by kustomkuddle 28 Feb 2019

It is so good to be back. I have really missed you all. Trying to catch up on all that has been happening. I have not been well since before Christmas. Surgery the beginning of Feb. Still recovering and not much energy yet. Lots going on with the children we are raising. The oldest (he is 11) has been talking of running away and also of harming himself. So lots of appointments with psychiatrist and counseling. Both kids have been in counseling for several years. We are not sure what set this episode off. We are hopeful that the news we received yesterday will help improve both of their outlooks. Their mother called yesterday to let us know that she has gotten parole and will be released the end of May. Happy dances all around. Her situation was a tragedy in the making. Her then husband decided to take her and the kids along with 2 of his cronies on a ride half way across the state to commit an armed robbery. She and the kids were his "alibi." Because she did not drive off while he was in the house, they arrested her as well. We later found out that he had been abusive to her and the kids and some broken bones we thought were accidents, were actually caused by him. He had also threatened to kill her or her family if she ever left. This may sound strange, but we are actually glad that he committed this crime.( not for his victims, I would not wish that on anyone). but because he got caught and thus is no longer hurting anyone. With both of them in prison, his hold on her has broken and she has become the wonderful young woman she used to be. God surely works in mysterious ways. It has been a difficult 5 years but so much good has come out of it. Thank you for listening.

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by crafter2243 Moderator 28 Feb 2019

You are so right. God works in mysterious ways and out of bad comes good. I am glad you stopped by and let us know what is going on in your life. I pray that your health will improve and the children will do better. Hopefully when they are back with their mom things will change. Keeping all of your family in my prayers.

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by pennifold 28 Feb 2019

Dear Debbie, welcome back and I'm so sorry to read all of what you have been through. I'm so glad that things are looking up from now on. Please be assured of our prayers for you all and hopefully time will heal the past hurts. Love Chris

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by dragonflyer 28 Feb 2019

Glad you felt well enough to pop in for a Hello! Wishing a full and speedy recovery.

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by asterixsew Moderator 28 Feb 2019

Welcome back. Life sounds as if it's been very stressful. Wishing you all the best for a good 2019

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by graceandham 28 Feb 2019

Tell her (and yourself) that God gives back the years that were taken away. I really believe her life and yours and the kids' can be wonderful again.

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by 02kar Moderator 28 Feb 2019

Glad to have you back in the Cute Family again It sounds like the past 5 years have been very tough on everyone, but hopefully better times are coming for all of you. Better health for you, having their mom back for the kids. My prayers for you all. I know it will be a tough transition for their mom especially. Such a shame she has had to pay such a terrible price but my prayers are for healing for you all and for many years of health and happiness for you all.

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by zoefzoef 28 Feb 2019

I bet it is not easy to handle all these problems, just know that we have good listeners in these group and people who care. Just reach out to us we are there for you and your family. Glad to,see you back. Hugs Linda

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by dailylaundry 28 Feb 2019

You have had a lot on your plate. Not easy raising grandkids especially with you not feeling up to par. Hope the kids get what they need to deal with everything. Good thoughts for your daughter too! Take care! Laura

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