January 10, 2013
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We Are In Negotiations People
They want the ranch,
the wagon,
the wagon wheels,
the sectional sofa,
the entertainment center,
the dining table and ten chairs,
the hutch,
the six bunk beds
all at $38,000 below price.
I’m drawing the line if they ask for my comfy flannel pj bottoms.
I’m tough like that.
Seriously, we had offered options for potential buyers, since this furniture was purchased specifically for this place and is offensively too big to fit into any home we will downsize into eventually. The furniture and wagon really do belong here, so I am thankful they like it enough to keep it.
We have countered with our must have price to cover loan and real estate fees.
Last night was an emotional one, since it is probable we will be able to agree to terms with these potential buyers. It’s hard letting go. So much to release before we move onto this new lifestyle change my health is relentlessly pushing us towards.
The hardest part is recognizing my inability to continue dog rescue at this demanding level. Lots of fits and tears over this decision. For months I have labored this issue in my soul.
I need your help.
I need help finding healthy placements for all but two of our nine canines. We will be keeping Cactus Jack and Josey. I know I joke about the neurotic state of my pack, but there is truth behind it. They are all pretty special needs in the sense of their behaviors. This is why they ended up at the pound or on the street. These dogs have unique make-ups and backgrounds and will require extreme patience and commitment.
If you think you might be interested in providing a home for one of these neurotic critters, lets talk. I know you mangy varmints love me and feel the need to help, but this can’t be an emotional decision. You can’t do it for me. It has to be for the dog. The one thing I do not want to happen is for you to end up with a dog that is an unhealthy match and you and the dog end up miserable or the dog ends up being passed on to yet another home.
I will try to post a write-up and photo of each dog available for placement today or tomorrow.
Thank you for listening and for being so supportive as I learn to release this part of my life. I love you, you mangy varmints.There ought to be a law to keep weepy wild women off the internet.
Comments (38)
awwwwwwww. I’m glad they like the wagon and the sectional. It wouldn’t be the same ranch without them. re: dogs, I will think about people I know who might be able to take on a special-needs dog. Because of our kids and our suburban lifestyle and our terrier and hamster we are not good rescue candidates. But we are dog lovers and know a lot of other dog lovers! I know you’ll find seven lovely homes for your dogs. (although I really want to offer to take your beautiful, beautiful Airedale mix).
@ordinarybutloud - Thank you, OBL. Even though Boomer Swooner the Airedale is registered, he’s just not Podville material. He’s most definitely from junk yard dog bloodlines.
@WildWomanOfTheWest - ah, I didn’t realize he was all airedale. I have a terrier weakness, of course. Would have rescued a kerry blue if it weren’t for all the kids running in and out of our house all the time. The wheaten is allegedly the best of the bunch with kids and we’ve had him since 12 weeks but he still struggles with the 11 year-old boys. Man, those boys are loud and obnoxious.
Praying and wishing that they each find the perfect permanent family. My heart is breaking over my handsome Pecos. I know that I know I can’t give him what he needs but I so wish that I could.
I’m glad there’s no law to keep you off the internet. Praying you will find good homes for all the dogs. Sorry I can’t help.
Awww, I hate that you’re giving up so much. I’d love to take a dog, but Damon is terrified of them. And I’m nowhere nearby.
The most I can do is wish for a good home for each of the dogs. I’m so glad, though, that you finally have potential buyers, although I’ve loved the stories of WHR!
weepy wild women definitely belong on the internet. can’t help with the pooches other than having positive thoughts for you all.
You’re breaking my heart Tamy. I didn’t realize your health was so bad that you have to leave the ranch.
I’m sorry I haven’t been around much, and sorry for your situation.
Fare well my friend, fare well.
I hope and pray the real estate end of things works out for you. We are currently trying to buy a house so I know how all the offer and compromise stuff wears on a body.
Best of luck with finding good homes for your dear doggies. When you have a post up about them I will certainly spread the word around to all my dog lovin friends and maybe that will help place one or two of them. Wish I could take a couple of them, but right now trying to move half way across the country with dh, five kiddo’s, and a bird in tow is about my limit! LOL
(((((((hugs))))))) Much love for you, for all of the big life changes coming your way.
Wusband and I have been having the same debate here: we REALLY need to figure out how to make our space more injured and arthritic joint friendly ((sigh)). One floor living would be optimal, but that means giving up our three floor home. probably parting ways, and moving. I am not so emotionally attached to the house, however I love it; the thought of moving again – ever – is so overwhelming I can’t quite wrap my mind around it. And not living with Ric is simply unfathomable…
You are a wonderful, courageous woman, Tamy; I am glad you have finally found the perfect buyer for your home and will keep you in my thoughts and prayers for the inevitable difficult time of transition.
We have been looking for the perfect small dog since our terrier Rosa died 7 years ago. I wish you weren’t half way across the country, I would seriously consider taking one of your beloved pets.
Sending lots of love and good thoughts your way. MUAH.
as heartbreaking as this whole thing is, I believe things will work out for the best, for everyone…I don’t think I could get through the days believing otherwise…ilym
Hugs to you Tamy. I can’t take a dog, but I will rec incase it finds the person who can.
Wow, this is traumatic. So many things to think about for you. My biggest heartbreak would be moving away from that beautiful farm. I doubt that I will ever own more than one dog, but I sure do love the one that I have. She’s a 12 year old lab and she still acts like a puppy. Mainly I am praying for your health to return. – Rollie
Me oh my. I did wonder how you were able to keep up with it all. I will pray specifically for each dog and new owner to be. Also, for your new home-to-be! This is a big deal and you are so very loved! HUgs, Gail
I totally understand. As you know I had to give up fostering and stuff for the same reasons. I’m so sorry, I know it hurts the heart more than anyone.
If I had extra money I could absolutely take on a couple of the smaller ones – you know I specialize in special needs and rehabilitation. But unfortunately I am having to have Nick help me with the cost of mine as it is. I can’t ask him to take on more dogs financially.
However, if you are unable to place all of them before you have to move, and there is nowhere else for them to go, or you are just extremely overwhelmed and need a reduction ASAP, I may be able take 1 high special needs or 2 low/medium special needs smaller ones on a temporary basis until you are able to find them a permanent home, depending on what the needs are (have to make sure they are compatible enough with my pack from the start that I can easily integrate them.) I would just ask that you provide their food and any medical needs while they are here.
Hopefully you will be able to find good homes for all of them in time. If you’d like I can help with the interview process via e-mail, but I can’t really do home visits since I can’t drive far. And I hate doing home visits. DON’T miss that part of rescue. lol
I wish…I wish…I wish.
You are a good (wild) woman. Best of luck with the transitions and healing.
Good luck with all of it. I can’t help but think it’s overwhelming at times.
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Lord bless you Tamy. Happy thinking that someone will love your wonderful Ranch. I am praying for you, your health, new home to be, and for your sweet critters new homes!
I feel your pain and sorrow as you are untimely forced to give up a huge part of your life, who you are, and who you have become. Kinda like losing children… I do wish the best for all concerned, and I certainly hope the best for the critters.
Praying for you!
Oh you sweet thing. <3 I hope you are able to find the right forever homes for your babes quickly. This is why I could never foster animals. I get too attached!
Change can be so hard…we moved from five acres to a small deed-restricted neighborhood. After 5 years, we have finally adjusted. Wish I could do something about the pups and hope you find them a forever home very soon.
I have a soft spot for neurotic dogs…and am a groomer for 25+ years. Will check back for the write ups about them…just not sure how one might get way over here.
On the contrary—I think we need more weepy wild women around.
I know this is very difficult for you. I’m wishing you all the best in the world and the brightest of blessings. I will be keeping you all—your pack included—in my warmest of thoughts. I wish I could do something other than write words in a comment section.
That is definitely low balling!! I hope you find a good buyer and good homes for the other doggies.
I will pray that you find a better buyer at a fairer price!
It’s down to the nitty-gritty now. You’ve got an awfully lot on your plate right now but you are greatly loved ,so, that in itself will help you through all of this. Tamy, hang in there girl. I’ll be lifting you and your family up in prayer. I’m thinking that God will put his arms around you and give you a big hug and make it all better.
I am so sad to hear you are not only downsizing the ranch but the dog pack too. If I could I would – but the D.O.G. would try to eat the little guys. (Probably not successfully but damage could be done and that can’t happen.)
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There comes a time when we must and it is never easy.
Love you sweet lady,
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That is nice the house is selling. Good luck finding homes for the dogs. I’m sure you will find them great places.
hope things work out in your favor. the ranch, the dogs, everything. i’ll keep my fingers crossed that you’ll find good placements for the two.
::hugs:: to you. I know my guy would LOVE to take one of your dogs but we can’t have animals where we are (we live in a condo complex… believe me, we’re animal lovers and we wish we could have pets!). I’m sorry this is happening to you… winging a prayer for you as I type.
when you walk into the house everything that you mentioned belongs there and fits it.I sire hope the new people laugh like we did sitting in the sectional and posing out on the wagon . I offer prayers that your dogs find good homes .
If they kept WWW (weeping wild women) off the WWW (giggles
) where in heavens name would we get our daily dose of support? Besides, under these circumstances, I’d be more than just weepy.
Just reading this made me misty eyed…
I know, I’m a day late and several dollars short but I had a good excuse. *soft laugh… Still, it’s nice to catch up a little.
Wish I lived in my old place. It had a small yard and lots of room for a couple of 4 legged furkids. Especially ones with special needs since they would fit my personality very well. I know they will get the best homes possible with you involved and that’s what makes it all worth while, even with a heavy heart involved.
Know there is a lot being thrown at you all at once, my dear, but try to take it one day at a time. All that stress has got to be doing a number on you. Just makes me want to wrap you up in a warm hug and hold on for a wee bit.
Take care, cuz I care, sweety… Know you are in my prayers 24/7.