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Post by Marci on Jul 12, 2016 16:10:21 GMT -5
No posts since April. I think of you often. Hope all is as OK as it can be.  |
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Post by Mary Ann on Jul 17, 2016 11:13:31 GMT -5
Aw Marci, thank you for asking. I've been really busy. Much of my energy goes toward healing, as I'm sure you well know. Dang it's hard. Then I got hit by a tornado a few weeks back, and I'm dealing with the damage, the insurance adjustors, and repairmen. Not doing much of anything horsey, although Temperance has gotten some of my time and attention. I've ridden all of once this year. It's the longest I've ever gone in my adult life without riding. Mostly I ride the mower.  Hopefully things will smooth out soon. Such a state of constant flux. I think of you often, too; and I wonder how life's treating you. |
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Post by Marci on Jul 18, 2016 23:27:50 GMT -5
Glad its pretty much OK. But man a Tornado? Yikes! And yes, healing takes oodles of energy. (((((HUGS)))))
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Post by Yip on Jul 20, 2016 18:31:57 GMT -5
Sounds like you're doing as well as can be expected. Staying busy is a huge help. I'm so sorry about tornado damage. Is the barn ok! The animals?
Blessings to you, my friend.
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Post by Mary Ann on Jul 21, 2016 9:34:14 GMT -5
Most of the damage was trees and shingles. One board came off the barn, and I've already had it put back up. One shed has to be completely re-roofed, and so does the south and west side of the house. Also, the siding got dented by a falling tree branch and it's imperceptible, but the insurance company will cover the whole side; and if they can't find the same siding, they'll redo the whole house. There's a team outside cutting wood and grinding tops right now. Trees crashed on horse fence and that's been repaired. The worst, I think, is over. The insurance company is being AWESOME. State Farm. Yeppers, in a clinch, they rock.
Critters are all okay. I am too, although as I was filming what I thought was going to be the tornado moving north of me, it didn't go where it was expected. Suddenly the wind hit me like a cold fire hose and I skittered back in the house faster than you would believe. I grabbed the dogs and headed for the bathroom. I stood in the tub and felt my house shaking. This old, old, heavy, honest to goodness two inch by six inch frame, plaster and lathe house shook. Somehow I wasn't even all that scared; I just figured there'd be damage. One of the dogs peed on the floor. It got quiet for a second and then the house shook again. And then I heard this banging. It stopped and started again. Someone was at my door! When I went out and opened it, the screen came off in my hands. A lady was standing there, drenched, trying to get home and couldn't make it. How weird to have a stranger come and take a seat in your bathroom with you. I don't remember her name, but she was very nice.
And Marci, you're right; healing takes a lot of energy. Sometimes I'm so drained I can hardly stand. But I know I'll be okay. As the days go by, it does get a little easier.
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Post by Idaho Linda on Jul 24, 2016 12:24:19 GMT -5
I am so glad to hear that the tornado wasn't any worse. Those things really scare me--probably because they are so unpredictable. That must have been a pretty crowded bathroom! And, to have "company" just drop in like that... It makes a great story, one that I assume you will enjoy more in years to come.
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Post by Marci on Jul 25, 2016 13:14:55 GMT -5
You know MA when strangers show up like that they are usually Angels.
That must have been terrifying, but whats strange is after I lost Mark the fear of death is pretty much gone. Dying part, now that is something else-it looks painful. I guess it helps to have someone you love to look forward to seeing again.
State Farm rocks, I have them for my car, and I believe now that I will have extra cash without having to pay for a horse I will add some renters insurance. Even small dents can let water in and damage the wood inside. Maybe even leading to mold issues.
You know I find that with each smaller loss the pain from losing Mark comes back. Not as bad, but still there. I do miss my Shadow girl, and its sinking in that she is really gone.
Kerry's helping, I have a riding date, (be the first time in over a year) next Saturday. See I don't need another horse, I just borrow one of Kerry's.
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Post by Frostym on Aug 7, 2016 20:33:00 GMT -5
Mary Ann, my gosh! Praise the Lord you and your critters were spared from disaster and even the lady. As Marci says, she may have been an angel. The Bible says in Hebrews 13:2
“Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.”
Actually, you were her angel- giving her shelter like that.
Years ago a tornado passed over my house. My DH was out of town but our Australian Shepherd and I hid under the dining room table. I sang, "Jesus loves me, this I know..." and poor Remus' teeth chattered. It passed on with no damage, but I can imagine how you must have felt. I'm glad the insurance is taking care of it for you.
Grief is exhausting, but must be endured. It made my DMIL furious. I asked her why she was so mad and she said, indignantly,"I'm an escapist, but I can't escape this!" (((HUGS))). You'll be okay. I love you, dear friend. Let me know if I can help you.
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Post by Yip on Aug 31, 2016 13:24:38 GMT -5
Mary Ann, I've been thinking about you a lot lately and praying for you. Also Marci, Frosty, MK Smith.
I am doing mostly ok, with lots of diversions to capture my thoughts. Still, every night and weekends are so lonely. I'm not sure I would have had the clarity of mind to deal with a tornado so soon, so I applaud you.
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