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Marybeth
True Blue Farmgirl
6418 Posts
Mary Beth
Stanwood
Wa 98292
USA
6418 Posts |
 Posted - May 30 2007 : 4:06:29 PM
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The past few weeks my daughter Shannon has been having some extremely hurtful problems where she and her daughter (my grand) Kylee have been living. And last weekend it all came to a head. Even though Shannon's Dad cannot speak he indicated he wanted them to come home and so they did. I am glad because they couldn't stay there any longer. We have a small house but there are 2 bedrooms and a bath upstairs-not being used-just for them.
So not only do we inherit two human but 3 horses, 2 dogs and 2 cats and an enormous ammount of clothing and other things people acquire. Now all piled in the front room.
Kylee will finish school in the school she has been attending. I suppose I am elected to drive her it is only about 40 miles away and that is about as far as Shannon works. Right now she is sporting a broken arm and a black eye. . She's a trouper though.
I guess our children will always be our children even when they think they are all grown up.
This will be good for me too--Shannon can help me take care of her father and Kylee and I can just play outside forever. lol. MB
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22941 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22941 Posts |
Posted - May 30 2007 : 4:21:08 PM
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Oh My Word Mary Beth! I can only imagine what happened and I am so sorry your family had to go through that! Big Farmgirl hugs to you and your family! I am so glad you have the ability and space to take them in and give them a safe place to live. *hugs*
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Nancy Gartenman
True Blue Farmgirl
9093 Posts
Nancy
West Seneca
New York
USA
9093 Posts |
Posted - May 30 2007 : 4:27:09 PM
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My goodness Mary beth, I wish I could come help you. I could at least clean up the front room.
Did you already move the animals? Do you have room for them? Well I guess the good side is you will have help and they will have help, and yes once a Mom always a Mom.
NANCY JO
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horse
True Blue Farmgirl
371 Posts
laura
pontotoc
mississippi
USA
371 Posts |
Posted - May 30 2007 : 4:27:10 PM
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Reading those words brought back bad memories for me. I am so sorry that all of you are experiencing this. She will get through this. You all are in my prayers.
Laura
www.2lmzfarms.blogspot.com |
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pinkroses
True Blue Farmgirl
2350 Posts
Sheila
Virginia
USA
2350 Posts |
Posted - May 30 2007 : 4:38:46 PM
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| Goodness , You will be a busy bee. I hope you will take time for you now and then and hope things run smoothly. hugs pinkroses |
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Marybeth
True Blue Farmgirl
6418 Posts
Mary Beth
Stanwood
Wa 98292
USA
6418 Posts |
Posted - May 30 2007 : 4:50:46 PM
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Thanks everyone for the kind words. And Nancy Jo come on out--the front room is waiting just for you. Yes we have room for all the animals--horses in the pasture, now we have 7-cats in the barn,add 2 more and dogs everywhere else and Sassy is not too happy.. Thanks again. MB
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Edited by - Marybeth on May 30 2007 4:51:54 PM |
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kitchensqueen
True Blue Farmgirl
521 Posts
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Posted - May 30 2007 : 5:16:34 PM
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Mary Beth-- remind your daughter to stay strong and do what's best for herself and her daughter. I can only imagine that's she's going through a rough time emotionally (in addition to physically). It's good that you are there for her and giving her the room and support she needs for a fresh start in a healthier environment.
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Aunt Jenny
True Blue Farmgirl
11381 Posts
Jenny
middle of
Utah
USA
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Posted - May 30 2007 : 6:19:36 PM
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Shannon and Kylee are so blessed to have you! I bet it will be such a joy to have them there with you. I will sure be keeping you all in my prayers as you adjust. Good night..such a horrible thing to have to go through for them!!! Take care!
Jenny in Utah
Inside me there is a skinny woman crying to get out...but I can usually shut her up with cookies
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Mumof3
True Blue Farmgirl
3890 Posts
Karin
Ellenwood
GA
USA
3890 Posts |
Posted - May 30 2007 : 6:34:26 PM
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Mary Beth- I am sure that Shannon and Kylee are so relieved to have a safe place to go where they can be nurtured and loved. I'm so glad that she was able to get out of that horrendous situation. You are such a good mom. :)
Karin
Wherever you go, there you are.
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mkmomus
True Blue Farmgirl
248 Posts
Merle
Greensboro
NC
248 Posts |
Posted - May 30 2007 : 6:38:55 PM
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Mary Beth,
You are a wonderful family and how blessed to have Kylee. Something goods comes out of bad situations. I am sure you will sleep peacefully tonight knowing you are all safe. I will say a prayer for you all (animals too!)
Merle |
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Kathie
True Blue Farmgirl
2436 Posts
Kathie
Thonotosassa
Florida
USA
2436 Posts |
Posted - May 30 2007 : 7:19:47 PM
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You have each Other Mary Beth.. & this is what is going to make it all ok at the end of the day....
The rough times.. & tight living quarters will all be small blessing really when you look back on it..
Especially when you think of how lucky you are that the broken arm.. & black eye.. & some emotional bruising.. were all that happened..
Just hold on to each other..
& know we love you all very much, & are thinking of you everyday..
Kathie
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sleepless reader
True Blue Farmgirl
1022 Posts
CA
USA
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Posted - May 30 2007 : 7:22:32 PM
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You all are in thoughts and prayers.
Sharon
Life is messy. Wear your apron! |
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Tina Michelle
True Blue Farmgirl
6948 Posts
Tina
sunshine state
FL
USA
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Posted - May 30 2007 : 9:01:48 PM
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oh Mary Beth..I'm so very sorry that your daughter had to go through that. Please do encourage her to get a restraining order. And also please encourage her and her daughter to take self defense classes, classes that will teach her to really protect herself if ever she is attacked again. I wish for your daughter and grand daughter a speedy recovery both physically and with the emotional scars that come with this sort of thing. The best to you all. hugs.
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Edited by - Tina Michelle on May 30 2007 9:03:06 PM |
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Libbie
Farmgirl Connection Cultivator
3579 Posts
Anne E.
Elsinore
Utah
USA
3579 Posts |
Posted - May 30 2007 : 11:47:40 PM
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Life can sure throw us some curves and hard knocks. For heaven's sake, MaryBeth, I'm thinking of you four, and the animals, and sending you my best prayers and thoughts. I'm so sorry that this has happened, and I am SO relieved that your daughter and grand-daughter have a safe haven to go to. Love to all...
XOXO, Libbie
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JeannieC
Farmgirl in Training
46 Posts
Jeanne
Wylie
Texas
USA
46 Posts |
Posted - May 31 2007 : 06:12:19 AM
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MaryBeth, you're all in my thoughts and prayers too! BIG hugs to you all! I've been there myself, in the past. I pray everything works out for the best, I'm glad too, that your daughter and granddaughter have safety with you too. :)
Hugs..
Jeannie
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UrbanChick
True Blue Farmgirl
331 Posts
Ayako
Atlanta
GA
USA
331 Posts |
Posted - May 31 2007 : 06:24:21 AM
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You and your family are in our prayers. Be glad that you know your daughter and granddaughter are safe in your care.
"Courage dosen't always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying: I will try again tomorrow." |
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junkjunkie
True Blue Farmgirl
1306 Posts
Judy
Lawrenceville
NJ
USA
1306 Posts |
Posted - May 31 2007 : 06:33:08 AM
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| MaryBeth...what a horrible situation your daughter and granddaughter were going through! The best thing was to get out of that and move into the loving home that you provide. Even though it a little cramped right now, it's the best thing! Everyone stay safe and my thoughts are with you. Take care! |
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EmmJay
True Blue Farmgirl
352 Posts
Mary Jane
Amherst
Nova Scotia
Canada
352 Posts |
Posted - May 31 2007 : 06:35:00 AM
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Mary Beth, I am so glad that your daughter and grand daughter have you in their lives. From being in a bad situation, I can tell you that if you tell her what to do, she may back down. She will need to take steps her own way, and she has made the biggest by coming to you. Just hug her every chance you get, and tell her you love her.
My prayers are with all of you.
MJ
"Thank GOD I'm a country girl"
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ktknits
True Blue Farmgirl
582 Posts
Kathy
Northwest Indiana
USA
582 Posts |
Posted - May 31 2007 : 08:53:11 AM
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Prayers and hugs to everyone in your household, Marybeth. A loving family that you can always go back to is priceless! You're to be commended!!
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Past Blessings
True Blue Farmgirl
1083 Posts
Brenda
Orchard Prairie
WA
USA
1083 Posts |
Posted - May 31 2007 : 10:35:10 AM
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I am so sorry for what your daughter and grand daughter have went through. Hopefully through this rain they will both grow. I pray that your daughter will see that she deserves far better and will not allow herself to mistreated in the future. It is so wonderful that you can be her safety net.
I hope my kids always know I will be there for them and that they are never too old to come home.
Hugs and blessings!
Brenda
Past Blessings . . . Celebrating Life as it used to be . . . when people loved God, loved their families and loved their country. |
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lisamarie508
True Blue Farmgirl
2648 Posts
Lisa
Idaho City
ID
USA
2648 Posts |
Posted - May 31 2007 : 1:00:37 PM
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So sorry to hear about all the troubles. Things will get better. They always do. But I agree with Tina Michelle. Have your daughter file a restraining or protection order for herself and her daughter. I realize it's only a piece of paper but law enforcement tends to respond MUCH faster if an order is on file.
Much love and prayers for you all.
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Beemoosie
True Blue Farmgirl
2077 Posts
Bonnie
New York
USA
2077 Posts |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22941 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22941 Posts |
Posted - May 31 2007 : 2:21:36 PM
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I hope your daughter and granddaughter are recovering a bit. I have to chime in and say a restraining order and a police report (if not already done) can really help should things get bad again.
Hugs
Alee |
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