I am now only 3 days from self-surrender and I just want to take a minute to tell everyone how much I appreciate all the kind words, the uplifting spirits, and the important wisdom that you have given me over the last few weeks. As I have said so many times, the unknown is a very scary thing. Thoughts of leaving what was familiar for something I knew absolutely nothing about, almost crushed me. But you have helped me believe in myself again, become a stronger person, helping me realize that this is just a bump in the road. I will be okay, and yes it will be hard, and sad....but I will survive. Those of you who have calmed my fears have truly been my salvation. I have cried many tears over the last few weeks, not only for leaving my family but for leaving the very good friends I have found here at PTO. Thank you for caring, thank you for sharing but most of all thank you for showing me that I have the spirit to survive this. I hope that everyone will write me, keep me "posted" on PTO happenings, and share my stories from inside with others who may need help.

And a very special thank you to - cjjack, friscoslady, jft and greyghost for helping me come to terms with this sentence, and helping me understand that I am somebody. No words would ever express how grateful I am.

Any last minute info - would be greatly appreciated!!!!! lol

Until January 2005 (hopefully),

Julia Hardy
REG # 10737-078
FPC Bryan
PO Box 2149
Bryan, TX 77805-2149

I haven't cried like this since hubby left...we will be with you all the way Julia.

Julia,

I can only imagine how scary this week is for you. I hope you have some peace of mind and some level of acceptance for what you are about to endure. Enjoy your loved ones in the next couple of days and create some really good memories. When you get there.... look for the positive and make friends. Good friends and laughter will make any situation better.

I wish you could be here later to repeat all of this to me when it is my turn. As I have told you I have also requested Bryan and expect to be there in October. I will write and let you know.... Be on the look out for me.

You are in my prayers.

Sheryl

Julia - I am putting a letter in the mail first thing in the morning - so that you will have mail that first day. Keep leaning on God to get you through the rough spots.

Suzanne

Take care of yourself and remember all the kindness you found here on PTO when it gets tough. God willing I'll drop you a line or two from time to time as well. Keep busy..my fiance says that is what makes the time go by faster for him.
Sumayyah

Good luck to you Julia. We look forward to having you back with us.

You will be hearing from us here at PTO!! God Bless You.

Julia,

Just remember what we have discussed, you are going to be fine, keep your head up, even when your down!

Stay Strong!

You will be hearing from us!

Patti

Godspeed Julia! Remember that each day your get behind you is one day closer to coming home!

good luck to you julia. i wish you all the best. cant wait to here from you when you return.
you will be hearing from us!

May your time fly swiftly, stay strong. Each day will bring you closer to home. As you lay down to sleep each night you've taken more steps towards freedom.

You time will go by fast...we will all be here when you get back. And I am sure many of us will keep letters coming your way to show you that you are thought of. TAKE CARE

I will be thinking of you - as will so many of your friends here at PTO. Believe me, I know how difficult these days are. You will be fine, you truly will. All my best wishes,

Stay strong Julia....hurry up and come back soon. :ham:

Well friends.....At this time tomorrow I will hopefully be settling in to my new "home" in Bryan - tonight is going to be a real tearjerker - I must say my farewell to the only son I have left that doesn't hate me.
I have eaten all my favorite foods in the last 24 hours, I have watched a bit of Television (something a never do) so I could spend these last precious hours with my husband, I have laughed and cried with my friends and neighbors. My husband even came to bed an hour early last night and put his arm around me. When I asked why he was coming to bed so early he told me because I only have 2 more nights with you next to me. God did we cry. I went and had a manicure and pedicure today and my husband and I will be closing our garage door early tonight....So to all my friends here at PTO - Thanks for all the wonderful words of encouragement.....and watch for my letters coming to PTO very soon....

MAY PEACE BE WITH YOU
Julia

Good luck to you sis, you will be hearing from me soon...also send me a visiting form for Bryan. One of my daughters best friends just moved to Texas, maybe the two of us will have to take a road trip before winter!! We have already talked about it anyway. I dropped some books off in the mail today so they should be there hopefully by Friday. Take care til we talk again!

Jewela,
The little green light will be green again before you know it....GOOD LUCK and hurry back!

Peace be with you. I hope to see your face soon.

Sheryl

Darn.....This is just ripping me up inside....always does. I feel so sad. :cry: