Truck hit MY house!

[rivermom]

WOW!! Tink after reading all your posts about Trevor it just made me pause and think about what this poor young man has gone through. I can truly see why you feel for him and it shows you care for him as if he's your own son.

You have a good heart and it sounds as if Trevor does also. So much pain has been pierced with Trevor I can clearly see why he would be wanting to drown his tears and pain from a bottle.

He sounds like a very decent human being who just has a lot of healing to do. He is lucky to have people like you in his life.

I do wish him well and that he finds the peace in his heart to overcome such tragedies he is dealing with in his life.

[AngieDoogles]

Originally Posted by rivermom

He is lucky to have people like you in his life.

Tink, this is SO true! I hope you realize how amazing you are for being so compassionate and understanding in this situation. This poor guy really needs someone like you right now. It may sound strange, but running into your house may have been just what he needed.

[rivermom]

Originally Posted by AngieDoogles

It may sound strange, but running into your house may have been just what he needed.

I agree!!!! Everything happens for a reason. This small inconvienence hitting the corner of your home just might make the biggest impact in Trevor's life.

[Tink]

Dh was leaving for the week, so went and told Trevor the name of a treatment center that my oldest dd used (she's been sober for 8+ yrs!)
in case he'd want to go there. Greg told him I am free and willing to drive him there or just to listen if he needs to talk. He promised he will see his dr tomorrow to get a referral and will likely be paying me a visit after.
I hope he does. This brought back the loss of another young man who I loved dearly and lost due to a drunken escapade just 19 months ago. I really don't want to have to face that again, so have to try whatever we can to prevent it now while we have the chance.

It really isn't a selfless thing, our helping him. Neither dh or I can deal with another loss. We haven't fuly healed from the last one yet.

[Marilyn]

Tink, It's so sad that this had to happen, but maybe it is just the wakeup call that Trevor needs to get his life back on track before he does something much more serious.

On a realistic note, however, concerning your damage. Does he have insurance? If so, it may be prudent for you to have someone qualified inspect the damage and prepare an estimate of the cost to do a repair that will return your structure to it's preaccident condition. As you yourself mentioned, you may be finding hidden results of the accident in the future. You are doing to the right thing toward Trevor, but you also need to look out for your own investment. Trevor can still participate in the repair, but if insurance will cover the damage, you may have money later that can be used if problems do arise with your home.

Just a thought now that the dust has settled somewhat.

[Mandy]

Tink, i am sorry this happend to you, and your family. I read the story, and i know you feel for this youngster, i applaude you for the way you handled things! He is very fortunate to have you, and your hubby in he's life. You have a good heart lady!