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Another update—maybe you remember some of this. My husband worked through the pandemic but lost his job once it ended. I got a part-time job in real estate and property management in BC. He found work again, but in 2023, the girls' mom passed away, which deeply affected our family. Our eldest struggled with suicidal thoughts, but with therapy, congregation support, and shepherding visits, we got through it.
My husband eventually quit his job since I had the more stable career, and he now stays home with the girls. Recently, he’s been struggling with diabetes and had to go to the hospital due to cellulitis. I’m the main breadwinner, and sometimes I feel like a Weeble wobble—knocked down but popping back up. My service time took a hit, but Zoom meetings and supportive sisters keep me going.
With real estate slowing down, I had to cut back at work, which freed up Fridays. Now I have three full days for service. After five long years of feeling stuck, I finally asked for and received some territory to work. The dog still lives! (Ecc 9:4)
From 2016-2021....
In the last five years, I went from a full-time employee in a high-stress job, to found a tumour in my chest, then went back to work. Had a full hysterectomy (no wimpy laparoscopy for me, always gotta do everything the hard way) after they discovered a pumpkin sized growth in my uterus, my husband lost his job, twice. His Dad died, and mine had emergency surgery. My aunt died. Adopted two children, and then moved one province over and 1400 km away (it was a fantastic move) Got bit up by the family dog and needed 18 stitches, had to put him down because he had a brain tumour. Started homeschooling during a pandemic. I have to say Jehovah ❤️ is good. He's sustained me through one trial after another, and I haven't lost my sanity yet.
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It seems the friends are going through one fiery trial after another these days. You are not alone. Do what you can, and don't feel bad about what you can't. You know your best. And Jehovah knows your best.
It may be less than it was before. Or it might be more. It may be fantastic this week, but next week...not so much.
We serve a very reasonable and happy God. And remember, no matter what you do, whether great or small, he wants you to be happy too!
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Saw two deer today, a mama and her baby. It was just too adorable not to take a photo.
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If anyone finds my motivation, could you please send it back? It left with my executive function. Brain fog and I are now permanent roommates, and anger (read this as incandescent rage from being a long term door mat) is my constant companion.
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Thank you dear Sister Sharon for sharing your problems with us. I too despair with my inability to get anything done- my housework (4 room double storey house) without a single help from Aspies husband. I'm old, my knees hurt from a recent fall. I was really feeling sorry for myself.
Until that is, recently I was told this news : this 68 year old sister who lived in a 3 storey house had a fall in her kitchen. She landed in private hospital with injuries to her pelvis. Now she take 1 1/2 hours just to go from her hospital bed to the bathroom.
Makes me rethink how fortunate we are having the ability to move around freely. Still the internal demons just gnaw at our self worth from day to day. A vicious cycle that makes us so despondent.
Praying for you sister. Love and hugs.
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If I like your comments from 2-3 years ago, it's because I've just read them now. Think of it as a resurrection of your posts.
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