At last, a word from my DH

[linaewen]

Hubby couldn't email yesterday as their internet connection was down. But he dropped me a note this morning, and I'm hoping to hear more before it's his time to go to sleep.

He was allowed in to our place in the restricted area and was able to load up all our stuff into two trucks. Sounds like he just loaded up everything, without bothering to sort through it, so he will still have to do that. Ugh, that is going to be a Herculean task, to be sure. But at least we'll know where it is and what it is and I might even see some of it again, depending on what he decides to bring/ship back. He'll be sending me digital photos and lists to help him make decisions on stuff.

Along with that, he was able to check into some irregularities in the running of the office we were in charge of there, and it looks like some people are going to have to be fired. It's sad, because we have been good friends with them. It sounds like at least some of those in the wrong are acknowledging their weakness, so that brings a little encouragement into the picture. It's going to be a hard week of confrontation for Hubby and those who are helping him make decisions. Prayers and good thoughts for my DH and for those who are going to have to face the music would be much appreciated.

Hubby has two weeks left to do everything that needs doing, so hopefully that will be enough to wrap up the disciplinary stuff as well as to set in motion new guidelines for the running of the work -- and get our stuff sorted and repacked for storage or transport back to the US. Prayers and good thoughts for that, too, please!

In other news, I'm feeling the effects of shoveling snow yesterday, with a wee twinge in my shoulder and arm, but nothing serious. Too bad I didn't just wait, because it's probably all going to melt today anyway! :-D

Comments

((((((((Lin and DH)))))))))

[lyria-theringer.livejournal.com]

As difficult as this time may be for your dear hubby, I'm sure that this will take a lot of pressure of of you. These things need to be done, as unpleasant as they are.

My good thoughts are with you, my dear Lin, and your husband!

I hope you get to hear from him again today. I know how that will improve your day!

Re: ((((((((Lin and DH)))))))))

[lin4gondor.livejournal.com]

You are right, to have things resolved, even if sadness is part of it, is a really good thing. Thank you dear Lyria for your thoughts and support!!!

I didn't hear from him again today, but that's okay. I know all is well with him, and he'll be in touch soon.

((((You))))

Re: ((((((((Lin and DH)))))))))

[lin4gondor.livejournal.com]

I take that back, just got an email from him, whee!

[estellye.livejournal.com]

I am very happy you heard from your husband. Handling the kind of situation you are talking about so that there is the best possible outcome for everyone involved is one of the most challenging and delicate interactions I can think of. I am sure spirit will work through your husband so that those positive outcomes can be attained. It sounds as though at least some people are willing to own their choices and that is very positive for them, so whatever those whose decision it is decide to do, they are already on a powerful path of healing. That is reassuring.

Possitive prayers are forthcoming for the smoothing of any challenge your husband faces, and guidance for his decisions as he works to resolve so many diverse issues at once. (((Lin)))

[lin4gondor.livejournal.com]

Thank you (((((my dear))))). The smoothing of challenges is a good way to put it, that's what they need in these days. There's a lot to deal with, and they need wisdom to know the important from the not-so-important. I'm glad he's not alone over there!

[(Anonymous)]

I'm so glad hubby was able to get everything packed. Sometimes it's easier to pack and sort later as sorting can take some time. Praying the sticky situation is sorted out without too much unpleasantness. The fact some are willing to accept responsibility is encouraging. Take care of yourself!! And the snow melting...isn't that just the way of it? And if you hadn't shoveled, it would have snowed more. LOL! Prayers went your way. Love, LHB

[lin4gondor.livejournal.com]

Yes, I am encouraged ((((LHB)))).

And yes, the snow is almost gone, hee!

[my-cocoon.livejournal.com]

Hands raised in prayer, we need in our time.
remembering you and yours.

Tom

[lin4gondor.livejournal.com]

Thanks, (((((Tom))))). Good to know we're not alone when we go through troubles, isn't it?

[kimbys-place.livejournal.com]

Prayers, hugs, and love in abundance to you and the family!

[lin4gondor.livejournal.com]

((((((My dear)))))) Thank you, your prayers, hugs and love mean so very much! They're keeping me cheerful!

[accioboytoy.livejournal.com]

Days of reckoning, huh babe? I'm sending all the good energy I have towards Doug and all the responsibilities he is shouldering right now.

(((((((((( DH & Lin)))))))))))))

[lin4gondor.livejournal.com]

Thanks, (((((love))))). It's a hard time for him, but it sounds like he's getting the support he needs to make the hard decisions.

[samarra.livejournal.com]

*massages your shoulder and arm* Take it easy, honeybun.

Glad Doug checked in! Sounds like he's got alot on his plate. I hope he can make it through this difficult time intact, but with you for support I know he will!

*sending you both love*

[lin4gondor.livejournal.com]

It's hard, but he's not alone over there, and it'll be good to have this all taken care of, no matter how hard it is now. Can't wait until he gets back!

((((You))))

[solodancer.livejournal.com]

As I was reading this, I was thinking that I bet you wished you could be over there right now to help with the sorting. This is just the kind of thing that a woman wants to do herself. But then I read about the office workers and I'll bet you're glad you don't have to be there for that. I wouldn't want to be, that's for sure.

I'm really glad you're finally seeing some closure on your time there and getting your stuff taken care of. It had to make you feel so scattered to have your stuff here, there and everywhere. knowing it's being taken care of has to feel pretty good.

And I hear ya on the snow thing. Aaron and I shoveled Monday and when I asked Mark if he could finish it up, he said "why?, it's just gonna melt later this week anyway"

Oh he's probably right, but I didn't want to slog through all the melting snow all week. I'm glad I got it shoveled. besides, I burned calories doing it.