OT - Hey! I'm back (long)

Hello everybody! Well, finally found out how to set this back up.
Paid dial up so no more time limit. Now for the catch-up.

Sorry to hear about Rebekah. Good luck with the auctions. Sending as
many positive vibes as I can share. Going through that kind of
treatment is stressful for all involved (been there, done that)

Kathy N-V - Sounds good on the pain front. Hope it works out and I'm
glad you've got good people around you (even the ones no one else
thinks are)

Sooz - glad you got Merc back. Sorry it's been so long. Hope
everything else is going good.

Everyone else (sorry if I'm not too detailed but I quickly skimmed
through 7000+ msgs last night so if I missed something, oops) I wish
you all the best. Everyone with headaches/migraines - I hope they're
not too debilitating and they go away. I know some of you have been
making some beautiful things but right now, time isn't really on my
side. I think I'm becoming Russian (rushing around, get it?)

Well, for me, the kids are doing great but life isn't. The state's
involved. Even to the point of going to court and the state getting
custody. I can't even let the kids play outside because I'm not
"right there" to watch them every second of every day. I'm going to
try not to go into details because it's a big mess. Hearing the DA is
involved. Pushing everything. Bringing up one incident from DH's
past (25 years ago) that could have had either him or the kids out of
the house. At least I got a compliment from the worker that the house
looked pretty good (hey, I try) Still looking for a bigger place to
live but not having much luck. There might be funds so we can at
least put a fence around the front yard (yeah, like we could afford to
do that) DH has been handling this pretty well. No major episodes
(even though this kind of stress is liable to send him off the deep
end) Any questions anyone might have, let me know via e-mail and I'll
share as much as I'm comfortable with (way too much in most cases) and
have time for. Just wanted to check in and say hi. And I'm still
around.

Later,

Helen C

OBR - uploaded some newer things to beadershaven if anyone wants to
take the time. Some done a while ago but still new to you. Got more
but that involves switching computers G

Helen you will be in my thoughts and prayers. I went through something very
similar and know how stressful it can be. Bug hugs to you.

--
Starlia Klopman
www.klopmanstudios.com


"Helen C" wrote in message
om...
Hello everybody! Well, finally found out how to set this back up.
Paid dial up so no more time limit. Now for the catch-up.

Sorry to hear about Rebekah. Good luck with the auctions. Sending as
many positive vibes as I can share. Going through that kind of
treatment is stressful for all involved (been there, done that)

Kathy N-V - Sounds good on the pain front. Hope it works out and I'm
glad you've got good people around you (even the ones no one else
thinks are)

Sooz - glad you got Merc back. Sorry it's been so long. Hope
everything else is going good.

Everyone else (sorry if I'm not too detailed but I quickly skimmed
through 7000+ msgs last night so if I missed something, oops) I wish
you all the best. Everyone with headaches/migraines - I hope they're
not too debilitating and they go away. I know some of you have been
making some beautiful things but right now, time isn't really on my
side. I think I'm becoming Russian (rushing around, get it?)

Well, for me, the kids are doing great but life isn't. The state's
involved. Even to the point of going to court and the state getting
custody. I can't even let the kids play outside because I'm not
"right there" to watch them every second of every day. I'm going to
try not to go into details because it's a big mess. Hearing the DA is
involved. Pushing everything. Bringing up one incident from DH's
past (25 years ago) that could have had either him or the kids out of
the house. At least I got a compliment from the worker that the house
looked pretty good (hey, I try) Still looking for a bigger place to
live but not having much luck. There might be funds so we can at
least put a fence around the front yard (yeah, like we could afford to
do that) DH has been handling this pretty well. No major episodes
(even though this kind of stress is liable to send him off the deep
end) Any questions anyone might have, let me know via e-mail and I'll
share as much as I'm comfortable with (way too much in most cases) and
have time for. Just wanted to check in and say hi. And I'm still
around.

Later,

Helen C

OBR - uploaded some newer things to beadershaven if anyone wants to
take the time. Some done a while ago but still new to you. Got more
but that involves switching computers G

On 16 Jul 2004 15:20:48 -0700, (Helen C) wrote:

Hello everybody! Well, finally found out how to set this back up.
Paid dial up so no more time limit. Now for the catch-up.

Helen! Great to see you back and sorry for the downs and thankful for
your highs sweetie.

--
Margie
http://www.picturetrail.com/margiek

Helen,

So glad to see you back. I was going to write you today - at least a quick
note. Been thinkin' about you and haven't had time to call, either. It seems
I'm either working or chasing the baby. You KNOW what that's like.

If there's anything I can do to help, let me know. I know I'm far away, but
I'm a good 'ear'. :-0

Hugs to you all!
Barb

Hey, Helen! Hope things take a trun for the better soon. Sheesh.

Yes, Merc's back, and he's blissed.....having a lovely time with his mom and
stepdad. :-)
~~
Sooz

Thanks to all who responded. Just knowing that you are all here is
good enough for me. Did you know you're a support group? At least
you are for me. Which explains why I've been going nutz trying to
figure out how to read this darned thing. Found a free news server
and plugged it into outlook but not sure how to set it up for posting
so I do that through google. Makes it interesting. Agree about DH
leaving before the kids. Not even a question there but need to find
him a "safe" place. Since I'm basically the only one that can handle
him. But if it comes down to it, he got by without me before, he can
do it again. Same for me. And in some ways it would make my life
easier (more boring, but easier) But that's a worst case scenario.

So, if anyone has any advice, feel free to share it with me. Maybe
it'll help me. Or give me some ideas. I sure missed all of you.
Very much. Even with all the good, bad and otherwise. Especially
with all of that. Helps put things into perspective.

Take care and hugs to those who need them,

Helen C

Welcome Back, Helen. So sorry for all the stuff going on right now. I hope
it clears up soon.


--
Jerri
www.beadbimbo.com


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Helen,

Youre bead work is lovely! I love the one with the butterfly!

--
Jerri
www.beadbimbo.com


"

Oh my gosh! Helen, I don't know what's going on but I wish you the very
best in getting it straightened out.

Welcome back!

-Kalera
http://www.beadwife.com
http://www.snipurl.com/kebay


Helen C wrote:
Hello everybody! Well, finally found out how to set this back up.
Paid dial up so no more time limit. Now for the catch-up.
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