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Hogs & Quiches & Prayers Round-up:  A Distressing Incident  |
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Audra Rose
True Blue Farmgirl
2278 Posts
Vanessa
Brooksville
KY
USA
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 Posted - Jan 23 2023 : 6:32:27 PM
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This last Sunday as we were going home from church, my husband, who was behind us in the truck, stopped at a neighbor's house to tell them their dog was loose. A young man who lived there, and who was on drugs, had the delusion that my husband was watching him and bugging his cellphone. Then he attacked my husband, ripping his shirt and choking him. The man's mother tried to stop him but he cursed her and threatened my husband. Jeff managed to get in the truck and called the local dispatch. Then the young man got in his car and tried to hit our truck, my husband had to swerve to avoid him. Luckily a deputy stopped the guy and he is in jail now.
We are taking measures to keep our home secure in case he is released.His name is Christopher. I hope he can get treatment for his addiction and I feel pity for his family. Because their house is only a half mile from us, it is a concern but I refuse to be afraid.
Vanessa
Farmgirl Sister #6754
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
6717 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
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Posted - Jan 23 2023 : 6:44:18 PM
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Oh my goodness Vanessa please stay alert and stay safe. I will keep you and your hubby in my prayers. I hope the young man gets the help he needs so you can feel safe again.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
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Dreamer42
True Blue Farmgirl
2694 Posts
April
Central
Oregon
USA
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Posted - Jan 23 2023 : 8:37:34 PM
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Oh Vanessa, thank goodness your hubs is safe, you too. And, yes, I hope this young man gets help. You can't live in fear, but you do need to be safe and aware to keep yourselves safe. Drugs are no joke and surely make the users do things they wouldn't normally do. We're getting more users and drug busts here in central oregon as well. It's scary. Do you have a ring doorbell or any sort of security alerts on your home? Motion sensor lights? Those may help deter any ill intentions? Sending prayers your way. xo
Dreamer42
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suny58
True Blue Farmgirl
4407 Posts
Dianna
Jack
Al.
USA
4407 Posts |
Posted - Jan 24 2023 : 08:04:42 AM
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Holymoly!! That IS SCARY Vanessa!! Sad too because there are more and more mentally ill people out there who aren't getting the help they need! Honestly, there are a lot who.need help and are not getting it. I'm with you, I won't live in fear but.like April said, security systems like Ring, Simply safe and ADT are great! Simply safe.and ring are also fairly inexpensive but ALL worth the excellent of mind!! Thankful your hubs wasn't hurt!!
Farmgirl #7103
FGOTM January 2018
Dianna
"Blessed are they that see beautiful things in humble places, where other people see nothing." Pissarro |
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darlenelovesart
True Blue Farmgirl
7714 Posts
darlene
Loleta
California
USA
7714 Posts |
Posted - Jan 24 2023 : 08:22:33 AM
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Vanessa horrible! Be careful! Is the guy still in the home!
My prayers of safety go with you all!
Blessings
Darlene
Trust in your faith, not your emotions, when it comes to making life’s decisions.
I have learned that to have a good friend is the purest of all God's gifts, for it is a love that has no exchange of payment.
by Frances Farmer
Just. follow God unquestionably Because you love Him so, for if you trust His judgment there is nothing you need to know.
I TRUST IN YOU JESUS
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FGOTM June 2013
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AussieChick
Sharpshooter
365 Posts
Cindy
Bend
Oregon
USA
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Posted - Jan 24 2023 : 12:20:15 PM
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Praying for you & your husband, Vanessa. What a scary situation!! I sure hope Christopher gets some help for his addictions. Is his mother ok? That must be a difficult situation for her to live with too.
Farmgirl #6058
Farmgirl Sister of the Year 2021
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AndreaPA
True Blue Farmgirl
541 Posts
Andrea
Factoryville
PA
USA
541 Posts |
Posted - Jan 24 2023 : 3:51:29 PM
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Vanessa that is so scary! I hope he gets the help he needs.
Andrea
Farmgirl# 8166
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MBurns
True Blue Farmgirl
1857 Posts
Marlene
Swisher
IA
USA
1857 Posts |
Posted - Jan 25 2023 : 05:46:41 AM
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Prayers Vanessa. That was scary!
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6663 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6663 Posts |
Posted - Jan 25 2023 : 4:13:05 PM
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Wow, Vanessa, what a scary interaction with his young man!! I am glad your hubby was not injured. Hopefully, like you say, he will get the help he needs for his drug dependency.
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015
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Jokamartell
True Blue Farmgirl
1627 Posts
Karen
Kennewick
WA
USA
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Posted - Jan 25 2023 : 7:38:53 PM
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Vanessa, I’m so sorry this happened. How scary. Prayers for you, hubby, and the neighbors as well.
Karen :)
To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha |
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Lacey
Chapter Guru
191 Posts
Rea
Davis
Ca
USA
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Posted - Jan 25 2023 : 8:50:54 PM
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Oh my goodness Vanessa I am glad your husband was able to get away with no injuries. Scary times and to many young adults turning to drugs hope he gets the help he needs.
Rea Nakanishi
Farm Girl Of The Month Jan. 2022
“Action is the foundational key to all success.”
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ddmashayekhi
True Blue Farmgirl
4759 Posts
Dawn
Naperville
Illinois
USA
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Posted - Jan 26 2023 : 06:23:34 AM
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That is quite terrifying Vanessa. My oldest son is a police officer and said the scary hard drugs totally change a person and they are beyond reason. I do hope he gets into a treatment program quickly to deal with his addiction. Your family can just be more alert and maybe install an alarm system and motion lights for outside. Also be quite careful while on the road. There's a chance this young man may not even remember the incident at all.
Be safe!
Dawn in IL
The fireside is the tulip bed of a winter day.
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Audra Rose
True Blue Farmgirl
2278 Posts
Vanessa
Brooksville
KY
USA
2278 Posts |
Posted - Jan 26 2023 : 5:01:21 PM
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Unfortunately Christopher is no longer in jail. Not sure if he returned to his parents.
We have parked our vehicles in the garage, and there a lot of red trucks around, so I figure we will be under the radar. We have barky dogs to alert us and we've locked both knobs and deadbolts. I too am hoping he won't remember - it's not like they were friendly neighbors, and now I can understand why.
Vanessa
Farmgirl Sister #6754
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windypines
True Blue Farmgirl
4313 Posts
Michele
Bruce
Wisconsin
USA
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Posted - Jan 26 2023 : 5:38:20 PM
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Sorry to hear this, it is terrible. Take care.
Farming in WI
Michele
FGOTM June2019
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darlenelovesart
True Blue Farmgirl
7714 Posts
darlene
Loleta
California
USA
7714 Posts |
Posted - Jan 26 2023 : 10:23:14 PM
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Praying for safety Vanessa!
Take care!
Darlene
Trust in your faith, not your emotions, when it comes to making life’s decisions.
I have learned that to have a good friend is the purest of all God's gifts, for it is a love that has no exchange of payment.
by Frances Farmer
Just. follow God unquestionably Because you love Him so, for if you trust His judgment there is nothing you need to know.
I TRUST IN YOU JESUS
#4943 - March 2013
FGOTM June 2013
FGOTY 2016
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Audra Rose
True Blue Farmgirl
2278 Posts
Vanessa
Brooksville
KY
USA
2278 Posts |
Posted - Jan 27 2023 : 5:41:55 PM
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Today when I was in our Courthouse I spoke to the Sheriff. He told me Christopher brain was fried by Meth, he'd often called 911 because he thought someone was bugging his phone. He was of the opinion that he wouldn't remember the incident and wouldn't know who we were.
Doors are still locked just in case, but I'm vastly relieved.
Vanessa
Farmgirl Sister #6754
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13664 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
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darlenelovesart
True Blue Farmgirl
7714 Posts
darlene
Loleta
California
USA
7714 Posts |
Posted - Jul 27 2023 : 09:33:51 AM
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Vanessa take care, those drugs make them so crazy!
Your in my prayers, keep alert and safe!
Is sad how these people ruin the peace and comfort of a neighborhood!
Your in my continuing prayers and thoughts!
Hugs
Darlene
Trust in your faith, not your emotions, when it comes to making life’s decisions.
I have learned that to have a good friend is the purest of all God's gifts, for it is a love that has no exchange of payment.
by Frances Farmer
Just. follow God unquestionably Because you love Him so, for if you trust His judgment there is nothing you need to know.
I TRUST IN YOU JESUS
#4943 - March 2013
FGOTM June 2013
FGOTY 2016
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Audra Rose
True Blue Farmgirl
2278 Posts
Vanessa
Brooksville
KY
USA
2278 Posts |
Posted - Jul 27 2023 : 4:52:19 PM
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The perpetrator is in jail in another county,so he will be out of the way for a long time.
Vanessa
Farmgirl Sister #6754
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darlenelovesart
True Blue Farmgirl
7714 Posts
darlene
Loleta
California
USA
7714 Posts |
Posted - Jul 27 2023 : 6:12:35 PM
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That’s good to hear!
Darlene
Trust in your faith, not your emotions, when it comes to making life’s decisions.
I have learned that to have a good friend is the purest of all God's gifts, for it is a love that has no exchange of payment.
by Frances Farmer
Just. follow God unquestionably Because you love Him so, for if you trust His judgment there is nothing you need to know.
I TRUST IN YOU JESUS
#4943 - March 2013
FGOTM June 2013
FGOTY 2016
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