Annette, thank you for your note with its words of encouragement. As in your case, our faith and prayer are our consolation at this time. Sometimes fear takes over and all of us meet at the church for a prayer time. That is, those who live near each other. We add you and your granddaughter and family to our prayer list. Thanks very much for writing. Fred, Sr. -----Original Message----- From: gen-newbie-bounces@rootsweb.com [mailto:gen-newbie-bounces@rootsweb.com] On Behalf Of Annette Sent: Wednesday, December 07, 2011 12:03 AM To: gen-newbie@rootsweb.com Subject: Re: [GN] My lack of response to requested help G'Day I have been following the comments closely. Fred, like you & Yvonne, we have had a recent situation like yours. My 16 year old granddaughter, has also gone 'walkabout'. Its a strange situation to be in, on the one hand they are too young to vote, they are still minors in the eyes of the law, yet, they can leave home, get governments young homeless allowance, and we as family can do nothing. We know she is still in the state but not where & with whom.We have one powerful tool on our side PRAYER & Faith In the time, I have been on this list, I have felt very humble at the caring concern and genuine need to help from many. It often feels like one big family to me. I Love Christmas, sadly, its a time when feelings are fully alive. Fred, I value & appreciate your kindness & courtesy. Hope all works out well Annette Aksenov ******************** Gen-Newbie's website: http://www.rootsweb.com/~newbie/ ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to GEN-NEWBIE-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message