Last month Stacie hopped on the momdot forums and told us of her insane experience being robbed at gunpoint in the Bahamas. We were just flabbergasted. To top it off, she was on a blogger trip for Disney (first time ever I was glad I wasn’t invited!). They forced her to the ground and her entire tour group was robbed of all their IDs and money.
You can read about her experience here on her blog now.
For Stacie, it was terrifying thinking of her family at home and her children.
She hasn’t blogged much since then and I have recently learned she is having a hard time getting out of bed and recovering from the nightmares of the entire situation. I wont say I understand. I can’t understand what it would be like to be on the ground with a gun pointed at me, wondering if I would see Chris or Charlotte again. It would most certainly make me never want to leave the house again and I rarely leave now.
It’s really affected her life.
Stacie is a wonderful person. I have met her many times at Blog events and she has a huge heart.
(blondie, me, stacie)
As a virtual friend its so hard to reach out to someone that needs a hug, but if you could leave her a comment here so we can send to her, blog about her with some love on your own space, or even leave her a comment on her site for when she returns, I am sure it wont go unnoticed.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I know it may sound cliche, but “what doesn’t kill us can only make us stronger”, and I do believe that you will come out of this stronger than ever before.
Prayers that the nightmares will end and you can find peace. It’s hard after such a terrifying experience I know. I once had a gun held on me too. It is frightening. They/he didn’t want money though. I was only a teen at the time, but the violation is the same.
Stacie… you’re in my thoughts.
Thank you so much Trisha and everyone! I really appreciate the nice words.
I have had two nights of sleep that were good (thanks to my doctor and a prescription) and I am beginning to feel better.
Just seeing this post and the support from everyone (here and on Twitter) has been wonderful for me.
I think Stacie is awesome and it breaks my heart to know that she went through this and it’s affecting her in such a horrible way, can’t say it wouldn’t affect me the same way! I am sending Stacie a virtual hug! She needs a picker upper and to know we all luv her!
Stacie, words are almost failing me right now. First, I’m sorry that this happened to you. Second, post traumatic stress is the lesser evil in this case, your still alive. You still have your family and most importantly they still have you! I hope these few words can send you as much strength as possible. your family needs you. I had a fire in my home in April and most days I’m still afraid to use the stove, but I have been more often, the nightmares stop and the fear gets easier to curb over time. Hang in there sweetie! Best wishes. xoxo
Stacie, I’m so sorry to hear that you’ve gone through this. I am praying for you right now–for peace, for strength, and for endurance. Hugs to you!
Staci sending some love your way and a hug,All your friends will help
you get through this for a miracle happened,YOU are still with us and
thats what matters.And guess what? Santa is on his way
I know I said it in the forum but I’ll say it again and again.
I am soooooo very sorry that happened to you. I can’t even imagine and I won’t. Know there are others supporting you.
Stacie–sending over some virtual hugs. What happened to you is tragic and no one should have to go through what you went through. I have you and your family in my thoughts and prayers tonight
stacie big hugs and we are praying for you.
That is so heartbreaking! My prayers go out to you Stacie! That is such a tough time and you’re brave to even be able to handle life and family overall!
Stacie,
I’m so sorry that you had to experience such a traumatic experience. Why is it that bad things happen to good people … sometimes it seems like life just isn’t fair. You are probably going through post traumatic stress syndrome and your feelings of not being able to move forward are very real to you. I am a Life Coach and I would be happy to talk with you if you are interested. You can reach me at kfleonard3@gmail.com.
You will get through this, be strong!
Kathleen
That combines my two worst fears: robbers and guns.
Man, I can’t imagine. I would be having a hard time with it too…
Stacie – just want you to know that you are a wonderful dynamic person and that horrible experience that happened to you was SO unfair. And random. and terrifying. and I know you’ll come through this stronger. Because you are STRONG. And I believe in you.
((hugs)) Stacie,
I still can’t believe that you guys had to go through this. It really heartbreaking. I agree that I don’t know what else I can offer but an ear to listen and a great big virtual hug.
Brandy
Such a scary situation – I can’t imagine, either. Virtual hug from me! I hope you come back soon!
I can’t imagine what it must have been like….terrifying to say the least! I hope that things get better for her and she is able to move on and stop having nightmares and such. Huge ((hugs)) to her!
Stacie,
I have just started getting to know everyone on momdot and everyone talks the world of you. I will keep you in my prayers and send hugs your way.
(((HUGS))) Stacie! We are here for you!
Kas