The Gothic Homesteader

Things have been on hold a bit here at the Gothic Apartment Homestead, or more like they have been totally swamped.  My husband started college, two months earlier than originally planned, I got a new job working overnights ( love the shift! ), and we had Thanksgiving to get through.  Now that things have leveled out, and with payday just around the corner, I shall be getting back to normal blogging. I did get a good book which I have started reading, that I highly recommend to all my fellow Gothic Apartment Homesteaders:  Apartment Gardening  by Amy Pennington.  Haven't read it all the way through yet, but well worth getting! ~ Morria

I just lost a friend today, a young man my husband mentored, at the tender age of 17.  It is unknown as to why, but he committed suicide.  Please, my friends, if you are struggling or know someone who is struggling... Please, please, please get help.  Reach out. I will be honest, there were times years ago when I myself was a teen that suicide seemed the only option... but I am so glad I never succeed.   Things really do get better.  Today I have a wonderful husband, awesome plans for the future, joy and Hope!  It wasn't easy but it sure was worth it! If you need help, please call 1-800-273-8255 , asap! I dont want to lose anyone else... National Suicide Prevention's Website is also a great resource for help. ~ Morria