COLD DARK ROOM

[EllieMay]

So I need to vent...... I usually don’t talk about the not so perfect things in my life because I choose to overlook and be happy... but I’m very angry right now. Maybe hurt as well. I’ve told y’all about my 14yr old I took in this year. We are struggling. He is continuously in trouble in school and does not listen well at all. To keep from writing a novel, I’ll leave that at that... I’m not sure I’m dealing with it well. I have raised my children to be honest and respectful and they have never given me more than a minutes trouble. I know Dillon has a lot to overcome and I’m not giving up on him but I really need some prayers for guidance, strength, patience.... u name it, anything is bound to help.... on a positive note, sometimes it seems like I’m seeing a difference... just prayers please and we don’t have to talk about it anymore

 

[Momof4]

So I need to vent...... I usually don’t talk about the not so perfect things in my life because I choose to overlook and be happy... but I’m very angry right now. Maybe hurt as well. I’ve told y’all about my 14yr old I took in this year. We are struggling. He is continuously in trouble in school and does not listen well at all. To keep from writing a novel, I’ll leave that at that... I’m not sure I’m dealing with it well. I have raised my children to be honest and respectful and they have never given me more than a minutes trouble. I know Dillon has a lot to overcome and I’m not giving up on him but I really need some prayers for guidance, strength, patience.... u name it, anything is bound to help.... on a positive note, sometimes it seems like I’m seeing a difference... just prayers please and we don’t have to talk about it anymore

Is he seeing a therapist?
It could really help.

Don’t laugh but I love Dr. Phil and he may have books on his website that he recommends for your situation.

Sending you strength!!
You hanging there because he will one day appreciate everything you have done for him one day.

 

[JoesMum]

Murphy has been making a habit of this lately. I think he's confused about what the hide is used for.View attachment 253226 View attachment 253227 View attachment 253228 View attachment 253229

It's for climbing. Joe loved climbing. Also the paver on top will get quite warm and torts love warm. It might be worth putting a similar slab on the ground for Murphy to sprawl on.

 

[JoesMum]

Probably enjoying the nice heat sink provided via those pavers. You could make it easy and put one flat on the ground near the hide.. see what Mr Murphy does!

Snap!

 

[JoesMum]

Hes got this rock on the opposite side of the pen which actualy gets more sunlight but he never uses it.View attachment 253231

Different rocks and slabs absorb heat at different rates depending on their colour and material. I would get another paver like the one on the hide and put it on the ground near the hide. The ignored o may even be getting too hot

 

[JoesMum]

So I need to vent...... I usually don’t talk about the not so perfect things in my life because I choose to overlook and be happy... but I’m very angry right now. Maybe hurt as well. I’ve told y’all about my 14yr old I took in this year. We are struggling. He is continuously in trouble in school and does not listen well at all. To keep from writing a novel, I’ll leave that at that... I’m not sure I’m dealing with it well. I have raised my children to be honest and respectful and they have never given me more than a minutes trouble. I know Dillon has a lot to overcome and I’m not giving up on him but I really need some prayers for guidance, strength, patience.... u name it, anything is bound to help.... on a positive note, sometimes it seems like I’m seeing a difference... just prayers please and we don’t have to talk about it anymore

Prayers for strength from me Heather. You are doing an amazing thing and, right now, he is testing you. Everyone else gave up on him so why wouldn't you? Hang on in there. We are with you for this bumpy ride

Massive electronic hugs are allowed as well as prayers aren't they? You're getting one anyway

 

[EllieMay]

Is he seeing a therapist?
It could really help.

Don’t laugh but I love Dr. Phil and he may have books on his website that he recommends for your situation.

Sending you strength!!
You hanging there because he will one day appreciate everything you have done for him one day.

Thanks Kathy! He is not seeing a therapist but it does have a counselor.. I may look into someone regular... and I would never laugh... I have always said knowledge is power ... I should try to educate myself a bit more (lightbulb is going on) ! I feeling better at just the thought .

 

[EllieMay]

Prayers for strength from me Heather. You are doing an amazing thing and, right now, he is testing you. Everyone else gave up on him so why wouldn't you? Hang on in there. We are with you for this bumpy ride

Massive electronic hugs are allowed as well as prayers aren't they? You're getting one anyway

Well said. I’m NOT giving up. THANK YOU [emoji4]

 

[JoesMum]

Good morning CDR.

It is Wednesday already

I have gardening to do today. We have some very overgrown ivy that needs to be brought under control. The snag is that it is in flower and full of wasps and bees, so I am having to tackle it very carefully as I don't want to be stung! I am trying to do the bits without flowers and will do the rest when the insects have diminished

 

[EllieMay]

Good morning CDR.

It is Wednesday already

I have gardening to do today. We have some very overgrown ivy that needs to be brought under control. The snag is that it is in flower and full of wasps and bees, so I am having to tackle it very carefully as I don't want to be stung! I am trying to do the bits without flowers and will do the rest when the insects have diminished

Happy Wednesday Linda!
You be careful, we don’t want to read about miserable stings for you! It’s 1/2 after midnight here and daughters got a FFA event today so I have to be up and out extra early. I’ve got to try n get Just a bit more sleep

 

[JoesMum]

Happy Wednesday Linda!
You be careful, we don’t want to read about miserable stings for you! It’s 1/2 after midnight here and daughters got a FFA event today so I have to be up and out extra early. I’ve got to try n get Just a bit more sleep

Sleep well. It is odd chatting to people at the other end of their day!

 

[CarolM]

Thought this was cute!!
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Oh Shame!!! That is so cute.

 

[CarolM]

It's sprinkling. . .
it's misting. . .
the old tortoise is existing.
He went to bed. . .
and bumped his head. . .
and decided to stay in his warm shed!

I had a brand new sheet of $35 dollars worth of plywood sitting out because I usually don't put things away after my projects. So this a.m. before I fed or cleaned up after anyone, I had to go around the property and load up my wheelbarrow with the loppers, the cordless drill, the open package containing all the surge protectors Amazon had delivered, the plywood, the table saw. Sheesh!

The "rain" isn't enough to do the ground any good, but it's plenty enough to wreck anything left out in it.

Oh Dear.
That is always a bummer.

 

[CarolM]

Just for fun!
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Jamnie [emoji23]

Stelyn

 

[CarolM]

Andnda - try saying that in a hurry!

LOL.

 

[CarolM]

Murphy has been making a habit of this lately. I think he's confused about what the hide is used for.View attachment 253226 View attachment 253227 View attachment 253228 View attachment 253229

Murphy is so cute. And maybe he likes to look over the wall and he can get a better view from there.

Todd are you going to participate in the tortoise or at least the card exchange?

 

[CarolM]

Probably enjoying the nice heat sink provided via those pavers. You could make it easy and put one flat on the ground near the hide.. see what Mr Murphy does!

Mark are you participating? At least in the card exchange?

 

[CarolM]

So I need to vent...... I usually don’t talk about the not so perfect things in my life because I choose to overlook and be happy... but I’m very angry right now. Maybe hurt as well. I’ve told y’all about my 14yr old I took in this year. We are struggling. He is continuously in trouble in school and does not listen well at all. To keep from writing a novel, I’ll leave that at that... I’m not sure I’m dealing with it well. I have raised my children to be honest and respectful and they have never given me more than a minutes trouble. I know Dillon has a lot to overcome and I’m not giving up on him but I really need some prayers for guidance, strength, patience.... u name it, anything is bound to help.... on a positive note, sometimes it seems like I’m seeing a difference... just prayers please and we don’t have to talk about it anymore

You have my prayers and best wishes. It is not easy and I hope that it all works out for you. Just a thought but maybe find an outlet for him. Something like martial arts or mixed martial arts etc. Which can give him an outlet to get rid of excess energy or aggression and help to give him discipline in a good way. Good Luck Heather. I really hope it comes right and that Dillion appreciates all that you are doing for him.

 

[CarolM]

Good morning CDR.

It is Wednesday already

I have gardening to do today. We have some very overgrown ivy that needs to be brought under control. The snag is that it is in flower and full of wasps and bees, so I am having to tackle it very carefully as I don't want to be stung! I am trying to do the bits without flowers and will do the rest when the insects have diminished

Hmm. Good Luck with that. Sounds like a dangerous job for today.

Good Morning Linda.

 

[CarolM]

Happy Wednesday Linda!
You be careful, we don’t want to read about miserable stings for you! It’s 1/2 after midnight here and daughters got a FFA event today so I have to be up and out extra early. I’ve got to try n get Just a bit more sleep

Sjoe, I would struggle with such little sleep. I hope the FFA event goes off well. Sleep tight Heather.