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« on: February 18, 2007, 04:24:47 PM »
Hi everyone!   :)

I had to take a break from here for a little while.  Stuff was becoming overwhelming out in the real world, and I needed a breather.  I missed everyone terribly though, and I hope you all are doing well. 

Just to update what's going on in my neck of the woods...

My friend/coworker was murdered last month, but it looks like they caught the guy this weekend.  I am sure you know what a huge relief this is.  I'm still sad and angry as hell, but at least he's not roaming the streets.  The kicker is, he was sentenced to 30 years for a previous attack, served 20 and was just recently paroled.  If he had been made to serve his entire sentence, this never would have happened.  I can't remember if I posted anything about this before, or if Erin might have, but here's links to the beginning and end of this case...

Right after she was killed:  http://www.news4jax.com/news/10821720/detail.html
When they caught the guy:  http://www.news4jax.com/news/11039232/detail.html

I previously wrote about my neck bothering me.  Well after several dr. visits, xrays, and a MRI, I have a referral to see a neurosurgeon.  Not looking forward to it, and the idea of surgery scares the crap out of me (never had surgery before), so I'm hoping I can avoid it if possible. 

Joe's been having trouble with his oxygen levels dropping.  They drop when he sleeps, walks, sits down, talks, whatever.  They don't know what is going on, he is schedule for more tests on March 12 I think.  Other than that, he's been ok.  He did have to have the roto-rooter thing done to his fistula recently, but what else is new?

We've been taking pre-adoption classes through the county this month.  We're about 1/2 way through and then we have to get a homestudy done, and then we'll be approved to adopt children in foster care.  Lots to think about, regarding this, but we see it as a step forward. 

I think that's about all the updates I have for now.   ;)  I have to go catch up on all the posts I've missed.   :popcorn;
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« Reply #1 on: February 18, 2007, 04:31:32 PM »
Good to hear from you Sara, will keep you and Joe in my prayers. Sorry about your co-worker, glad they caught they guy though. Glad to hear the adoption plans are moving forward, I know a child will get loving parents, again will keep that in prayer as well. Glad your back   ;D
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« Reply #2 on: February 18, 2007, 04:33:50 PM »
Hey Sara, Great to hear from you hope things improve soon. Take Care
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« Reply #3 on: February 18, 2007, 05:18:50 PM »
Great to hear from you Sara,

Erin posted about your friend. Sorry for your loss.

I hope the adoption classes end well for you, and that you can help some kids out. It's hard to find good homes these days.

I also hope all the tests you and Joe are going through don't find anything serious.

Thanks for checking in, we've missed you.
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« Reply #4 on: February 18, 2007, 06:13:20 PM »
Good to see you again Welcome back!! :clap;
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« Reply #5 on: February 18, 2007, 06:13:44 PM »
I am glad you are doing okay.  Good to have you back.  My prayers are with you.
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« Reply #6 on: February 18, 2007, 06:42:48 PM »
Wow Sara! Sorry about your friend! Hope they DO find what is causing your neck pain but discover it is minor and fixable withOUT surgery! Hope you get to adopt soon! Hope your hubby's oxygen stablizes / normalizes soon!

My prayers are with you!
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« Reply #7 on: February 18, 2007, 06:50:21 PM »
 :welcomesign; Back.. I hope you doing ok, and Joe too. Such a sad story. I used to live in Jacksonville.. 10 years, I miss it, even though theres less crimes where I am now. God bless you  :grouphug;
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« Reply #8 on: February 18, 2007, 09:31:01 PM »
So glad to have you back, Sara, what terrible trauma you have been through!  Hope you can put it behind you and look forward to the child you will bring into your lives.  My best to you and Joe, hope all turns out well.   :cuddle;
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« Reply #9 on: February 19, 2007, 01:06:59 PM »
I'm so sorry you've had to go through the horrible loss of your friend - glad they got the perp!

You (and Joe) are in my prayers, and I hope your neck problem turns out to be easily fixed!
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« Reply #10 on: February 19, 2007, 07:46:10 PM »
So good to hear from you again Sara.
We've missed you.
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« Reply #11 on: February 19, 2007, 07:51:13 PM »
Sara, thank you for checking in.  Best of luck on your adoption classes.  It would be great to be a foster parent.  Those kids need good homes.  Please come here for some support for yourself.  We care about you guys.

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« Reply #12 on: February 20, 2007, 10:56:35 PM »
We are so glad to see you posting again.  You were greatly missed.  Our caring thoughts and prayers are with you and Joe.  You have been truly given much to deal with, but I am assured that you will make it through.
Don't leave us for so long again.
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