Friday, February 01, 2008

Justice

The neighbor's trial was today. Mom's brother consulted with the State Attorney and the results were almost everything we hoped for. He was fined for the assault, ordered to attend six months (twice weekly) of anger management training (at his own expense) and is subject to periodic unscheduled reviews for up to one year to ensure that he is taking his medications and seeing his therapist. The No Contact order was also extended as an added protection against him bothering us again. Mom is relieved and hopes that we can begin to get back to normal. The stress of this situation has added a few more gray hairs to mom's head. We are going to take this weekend to unwind, maybe watch a little football, and let our hair down. We want to thank everyone for checking on us and for your prayers. We are very greatful for all the support and caring and hope to get back to regular blogging and commenting.

39 comments:

The Lee County Clowder said...

Yipes! We haven't visited in a while, and when we get a chance to drop in, we find ourselves in the middle of a bad TV movie.

We hope you kitties stay way away from this psycho.

Good luck, Astor's Mom, and keep a baseball bat (or shotgun) behind the door, at least for a while, OK? We have a bad feeling things are not over yet.

Just Ducky said...

Thank goodness that the judge put him in his place. Let's just hope he follows through on what he is supposed to do.

Purrs to all of you. Chill and have a good weekend.

Lux said...

That is good news!

Yes, relaxing always sounds like the best thing to do! Have a great weekend ...

Mark's Mews (Marley, Lori, Loki, and Binq) said...

We are SO GLAD to hear of the results of the Bein Trial! Glad that that VERY ODD BEIN is prevented from botherin ya any more.

Team Tabby said...

We so hope that this will be an end to the situation wif da neighbour. It has been such a stressful time for all of you. We think it a great idea to kick back and watch some superbowl.

Moe & Mindy

Mickey's Musings said...

WooHoo!!!!! Finally! We are so happy that things might actually get back to normal now! Hope you do have fun this weekend :)
We have missed you!
Purrs Mickey

Daisy said...

I hope this is the end of all the trouble from that neighbor. It must be nice to have it behind you so you can relax and have fun again.

muffinmidi said...

I'm glad the trial is over. Sometimes Florida seems like the Wld Wild East.I swear this state is a nut magnet. I hope that neighbor does follow through with his classes and supervision, but I'd keep the surveillence system active and that baseball bat close at hand.

muffinmidi said...

I'm glad the trial is over. Sometimes Florida seems like the Wld Wild East.I swear this state is a nut magnet. I hope that neighbor does follow through with his classes and supervision, but I'd keep the surveillence system active and that baseball bat close at hand.

Shilgiah the Cat said...

Hope all goes well for you and your family now and that the disturbed man will get the help he needs (and meds) to help him function in reality and not in some paranoid state.
Take care and be safe.

Parker said...

Good news! I hope you were able to enjoy your weekend!

Mickey's Musings said...

Hi guys .I hopr things are still going well for you .I miss you too :)
Purrs Mickey

Tybalt said...

I am so glad the judge did what he should do . . . too bad they can't lock him away permanently to keep him away from you kitties and your mom! I hope things get back to normal for all of you now. Purrs, and I hope you had a happy and restful weekend!

Unknown said...

I am so glad that everything went well with the trial. I hope your neighbour continues with everything he needs to do. Be well!

PB 'n J said...

Waa hoo! We're so glad to hear that it might al be over for you all. Let's hope that he stays on track!

Purrs,
PB&J

The Furry Kids said...

We're glad the trial is over. Hopefully things can get back to normal around there. Lots of purrayers for you guys.

Anonymous said...

Glad to hear that some justice was done in your case. That guy had better stay far away from all of you.

PerfectTosca said...

I'm glad you prevailed. I hope this takes care of that nutball once and for all. Otherwise I can stop by and remove some of his flesh for you.

Mickey's Musings said...

I hope things are OK.I worry because your neighbour is so unstable.
Purrs Mickey

Tiger Lily said...

Happy Valentine's Day!

We are sorry we have not visited anyone much lately because Mom has been sick. It is good news about your neighbor!

Jemima, Zeke, Sushi, Tiger Lily and Ruckus

The Cat Realm said...

Good news! We hope that maybe the anger management courses will help to make him better!
Enjoy the week - without stress! The maid says she knows how to cover that grey hair - she gathered a lot (stress related ) over the course of her life too!

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MISS PEACH ~(^.^)~ said...

Gosh what a sad situation with the neighbor. I would be so restless all the time with worry about that kook! Please take very good care of your mommy Astor cats!
Love Miss Peach

Mr. Hendrix said...

I'm so glad the judge took care of that mean mean nutjob. I'm with radcliff, allie, luna & ozzie. we know you have an alarm, but your mommy should have pepper spray or something just in case.

You guys need to keep your mommy relaxed and cozy. purring and being cute help a lot!

The Furry Kids said...

We hope everything's ok with you guys!

Mickey's Musings said...

Just to let you know we are still thinking of you :)
Purrs Mickey

Team Tabby said...

We miss you, hurry back.

Mindy & Moe

Karen Jo said...

I am so glad that you got a good verdict. I hope things are completely back to normal for you now.

Mickey's Musings said...

Just checking in :) Offering Purrs to all of you.

Purrs Mickey

Mickey's Musings said...

Just checking :)
Purrs Mickey

Team Tabby said...

We's thinking of you all!

Mindy & Moe

Mr. Hendrix said...

Hey all, just checking in. We hope things are going wonderfully with you and the icky neighbor moved.

The Cat Realm said...

We hope you are o.k.!
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Mickey's Musings said...

Still thinking about you :)
Purrs Mickey

Mickey's Musings said...

Purring for you :)
Purrs Mickey

Mr. Hendrix said...

are you guys OK? we haven't heard in a looooooooooong time and we're worried! can you send an email thru the blogosphere news page and let us know you're OK?

Tiger Lily said...

Hey! We miss you guys! Are you OK?

{{{{{{Hugs}}}}}} for all of you from all of us!

Jemima, Zeke, Sushi, Tiger Lily and Ruckus

Mickey's Musings said...

I hope to see you blogging again someday!!
I really hope you are OK and your eveil neighbour is not responsible for your absence!!!!
Purrs Mickey

Sasha said...

Goodness! We hope that the situation is calming down, as you haven't posted for a while.