Another update on my little family!

[MrsKreamer]

First of all I want to apologize to everyone for not writing sooner, and to those who I have been meaning to call as well, I have been so swamped. We are now in Kissimmee, and both working for WDW. DH is at Carribean Beach bell stand and I am a photopass photographer in MK and EPCOT. Today and tomorrow I am in Toontrown and next week I will be at SE @ EPCOT SUN and the following SAT and at Toontown on WED.

Ok so what have we been up to? Well we are just trying to make it out here. I am so lonely and have been battling boughts of depression since we moved, well really since Katrina hit back in August. I miss my family so much, but my aunt and uncle(DS godparents) snuck in a visit last week on their way home from FT Lauderdale, they bought their son a car off of ebay and were picking it up.

I am thankful that we have our own place to live and are getting by. My Mom and grandparents aren't so lucky. My grandparents, who lived a mere block from the 17th Street canal levy breech, lost everything, and are staying with friends now. Well I don't know if I would call them friends as they have turned my grandmother into cook and maid... They are still trying to get their business property up, but it seems that it is still months away.
My Mom who lived in MS lost her home and everything in it as well. She now lives with her BF mom. She has the means to move out, just no where to go. There are no apts left to rent, from what they tell me, and the waiting lists are full.

To top everything off, we found out a few weeks ago that I am pregnant. At first I was really upset. How can I handle another child when nothing seems to be certain right now? How did this happen(yes I was on the pill, and taking it everyday at the same time)? Once we got over the shock I realized that everything happens for a reason and we will get through this.
I had to take less hours at work because this has been a problematic pregnancy.

I want to go home now more than ever...but we are at a crossroads. They said that the levys won't be ready for nezt hurricane season and I am terrified of another storm. I guess we'll have to wait and see...

Thanks again to everyone, I will try to write again soon...
Stephanie

 

[ducklite]

Hugs to Stephanie! You can call me anytime if you need anything--you know that! Will you need any baby gear? My sister had her tubes tied after the last one who is now a year old, so will be outgrowing things. Let me know!

Anne

 

[MrsKreamer]

I don't need anything just yet. We still have a crib and I can send for DS baby clothes if it is a boy and my aunt's have little girl clothing. I guess I am just hopeful that we may return home before then...

 

[cajunmommy]

What timing.... I was thinking of posting a "where are you ?" on the way home yesterday. For some reason you popped into my mind as I was listening to WWL 870.

Congratulations on the baby! I'm sure it's thrown you for a loop, but maybe it's just what you need to get focused on something positive instead of the devastation you left behind. I too believe things happen for a reason, just sometimes that reason is hard to see right away.

I can't imagine how hard it must be to try & settle in strange surroundings. Just remember, New Orleans will always be there. It just might take a little longer to get "home", and it'll probably look & feel different. Take care.

 

[leebee]

"I know what it means to miss New Orleans..." DH just found his shirt yesterday, and when I read it I wanted to cry. Dsis and BIL live in NO (actually Gretna now, moved out of the city last year). They were "lucky", only lost about 1/3 of their roof, several windows, and had about 6" of water in the house. One bedroom was untouched, so that is where they are living for the time being. Mold is rampant, but they had good insurance so things will be repaired over time. They are in the house because BIL's job still exists, so he is working!

Stephanie, good luck with the baby. I know you are homesick, but the home in your mind and heart isn't in New Orleans at the moment. My sister is there and says she is still homesick. So many people have had to move, both temporarily and permanently. So many businesses closed, or open on limited hours, etc. Love where you are right now, while New Orleans heals and rebuilds. Stay healthy and strong, and focus on the development and growth of your new little one as a symbol of the development and growth of your new life, and maybe even that of New Orleans. I think of New Orleans and want to cry for the loss of a way of life that may not be able to be recaptured (and I'm not glamorizing it- we were mugged once while there, I know the ugly side too); I cannot imagine if it'd been my home. Know that you can come here for {{{{HUGS}}}} and a cyber-shoulder to cry on. Keep us posted on the baby- how exciting and wonderful, in the midst of all this chaos! Where will you be working Dec. 12-16th? I'll be looking for you!

 

[nativetxn]

I know the timing could be better but I want to congratulate you on your pregnancy. I hope your pregnancy becomes less problematic and that you enjoy good health during your pregnancy. I'm praying for a healthy baby for you.

Katholyn

 

[disneediva]

Hi
I am from metairie and we just came back to our home . It really is quite depressing here nothing is open late and so many people are gone. I miss the New Orleans of old. I only hope that one day we will be back there. Its funny how its the little things you miss the most. Our favorite restaurant Tony Angelo's was right down the street from where the levee breeched it was where my husband proposed and we went every year on my birthday I just can't believe its gone.
Wendy

 

[MrsKreamer]

Hi
I am from metairie and we just came back to our home . It really is quite depressing here nothing is open late and so many people are gone. I miss the New Orleans of old. I only hope that one day we will be back there. Its funny how its the little things you miss the most. Our favorite restaurant Tony Angelo's was right down the street from where the levee breeched it was where my husband proposed and we went every year on my birthday I just can't believe its gone.
Wendy

My family is really close to Tony. He is a friend of the family from back when we owned a small poboy shop. I feel bad for him, he lost 2 resturants, 2 homes and a boat. I am sure he was insured though. Dh and I had plans to dine there within weeks of Katrina, and I am upset that I never had a last chance to dine there. It truley was one of my favorite places....and it was a block from where my grandparents lived.

 

[MrsKreamer]

Thanks to everyone for the support.

Another little update...we got a call from FEMA yesturday. For those who didn't know, we haven't seen a dime from FEMA, and thought we never would. Well they are finally going to process our claim...imagine that after months and giving up on them, we may actually see something....of course I won't be holding my breath....!

 

[ducklite]

What great news!!!

Anne

 

[JennInTN]

Stephanie,

So glad to see your post. You remain in our thoughts and prayers. I am very pleased you had good news from FEMA yesterday.

We were down in WDW last week and looked for you, I was sorry I missed you. I was searching you out to take our photos.

Please take care of yourself (and the new little one on the way).

Jennifer

 

[staci]

Stephanie, so glad to see an update on you and your family. It sounds like things are going as well as they could for you right now. Congratulations on the baby!! While it may not seem like the best timing, the baby could be the blessing you need; giving your family something positively wonderful to look forward too and help the months pass as the gulf gets rebuilt. I have thought of your family often and am so glad to know you are safe and have a place to live. I pray that the cleanup in the gulf goes quickly and you are able to return to your beloved home as soon as possible, should that be what you decide to do. Im glad FEMA is finally coming through for you. Better late than never I guess.

 

[drakethib]

First of all I want to apologize to everyone for not writing sooner, and to those who I have been meaning to call as well, I have been so swamped. We are now in Kissimmee, and both working for WDW. DH is at Carribean Beach bell stand and I am a photopass photographer in MK and EPCOT. Today and tomorrow I am in Toontrown and next week I will be at SE @ EPCOT SUN and the following SAT and at Toontown on WED.

Ok so what have we been up to? Well we are just trying to make it out here. I am so lonely and have been battling boughts of depression since we moved, well really since Katrina hit back in August. I miss my family so much, but my aunt and uncle(DS godparents) snuck in a visit last week on their way home from FT Lauderdale, they bought their son a car off of ebay and were picking it up.

I am thankful that we have our own place to live and are getting by. My Mom and grandparents aren't so lucky. My grandparents, who lived a mere block from the 17th Street canal levy breech, lost everything, and are staying with friends now. Well I don't know if I would call them friends as they have turned my grandmother into cook and maid... They are still trying to get their business property up, but it seems that it is still months away.
My Mom who lived in MS lost her home and everything in it as well. She now lives with her BF mom. She has the means to move out, just no where to go. There are no apts left to rent, from what they tell me, and the waiting lists are full.

To top everything off, we found out a few weeks ago that I am pregnant. At first I was really upset. How can I handle another child when nothing seems to be certain right now? How did this happen(yes I was on the pill, and taking it everyday at the same time)? Once we got over the shock I realized that everything happens for a reason and we will get through this.
I had to take less hours at work because this has been a problematic pregnancy.

I want to go home now more than ever...but we are at a crossroads. They said that the levys won't be ready for nezt hurricane season and I am terrified of another storm. I guess we'll have to wait and see...

Thanks again to everyone, I will try to write again soon...
Stephanie

Please keep us updated on your situation.

God Bless.