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David

sorry tio hear about your job, been there many times, hopefully things will turn out good for you.

There are so many of us in the same position right now, and we all know how you feel. Is there anything i can do to help from California?

GrammaNan, I don't know who you are, I'm not on the board very often, I'm not even one of those you made promises to but I just want to let you know that I'm very sorry for all those mishaps that came upon you this past year and I can relate to this: our last year has been a crappy one too. I know how it feels like when everything seem to be tumbling around your ears, you seem to fall into a big hole and can't find the way out and you're just frightened to see what tomorrow brings... But I can tell you after every storm there is sunshine and when the night is at it's darkest, it's just before dawn. I hold on to this myself and I hang on to God's promises in my life and I realise that although patience can be very bitter, the fruit can be very sweet too. I wish you all the very best for 2011 and may it be for you a year full of sunshine and peace at heart!!! :thumbup:

Oh, I'm so sorry to hear about your illnesses and the drying up of unemployment funds. What have we come to, that we can't even provide jobs for our own people? I hope this year is kinder to you in every way. Maybe we need a prayer "circle"....

I think most ppl of a certain age have had bad times we made it thru.So we do understand.Hugs & prayers that things will be better for you & yours this yr.

Love your answer Sally's Girl. (both of them)
I am originally from OH also.

head for thrift stores ! people got new machines for Christmas & are giving up their old machines. oil & clean & generally you can get a good deal. maybe even take fabric to the store & try it out or get a return promise. the older the Singer, the better it is--I mean pre1960. all you need is a straight stitch for now. wish you lived near me, I would fix you up ! just practically gifted (had to charge her some for her ego) two sewing machines to a lady who could not get hers fixed or a new one right now. what a great feeling. So good you are feeding yourself now with chatting with all of us. some days none of us get any sewing done because we want to read all the stories and help where we can. Pm me if you need advice on an older machine.

Sorry to hear about all your problems - I have added you to my prayers
I am also sending you a big hug from FL

u r in my prayers ljb

Thank you all for your kind words. This means so much to me. Things will get better, I have faith and I believe if you have faith in God you also have to have faith in his timing. I don't have much access to the internet right now, but I hope that will change and I can be on the board more often. Here's to a great 2011!

They passed the extention on the unemployment , can't you apply for that? Good luck and God Bless you. I'm sure the people will understand.

hang in there cupcake . Life happens :)

"It won't rain always, the skies will soon be dry..the sun's gonna shine in God's own good time and he will see you through.." beautiful song and no truer statement...Blessings to you and your family and I hope you are feeling better...

it is a rough economy we live in today but we still receive undeserved blessings and it is our obligation to share. is there anything you need that any of us can provide? my husband and i live on very limited income but are still blessed. please pm me if there any sewing supplies you need and i will try my best to share...i am sure many others here feel the same. your friend, johnnye

I live in Colorado and it is one of the states that don't qualify under the new extension. It only applies to states that have had an 8.5% unemployment rate for the last three months. Colorado has had a rate of 8%. Missed it by .5%

I just happened onto this and I am ever so glad you spoke up and just said what was going on. bless you and may things get better.
Last year we had a member that had "life to get in the way" and she just disappeared! I even wrote her a letter and apparently she just couldn't bring herself to come back. that's so sad. Good for you for having courage. We've all had 'stuff' and had to say our mea culpa's. ;-)

GrammaNan, you just put your faith in the Lord and he will help you through all of these bad times, he says that he will never put more on you than you can stand, but sometimes it seems like it though. I will keep you and your family in my prayers and I pray that things will be better for you all soon. I am sure that who ever you promised something to will understand, so try not to worry about it. You can make up for it somewhere down the line, if you need something to help you with your quilting please just ask and if I can I will be glad to send something to you. Sending you GREAT BIG HUGS

I sure hope things get better for you real soon. I've missed not seeing you on here.

Now I don't know why my comment posted that way hope you find my message to you it's almost at the end of your quoted message. Sorry!

I am so sorry to hear about your situations. Like you, my last 1-2 years has been very trying. I am thankful that I am still working and know that somehow I will work myself out of the debts caused by taking care of family members. Somewhere in all this, I will find the rainbow, just as you will.

We can all tell you to hang one and keep looking up, but sometimes it is so very hard. You certainly don't owe your friends any apologies, your friends understand. Don't blame yourself, life can sometimes be very unfair to even wonderful people like you. We don't understand why, but somehow we get through that valley and come out on the other side. I pray that your walk in this valley will be strengthened by knowing that others care about you, are praying for you, and understand you are doing all you can. Sure wish you were closer, I have a machine that I am wanting to do something with. I would offer to mail it to you, but it is extremely heavy. It is an older all metal Kenmore and actually uses cams for decorative stitches. Gives you some idea of age.

God bless and keep us posted. We care!

I am so very sorry for your troubles, I am new to this board, but one thing for sure is, this board has a lot of caring people and we all understand your situation, I to will be praying for you and your family, prayers do help, and i know we all could use a lot of prayers,If there is anything else I can help with, please do not hesitate to ask. I would not do anything to hurt anyones feelings and i don't have much, but i am blessed also. and would help where i could

grandma nan, i am so sorry for all that has hit you at once. sending thoughts and prayers your way..(((((hugs))))

I hope things improve for you. HUGS!!

hugging you and sending you positive thoughts in my heart that things can only get better for you and begin to do so soon!!!

Sending prayers and hugs to everyone. Hope this year is more blessed. This board will keep your sanity. I know everyone here cares. :D

Karla, {{{ HUGS }}} Missed you. Hope health issues weren't yours or hubby's. Sending prayers up for a good turn at the corner. PM if I can help. Kathy

So sorry to hear of your bad times. Hopefully you can find a job soon so you can get back on your feet again. I absolutely know what you are going through because I am in a similar situation. Try to stay positive & strong. Things have a way of working themselves out but it sometimes takes time. One thing for sure is you have tons of quilting friends that are there for you. It really touched my heart to read all the things they wrote to you. God bless you & your family & to a prosperous New Year.

Praying for you and your family.

Those of you who have posted pics of your fur babies, please PM me and let me know their breed and their names. I love to see these pics, as well as the others. Thanks.

Helen

Bless you GrammaNan. I haven't been on the board for a couple of days and was having 'withdrawal symptoms'. I thought it was very fitting this thread was the first one I opened. The caring and blessings given out by the members of this board keep me coming back for more 'feel good'.

The extension also doesn't apply to the ones who have been out of work for 2 yrs. The ones they call the 99er's. My husband just ran out of his unemployment.

Wishing you a joyeous New Year. We go through hard times in life so we can appreciate the good times. If it never rain, would we really appreciate the beautiful suuny days? I had a bible study several years ago that taught me to focus on the things God had blessed me with rather what I did not have. Stay strong, there are brighter days after the storm.

I am so sorry about your situation.
Please look for the small blessings that come your way daily. oughts ars.nd praye
In time, things will get better.
Your in my thoughts and prayers.

POJO PM ME WITH YOUR ADDRESS PLEASE.

I hope and pray that thing get better soon for you and yours. Bless you

Saty encouraged in the Lord. There are so many quilters praying for you and with you in this situation. The storm will pass over and we look to hear good report.

Am sad about your problems, you have been so good at telling those you had promised to; do so hope things turn around very quickly. Hugs.

I have been told that we are where we are at in life for a reason and it is where we are meant to be. There are lessons to learn from every situation we are in, look for the positive in what you are going through. When a door is closed, the Lord always opens a window. Prays for you and all of us who are experiencing tough situations. You will be blessed in the end. Keep the faith.

Hang in there. Things will turn around. Keep positive.