Bruised but still here

[formariz 12,374]

 

Hello everyone. First my apologies to all for falling off the face of the earth, specially to the ones that attempted to contact me and perhaps I did not answer. 

  It has been an adventure this last year, starting with our health which unfortunately just wants to travel south , keeping us busy just by the multitude of appointments, tests and the lack of peace of mind which many times just takes all and any motivation away. It’s a struggle. 

 With my father’s passing last year now it’s the impossible task of managing properties in two continents without being there. My wife is not up to travel and I cannot leave her alone so it just complicates things. My younger son is now back with us making things a little easier and certain things possible which is a blessing. Only due to that I am actually now waiting to board a plane so I go for a few days to do some closings on stuff over there. 

  Been also quite discouraged with the current “climate” here , due to which I have taken a bit of outright abuse never having in my life imagined it possible. Amazing how all of a sudden so many change their attitudes towards one, clearly intended on making one feel singled out and unwelcome. Again, feelings I never thought I would have specially after 60 years of being here. 

   I was looking forward to the show this year but unfortunately due to the health and overseas issues it’s not going to be possible. I’ll be looking forward to seeing all the photos. Hopefully I’ll also find time and the motivation to start being active here again. I miss you all.

[kpinnc 18,420]

Sorry to hear of your father's passing. Keep your head up and know that you are being prayed for by people you've never even met. 

[wallfish 20,039]

Sad news all around but I know you're a strong person. Miss having you around here and will certainly miss seeing you at the show this year.

Wishing you the best

[Bill D 2,888]

Sorry to hear of your fathers passing and all you're dealing with.  My prayers for you and your family. 

[953 nut 66,588]

9 hours ago, formariz said:

I miss you all

We miss you too. When we don't hear from one of our brothers we fear the worst but pray for the best. Your posts have been a part of our lives and we always want to know what is going on, good, bad, or indifferent.

Just last week someone was talking about corks and I shared your cork harvesting thread from a couple years ago. 

My prayers go with you as you board the airplane to Portugal. Hope you will be able to see your home team play on Wednesday.

[squonk 46,855]

Going to miss you Cas. Every time the show approaches I've looked forward to seeing you again and your son and Grand kids riding around. And I will always remember the smile on your wife's face when she attended the show a few years back. Stay safe and keep us informed. 

[rjg854 13,081]

Our prayers are with you Cas, be safe my friend. 

[pfrederi 20,669]

Glad to see you come back.  Stay strong!!

[SylvanLakeWH 31,542]

Continued prayers for you and your wife. And, that all goes well closing out your father's estate issues. Safe travels...

[oliver2-44 11,530]

Good to hear from you, think of you when I do my much simpler wood working projects.  Prayers for your as you travel and your health.