Way overdue but needs to be said.
 

I few weeks ago I came to YT message with a question. I had such an overwhelming response which gave me something I have not had in a very long time....HOPE! 2 years ago I developed DDD (degenerative disc disease). I never really thought much of it except to get past it the best way I could. Well, apparently you don't get past it you just deal with it until you can't walk anymore. I have struggled with all kinds of treatments and have finally settled on pain meds that I take thoughout the whole day to get by. I cannot sit or stand or walk for any long periods of time. This has cost me EVERYTHING!! I won't bore you with my sob story but since April I have LUCKILY been collecting unemployment since my leaving the job was medically related and have been fortunate to work part time at minimum wage. This has been working well but of course is short lived and will never support me. I will soon have to try and take another job which I fear or will have to move into my sisters house (which means 2 of my dogs will need to go).

I love the job I am working now part time becuase it gives me the ability to work hours that I can handle, stand or sit whenever I need to and if I am having a really bad day, I can go home or not so bad day I can stay extra hours. It has been wonderful but it will not pay the bills. I am on my own so it's all on me.

You guys really stepped up and made comments on some bows I made which then I started to think, maybe they are cute, maybe I could do this also and that would cover me. When you feel like you have struggled and been kicked in the teeth for so long, hope is not something you have. Now I am not saying that it has solved my problem at all but when there is hope, there is a chance of something better. It has renewed my faith in life. I was able to get an extension on my unemployment so I am going to do my very best and try to promote this little website locally or maybe at some craft fairs and such. This is not something I would have even considered had it not been for YT.

This is NOT just a chat room....these are people, joined by a common bond. I will do all I can to reach out to you guys if you ever need me and hopefully I can give back what you all have given to me.

There is a little special on my website for you guys that use bows, not much but a little something to say thanks!!

I love your bows! i am going to order some now!!

I'm glad you found us. I do love your bows!

Your bows are BEAUTIFUL! Your thread is very poignant and I read thru tears. Congratulations to you for taking the initiative for your future.

So many give up when faced with hardship - but you are proof positive that it doesn't have to be that way.

So many of us can get down...my sister was suffering from cancer...a relationship of 12 years had desolved....my job that fully supported me is gone....All it took is a few comments by you guys to bring me back to being hopeful....Life is good and the glass IS half full!

I WILL NEVER LEAVE YT....we are a family!!!

i just pm'd you with a order!

Wow. I was not expecting this when I opened this page. Neither can I just quietly slip away without saying something. You have been through the ringer.. and for that I am so sorry. I know what it feels like to suddenly have to quit working, To have your paycheck gone. Living that way is so hard. Bless you for making it through this. You have fought quite a battle and you are winning. :) Every time you do not just give up... you win. Especially where it concerns your health.
Your bows will deffinately make a huge difference. So all I can say is... you are an awsome lady and you will get through this.

My best to your new business, I will be praying for both your health and your new business.

Best of luck!

As someone who also just took the plunge and put my stuff out to sell in the world, I know exactly how terrifying it is.

I only wish my boy would wear bows.:(

I love your bows. A friend of ours just works at craft booths and makes a pretty good living with it. Best of luck

I am sorry that things have pushed you down in life. I wish you well and success with your business! Good for you....go for it! Have faith in yourself, but most of all have faith in the Lord for it is he that led you here. Your bows are beautiful...:number1rii love them as you know by my order! Good Luck and chin up!!

I just wanted to add to all of these other great comments, that if there were more ppl in the world w/an additude like yours it would truly be great world!! I have boys, but when I get a girl I am SO ordering!! Keep it up!!

Congratulations on your courage, your bows are beautiful.

I am sorry things are so hard for you but so very happy you have found
a way to make your life better. Hopefully it will pay off for you in the
near future. Your bows are beautiful. Having a boy I won\'t be able
to use them but I am sure there are plenty of YT\'ers with little girls
who will be sporting them in a flash. Determination is key to anyone
who wants things to change. You cetainly have that going for you
and a good head on your shoulder\'s as well.
Good luck with your new found buisness venture. Your very talented.
It must take lot\'s of patience to make such beautiful bows.
I also wish you good luck with you health and prayer\'s coming for your
sister as well.

So sad for your pain. I was told by my ortho doc that I have degenerative disk disease, I guess it had not sunk in until I read your pain. Thanks for sharing. I hope you find some relief for your pain, I pray that God watches over you, helps you discover new talents to get you through $$, & blesses you so you don\'t have to give up your babies. Amen

It\'s so nice that you acknowledge the support you get here! I think your bows are really beautiful!
I know how you feel when things seem so hopeless and there\'s not enough money for anything. There\'s so many things I feel like I want to do and am afraid to put it out there! I\'m so glad that you\'re doing what you\'re doing! Good luck with it all; you do a beautiful job!