They had just moved here and they have a baby boy and another little one on the way.

can only imagine what they must be going through right now.

It seems that so many people we know are going through extreme hardships right now. Throws our own happiness into sharper contrast.

for them! And take some for yourself as well

what a shame

In related weirdness, we invited her and her mum over for dessert last night and her hubby came with her. It was awkward to say the least.

so I guess he wasn't worried about the awkwardness.

One of other guests thinks he was stoned.

just learned that this is a big part of what has caused the couple's split. Urgh.

And she's just found out that she's pregnant too. Bleh. So glad her parents are there for her. It could be so much worse.

this sounds like a big mess and I will pray for her.

badly because her husband is a very social, charming fellow, and she's very young and, ahem, a bit catty at times. I quite liked him, and

found her mildly annoying. Goes to show that books aren't the only things you can't judge based on covers.

so they are new to your area - do you know if they both plan to stay in the area after they split up?

He's staying, and he's asked her to go. Her Mom came to get her and she's leaving tomorrow.

wow.

It's pretty messed up. And because he's a member of our congregation we still need to reach out to him, despite the fact I'd kind of like to

smack him upside the head right about now.

you can't smack someone upside the head without reaching out. He might need a fairly stern intervention.

what a crummy situation!

and sometimes it's not sensible to try to help everyone.

it's good advice to remember.

There are definitely limits, yes.

finds it hard to balance charitable actions with self-preservation, and Neil and I feel the need to set the example for the congregation.

If Neil, one of the leaders, turns away in disgust from this man (as is his natural inclination, I'm sure), what example does he set . . .

And what hope is there for this man if the only ones in this town willing to associate with him are other druggies.

Oh we won't be giving him money, the help we're considering offering is social only. Definitely.

you the best as you work through this.

just needs to find it in her to be a more loving, forgiving person than she currently is. It's probably good for me, even.