Making my way out from under...

[carilyne]

For the most part I've been MIA in July. It was a struggle to get 4 layouts for the challenges done. And a few more. It's been the same elsewhere in life as well.
July was a difficult month. My son is getting divorced. I found out in May, was so busy in June that it was not so all consuming. July he had to move out of his house (he had moved but not everything). He was also really struggling with his soon to be ex who was being nasty. So a lot of time and energy went toward supporting him and trying to have healthy boundaries as well. By the end of the month I did give him a few rides to the house and my husband spent a day there just packing ruthlessly.
In the meantime I was struggling with school issues, money issues, heat issues, and who knows what else. My plans were frequently interrupted and I fell quite behind.
Things are better. The son is all moved and has made good progress on things. He is struggling with the emotions too now that he has that behind him. School is almost over. And their is hope on the horizon.
As I posted in the late year goals, I'm just starting with school year goals or maybe 16 month goals. It's going to be a time of change for me so who know. But I'm back and hoping to start scrapping more. Thank you to those who have kept in touch.

 

[staciahall]

Glad to hear things are getting a little bit back toward normal for you.

 

[Danyale]

It's always good to feel you have a re-newed sense of a starting point! Glad you feel good about getting back into things ♥

 

[scrapsandsass]

So sorry that everything has been so challenging. It is good to see that you are still here and you see the light at the end of the tunnel.

I can feel for you and your son. My brother went through something similar and is still dealing with the emotional side. It is hard.

Yay for you and back to scrapping!

 

[HeatherB]

Oh Carilyne, what a stressful time that must have been (and probably still is in part). Hugs to you and glad to see you back scrapping.

 

[gonewiththewind]

Wow! What a stressful summer!

So glad to hear that you have come out on the other side with goals and plans. And yippee for back to scrapping! It's the one thing that helps me deal with a variety of emotions and difficult circumstances!

 

[Amson]

What a stressful month. Divorce is so difficult for everyone. Hoping you get more sanity this month.

 

[Karen]

I'm so sorry to hear all this. I didn't know about your son. I hope that he can come through all these changes and emotions and come out on the other side stronger and happier. Good luck with school stuff too! (are you going back to school?) That'll be exciting! What are you going for?

 

[Nemla]

Deep breath, -shoulders back, -scrap ! Sending more positive thoughts your way !

 

[carilyne]

Thank you all. I didn't realize how much I still needed that boost of encouragement especially this morning. Karen I'm finishing my Master's Degree in less than 3 weeks! I'm so excited. My son is doing pretty good considering. He didn't want this divorce and it's been so hard. Plus she did this just after he saw the doctor for depression. So it was a little scary for a while. But he has fantastic roommates that include him in things, and he has good resources for helping with the down days. I'm so proud of him. Thanks again and just keep good thoughts and prayers coming.

 

[jk703]

Awww, Carilyne! Hugs. It's so hard to deal with our own difficulties and stresses... and then to try to help and deal with our kids difficulties and stresses is so hard! It sure sounds like he has a great support system available to him.

Good for you on finishing your Masters Degree! What an accomplishment!

Hoping this summer will shape up to a better one, and things calm down. Your creative outlet is here waiting.

 

[Lindzee]

Carilyne, I so hear you. Take heart, it takes time, but this too shall pass.

My son was thrown into divorce proceedings April, last year. Surprise to him as much as the rest of the family. Thankfully divorce in Quebec is no fault so they only had to work out the settlement (who owns what) details, but still.... He needed so much support emotionally. I thought we would not get through it. Its very scary when your child gets into this state.

Finally he is seeing a way clear, still wishes for a family and wife who is yet to be found, but has a great friend support system and close family to lean on. Some days are better than others, but I'm starting to see positive thinking and less support needed. I feel very proud that he sees the positive things now too.

Stay encouraged - Somehow things will always work out for the best. What didn't work out - wasn't meant to be anyway...

Hugs. Stay positive. Ours is not to reason why.