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Post by JeepGirl on Sept 22, 2017 20:54:25 GMT
It has been rather quiet here lately and I am thinking, that could be a good sign. Then, on the other hand, maybe we are all just tired of talking about our estrangements and the bottom line is, other than praying, there really isn't much we can do.
I am not a Fall/Winter person, so this is not a good time for me (estranged or not). I just have to work at being more positive, seeing the glass as half full and keep busy. But there are those times, I just feel like (pardon the expression) crap. Already I am thinking about the Holidays and all the emotions that come with them.
But, in all honesty, with all that is going on in the world, I cannot have too much of a pity party. The horribly, destructive hurricanes, people homeless, earthquakes, North Korea, ongoing terrorism. I am always looking at our youth and just pray. What kind of world are they going to be living in. But, I am so thankful that many of them really don't have a clue (which I think is good) and life is moving ahead as normal for them.....school, sports, etc. This makes me wish I was involved in my estranged grands' lives. Like everyone here, we have so much love, wisdom and comfort to offer but are forced to go on with our lives without them.
Sorry, didn't mean to be a downer, I just wrote like this was my journal. I really did want to see how all of you were doing. As I was writing this, I thought how wonderful it would be if we all lived close to each other and could just get together and pray. How powerful would that be? But I know God still hears our prayers, even when we are apart. So prayers being lifted up for all of my sisters here. Thankfulness and praise to God for those going through reconciliation or in the process of and for those who are in a calm and peaceful state at this time. Prayers for God's comfort for those of us who may feel a little depressed and for His strength to pull us up and back on our feet. Love and Hugs Everyone! |
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Post by byhisgracealone on Sept 22, 2017 23:49:04 GMT
Oh Jeepgirl, I agree that it would be so nice if we were able to "meet," once a year or so, and share in person what we share on this site, and pray together! Hurricane Irma is gone now, but the clean up continues. I have co-workers who have only just received their power back in the last 48 hours. No AC, no hot shower water, no cooking. Just this morning on my way to work, I past a convoy of power trucks heading down the interstate. What an amazing site that was, to see out of state workers coming to help us. There had to be 30-40 utility trucks all traveling together. It really was very moving. I know all the frightening things happening in the world certainly make me feel closer to The Lord. I feel as though scripture is jumping off the pages. How calamities will grow more frequent and more intense as we grow closer to Our Lord's return. I can't help but believe He will return maybe in my lifetime. I pray for my ED and my GC, that they will turn to The Lord, and enjoy the fruits of salvation. (It's funny how you say you don't care for fall/winter. I feel the same way about spring/summer. I know in spring here in Florida, we're headed for 6 months of 90 degree heat.! )  |
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Post by lindajoan on Sept 24, 2017 1:39:58 GMT
My friends,
I am thankful for your safety especially in FL. I have been praying.
It has been discouraging with the world's events lately for sure. We need the Lord more and more.
I personally have been discouraged lately. Let's remember to pray for each other. I love you ladies.
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Post by renate9 on Sept 26, 2017 1:52:02 GMT
In my case I am still estranged from my daughter. No word whatsoever. I do plenty of crying over it too. Earlier I failed to mention that I am estranged from my sister as well. She claims to be a Christian. I don't know how they lay their head on the pillow at night and say to themselves I am glad I hurt another person.
Anyway I am beginning to have a life without them, however tough it is. Like the song says "All other is sinking sand."
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Post by brokenmama on Sept 26, 2017 17:13:55 GMT
My estranged daughter showed up in town, having been beaten by her husband. He is in trouble with the law for drugs. Again. After a grueling week she returned to him. She thinks I turned her in to Child protective services and i have been threatened, mocked and taunted by her and my ex husband (her own father sees her bruises and mocks me?) She threatened to call my doctor and tell him I was a drug addict..........I let my other adult child know what she said, because one of her threats was to call CPS on me. The only children i keep are my sons kids...and I considered that a threat to him....My son just shrugged. Everyone is indifferent to all this. I have felt like i am going insane. Only thing i can do is no contact ever with my daughter or my ex. People underestimate the danger of people like this. I didnt even think my ex was capable of such behavior and I've seen him act plenty bad before. This is a new low for them all. So I am attempting to go on.............I find it hard to pray, but i do pray. I thought my prodigal had come home. HA~! She was home a week then turned on me like an animal despite all i did to try and help her while she was here. I cannot open my door to her ever again. I cant imagine any situation where i would trust her. I dont know where she is at the present time and frankly i do not care. I DO care about my little grand daughter. She will be caught up in the system for the rest of her life unless God does a miracle......
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Post by JeepGirl on Sept 29, 2017 1:38:54 GMT
I hear you renate9 and I would say most of us are still estranged. Also, it is common for family members to get involved and take sides. This only adds to the situation and even family members don't truly know the details of our estrangements.
I know you said you are "beginning to have a life without them", but don't be surprised when those old emotions seem to come out of nowhere. That is part of the estrangement journey. Seems like just when we think we conquered and are in control of our emotions and past hurts, Bam....they reappear. And, how could they not? We don't stop being moms throughout our estrangements. It's okay and normal and just remember you can come here anytime and share. No judgment and we really do understand and will pray for you.
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Post by everloving11 on Sept 30, 2017 22:22:15 GMT
Oh, I feel all your pains....but remember, when the estranged prodigal returned home the father still had a son living with him who was possessive, hateful, and didn't understand. In other words, the Father has 'members' of His own family who reject Him --- only those who know they need Him return home. That's what I'm praying for our ES.
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