My family's had a bit of stress to deal with lately. Our house is sold, but if we don't resolve some legal issues, the bank is going to foreclose before we can close on it, leaving us with nothing. My Mom is single and has five of her kids living at home and has been doing all she can for a very long time. My Dad hasn't sent the full amount of child support he owes in months, and keeps promising to help but not following through. And then today the company we were going to rent a small apartment from so we can move in a couple weeks backed out on us unexpectedly.
My Mom is so stressed out that she's making herself sick. She has an acute stomach pain and swelling and feels like she has to vomit but only air comes out. We're trying everything and I'm keeping a close eye on her to make sure she doesn't develop a fever. The medical sources I've read say that if she has an obstructed intestine she'd be constipated and have a fever and so far she hasn't developed either of those. I know this can be a serious thing, but she doesn't have any medical insurance and a huge emergency room bill will ruin us. I told her that I'd take her in to town, though, if anything gets worse.
We just need a couple miracles, so if any of you can include our family and my Mom specifically in your prayers (her name is Katy Majors) I would really appreciate it.
Posted by King of Men (Member # 6684) on :
Ouchness. I don't do prayers, but have some good wishes.
Posted by Epictetus (Member # 6235) on :
((Annie)) you will be remembered in my prayers.
Posted by Narnia (Member # 1071) on :
Jeez Annie, hang in there. I'll definitely be praying for you guys. (((Majors family)))
Posted by beverly (Member # 6246) on :
Annie, I wish there were more we can do to help. But we will pray for you.
Keep us posted.
Posted by rivka (Member # 4859) on :
Prayers and good wishes headed your way.
Your mom is really lucky to have you, Annie.
Posted by Raia (Member # 4700) on :
(((((Annie and Family))))) Good luck. My thoughts are with you.
Posted by Anna (Member # 2582) on :
I'll keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers, Annie.
Posted by JenniK (Member # 3939) on :
Kwea and I will keep your family and especially your mom in our prayers.
Posted by Telperion the Silver (Member # 6074) on :
((Annie))
Posted by Bob_Scopatz (Member # 1227) on :
We'll keep you in our prayers.
Posted by quidscribis (Member # 5124) on :
Annie, it really sucks. I hope it'll work out soon. I'll pray for you, too.
Posted by Tatiana (Member # 6776) on :
Annie, have you talked to the bank and told them about the impending sale? I'm sure they'd rather not foreclose if they can avoid it.
<prayers for Annie and family>
<<<<<<<<<<<hugs>>>>>>>>>>>>
Posted by Tammy (Member # 4119) on :
Ah Annie, what a comfort you must be to your mom. ((((Annie and family))))
Posted by Jim-Me (Member # 6426) on :
Prayers said. More forthcoming.
Posted by ElJay (Member # 6358) on :
*hugs*
Good thoughts and good luck coming your way.
Posted by bunbun (Member # 6814) on :
You're in our thoughts, Annie. Hang in there.
Eve & Rob
Posted by Farmgirl (Member # 5567) on :
Many prayers going out on behalf on your family, Annie.
I still have your mom's e-mail address somewhere. I'm goint to drop her a note.
Farmgirl
Posted by His Savageness (Member # 7428) on :
It seems like the really bad stuff happens before or during a mission for whatever reason. While I was on my mission my parents had to sell their house and come back from their mission because of financial troubles. Everything will work out. You and your family are in my prayers.
Posted by katharina (Member # 827) on :
*hugs Annie* Will do. Wow - I'm sorry. That's a lot to deal with. Best wishes to your mother and the family.
Posted by Corwin (Member # 5705) on :
((((Annie & family))))
Posted by UofUlawguy (Member # 5492) on :
I don't understand why a bank would foreclose when the house is actually being sold. After all, when it's sold, they should automatically get their money. If they foreclose, they could very well not get the full amount. Seems like a no-brainer.
That said, I do hope things get better for you and your family.
Posted by Vána (Member # 6593) on :
Wow, Annie. I've got prayers for you and your family. I really hope this all works out well, and quickly.
Posted by Annie (Member # 295) on :
My Mom does seem to be feeling a little better this morning, so thanks for all the help and support so far.
Posted by kwsni (Member # 1831) on :
::Miracle vibes for Annie and family::
Ni!
Posted by ketchupqueen (Member # 6877) on :
*prays for Annie's family, and especially Annie's mom*
Satan sure does work hard when you're doing these major life choice things, doesn't he? (((hugs)))
Posted by romanylass (Member # 6306) on :
((((Anniefam))))
I hope everything works out, and your mom can stay calm enough not to get sick. If she does homeopathy, some Calms Forte or Ignatia Amara might help her.
Posted by Morbo (Member # 5309) on :
Wow, financial problems and health problems at the same time, that's rough.
I'm glad she's feeling better today. I will pray for her and your family, Anneke.
Posted by Sopwith (Member # 4640) on :
Prayers to you and yours. Be strong, better days are ahead.
Posted by Elizabeth (Member # 5218) on :
Prayers headed your way, Annie.
Posted by Annie (Member # 295) on :
Mom's doing a lot better. It's amazing how non-threatening the having no house situation seems now that I'm not all worried that my Mom's going to die. Refreshing, really. Maybe that was the point.
Thanks for the one miracle so far - that's pretty good, guys!
Posted by mothertree (Member # 4999) on :
Yeah, after my nephew getting leukemia, when my daughter had mono it was like "whatever." (Nephew is trucking along with a lot of chemo and stuff- Daughter was only a ragdoll for about 6 days).
So what is up with the bank? Would you like someone to call them on your behalf?
Posted by Peter (Member # 4373) on :
(((((Majors))))))
&
Prayers, definitly.
Posted by Rappin' Ronnie Reagan (Member # 5626) on :
((((Annie and family))))
Posted by Annie (Member # 295) on :
quote:So what is up with the bank? Would you like someone to call them on your behalf?
It's a long and sordid tale. We are getting good advice and trying to do all we can, it's just a matter of waiting to see if things go through.
Posted by Kwea (Member # 2199) on :
As JenniK said, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kwea
Posted by Annie (Member # 295) on :
As an update: Mom is doing much better - we think it was food related because it went away very quickly.
Also, we found an apartment to move into! Now it's just a matter of getting ten years' worth of clutter moved. But things are looking up. Posted by katharina (Member # 827) on :
Yay!! I'm so glad. Posted by Jon Boy (Member # 4284) on :
Hooray! Good luck with the moving. Right now Ruth and I are worrying about getting our two years' worth of clutter moved this weekend. Ten years' worth sounds daunting.
Posted by Jim-Me (Member # 6426) on :
Excellent news... good luck!
Posted by rivka (Member # 4859) on :
I've done ten years' worth, and it is daunting. Start as soon as possible. I recommend the Fling Boogie method.
One really good thing: you will be amazed at how much you can get rid of and/or give away -- and by what a relief it will be!
I need to get started on my junk . . .
Posted by mothertree (Member # 4999) on :
14.5 years of marriage = 14.5 years of clutter = Posted by Annie (Member # 295) on :
Oh, I'm all about flinging boogie. I just gotta get everyone else out of the house so they can't object while I do it.
Posted by romanylass (Member # 6306) on :
That's good news! I hope the move goes well.
Posted by Hobbes (Member # 433) on :
I'm glad things are working out.
Hobbes Posted by The Silverblue Sun (Member # 1630) on :
(((much love)))
may you and your family find smooth sailing and a sweet sunrise.
Posted by Jon Boy (Member # 4284) on :
quote:Originally posted by rivka: One really good thing: you will be amazed at how much you can get rid of and/or give away -- and by what a relief it will be!
We're throwing a lot of stuff away and then doing a yard sale. It really does feel good to declutter.
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