My heart hurts and aches for all the parents /aunts/grandparents that are here- yet the support and understanding is like no other.
Last week we encountered an ICE storm that caused thousands of power outages in our community. My parents were with out electricity for 7 days So My folks stayed with us during that time. We encountered power outages off and on- but we have a generator for back up. Our landlines (phones) were down for 2 days and we did not have an internet connection for 4 days due to the ice. Cell phone use was also limited due to the reception in the area.
It's strange how something like this no longer has the same effect on me now that it once did- it is not devastating to have temporary set backs, down lines, building, tree and landscape damage but to some-it's a drastic dramatic loss. It's not devastating - it's only a termporay inconvenience. All of this can be fixed.
I am glad that others can not relate, do not understand, and that they have not had to wear these shoes,,,,yet it's so confusing for me to hear of their temporary hardships which are openly discussed and acknowledged.
I'm not trying to complain - it was just an observation.
The only inconvenience for me - was that I missed this website and you guys- I know that sounds weird, but I missed not being able to log on, read or post. The support and comfort gained from this forum is what it is. Yes it is tough to read the posts some times, see new posts from new members on the forum, yet it's a support like no other because all of you can painfully relate and understand.
I'm sorry we are here-and wish everything was different for each one of us. Yet wanted to thank each of you for your support, encouragement and thoughtfulness.
Wadesmom