Last time I wrote something, I was noting how busy life is, and since that post in July, my observations have proved to be correct. I flew to Detroit for five days to try to help Denise while they are in the process of moving (I did pack a couple of boxes, and got to spend time with Jackson, Luke and Grant), but I wish I could have been more helpful. Then I returned to work and have been dealing with lots of family tragedies with some of our staff - the death of a spouse (not unexpected but the future for the family is full of unknowns) and a family dealing with one income and suddenly, because of some past issues with their car, needing to come up with $1,000+ to get their car out of the impound lot - we were concerned that the staff member was on the verge of a breakdown. A term I really don't care for (because I first heard it from a member of a political party I'm not affiliated with), "It's takes a village", proved true for this staff member. Due to the generosity of fellow staff members, a collection was taken and this, together with a loan from a family member, enabled the family to get their car back. It was interesting to see how quickly life can change in an instant - the finality of death, and the unknown economic future we all face in these trying times.
So, today I decided to try to get some projects done I've been meaning to tackle over the past several months. The door bell rang twice this morning - one visitor brought me bushel of peaches and another visitor brought me a bag of tomatoes. I guess I'll be canning today instead of working on those other projects. It seems as if I'm destined to be busy for awhile longer. And wouldn't you know it - today the outside temperature will go up again and we will, once again, be hot and humid - just in time to heat up the kitchen while I'm canning. And I still have to plan a lesson for my Sunday School class. In the words of an advertising campaign from long ago, "Calgon, take me away"
Finding Grace by Loretta Rothschild (audiobook)
16 hours ago
what happened with the electricity at bowie? Very sad about the family with the death. I hope they continue to get the support they need.
ReplyDeleteWell, I think you used a quote that someone from a political party that you don't agree with used a while back..."It takes a village..." :0)
ReplyDeleteWe are so glad that you came and had it not been for you, I would still be at that house packing. As of today, we have only a Christmas tree and the w/d at the old place. I'd say that is quite an accomplishment.
You certainly are a busy woman! How bout taking a day for "Helen". Maybe, just maybe you need to do that for yourself! It would do you a world of good. Sounds like you were a big help to Denise! Take care, my sister...Luv and hugs...Sue
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