batmobile Posted April 11, 2008 Report Share Posted April 11, 2008 Dear All, I have had such a busy time - both negatively and positively recently and have not really been able to post. Sometimes I have started and not finished as it is hard to know where to start, but I decided on this rainy Friday evening to say hello to you all again. As you know, just before Christmas, my husband and I moved to a house in the country, with 3.5 acres of land which includes an enclosed paddock with a stable. The house and land had been empty for 2 years so it is extremely overgrown, but quite frankly, we are so happy here, it is almost hard to comprehend.... the house is one house, but split in two and my parents live in one half, and we live in the other. Their dog (a retriever, 10 years old) who had lost her companion a few years ago looks about 5 years younger and is thrilled to have constant companions again (she adores our two) and to be honest, we have three dogs now, not two. The commute to work has increased, the convenience of a petsitter is out of the window at the moment (but I only work two days a week so they are only left then) and we have not sold our other house so paying 2 mortgages is crippling us but it is the dream and we feel very fortunate and that the sacrifices are worth it. I am really only telling you this because there are not many people to share it with and also, only the Fugees could appreciate what it must be like for the dogs to have rabbits, smells. a field and undergrowth on their doorstep. They are like pups again and whilst it wasn't done for them as such, a large part was secretly. In order to afford it, we could not do it alone, hence why we share with parents but in the end, it has given their dog a new lease of life which makes it even better. I do not want to sound like I am boasting - I am just very appreciative. I have depression, anxiety and this has been made worse by work who have recently made my life so awful, I had terrible, frightening thoughts, but coming back to this has made it easier to cope and not give up. Seeing the dogs running across the paddock after their ball or the retriever digging for moles makes my heart soar. I have been meaning to post some pics of the dogs playing etc but my husband has not got round to putting them in the gallery yet so you will have to be patient BUT, I will post them and if you can ignore the unsightly nettles and weeds, it looks quite nice. Basically, I wanted to say HI and that myself and the dogs are still around - I lurk a lot but have not posted much. I was so low at times, starting anything seemed too hard or would make me cry. Strange really. I hope it is all uphill from here. Love from me, hobbes, whisper and abby xxxxxxxxxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purple_mog Posted April 11, 2008 Report Share Posted April 11, 2008 lovely to see you back (from another recently returned fugee) and can't wait for the photos too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ingipops Posted April 11, 2008 Report Share Posted April 11, 2008 Lovely to see you posting Your new place sounds idyllic (sp) and am looking forward to lots of 'doggies in their new homes' pics I hope things at work improve soon, don't be a stranger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merledogs Posted April 12, 2008 Report Share Posted April 12, 2008 Hellooo Jo Nice to see you back and glad things are on the up for you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyMalc Posted April 12, 2008 Report Share Posted April 12, 2008 Heyyyy, I remember you and Hobbes! Your places sounds amazing, and I wish you all many happy years there. As for work, well I worked in a godawful place for 1 1/2 years but in the end I had the last laugh yesterday when I packed up and left, leaving them with a lot to sort out that I would of done if they hadn't been so awful. Life feels great this morning! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JulesB Posted April 12, 2008 Report Share Posted April 12, 2008 Sorry to hear you've not been too good, but it's nice to see you back We need pics of your home, it sounds fabulous Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redditchlady Posted April 12, 2008 Report Share Posted April 12, 2008 Hi hun, great to see you back Kazz xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ranirottie Posted April 12, 2008 Report Share Posted April 12, 2008 sorry to hear your spirits are low but your place sounds fantastic. I hope your other place sells quickly and that will be a huge weight off your shoulders,then perhaps you could find another job that you are happier doing.Sending love from me and mine x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gemstone Posted April 12, 2008 Report Share Posted April 12, 2008 Helllllooo Jo Your home sounds lovely but if you are ever visiting your old house or are around from work at lunchtime, drop me a PM and we can do lunch somewhere local Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yantan Posted April 12, 2008 Report Share Posted April 12, 2008 Good to see you posting Looking forward to seeing the photos Marion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathyw Posted April 12, 2008 Report Share Posted April 12, 2008 (edited) Tis nice to see your name again, I always imagine a fast car whenever I see it. Where you live sounds wonderful, truly a dream and when your other house is sold you have less worry. Re your work - Just think, when they are nasty, what you go home to every time you leave work. Two days of nasty people v 5 days of bliss. I wish you great joy in your new home but piccys are a must. Edited April 12, 2008 by Kathyw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
houndzrus Posted April 12, 2008 Report Share Posted April 12, 2008 hello, nice to "see" you. You've made a huge change for the better by the sound of it. i'm sure you will rid yourself of that job one day, and hope that you continue to feel better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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