Why is it that I only have two days of peace then something else happens?

writerterri · Feb 18, 2007

My husbands dad was murdered by someone semi-famous from Las Vegas today.

http://www.nctimes.com/articles/2007/02/19/news/inland/21007194516.txt

I feel sick to my stomach about the whole thing. He's going to have to leave and I've never been alone with my children before.

Gosh.

maestrowork · Feb 18, 2007

I'm so sorry to hear that, Terri. That's horrible. Be there for your hubby. It's going to be tough. (p.s. my grandfather was murdered, too, but that was before I was born. It was never easy for the family...)

JDCrayne · Feb 18, 2007

Yeek!! Terri, that is AWFUL.

Don't worry about being alone. Just keep busy, and your hubby will be back in no time. If you can't sleep, pull his pillow down next to your back, under the covers, so it feels like someone is there.

lfraser · Feb 19, 2007

I'm very sorry to hear that. What a terrible thing it must be for your family.

K1P1 · Feb 19, 2007

Terri, I'm so sorry. There's really nothing I can say that will help. Just be strong--you can do it.

Little Red Barn · Feb 19, 2007

So sorry Terri, be strong-- :Hug2:

for hubby and kids.

Haggis · Feb 19, 2007

Oh, Lord, Terri. I'm so sorry.

Shwebb · Feb 19, 2007

Geez, Terri! I'm so very sorry. You've had to survive so many heartaches this past year.

Just know our thoughts and/or prayers are with you and your family.

TsukiRyoko · Feb 19, 2007

Holy shit, Terri! Doesn't Fate figure you have enough on your plate as it is? This is unbelievable! You've had to deal with way more than someone with your good heart should ever have to....

The only advice I can really offer is be there for your husband, and know we'll be here for you. Love you, Terri

KimJo · Feb 19, 2007

Oh, Terri... I don't even know what to say. Take good care of yourself, and remember that you have lots of love and support. Hugs.

MajorDrums · Feb 19, 2007

*whistles loudly* Gosh is correct, Terri. I'll keep you in my prayers, stay strong for your children.

Jaycinth · Feb 19, 2007

Hugs! If you need anything, just yell.

Southern_girl29 · Feb 19, 2007

I'm so sorry, Terri.

moth · Feb 19, 2007

Oh Terri. I'm so sorry. I've already started praying. :Hug2:

Christine N. · Feb 19, 2007

That's awful, Terri.

Take care of yourself and your family.

:Hug2:

Del · Feb 19, 2007

It is so hard, I know. You'll get through it. You have no other choice.

Since misery loves company, I had a friend that was murdered, too. We had only known each other a little while but it was one of those rare relationships that just clicked. Her body was found behind a 7-11 in a run-down part of town. Her loss hurt me a lot.

I'm so sorry for your pain. Hugs.

A. Hamilton · Feb 19, 2007

Your family continues in my prayers.

Mom'sWrite · Feb 19, 2007

I'm so sorry, Terri. You and your family are in my prayers. Don't forget to take care of yourself too.

I wish I could help you out more.

Cath · Feb 19, 2007

Sorry Terri.

Ol' Fashioned Girl · Feb 19, 2007

Oh! Terri! ((((((hugs))))))

writerterri · Feb 19, 2007

TsukiRyoko said:
Holy shit, Terri! Doesn't Fate figure you have enough on your plate as it is? This is unbelievable! You've had to deal with way more than someone with your good heart should ever have to....

The only advice I can really offer is be there for your husband, and know we'll be here for you. Love you, Terri

I'm in such shock I can't even cry. I don't have anymore tears, I used them all up in six months.

My husband has just been walking around the house cleaning. He's in shock too. I've never known anyone who's been murdered.

His dad's lifestyle was soaked with alcohol and money. The situation that the news didn't state, was toxic. The disoriented man, Octavian, was a 40 year family friend. He suffered a stroke and was very wealthy and Herman, My hubby's dad, offered to move him in. The other guy that was shot in the face, is a nurse and offered to help. Well, they all drank excessively and Octavian said, to other family members of my husbands, that they were abusing him. My husband suggest they get him out of there, but no one ever did. Now this.

It's a shame.

Chumplet · Feb 19, 2007

Holy Jeez, Terri. That's awful. I'm giving you a hug right now.

See if someone can stay with you and the kids for the night. I'll be thinking of you.

writerterri · Feb 19, 2007

Chumplet said:
Holy Jeez, Terri. That's awful. I'm giving you a hug right now.

See if someone can stay with you and the kids for the night. I'll be thinking of you.

I would but they'd have to fly in and the one who could come has to take care of kids.

I'm just going to keep AW open the whole time he's gone. I'll feel better that way. I don't do alone very well. I'll keep checking in and posting to get me through. I have a cop who lives upstairs from me and a very loud scream. I'll let him know what my situation is and the rest of my family. My brother's father in law is a judge here and he has cop friends. And what the heck, I'll alert the media. *grin*

I'll be okay. I just haven't had him be the one to leave the house in the 14 years we've together. It's always been me. Now I'll know how it feels.

He had the kids all sleep in the bed with him while I was in the hospital for a week. I'm going to do the same.

How'd anyone else cope?

Shwebb · Feb 19, 2007

It helps me, Terri, to think of an hour at a time. Or even half-hours, sometimes. You're a strong woman, Terri. It hurts like hell, but you know you'll make it. We'll hold your hope for you and with you.

Carrie in PA · Feb 19, 2007

HUGS, Terri.

Why is it that I only have two days of peace then something else happens?

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