Encouragement needed!!!

trojangal · #1 03-19-2005, 10:02 PM

Okay folks, it's been one hell of a week. I don't normally go off, but I need to vent.

You all know that Mr. Trojangal had tests this week that we're waiting to get back from doctor.

We walked away from the house we were bidding on b/c the seller did not want to make $5000 worth of repairs, nor was she going to come off the price.

As if we were not already stressed about that crap, something happened that has us CTFU:

When we got back from running errands, etc this afternoon. there was a message from a friend on the voice mail. Two years ago, hubby's best friend had died from cancer, and we were always going by to see his mom when we were going through their town about 4-5 times a year. She was always Karl's "other mom "-a good friend who has ALWAYS been there for him and friends growing up--had died. SHE DIED 3 WEEKS AGO AND THEY WERE CALLING US AT 8:42 THIS MORNING TO TELL US THE SERVICE WAS THIS AFTERNOON!!!

We are 5 freaking hours away from the town she lives in, and by the time we got the message, it was later afternoon.

My hubby is in shock right now--I am so angry that I can hardly see straight.

Give us strength and words of encouragment. Karl looked at me, with tears and his heart broken in his eyes, and asked me if things were going to get better.

I told him that things would, but wow, it's hard to keep him going when I'm so stressed myself.
<sigh>

Xylochick216 · #2 03-19-2005, 11:32 PM

I'm so sorry

I hope things get better for you!

aggieAXO · #3 03-19-2005, 11:43 PM

I am so sorry about your husbands friend's mom.

As far as the house goes-I firmly believe if you were meant to have this particular house then things will work out.

Taualumna · #4 03-20-2005, 12:16 AM

*HUGS* to you and your husband.

navane · #5 03-20-2005, 12:26 AM

Oh no! How awful for you and Karl! I am so sorry that things seem to be overwhelming you at the moment. In our family we have a saying for times like these: "This too shall pass". Though these obstacles keep coming, and they seem to stick around for ages, you have to keep in mind it just won't go *forever*. It will pass. One thing I believe is that one cannot know complete joy unless they know what it is to suffer. For example, when you *do* get a house, you will love it more for the wait. When Karl's condition is better, you will appreciate what it means to be healthy. And, given that a dear friend has been lost unexpectedly, Karl will have a greater appreciation for the people he loves and also a better understanding of how to have respect for others when it comes time for him to inform someone of sad news.

I truly hope that you both will find comforting moments in the coming weeks!

.....Kelly

kafromTN · #6 03-20-2005, 12:29 AM

I'm a true believer in the old adage "if it doesn't kill you it only makes you stronger" as I have real life experience. So just remember what you do have such as being able to have a house etc. b/c I'm sure there are a million people who would love to be in your shoes.

Be strong, it will pass, b/c without darkness there is no light& also remember it's always darkest before dawn.

-Mark

tinydancer · #7 03-20-2005, 12:33 AM

I'm so sorry about your recent turn of events. Hope it doesn't sound trite to say "This, too, shall pass," but I believe this. Hugs to you.

honeychile · #8 03-20-2005, 12:53 AM

Good gosh - why in the name of all things good would they have waited so long to tell you about Karl's "other mother"?! I truly feel awful for you, both of you.

May the dawn bring hope for a better tomorrow, especially after all you've been through!

carnation · #9 03-20-2005, 01:18 AM

I am soooo sorry. I'll pray for peace of mind for you both.

WCUgirl · #10 03-20-2005, 01:46 AM

I'm so sorry. I'll keep you & your family in my prayers.

BetteDavisEyes · #11 03-20-2005, 02:05 AM

Your family is in my thoughts & prayers. I hope things start looking up for you now.

Jill1228 · #12 03-20-2005, 02:13 AM

Oh hon, when it rains it pours! hang in there and hugs coming your way

pinkyphimu · #13 03-20-2005, 02:49 PM

wow. that is terrible. i am sorry that you have had so many crazy things happening happen all at once!

lifesaver · #14 03-20-2005, 06:12 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by navane
Oh no! How awful for you and Karl! I am so sorry that things seem to be overwhelming you at the moment. In our family we have a saying for times like these: "This too shall pass". Though these obstacles keep coming, and they seem to stick around for ages, you have to keep in mind it just won't go *forever*. It will pass. One thing I believe is that one cannot know complete joy unless they know what it is to suffer. For example, when you *do* get a house, you will love it more for the wait. When Karl's condition is better, you will appreciate what it means to be healthy. And, given that a dear friend has been lost unexpectedly, Karl will have a greater appreciation for the people he loves and also a better understanding of how to have respect for others when it comes time for him to inform someone of sad news.

I truly hope that you both will find comforting moments in the coming weeks!

.....Kelly

Someone should sticky this post. Its that good.

Also, who on here has the sig that says, everything is better after a good nights sleep? (or something to that effect)

AchtungBaby80 · #15 03-20-2005, 07:03 PM

I'm not very good with words, but...I'm sorry.