I told D that I have a new theory:
I’m worried that in a past life we were mass murders, or pedophiles, or really awful people that skinned puppies to make fur coats.. and that karma hadn’t gotten around to us until now.
I don’t know how else to explain this string of horrid luck.
On Friday, after a rash of bad news, I updated my Facebook status. “I’m tempted to ask what else, but I’m afraid God will take that as a personal challenge.”
On Saturday, we lost Winnie.
After someone installed the wrong carpet in the bedroom, we didn’t have enough to finish the bonus room so we had to buy more and during that process discovered that the carpet pad had sprouted legs and walked off. (hmm) So we got to buy more of that too. Appraisal is tomorrow and we HAVE to be done by then. So we were in constant motion all weekend, rushing to finish. We had the carpet guys, friends, family, neighbors, etc. in and out, in and out.
And Winnie jumped ship.
We drove all around, hollering for her. I asked every person who happened to be outside if they’d seen her. We checked both shelters, left descriptions and contact info. I put a “lost” ad on Craigslist, and made fliers. I can only hope some nice family picked her up and that our paths will cross soon. The thought of losing both dogs in the span of a month is just too much. As Junior and I drove around looking for her, I was literally speaking outloud to myself? God? That biznitch Karma? “Enough. This is enough. No more.”
I hope he/she/it listened.
Then I threw myself a fantastic pity party. I mean one for the record books. Ugly cry accompanied by soulful music and a fierce ’woe is me’. It had it all!
Except for other guests. All the people I would normally invite to a party were busy rallying on my behalf. It’s awful hard to stay blue when at the end of the day, you’ve still got a whole heap of things to be grateful for.
Long lost friends who come over to help you clean up yard debris AND bring you a hand made gift.
Neighbors who make sure you eat, and install kitchen lights they picked up for you at a silent auction.
Parents that are willing to watch munchkins so we could focus on working.
(That’s the new carpet.)
The fact that we were blessed with the coolest kid to ever walk this earth.
And my husband’s cute butt.
Amen.
I’m so sorry, girl! I am sick about Winnie. Here’s hoping she’s gonna come back to you soon! Praying for her safe return.
You have been through so much. Hope & pray your Dog comes back….two in a month is way too many. Pray your life slows down pretty soon & back to normal. Don’t know how you stay so positive!!
Oh Amy, I’m sure Winnie will be back soon. Someone will find the cutie pie and bring Winnie home safe! No wonder you have been busting your butts since the appraisers are coming soon!
PS that is a sweet light in your kitchen! I love it!!
Oh Amy! I’m so sorry about Winnie and all the other craziness! I hope things go back to normal for you guys soon!
Oh Amy! I’m so sorry. That is so hard. I hope that some sweet family found him and is taking care of him until they see your signs! My heart is breaking for you!
I’m going to say a quick prayer for you and your family right now.
Oh Amy I just love you. My heart breaks for you and I, too, have been telling God He could do something about all this mess. Surely you never skinned puppies. All I can say is without pain we would never know how to recognize the good we have. And you do have a lot of good. The aforementioned butt included. LOL!
All I can say is , love you guys.
Oh my gosh, Amy, I’m sorry about Winnie! Get a live trap – a rescue I used to volunteer for lost a fearful little pooch and they found her three weeks later.
More encouragement that she’ll be found: http://nodogaboutit.wordpress.com/2011/11/30/little-lady-lost-home-at-last/ and some tips if you’re feeling overwhelmed and not sure what to do next: http://nodogaboutit.wordpress.com/2012/05/14/lost-dog-experts-lay-off-will-ya/
I wish I could come help search.
I hope Winnie is just on a little walk-a-bout and will be back as soon as possible! (hugs you all)
Oh Amy, that is so very sad. I think my heart just broke a little for you and for Winnie! I’m hoping she finds her way home again …
And you do have very many things to be thankful for!
Linda
Oh my goodness Amy I’m so so so so sorry to hear about Winnie.
I feel for you guys.
I hate it when stuff like the carpet happens too. But I have faith that you guys will get everything done on time.
I don’t blame you one bit for having a pity party…sometimes you just have to let it out and then pick yourself back up. Keep your head up and I commend you for looking at all the wonderful things you do have!! Your little man IS the coolest cat on the block.
Oh no!!! I hope and pray Winnie comes back safe and sound. What a crazy, crazy time. Hugs all around, and large glasses of wine.
I am so sorry that Winnie has gone missing. I can’t imagine losing two dogs so close together. I will definitely be praying for you guys. God has blessed with you with an amazing family and this wonderful opportunity to build your dream house though. Maybe we don’t understand why so much happens that isn’t the way we planned but he is always in control. I pray that Winnie will be found quickly.
Winnie’s gonna turn up. Maybe hopped in someone’s car who was there that day? Lost in the house? Followed Van Goat home?
Feed D a bit more fat too, he’s not filling out his seat the way he did at the beginning. All work and no fat makes for saggy jeans. I notice those things.
~Bliss~
That’s awful! I hope Winnie makes her way back home or someone picks her up and brings her home! Sometimes life brings the unexpected and we just have to press on. Take a deep breath, look around and see everything you have accomplished now Smile
I just found your website, and I just had to comment, I hope you find Winnie – we have a dog named Winnie too..
OH.MY.GOSH. That is such horrible news…I’m so sorry you guys lost Whinnie! I’m sending all my positive vibes your way that she finds her way back to you guys!!!
And it’s okay to throw yourself a pity party when $hit happens…we all do it from time to time.
So sorry to hear about your precious pup! I hope she turns up really soon. Sounds like you have a lot of wonderful people who support you. Love your blog, so happy to be now following via LF!
Sharla
Oh NOOO! I’m so sorry! I’m sure she just took a quickie vacay and is headed back soon.
On the upside, that is one cool kid you have.
Sucks about your dog. I’ll say some prayers you find him. Also hoping your appraisel goes well. God doesn’t always make sense.
Oh I hope you find Winnie!! I will definitely say a prayer for you that she returns safe and sound.
Bubba once wandered off for over a day. I was so happy when a police officer called me up and told me he had Bubba riding shotgun with him all night. (He had trouble reading his tags – they were old and worn down.) Hopefully she’s somewhere safe and will come home soon.
Oh my goodness, Amy. I don’t blame you for having a little pity party, it just shows how much you love Winnie. Stay positive, we’re all sending good thoughts your way and hopefully your luck will turn around soon.
Dude. This sucks. I have nothing else. Suck. Suck. Suck. Cry ugly tears. You totally deserve to! Hope things start looking up real soon!!!
as I read this, I was shouting No, No, No! I hope Winnie comes home. Praying for you guys.
You did not need this to happen!!! Dark days only bring brighter mornings…..eventually. Hang in there. I’m praying someone will find Winnie and bring her home.
Oh, Amy, I’m so sorry!! I’m sure your nerves are shot after all those mishaps and disasters — camp out on those wonderful blessings in your life and remember that everything passes. Cyber hugs to you!!
xo Heidi
This bad string is temporary ! Stay bright. I hope you guys find Winnie soon =[
I am so sorry to hear about Winnie Amy! I am hoping that she finds her way back to you very soon! I have had a lost dog before and it’s brutal.
Pity party was totally in order. I would have done the same thing. Sometimes it’s best to cry it out and then put yourself back together with a plan.
Your attitude and outlook on life amazes me. You always stay so positive and grateful- it is super inspiring. Thank you for that reminder- I needed it!
Praying that your luck changes, your appraisal goes well and that dog finds her way home!
awe… sending good vibes your way. I hope she comes home soon.
Oh no! I hope she comes back.
But you have a good attitude, as hard as it is in times like this.
No doubt the Devil has been hard at work. You deserved a big cry! I’ve shed many a tear for you too. Keep hangin’ in there guys. God probably seems far away from you, but He is in control. Just hard to understand his ways at times. Winnie can still show up and “Junior” is the absolute coolest, Ever! Love you guys so much <3
Yuck, can’t say I think bad things comes in three’s or anything like that, but at some point, this too shall pass, and you’ll be back on track for “normal” again.
Jessica
stayathomeista.com
Hopefully Winnie shows up soon (maybe she went back to your old place or your parents?). Do you have her micro-chiped?
Sorry to hear about your doggie! That sucks. I hope you guys find her.
You definitely have a lot to be thankful for…that kitchen light is awesome! Great find!