Starting Over

Darice, been watching your progress on FB. I don't know if I could have done what you are doing. I'm really rooting for you to get established and back to what you love. That fire was horrendous for so many people. I guess you were lucky in that it did not take your residence, but still losing all that personal stuff that was stored in your studio and all that WORK you lost - like you said at one point, at least we can still enjoy your work here. I bought a couple of your greeting cards, and after I take care of some large approaching expenses, I may buy a print.

My daughter has a degree in art and takes commissions for graphite and pastel work, and she said "Wow, she's really talented" when I showed her the greeting cards. Hugs for all the stress, but now perhaps you are moving away from the stress part (which was obviously massive) to the "new adventure" part.

Good luck and take care of yourself. Onward!!

Best wishes to you and your husband, Darice.

Darice, so sorry for your losses! I have lost precious things in fires before and know how devastating it can be. I pray that you are able to rebuild better than ever. Just so thankful that your lives were spared and I hope you find your new normal soon!

Thank you Shelli and Robert.

Mary, give your daughter a hug for me, I really appreciate her comment. Thank you for the support, it means a lot to me.

Good luck to you both for the future!

Good timing Darcie. My wife just asked me a couple of days ago if I had read anything new on your situation. Now I can update her.

Thanks for the update and may we suggest the best for you and Charlie in your new journey.

Darice,

My condolences to you and your husband for the unfortunate hardship you've suffered. I wish you both easier roads ahead and complete healing of your souls.

Darice,

I really admire you and your believing in how you will go forward since such a terrible tragedy. You and your husband are looking forward to a new life and my prayers for you both and your families that you will be painting soon and that you will get your studio together, and husband his as well as your home. I agree with Brian, complete healing for your souls and for many great opportunities to come your way. Blessings over all you do and all that is coming forth!

My sympathies to you, Darice. Be strong. Stories like yours should be lessons to everyone to appreciate what we have.

Grass Valley is a great community! I wish you and your husband the best in this new chapter.

You & your husband are so strong together! Best to you in your new location & your fresh start!

Darice, I am glad you are starting over and for not giving up. You guys are amazing. Did you ever set up the Amazon gift list for what items you need to replace? Is that GoFundMe page still active?

Dearest Darice,

I feel deeply what you and your hubby are going through.

For I had to deal with a somewhat similar malevolent power.

Mine being Super Storm Sandy.

Now, ten years later, at 88, I happily live in a funky house, far away from the Atlantic Ocean.


So, if this old coot, can start all over and still thrive, YOU CERTAINLY CAN


(by the way, my neighbor, used every means possible, to get possession of that little shell of a house....He, then, not only tore down my house, he tore down his own, less affected house ( the one on the left) and built a humongous mc mansion)

SAD
SPEECHLESS
YET
I KNOW YOU WILL FIND A WAY.......A TRIAL , YES........NOT A JUDGMENT ......STAY STRONG
WITH YOU !!!

Best-of-Life to you both...

It seems like a great adventure to me. Best of luck to you both.

Darice,

I am happy for you. The happiest of couples heal each other. I sense that.

We came into this world with nothing. We leave this world with nothing.

You have something very important.

Darice, I am so sorry you had to go through this, but I very much admire your courage, determination, and most of all, your positive attitude.

You are doing an amazing job! I hope it all comes together for you two.

I didn't mean to post and run yesterday. There is so much going on right now it's crazy. I really can't thank you all enough for your encouragement.

Roger, I love your example, your strength and tenacity.

Iris, I think the GoFundMe is still up. I have an Amazon wish list, is that the same as a gift list?

Best wishes and good luch to you both,Darice

Thanks for sharing, you are an inspiration.

Although the causes were different I too am starting over again after loosing almost everything. Good luck. I would make a joke about pitching a tent in your warm California yard but my sense of humor seems to be easily misunderstood online. So while I like the idea it's just a joke.......at least until next December. ..... EDIT ADDITION. For anyone else I saw your collection PHOTOS NOT FOR SALE that has photos of your previous studio and at least 1 photo taken after the fire if anyone else wants to look.

One thing I have found helpful when starting over is to find a high quality thrift store and buy stuff that makes you feel at home. Simple inexpensive items that you always had can make you feel like you never lost them. Silverware, plates, bowls and even chairs that look like ones you had give some continuity and comfort, and a connection to the past.

Bradford that's a great idea. I keep telling my husband we don't have to buy everything new. At the moment he feels as if we are bleeding money.

Gary, I would laugh at your joke about pitching a tent in our California yard, except we are in northern California, in the Sierra Mountains.....it's frigging cold here!