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Hello lovelies! I want to fill you in on the need for my emergency blog break last week. I won't be able to share every single detail because of time (and I really don't want to bore you all), but will do the best I can to explain.
To begin with, my daughter and I are moving again...in 7 days! We only found out just last week and I've been frantically trying to throw everything into boxes and tie up ends that I thought I'd have another 4 months to tie up. The background story is this:
Last Summer we moved across the country from our home in California to start what we hoped would be a fun and fresh start for us here on the East Coast. From day one things started to go wrong. First it was the black slime coming up into our kitchen sink making the room unusable. The fridge gave out shortly thereafter. Next it was the bathtub drain, and then nasty stuff started to come up our bathroom sink as well. From outside appearances this place is not a dump, so we had no idea what we were in for when we rented the place out. I wish that was the entirety of the situation. Unfortunately our apartment is also sandwiched in between two sets of unsavory neighbors that I wouldn't wish on anyone. On one side we are assaulted by the daily barrage of their screaming fights coupled by the strong scent of marijuana and cigarette smoke that seems to seep through our walls. Second (not as bad) is our neighbor who likes to wake me up early in the morning by ringing my doorbell incessantly until I answer...and then proceeds to go into tirades about the alarm system in her unit...asking if I ever hear it go off, etc, etc (completely nuts).
Next, I've been having some health issues that are making blogging/work very difficult and painful for me...and I strongly suspect that these are in great part due to the growing stress I've been under over the past 8 months.
Finally...and the reason for this sudden acceleration in our moving schedule (we were already planning to get out of here when the lease ended in July)...is that my daughter has been suffering from horrible bullying at her school. If you follow me on twitter then you know a bit about what has been going on for her. I've also just posted a more detailed infor in this post earlier today. Basically any attempts I've made to have the threats, verbal and emotional abuse stopped by the school went nowhere. The last straw came this past Tuesday when my daughter was thrown against the wall by a girl in her class. After she crumpled to the floor in pain a lunch aid came over to see what had happened and told my daughter that she would report the attack. She didn't. I only heard about the incident from my daughter when class got out that day. I just could not wait around for another more violent act against my daughter to take place and I went into the office and withdrew her from school immediately.
So dear ones...I am packing up my life again and moving to Oklahoma. Yes, it sounds crazy even to me. But my family lives there (after relocating there last year) and I really feel the need to be near to them once again after such an ordeal. We have found a sweet little house that seems the perfect place to find the peace and happiness that we were so hoping to have here in New Jersey. I will be sad to leave behind the friends I have made here but know that this is the right step for me to take in my life right now.
This week I will be doing my best to keep regular posts up here on Creature Comforts and then some incredibly generous blogging friends of mine will be writing a few guest posts to get us through the following week as I pack the moving truck and drive to Oklahoma. I thank you all in advance for your support and understanding. I will try my hardest to keep everything flowing as smoothly as possible here on CC during this process. xox Ez
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| by Ez Monday, March 22, 2010 
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Ez! I'm so sorry to hear all of this, best of luck with the move! You have a lot of fans here in Texas, glad you'll be closer to your family!
xoxo.
What an amazing person you are, your daughter is so lucky
Just wanted to wish you and your daughter the best of luck with your move. My mom and I have been a team for a long while. We've survived some rough times as well, but they'll only make you stronger!!! Your blog is such and inspiration to so many!!!
Best wishes!!!
I'm keeping you both in my prayers, and Honey + Hudson bunnies send comforting nose-nudges as well.
The best thing you can do is to get out of such a negative situation, and you have done that. Stay strong and take all the time you need. Think positive. V x
I'm so sorry to hear what you and your family have gone through. I think you absolutely made the right decision. Best of luck with the moving, it's a big hassle but I'm sure things will look brighter after that.
Your blog is so inspiring for me and it is very sad to read about stressfull days in your life(
I hope everything will be ok and Oklahoma will be a nice place for you and your daughter!
Dear Lord.
Best of luck! You certainly need and deserve it! Your perseverance and strength are impressive and I hope you get the peace that you and your daughter need.
good luck on your new adventure! have a safe journey and i pray that you are able to get a fresh happy new start in oklahoma :)
Oh my, what a horrible ordeal you and your daughter have been through. I can't believe the school has done nothing, shame on them. I hope you find some peace in Oklahoma.
i am so sorry to hear about this string of events and especially your daughter's school situation. that is just awful. ..i hope that aid's actions (or lack of) didn't go unnoticed with the school. i can't believe that nothing was done immediately and i can't even imagine having to go through the rest of the day as if nothing happened. what a horrible experience. i wish you and your family the best and i hope you have a smooth move and settle right into your new home! <3
I am saddened to hear about your daughters situation at school, but what wonderful mother you are taking action. I wish you a smooth and safe journey to your new home.
There is just no excuse for school officials to behave that way - if I were in your shoes I would have done exactly the same thing. You are such a wonderful mama for standing up for your daughter like you have been doing, and I hope that the transition to Oklahoma is smooth for both of you! Much love and good wishes!!!
hello ez,
i'm just reading this now and i feel so incredible sorry for what you had to go through the last 8 month. i wish you and your daughter all the best and a good move to oklahoma. we will still be here waiting for you to be back so don't worry about regular posts. just do whatever is necessary to stay healthy and be happy again.
sending you loads of love, lou
I hope your move goes smoothly and welcome to Oklahoma! I've lived in Tulsa for the past 6 years and love it here. I'm so sorry to hear about all that you've been through recently. Wishing you the best with this fresh start!
You and your daughter's health and safety are of utmost precedence above all else- including this lovely blog. We will all be here when you return- take your time. Moves can be so stressful, so please keep breathing deeply. Happy to hear that you are heading to family. Thank goodness for family. Take good care...
Oh, EZ! I am so sad to hear you've been struggling with so many difficulties! I had no idea-as I hardly ever frequent twitter and your blog is always a calming scene of all things bright and beautiful! I will keep you and your sweet girl in my prayers- and look forward to all the magic you will spin once you've settled in back home. Your home is close to mine! Where in OK will you be? I'm from NW arkansas-and I'd love to journey to meet you one day if possible on my next trip back! Lots of love to you- you're a brave and true mother and woman! xoxo, Katie
RUN, don't walk back to OK! All the best wishes to you and ur baby girl.
Oh my goodness...I'm so sorry about everything that's been happening!!! I will keep you and your daughter in my thoughts. I hope that everything works out for you on this new journey...and remember, as much as we all love Creature Comforts, the most important thing right now is for you to take care of yourself and your loved ones. We can wait : -)
For all the beautiful imagery and ideas that you bestow on us each day, I would have never known such atrocities were happening in your life. I wish you and your daughter a wonderful and safe trip to much greener pastures!!!
Oh Ez, I'm sorry to hear that this ordeal has been so much more than homesickness and readjusting. It sounds like a fresh start is just what you need. I hope that being near family gives you two the comfort you need right now, and I hope your packing sprint and impending move go well!
oh ni! i am so very sorry to read of such mistreatment towards your daughter. a hug and a squeeze to you both from me. i have family in oklahoma ( a niece one grade up from your daughter) and will be visiting in May, i hope you have a safe journey to a new and creative life out there!
~jek
xxoo
This post made my heart hurt so badly. I too am stunned by the lovely grace we've witnessed on your blog while all this was happening behind the scenes. I've said a prayer for you to find fresh mercies in your new home, and I'm going to remember you and your daughter every morning and at night when I go to sleep. Your sweet spirit is unmistakable, and all of us want only the best for both of you.
Much love
xoxo
I think you are a great person. You didn't look away. Be strong and take care. Best wishes for your new home!
I wish you the best of luck! Moving will be good for you and your family! Take care :)