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Hogs & Quiches & Prayers Round-up:  At my wit's end.  |
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FebruaryViolet
True Blue Farmgirl
4810 Posts
Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
4810 Posts |
 Posted - Jun 29 2009 : 06:02:49 AM
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Girls, I don't know what I've done, but the karma wheel seems to be turning on me! The months of May and June, well, I'd just like to wipe them off the calendar entirely....
The month of May was filled with car issues to the tune of $700 or so which we didn't have, but had to borrow from Peter to pay Paul to come up with...then comes June. Our water line is somehow crushed, so we are unable to utilize the "waste" water line, if only marginally. So, if you flush the toilet, you can't do the dishes. If you do the dishes, you can't flush the toilet or take a shower...and absolutely no laundry, so with a 4 month old, 4 dogs and 3 cats that's rather difficult. Then, this week, one of our kitties dies, and they come to fix the plumbing for $1700 (most of which I had to break down and borrow from my mother)...The day they fixed the plumbing, we had this crazy thunderstorm and when I made it home from work (with the baby in tow, crying hysterically because we were stuck in traffic for 2 hours--standing water on the expressway--and she was starving), I find 6 inches of dirty storm water standing in our basement, along with many of our belongings floating around, ruined. On top of that, our oldest cat, the most feeble, was trapped down in the basement with the rising water, and couldn't get out, so he was severely dehydrated and I had to take him to the animal ER at midnight....I called my husband to come home from work because honestly, I felt like I was going to lose my mind.
I still do. After paying the housepayment, we have $30.00 to go on. We can do it, but it's going to involve being incredibly creative. We all have food, so I'm not worried about that, but honestly, can't a girl get a break?
If you gals would send some good vibes our way, I'd appreciate it. Things are hard everywhere, and I keep reminding myself of that, and what is it that they say? When it rains it pours? That's the truth!
Musings from our family in the Bluegrass http://sweetvioletmae.blogspot.com/ |
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ruralfarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
4309 Posts
Rene'
Prosser
WA
USA
4309 Posts |
Posted - Jun 29 2009 : 06:30:41 AM
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Jonni~
I will send some "good Karma" your way! I always say, one good thing about hittin' bottom is it is all "UP" from here :) Wishing you the best. Seems we have all been there at one time or another (or 20 LOL), seems to go down better when you know that others are sending good thoughts!
Rene~Prosser Farmgirl #185
http://www.maryjanesfarm.com/RFBlog/
www.twitter.com/RuralFarmgirl
Circumstances made us FRIENDS; MaryJane's has made us SISTERS :) |
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Annika
True Blue Farmgirl
5602 Posts
Annika
USA
5602 Posts |
Posted - Jun 29 2009 : 06:35:30 AM
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Jonni, you get my total and complete sympathies. Sending good vibes, mojo and general good well wishes.
Annika
Farmgirl & sister #13
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FebruaryViolet
True Blue Farmgirl
4810 Posts
Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
4810 Posts |
Posted - Jun 29 2009 : 07:30:28 AM
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Thanks girls...I'm waiting to feel the good vibes, mojo and all the other good stuff you can throw at me!!! It does make it a little more bearable knowing I have farmgirls in my court--a good source of strength, for sure!
Musings from our family in the Bluegrass http://sweetvioletmae.blogspot.com/ |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22941 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22941 Posts |
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4HMom
True Blue Farmgirl
720 Posts
Kelly
Montana
720 Posts |
Posted - Jun 29 2009 : 07:56:53 AM
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Hang in there Jonni! Sending you positive thoughts and Karma your way!
"Be the change you want to see in the world" -Gandhi |
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FebruaryViolet
True Blue Farmgirl
4810 Posts
Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
4810 Posts |
Posted - Jun 29 2009 : 08:01:20 AM
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Thanks, Alee and Kelly....I surely appreciate it. I'm feeling a bit more optimistic, and feel like I'm up for the challenge of making it through the week...
Musings from our family in the Bluegrass http://sweetvioletmae.blogspot.com/ |
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Calicogirl
True Blue Farmgirl
5216 Posts
Sharon
Bruce Crossing
Michigan
USA
5216 Posts |
Posted - Jun 29 2009 : 08:03:20 AM
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Oh Jonni,
I am SO SORRY! You have been on my heart alot lately. I am praying for things to look up for you (and they will!). Hang in there, things will get better. I'm also praying for God's provisions for you and your family and the peace and comfort that only He can bring.
~Sharon
By His Grace, For His Glory
http://merryheartjournal.blogspot.com/ |
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chaddsgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
843 Posts
Sarah
Farmgirl Sisterhood #639
MO
USA
843 Posts |
Posted - Jun 29 2009 : 11:44:10 AM
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Jonni,
Lot's of good vibes coming your way from me! I know your farm girl instincts will help you out in this situation, but that still doesn't make it any fun. Hugs and positive energy to you.
The chief source of failure and unhapiness is trading what you want the most for what you want at the moment. |
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Sheep Mom 2
True Blue Farmgirl
1534 Posts
Sheri
Elk
WA
USA
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Posted - Jun 29 2009 : 11:46:18 AM
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Here's sending you some positive energy. We have all been there a time or two. I know that doesn't make it any easier to bear but things tend to go in cycles for whatever reason. You will make it through even tho you may wonder how. Everytime we meet one of these challenging times in our lives and survive them, they just make us stronger and help us to know we really can get through just about anything.
Blessings, Sheri
"Work is Love made visible" -Kahlil Gibran |
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Amie C.
True Blue Farmgirl
2099 Posts
Finger Lakes Region
NY
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Posted - Jun 29 2009 : 11:52:10 AM
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FebruaryViolet
True Blue Farmgirl
4810 Posts
Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
4810 Posts |
Posted - Jun 29 2009 : 11:52:27 AM
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You're so right, girls--thanks so much for the good vibes and encouragement. We'll make it...we've been challenged before, that's for sure. I just got back from the bank, to deposit my measley little bit of extra and my favorite teller told me that her husband just lost his job on Friday, and she had to pay out $1000 on her car, and they had to cancel their little annual trip to the Smokey's and lost their $250.00 deposit and she said, like me, she was ready on Saturday to commit herself. I told her we could be cell mates if she was still going 
It helps to commiserate and know you're not the only one. Things can always be worse, and I just have to keep remembering that!
Musings from our family in the Bluegrass http://sweetvioletmae.blogspot.com/ |
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Sitnalta
True Blue Farmgirl
4208 Posts
Jessica
NJ
USA
4208 Posts |
Posted - Jun 29 2009 : 3:52:12 PM
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Jonni--
you and your little family are in my earnest prayers! This hits so close to home so I have a good idea what you are going through. It's going to get better for us all. It is hope that we believe in that gets us through until God moves in ways that only He can.
hugs
Jessie
Farmgirl Sister #235
"You are my strength when I am weak. You are the treasure that I seek. You are my all in all. Seeking You as a precious jewel; Lord, to give up I'd be a fool. You are my all in all."
Stop by my blog for a visit www.messiejessie2.blogspot.com |
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