Thank you for sending me a note even when you're very stressed and busy. You know that I think of you often.
I'm so sorry that your son is having issues with his blood condition.. Further, the fact that you have to go to court with your husband over bills related to your son's health is not good at all and I hope that the legal threats get him to take care of his responsibilities.
From the tone of your message, it sounds as if you have a plan on raising money to take care of you and your son's needs and appear to have the strength to do that. You can let me know if you need money for food and basic needs.
I have to go to Quito within the next day or two and apply for a 6 month visa extension through my lawyer because the decision for my residence will take longer and they want yet more stuff.. My passport stamp is up next week. It's going to cost more lawyer's fees and a $250 tax from Ecuador, but, maybe then I can wait on the small items they still need from Ecuador.
I really wanted to see my son again, but, without the extension I'd not be able to get back into Ecuador until they grant my residence and I can't stay indefinitely in Chicago. So, if my lawyer can get the material without me going to the US, better, because I can't afford another trip right now if I don't have to do it. Especially, because of the extra cost with the visa extension. What a mess, but, it will work out and I'm trying not to get discouraged and scared.
It would be wonderful for you to come and see me! I would like that so much! The trip would be good for you to get away from all the stresses and relax with the old man. I can give you suggestions for preparing for the high altitude before you come. Things that I didn't do that would have made my coming here easier. Who knows what ideas you'd get by coming here. You'll like it. it's very beautiful and by Feb of next year I'll be in a better apartment and can plan on doing neat things with the Thai woman.
I'm praying for you and your son. Please let him know I care and want him to get better soon. Know that I'm supporting the both of you in my thoughts; even though I'm not there physically, I'm still with you spiritually.
Tanya, I know you know you must be aggressive with your husband and the sale of the property for both your sake and your son's. That will be your motivation because there is no one in the world you love more than your son. You two care for each other please.
My health is good except for my arthritis which has gone into new stages that aren't good. I'm seeing a doctor. I'm slowly sleeping better without the CPAP (not here yet-don't worry about it as you have enough to worry about) and I'm not anywhere near getting a cold or the flu (like I did when I was first in Quito - it was bad) as I'm taking extra measures to keep myself warm and I do drink a lot hot tea. I keep the door open to get fresh air in my musty, stale apartment and have been able to pry open an old sliding window that will give more fresh air as well.
The apartment is not healthy for me, but, it's been real good for a place to stay to walk to get basic needs. Now that I'm getting an visa extension, I can take more time to get a pretty good place for the amount of money I want to pay. (Rent here is more expansive than Thailand).
Thanks for planning on coming. I hope you can. Much to do for both of us until then. It's nice to plan though. Stay strong.
Love and miss you my Sweetie.
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tom