In Case You've Been Wondering...
I've gotten several emails from my "cyber friends", asking if there's anything wrong and letting me know that I'm missed, and I've got to tell you that I'm quite grateful for those emails and comments. Thank you so much for your sweet words!
The deal is that Dave has, in effect, lost his job...again. Well, it's not so much as lost as, on a hold. You may know that my husband is in construction, and the job that he's had for the past year and change has stalled. With no one spending any money on building houses, or anything else, he hasn't been paid since mid-December. He's been looking for other opportunities, but in his field, and especially in Florida, it's hard to stay positive in this economy.
Therefore, I've been working a lot more and spending my limited free time with my little guy, Wyatt. It's been hard to focus on anything else. Due to that, I asked my MFT boss-lady, Kim, if I could take a few weeks off, which is why you haven't seen me in the Hops or posting samples with the cool new releases lately.
That being said, I'm REALLY hoping to get my mojo up and flowing very soon. First step is to clean up my craft studio, so that I can be creative in there. Heaven knows that I've got oodles of fun stamps to play with. But I know that if I go in there, I might not come back out! Which then would turn up the guilt factor of not spending that time with my son... Alas, it's a vicious cycle! LOL
However, I will get it worked out. My goal is to get some stuff done this weekend, but I'm not going to promise, because for SURE it won't happen then! LOL I hope you understand.
Till later...
xox,
K
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Hey Kirsten: I'm so sorry to hear about Dave's job and I completely understand how it is to just want to curl up and spend time with the little ones! You'll be in my thoughts and prayers!
ReplyDeleteKirsten, I am sorry to hear of your husbands "on hold" with his job. My husband builds trucks for a living, and though he hasn't lost his job, it has been slow, and we are praying that the company stays afloat. Just know that your stamping can be your release when YOU need it to be. Thank God for nursing! I am a GI nurse, and I too have been working extra. My prayers are to you, and your family, and your little one. Keep your chin up, its only temporary. Blessings to you!
ReplyDeleteI'm keeping you and your family in my prayers Kirsten.
ReplyDeleteHugs, girl. Hope something opens up for him soon. So far we haven't been hit but know many that have. Economy sucks, man.
ReplyDeleteHugs to you! I am so sorry to hear this! My husband has been out of work for over a year so I know exactly where you are at. Your family is in my thoughts!
ReplyDeleteSo glad you are okay. Sorry to hear about your husband's job. I'll say a prayer that all works out.
ReplyDeleteI am SO sorry to hear about your hubby's job...that can't be easy. Wishing that lots of good things come your way!!!
ReplyDelete(((HUGS))
Christyne
Oh, Kirsten. I'm sending you lots of positive energy and prayers for DH to find something soon. Spending time with your little guy is so important, especially now that you're having to work more outside the home. Stay strong, girlfriend, and know that we're thinking of you.
ReplyDeleteOh Sweetie, I'm so sorry to hear that you guys are goin' through a rough patch!! You go right ahead and spend lots of time with Wyatt and that honey of yours!! Things will pick up before ya know it and until then, just know that I miss ya!!! Hugs!!!
ReplyDeleteKirsten, I feel your pain! We have been suffering through the housing slump for well over a year here in Phoenix. My husband's work relies heavily on newly built homes, and we all know that ain't happening! Kirsten, I will pray for you and your family through this difficult time. I soooo know what you're going through!
ReplyDeleteHey Kirsten, I'm sorry to hear about your hubby's job. The construction biz is tough...my brother-in-law is in contruction and his job too has been "stalled" due to lack of work. It will work out! I am thinking of you and sending good thoughts your way! :)
ReplyDeleteAll the best of luck to you and your family Kirsten!
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear you have been affected by the awful economy as well :( My dh & I have also been affected. My job was eliminated, and dh is on short shifts & short weeks for the first time in over 12 yrs. Best wishes this doesn't last long for you.
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear about your husband! I sent you an email.
ReplyDeleteDenise Wells
mamascollections@aol.com
Delurking to say I hope your husband's job situation straightens out soon! I've enjoyed checking out your cards and other ideas and have missed you. Hugs to you and your family.
ReplyDeleteHi Kirsten!
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy you are okay. I was getting worried too but I don't really know you and didn't want to intrude by asking. Sorry to hear about Dave's job. My husband was laid off a couple of weeks ago too and I understand the stress of it all. I will keep you all in my thoughts and hope that something comes up for him soon. I'll keep my eye out for your wonderful creations!
Hey Missy! I say let Dave Stamp since you are working! Hehehe!
ReplyDeleteSherree
Hey, Kirsten --
ReplyDeleteI'm sending big hugs and lots of prayers your way! You spend as much time as you need with your family -- that's more important than anything! Hang in there!
I enjoy visiting your blog on a weekly basis.....but I rarely post...sorry about that.
ReplyDeleteI will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Hugs...
Hi, Kirsten: I checked in the other day and saw it had been a while since you posted. I was wondering...but I know you're working and have Wyatt...sometimes priorities have to shift. I live in an area that's always struggling with economy issues. My job has always been secure, but my husband has had to change a couple of times over the years. We've managed to pull through and I know you will, too. Things are bound to get better eventually. Best of luck to you and your family.
ReplyDeleteHey girl -
ReplyDeleteEmail me - depending on where you live, I might be able to help. I worked in the industry for 20 years
Lydia
www.understandblue.blogspot.com