom
Hi Everyone,
Sorry that I haven't been able to update for a bit, but I still have no computer. They finally brought mine back from the cleaning process, only to tell me it's too corroded and will have to be replaced! Gee, it only took two weeks to tell us what we already knew the day after the fire.....sorry, I'm just going nuts without it so I'm really grumpy about it! Anyhow, we hope to get it this weekend and it will take a few days to set up, so.....I'm hoping to be back on line late next week. AGHHHHHHH, what did we ever do before the Internet??? :)
We're all settled into our little apartment, and although it's a bit cramped, we're doing okay. I'd be lying if I said I didn't miss my house and our life there, but I suppose it will make me appreciate it more when we finally get to go back. Little Abby has had some adjustment problems and I've had her to the Vet for "stress induced gastroenteritis". Poor little thing, she got shuffled around a bit for the first week, and now she is in a noisy apartment...she started vomiting and stuff. But, she seems to be coping better as she gets used to all the sounds, and her food is staying down again.....so keep your fingers crossed for her. She has been such a cuddle bug and stays close to us, we're so lucky we didn't lose her in the fire.....what a blessing!
The cleaning crews are still bringing things out of the house, but are almost done....they are on the top floor now. The builders did a walk through with Marv today and started getting an idea of what we want in the area of change, and showing us everything that will be knocked down and replaced. It's overwhelming.......really, that's all I can say. Once we get used to the fact that we lost our old things and house, I'm sure picking out all new stuff will be exciting....but for now, like I said, it's simply overwhelming. It's depressing when we think of all we lost, so.....I try not to think about it, and stay focused on the fact that we are all together and safe. Sometimes that is easier to do than others, but we're getting there friends, and I really am trying hard to stay positive.
Last week was extra tough because my Uncle passed away, so we had a week of funeral stuff and extra watching over my Daddy. This was his younger brother, and he was only 68 years old. I think I mentioned before that he had Alzheimers too, but his was much more severe and took the violent route. As much as it hurts, it was actually a blessing that God called him home because he was restrained and didn't know anyone....and he would have felt so badly to know he was hitting people. Before the disease robbed him, he was a gentle, loving man, and we will all miss him......especially my Daddy. I'm not sure he really understands that his brother died, but he knows something bad happened and didn't handle the stress very well.
That's it for now, I just wanted to check in and say hi. Thank you so much for the cards I keep getting, they help to keep me going when I get down.....oh and Betty, I LOVE my picture of Koda, it gave me so much joy! For those who have asked, you can just send mail to my same address, as we didn't take a box at the apartment, Marv is just picking up the mail everyday from the house. I hope to be on line next week....say a prayer that they get me set up fast, okay, because I'm really going nuts. When they do, say another prayer that I didn't lose my music......it's my biggest fear, and hurts my stomach to even think about it.
I miss you all, and I'm hanging in there.....thanks for the prayers.
Love & Pooh Hugs,
Linda
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Linda, I am glad to hear from you and have been wondering how your doing. It must be quite the adjustment. Hope things are better soon. Sorry to hear about your Uncle.
Julie -
Linda glad to see your words, know you'll be glad to have your computer back. Sorry to hear that your Uncle passed, but know he's now at peace. Know you are going through alot with the fire and all that entails, just take it one day at a time dear, all you can do.....remember that what you lost in the fire that meant a lot to you is something that your special memories of can never take from you. Wish I lived closer that I could come and give you support and a big hug...know I care. Hugs....Arlene (AJ)
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Hi Linda, I'm so sorry you have to deal with this. Maybe if you got involved in a good book until your internet is back. A good book will help pass the time. I'm hoping you get back online soon and we can catch up. I am keeping you in my prayers.
Love and hugs to you, Pam xoxox -
Linda,
you are in my prayers. I know this is very hard for you and you feel like you have lost so much. Thank GOD that you and your family are ok .. That is the most important part. I love you so much and I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. I wish we lived closer. I would love to come and give you a great big hug.
take care,
Dondie
7/28/08 9:59 PM
Love and many hugs,
Dana