Well, it's been 2 weeks since our garage was burned down. Things have calmed down a little but dealing with the after math is not any less overwhelming. I know we've dealt with similar situation a few years ago when we flooded, but it doesn't make it less stressful second time around. I want to think that I usually deal with stress pretty good for the most part, but it doesn't mean the stress isn't there, it doesn't mean it's fun to have to deal with situation. If I have to be honest with myself right now I'm actually feeling pretty overwhelmed! On top of having to deal with insurance (which to me hasn't been too terribly horrifying but it is nonetheless a hassle), we have been trying to get the garage rebuilt (getting estimate from people and talking to insurance etc), shopping for not one but two vehicles (we were not ready to go shop for new cars, I really loved my Ford Flex, and hubby loved his F150), family obligations (kids), and church obligations, and just life in general. I feel like my plate is so full I don't think I'll be needing seconds! Last weekend we did go on a family camping trip some place nearby, which turned out to be a good stress relief. At first I wanted to be selfish and just cancel the trip because we had so much going on but I quickly realized that I couldn't be so selfish and the kids needed it. I'm so glad we went, but when we came home reality was waiting at the door *sigh. I always try to stay positive, but it doesn't take the stress away, but it sure helps me get through difficult situations a little bit better. Dealing with insurance, rebuilding, and replacing all the equipment and tools will take awhile, but it will eventually happen. I will post pictures when we have our new garage done and we might even have a party to celebrate!
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| This is our "ground zero" |
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| This is what our garage looks like now, pretty much just the cement slab |
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