Tuesday, January 6, 2009

Juan's Arrest

First of all since you guys are my family, I decided to let everyone know what's going on because secrecy drives me crazy. In November right before Thanksgiving, Juan was arrested for domestic "stuff ". He is still in jail and is looking at 15 years if convicted. We are affected by this so much and it has ripped a big hole in our world. I have tried to keep a sense of normalcy for the kids, but as you can imagine it had been a nightmare. I have been running our grocery store alone and barely making it. Last week, they revoked the lease on our store in part to a morality clause that forbids arrests. So I have had stress up to you know where with money worries and trying to stay sane in this trying time. I have tried to do a few things for the kids so they can have SOME fun. One of the things I was able to do was take Mimi and Dominic to the Humanitarian Bowl. We had a great time despite the cold. One of the deputies from the Sheriff's Office gave us some tickets for free...we are so grateful for that. Another Deputy came over and talked to the kids about their job and eased the kids' concerns about policemen and they had a wonderful time and they are a little more comfortable about the whole situation. I just wanted also to say thank you to all my family and friends who have put our name in the temple and the prayers that have been given for us. We love ALL of you and thank you for your support in this darkest of times for us. We LOVE YOU ALL!!
























































































































3 comments:

Chandra said...

Oh Katie! I'm so sorry! I didn't know anything until Kim and Monte came and I was wishing I could throw my arms around you! PLEASE dont hesitate to ask us for anything! Hang in there! You are a tough girl and we all have your back ok? We love you! xoxoxo

The Wright's said...

Katie...I am so so sorry. I just feel so bad for you. You are going to make it through this though. Prayer helps. Christ helps. Just know that people LOVE you, and that HE loves you. There are so many people that would help you if you need it. Hang in there. Love ya

Kindall Family said...

I love you, girlfriend! I hate that you are going through all this. I wish I could make it all go away. Let's get together soon to whine and cry a little. I need some hugs and I know you do too!