Update on Life and Michael and Us

[Mari333]

Just in case anyone is wondering why I havent been posting.
My husband had a major breakdown of clinical depression and Ive been in the ER and working with a counselor to help him ( and me). Michael's deployment to Iraq was the straw that broke the camels back, things were pretty serious today but with the help of ER and a counselor we are back on track..
I am also funds short, so Im working on a job, but first, we have to get emotionall healthy.
My son is also having panic attacks so Im getting him counseling in Hawaii thru his brother, who is also helping him. \
On top of it all, my mom is having heart problems so I had to help her (when it rains it pours)
I know I sound like Queen for a Day, but thats been whats happening. Im whooped.
Michael , last time he wrote, said theres a major overhaul going on at Abu Ghraib, and Im crossing my fingers that they are getting the guards and reservists OUT of there and bringing in professional units.
Anyway, thats why I havent been posting.
I am focussing my energies on getting healthy, both emotionally and physically, all of us.
Maybe I should send all my psychiatric and medical bills to the White House in care of The Bush adminsitration , eh?

[mopaul]

1. I remember that show, 'queen for a day'

and you should get the big bouquet and all your wishes. we are thinking about you and your worries, and we all send good vibes and our best wishes for all this to soon be ended.

good luck mari

[wryter2000]

2. Wasn't there a mink coat involved as a prize?

Hang in there, Mari. We're all pulling for you.

:grouphug:

[MaineDem]

3. A mink coat and a washing machine

:)

But seriously, Mari, your health is most important. And I think the medical bills to the White House is a great idea. Not sure they'll be paid, however.

Hang in there. We're thinking of you and your family. :hug:

[SheepyMcSheepster]

4. take care Mari333! keep you head up!

:pals:

[latebloomer]

5. We've all been wondering how you were doing

I'm glad you are focusing on getting healthy. Take good care of yourself!

[mmonk]

6. Best of luck

to all of you.

[GreenPartyVoter]

7. Mari, I'm sorry things are so hard right now. I'll keep praying for you

:hug:

[FL4GORE]

8. Mari...

I'm new here but have been following your horrible story!
I truly feel for you and your poor husband. The load
you're bearing in unbelievable. Why one family should
be made to suffer so much is beyond me. You and yours
are in my thoughts tonight. Be Well.

[JohnLocke]

9. Mari333!

You're back! Glad to see you posting again. Best wishes to Michael and the family in this time...

:yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock::yourock:

[playahata1]

10. Hang in there.

Peace.

[Earth_First]

11. Mari, the hearts and minds of MILLIONS of Americans are with you...

:grouphug:

[nostamj]

12. good to hear from you

even if the news is not so good.

I can't imagine what you're going through...

bushco breaks our collective hearts and then utterly devastates families like yours...

[Name removed]

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[FL4GORE]

15. Just Evil.

Jesus H. Christ! Those Bastards!

You were right to quit CU ElectroPrincess!!

Welcome.:hug:

[nostamj]

21. i can only hope this was the 'DUer'

who sent an UGLY PM to me earlier regarding Mari and her family...

[drfemoe]

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n/m

[supernova]

14. Hugs for Mari333

So good to see your post today, Mari, even if the noew is not good.

Please know that we are all supportive of your family. I was wondering what Michael and his unit would be doing after the scandal broke. Here's to everyone keeping safe until they get home.

And you and Mr Mari please stay well for your sakes as well as your family's.

Supernova

:grouphug:

[lostnfound]

16. Just get a doctor named 'Halli Burton" and they'll be paid,

no questions asked.

We miss you Mari333. Hang in there.

[bigwillq]

17. May your God bless you and your family with health, happiness

I hope you and your husband heal soon and I hope your son comes home from Iraq soon and that your other son gets the help he needs so he can continue living his life in a positive way.

Hang in there.

[G_j]

18. hugs !!

first things first, reclaim your health and balance. Don't worry we are fighting those bastards and won't let them rest. You have done plenty, take time to replentish yourselves. We love you!

[BlackVelvetElvis]

19. Lots of us at DU are with you

Take care.

[DoYouEverWonder]

20. Good to see you back

A lot of us have been worrying about you and your family. I hope things settle down for you and that Michael and the rest of the kid's in Iraq can come home soon. There is no reason for the US to be in Iraq any more. Bu$h & Co have already made enough of a mess.

I do hope that we are nearing the end of this national ordeal. Hang in there it's almost over.

PS: Here's your crown, you certainly deserve it.

[Ladyhawk]

22. Big hugs, Mari.

I think * and company should pay all your psychiatric and medical bills. And I'm not just saying that.

Mari, have you opened a PayPal account? I would like to do what little I can to help and that's the best way I know to make it easy for others here to help you.

If you still don't have a PayPal account, PM me. I'd like to help.

[DancingBear]

24. Mari - when you feel up to it, please PM me

We have many "care packages" waiting to go overseas - my Mom works at a college and I enlisted her help, and the help of many of her co-workers.

All we need are names and addresses of deserving folks - we'll take it from there.

Please stay strong, and all stay healthy.