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Monday, March 31, 2008
9:21:00 PM EDT
Ryan is frustrated he can't offer her support - be by her side during her time of need. He's stuck on the ship and couldn't get emergency leave. As soon as the ship gets into port he's leaving to be with her. He will get back in town in time to see us. Unfortunately, I won't get the opportunity to meet Alicia like I had hoped.
He had also informed me that now that she isn't working, money has gone from tight to unforgivingly tight. Trust me son, I KNOW the feeling.
I'm half way dreading the trip to see my granddaughters. That sounds odd I know. It's the expense of travel that has me beyond worried. I shouldn't have booked the trip - not for this time of year. ::sigh:: Summers I can't because I'm too busy, winters are okay if early enough. Spring - that's when anything saved from the summer before has dwindled down to nothing. Not smart thinking on my part. I never said I was the smartest cookie in the cookie jar!
So there you have my whine and why I haven't been posting any entries and such. I truly apologize for being negative ... I try so hard to keep positive as I know there are a lot of people struggling and some are in a worse situation. Anyway, I'm done. Next entry will be more upbeat ... I promise!
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9:21:00 PM EDT
The Low Down
The sun is finally shining around here! :-) I had a nice peaceful day at home - a little time for reflection and working on wedding photos for the most part of the day.
So, now to share what had/has been happening in my small part of the world. For a period there it felt as if everything was falling apart. Not only for my children but, even for myself. While things aren't looking better ... YET, I'm thinking positive and know that things can only improve!
** This will be a condensed version of what's happening - there is no way I could get it all out in one entry!
My youngest son, Ryan has been out to sea. Still is. Days after his ship left, his wife got news that her daddy is dying of pancreatic cancer. I guess it was never diagnosed and has now ravished his entire body. Her mom has a severe case of rheumatoid arthritis, which makes it hard for her to take care of the father. Alicia (Ryan's wife) has rushed back to be with her daddy and to care for her parents during their time of need.
Ryan is frustrated he can't offer her support - be by her side during her time of need. He's stuck on the ship and couldn't get emergency leave. As soon as the ship gets into port he's leaving to be with her. He will get back in town in time to see us. Unfortunately, I won't get the opportunity to meet Alicia like I had hoped.
He had also informed me that now that she isn't working, money has gone from tight to unforgivingly tight. Trust me son, I KNOW the feeling.
My older son called all upset, I can't go into details at this time. In short due to trusting and depending on a person close to them, they are now $500.00 short on their rent/bills. This of course happens when I'm worried about paying all my bills! I'm robbing Peter to pay Paul. I don't like this situation at all! I can't wait for the wedding season to get into full swing!
It's most frustrating because as a parent I feel I should be there to offer support in their time of need. The only support I can offer is a shoulder to cry on, a compassionate ear and my prayers.
My daughter, she's frustrated over her work situation. She had her annual review with NO pay raise. She was told due to the recession no raises were given to employees. Yet, the big boss drives 5 expensive cars: BMW's, Porsche and a Mercedes. Maybe if he only kept ONE car he could give his employees a raise!?! Or if he stopped by lions for the property. She's been with the place for 4 years now and is only keeping up with minimum wages in our state. Not right. Anyway, she's doing a job search and hasn't had the best of luck yet.
As for myself - well, like I said, I'm robbing Peter to pay Paul. I'm thinking I better look at jobs - part time would be great. However, when summer is here I can hardly breathe with all the photography work we have. For now, we have tightened our belts as tight as it can get!
I'm half way dreading the trip to see my granddaughters. That sounds odd I know. It's the expense of travel that has me beyond worried. I shouldn't have booked the trip - not for this time of year. ::sigh:: Summers I can't because I'm too busy, winters are okay if early enough. Spring - that's when anything saved from the summer before has dwindled down to nothing. Not smart thinking on my part. I never said I was the smartest cookie in the cookie jar!
So there you have my whine and why I haven't been posting any entries and such. I truly apologize for being negative ... I try so hard to keep positive as I know there are a lot of people struggling and some are in a worse situation. Anyway, I'm done. Next entry will be more upbeat ... I promise!
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Sending you all many prayers!
Hugs,
Gretchen -
Special thoughts for you and yours and know that God always provides just when we need it...
Linda :) -
Ok, so you may not be able to help them all phyisically as in giving them money, but you are helping them mentaly. You're a great Mum and never forget that!
Gaz xxx -
You do have a full plate, how horrible for your Ryan & Alicia. I can imagine his frustration. You aren't whining, you don't need to apologize for talking about real life...it isn't always sunshine & roses. I know this all too well. I think your trip to see your grandbabies is just what you need. Hopefully people will start getting married soon and business will pick up for you. Sending good wishes your way.
xxx
Lisa
4/9/08 5:46 PM
xoxo