OT: When it rains...

Karen-

We're always here to listen and support.

Sometimes, it feels like the only luck we have is bad luck, but it's how we handle adversity that shows our true chracater. And it sounds to me like you're handling it great. Stay focused on the positive aspects of the big picture, and take the bumps in the road as they come. It's the best thing to do, and it sounds like you're doing it.

Karen - I just want to say ditto to what Norm and everyone else has already said.  Although you have run into some stumbling blocks you have hurdled them and keep plugging on.  It's all about how you handle them.  Keep your chin up... it will get better!

Karen - you really have had a rough few weeks haven't you? I'm very happy to hear that you were not hurt yesterday.

Glad to see that you are dealing with it all in relative stride. Coming here to vent is a great idea and we are all here to send a hug and a kind word your way anytime !
Lisa

AHh no wonder you had to go visit Chris last night.

So sorry that you got in an accident - I hope it wasn't over the shoes! lol SOOOOOO Glad that you are OK too!

I hope that things turn around soon for you and your family - know that we are here no matter what!

Liz

Nope - never got as far as the shoes.... never got to the gym last night either (way too late by the time I got home and got all the phone calls made).  Sigh.  Maybe tonight for shoes, though. 

k.

I know how you feel, bad luck seems to follow me everywhere. Sending positive thoughts your way!!!

Definitely a lousy streak you've got going there but your positive attitude is remarkable and will definitely help you through it - and make you stronger on the other side. Glad you came out here for support because you are someone who is always there for the rest of us. Sending positive thoughts and prayers your way!!

Kathy

Karen,

"The goeller luck" and the "podeszwa luck" are very similar when they start up.  I totally feel for you!

I can't say anymore than what everyone else has said.  It's hard to have to constantly "look" for the bright side....but it is there...and will be shining blindly for you soon.

Let us know if you need anything!  You're doing a phenomenal job handling it, and then in and of itself is WONDERFUL!

Hey Karen - Sending some good thoughts your way.  Very glad to hear that no one was hurt in the accident.  Hang in there...

Eric

I have gone through times like this with everytime I turn around something happening but over time I have learned that everything happens for a reason even if we do not know what it is at the time.
Well seems the only way to go is back up now ....Hang in there Karen.