Posted by BarbaraCat on August 19, 2004, at 1:26:10
In reply to Re: How are you? » BarbaraCat, posted by katia on August 13, 2004, at 1:29:18
Hi Katia,
Back from an interesting, challenging and ultimately good time spent with the beautiful girl cousin from hell and her family in the woods of central Oregon. Wow, what an emotional volcano - truly mood disordered, probably Borderline and cyclothymic with obvious chemistry issues, and at 15 years old has everyone under her control. She gets away with amazingly abusive behavior because she is stunningly beautiful. Her nasty violent moods would not be tolerated in a mere average mortal. Abysmal parenting from her parents, my husband's sister and her husband, who are afraid of her and in deep denial about the seriousness - 'we can work out our own family issues and besides she won't agree to it'. Whoo boy, they're in for a world of hurt. The sad thing is that she's very depressed and would benefit greatly from therapy and probably even agree to it. Good, because it's forced my husband to look at his own upbringing by his 'nice' and in denial parents - how it shaped his sister's and his own psyche. He's pretty blown away by the ordeal but it's necessary for him to confront these demons and deal with them. It does appear to take pain to motivate the human species to change.But on to more important things. I received a response from the Silent Unity prayer community today and here it is:
Dear Barbara,
Reaching out for prayer help, as you did recently, was an expression of your trust in God to heal the hearts of you and your friend, Katia. As we prayed together, we looked to God for comfort, and we trust that you continue now to feel the peace that we shared in that moment of united prayer.Precious pets who share a special part of our lives are truly missed when they pass. We were touched to learn of the passing of Merlin and Rock, and how dearly they were loved by their humans. We truly understand your feelings of loss. We lovingly enfold you and Katia in thoughts of serenity and comfort as you release Merlin and Rock into God's eternal care.
Prayer helps you realize the presence of God as strength and comfort during times of hurt. Although we cannot understand pain when our hearts are heavy, we can trust that there is a loving presence we call God who always has and always will work miracles in our journey through life. Let this presence be a source of deep abiding peace, and know that you, Katia, Merlin and Rock are held in our loving thoughts.
Lovingly,
Silent Unity
I also got a card with an affirmation on it that says "I am comforted, for my beloved pet is in the everlasting presence of God." So sweet.So, we and our little ones are being prayed for night and day, 24/7 until Sept 10. Can't hurt. Should probably submit a prayer request for the Maid from Hell. Hope all is well with you. Love, Barbara
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