| Author |
Hogs & Quiches & Prayers Round-up:  prayer request  |
|
|
countrymommy85
True Blue Farmgirl
898 Posts
Krystle
MT
USA
898 Posts |
 Posted - Mar 03 2011 : 07:37:26 AM
|
Hi,
I feel selfish asking for this but I am really struggling with some things going on in my life right now. The biggest one is my husband's job. He has to train in Europe for two months most likely starting the end of this month or the beginning of April. We were told he was going to be sent after Christmas which was fine because nothing goes on during those two months. We have two kids under the age of 18 months, just found out one is on the way (yay!).
Here is what I am struggling with. Since we have been married we haven't been able to spend one Easter together and I was really looking forward to making a lamb dinner this year. We have to miss Mother's Day. Since he won't be back until June I have to put up a fence in the other pasture by myself, fix the fence posts in the current pasture, paint it, till our garden, plant everything, put up a chicken run, fix the chicken coop up, butcher the meat birds in the beginning of may in between planting seeds and transplants, put up a pest fence around the garden area and make some raised beds for various herbs and a few extra garden plants.
All those things wouldn't be much because I do what I can during the day and then my husband comes home from work and he helps me do the stuff I couldn't do on my own. We have a great team work thing going on and now I have to be a single mom for two months during spring!
I am really trying to be positive about it because if he goes then he won't miss our kids birthdays. Well that is not guaranteed because when he gets home from the special training they could send him anywhere with no notice save for a few hours.
I knew I needed companionship when I got married so I knew it would be too hard and not fair to myself or my spouse if I married a military man. I married a mechanic and now I still have a traveling man. I know the work will got done in due time as of now I feel overwhelmed, especially because I get really sick when I'm pregnant.
I still don't have a friend support base here at the new place because while we live in a rural area it is hard to touch base with people who don't care about image. I'm really lonely and my only friend right now is my husband and when he leaves I don't have anyone near by!
I am sure I can meet more people once the Farmer's Market opens up and I am done moving in completely (hopefully another month I will be done!) so I won't feel so tied down to the house and getting everything situated here.
I could really use prayer that I will be able to positive things through this, not just the overwhelming negative side. Also that I will be able to meet some farmgirl sisters in the area so I won't be so alone so when my husband does have to travel (oh I wish he could get a different job!) then it won't seem so bad because I will have other friends to have company with. We have been trying to move out west and find a few acres in the mountains (no view necessary!) and a job where he won't have to travel. Besides an inner drive to get out there we don't have any leads. We found two properties we really like and could afford but no job within an hour or so of driving one way.
Thanks!
~We can make the world a better place for our kids and future generations by what we do today!~
http://countryrenaissance.blogspot.com
http://www.etsy.com/shop/SunflowersAndHoney |
|
|
maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
6784 Posts |
Posted - Mar 03 2011 : 08:21:44 AM
|
Krystle, Praying for you. :)
Hugs,
Hannah
Farmgirl sister #1219
Lifes not about the breaths you take, but the moments that take your breath away.
Just a small town country girl, farmgirl,loggergirl, trying to live her dreams. :)
P.s. I've been playing around with the spelling of my name ( weird I know) and I've decided that I will stick with Hannah for good. Sorry I got you all confused. Hugs!! |
 |
|
|
debtea2
True Blue Farmgirl
1853 Posts
deborah
nutley
nj
USA
1853 Posts |
Posted - Mar 03 2011 : 3:04:22 PM
|
prayers and postivie thoughts
for you and the congrats on the new little one to come
inch by inch we find our way
jersey farmgirl
#1330
|
|
|
|
kristin sherrill
True Blue Farmgirl
11303 Posts
kristin
chickamauga
ga
USA
11303 Posts |
Posted - Mar 03 2011 : 3:26:07 PM
|
My goodness! You do so much by yourself and with 2 very small children AND pregnant too? I am tired just reading all the things you do and the things that need to be done. You sound like a very strong person. My hubby is a truck driver and is gone weeks at a time. But our kids are grown. But I do alot of the things you do by myself. I have been talking about butchering 6 roosters and 2 turkeys. I have been dragging my butt about it. But now after reading this I am going to go do it, by golly! If you can do it then I surely can. I will pray that you will make some good friend's and the time will pass quickly for you and your hubby will be back before ya know it. Be strong and you will make it through this. I am proud of you for all you do. You are a true farmgirl for sure.
Kris
Happiness is simple. |
|
|
|
Mommyswanson
True Blue Farmgirl
463 Posts
Laura
Waukegan
IL
USA
463 Posts |
Posted - Mar 03 2011 : 7:27:59 PM
|
Praying for you Krystle!!
You sure are up there in Wisconsin, I'm right at the Illinois/Wisconsin border, I wish we were closer!!! You hang in there. Do you have friends & family you can call for some companionship at least over the phone? I know it's not the same but at least you get a chance to talk with an adult for a little while. If you don't hey girl message me I'll give you my number!! We're in the same time zone & I'm home all day!!!
Hugs!
Laura
"That which does not kill us makes us strong!" "I cast all my cares upon you Lord." |
|
|
|
Heartbroken farmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
604 Posts
Annette
rio vista
Ca
USA
604 Posts |
Posted - Mar 03 2011 : 9:34:38 PM
|
Will absolutely be praying for you. I have four children, and ny DH works 7 days a week. We just moved too. There is so much to start, set up, organize, believe me, I understand. I did not have a friend base in our new place until we found a home church. I can't imagine trying to do all of this pregnant. I too get so sick! Hats off to you, and prayers coming! Hugs&hearts.
The tears I shed then, watered the flowers I harvest now.
www.broken908.blogspot.com
http://forums.familyfriendpoems.com/broken908
"The aim of education is the knowledge not of facts but of values."-Dean William Ralph Inge |
|
|
|
Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Mar 04 2011 : 02:20:28 AM
|
Krystle, that's an awful lot on one farmgirl's plate. God love and bless you and your family - I will pray for you! Hugs - Nini
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
Farmgirl Sister #1974 |
|
|
|
texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4658 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
4658 Posts |
Posted - Mar 04 2011 : 05:14:36 AM
|
You are not selfish! You definitely have alot on your plate. Keeping you in my prayers. Keep us posted.
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE
http://sfgblog.maryjanesfarm.org/ |
|
|
|
Marcy
True Blue Farmgirl
2701 Posts
Marcy
Tiverton
Rhode Island
USA
2701 Posts |
Posted - Mar 04 2011 : 06:01:05 AM
|
Will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. You are not selfish in the least. You are a strong and amazing person that just has alot to deal with at the moment. I think any of us in the same situation would feel as you do. And if you ever need anyone to talk to, I am just an email away.
hugs
Marcy
Farmgirl #170
Since you get more joy out of giving joy to others, you should put a good deal of thought into the happiness that you are able to give...Eleanor Roosevelt
http://marcysworldofcreativity.blogspot.com/ |
|
|
|
LeighErica
True Blue Farmgirl
306 Posts
Erica
PA
USA
306 Posts |
Posted - Mar 04 2011 : 06:23:43 AM
|
Thinking and praying for you..I know how hard managing everything alone is because I am married to a military man. As you know, we spend alot of time apart and for long, long periods of time. The most important coping skill I have is to go easy on myself. Wether you have a support network or not, the majority of your time is spent alone dealing with the everyday chores and issues. So I know to give myself persmission to let some things go until I have the physical and/or mental energy to deal with them. First and foremost, you have to take extra good care of yourself so you have the capacity to take care of your family. Eat right, get enough sleep, exercise (what you can while being pregnant), just a little walk everyday could to the trick. Play with your kids, love your kids, and comfort them while Daddy is gone....they know, and do feel the seperation too. And learn to take issues that arise, no matter how big or small, day by day, and if that is too overwhelming, then it can be hour by hour, minute by minute. Truly there will be moments like that. Some things you may have to let go of depending on how important they really are. You will figure it out. As far as friends, I too am in somewhat of the same situation as you...we live in an area where we are a 1/2 hour from the base, on 5 acres, so neighbors really keep to themselves, and no family....this board has been a lifesaver and I have met alot of wonderful gals online. Maybe your hubby could talk to the men he works with and inquire if they will help you out with the big projects and check in on you weekly. Could you have a get together with his co workers and families so you can build friendships and support network that way?
Thinking of you Hugs, Erica |
|
|
|
prayin granny
True Blue Farmgirl
1874 Posts
Linda
Kansas
1874 Posts |
Posted - Mar 04 2011 : 1:56:06 PM
|
Krystle, praying for your strength and encouragement. You are at the right place here. Let the farmgirls be of an emotional and spiritual support for you. Perhaps there are some farmgirls within/or near your area that may be of some physical help to you?? It is soo very difficult when as young moms, so much is on our shoulders. Take care of yourself and when time allows, be good to yourself and enjoy quiet time as best that you can and re-charge.
Blessings, Linda
www.scatteredlittleblessings.blogspot.com
Country at Heart |
|
|
|
countrymommy85
True Blue Farmgirl
898 Posts
Krystle
MT
USA
898 Posts |
Posted - Mar 07 2011 : 1:15:43 PM
|
Thank you so much for your prayers. We should be finding out the exact dates he will be gone so then we can continue making plans. I will update as they come, I know the work will get done, I just have to take it one day at a time. Thanks so very much!
~We can make the world a better place for our kids and future generations by what we do today!~
http://countryrenaissance.blogspot.com
http://www.etsy.com/shop/SunflowersAndHoney |
|
|
| |
Hogs & Quiches & Prayers Round-up: prayer request |
|
prayer request
