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Sadly it is also happening here in NH as well. People who are in emergency shelter, their support is being cut-off while the hotels are being filled with immigrants. That means MANY single mom’s, those who recently lost jobs and unable to find another to cover the cost of rents over $2K a month, are in homeless camps who get kicked out due to sanitation and safety precautions.

This is absolutely NUTS!!

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That is so awesome!! God KNOWS our needs and He guides us to where He desires us to be. May He abundantly continue to bless you.

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Absolutely Spags!! Only what one can afford to lose, while also keeping in mind of our basic needs of shelter, food, clothing, family & friends, and a means to protect those resources.

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NH is a beautiful state, although with many changes, hence why we are looking for a larger piece of property. All in time.

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Woodsman: It is something I have observed over the years. My husband and I think very differently about things, yet very similar in thought about our creative energies and preparing for our future. We used to work in furniture mfg when we were first married, so I understand the use of all his equipment and can use it if needed. With my sewing, I have shown him how to use my equipment.

After cleaning out his dad’s house, it has led me to sell/toss/donate things that no longer have purpose. What works best for me is organization. Sorting and having things in its own place, saves on time when looking for something. My husband, unfortunately, is not great at organizing but he is trying.

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Exactly. As I go through, I am making intentional decisions in whether there is a current use or best to sell/trade/donate

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I think there is a fine balance in having peace vs. having stuff. A small home is difficult to balance, while making choices. I’ve always wanted a treadle yet here in NH it is hard to find a quality one that doesn’t break the bank, so I purchased a Janome that does the same. I still need to start using it, so that I can if we don’t have electricity. Choosing peace over a large unit taking up space in your home is healthy.

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We don’t have a fancy cell phone, and still use the landline. Our cell phone is very basic and I pay month-to-month. Although we use it to communicate, I keep it to family only. I always saw them as a tool for emergency communication.

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Thank you for those kind words.

I spoke w/David this evening during his stress is causing him not to have the ability to eat. Then we were both crying.

I did sell a few items on FB market place, but we still have a few more items. The heavy ones that we have to have removed (need manpower) for the treadmill, possibly a wood stove or two. We wanted one, which we might still keep for our future homestead. I just posted on my personal page for an item, which I will add here. Then, I’ll post on FB yard sale, etc.

We were in such a rush, as we had the week to fill the 1 yard dumpster, and I reached out to his sister who did show up, but she and her husband left early, so David and I were out until 7:30 throwing in heavy reclining chairs, etc. We were both in serious pain, but God is with us.

Other than that, I’m doing really good. LOL Calm as a cucumber. David and I are praying more frequently together each day.

God is good!! We might be tired and emotional, but we trust in the power of our Lord.

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AMEN!! Thank you so much. God knows, He sees and He will deliver

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Very positive insight. Thank you. She has filed for SSD for her son, yet I also reached out to an attorney which I am waiting to hear back. He not only left them hanging and with no resources, he has basically abandoned them.

I’ve tried talking, but her emotions are so far off, it is so hard.

We have talked to her about our desire to move, more so to be closer to David’s job, but it would be in the school district that her son gets the special needs work. She wants to homeschool her, but she also needs help (which she can legally get here in NH when homeschooling).

This all started back in Oct. Her sisters are doing what I believe I trained them to do. Support one another, b/c as we age you will need each other. Yet, against your parents who would do anything? They are all seeking counseling, which I hope helps over time.

How I move forward is letting go, and this particular situation it is very difficult, but I have to. The lessons we learn in life build us up, teach us about ourselves and the direction in which God is leading us.

Thank you.

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Thank you so much for your prayers.