Brisbie Posted March 16, 2008 Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 Oh my what can I say, I only just introducted myself and family a few days ago, letting the world know that we have our visas finally. Monday 10th March received visas, Wednesday 12th four armed attackers entered our home. And for 2 agonising hours tortured myself and my family. I cannot express how I feel right now. Everything is too fresh in my mind, smell, sound and pain. Never in my life do I want to see a gun against the heads of my children again. (News24 Robbers burn mon, dad with iron).Thursday the company informed us we are flying 11th April. I really pray we make it - so close yet so far.Thank you for the replies to my question earlier. I am using friends computers right now, so I will answer eventually....I must say I really needed to comunicate with you all as I really am feeling quite sore now, makes me feel its the family I never had.Will keep in touchPlease stay save and wellBrisbie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest natalie3 Posted March 16, 2008 Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 I dont really know what to say..my husband and myself were so upset when we heard of your family's ordeal...my domestic worker is very religious and started crying when i told her what the robbers said to you..Be strong now in knowing u will soon be gone...and safe in australia where your family can thrive and literally live happily ever after.My thoughts and prayers are genuinely with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mauritzvw Posted March 16, 2008 Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 Our hearts go out to you and your family and we can only thank the Lord that you are alive.I go to bed every night with the fear of it happening to usHope Oz is everything you want and more and enjoy the peacefull sleep there Candi and Mau Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeanne Posted March 16, 2008 Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 Brisbie, I feel so for all of you, I don't know if anything anyone can say can make it better, but just know our thoughts and prayers are with you. May your new life in Aus be filled with much happiness and no fear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Posted March 16, 2008 Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 To be honest when I read the article on News 24 i wondered whether you were on the forum.Thank you for sharing your story, even though you must still feel terribly traumatised.You know you are doing the right thing, may you be blessed with a safe journey over to Oz...All the best, and take careRed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisabella Posted March 16, 2008 Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 I am so sorry for the hell you have been through!!! are you taking your parents with you to Oz? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Battiss Posted March 16, 2008 Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 Hi Brisbie,There really are no words.. I'm so sorry.You will be safe and you will make it - with so many prayers surrounding you and your family, there can be no doubt.It's just some days away.. stay as brave as you are.Love and prayers,.Battiss and family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BasinOzson Posted March 16, 2008 Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 We know the Lord will be with you and your family. Thank you for sharing your story....it can happen to any one of us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicki G Posted March 16, 2008 Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 BrisbieMy hubby told me about this on Friday and said we need this visa sooner than later. I was appalled when he told me, through the wounds I pray for healing for you and your family, it is a time you need to go through taht nobody us able to comprehend, so I am not sure what to say, except I am sorryGod bless and may the 11th of April come quicklyBrad & Nicki Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HansaPlease Posted March 16, 2008 Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 It's just wrong. Nobody should have to go through that and being safe should be a basic right. I'm really sorry to hear about your ordeal, and glad that you're all ok. It won't be long now. Just think of how safe you'll be once you get to Aus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeanne Posted March 16, 2008 Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 Brisbie, I feel so for all of you, I don't know if anything anyone can say can make it better, but just know our thoughts and prayers are with you. May your new life in Aus be filled with much happiness and no fear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
somarie Posted March 16, 2008 Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 BrisbieGood luck to you and your family with dealing with the trauma. When I read in the newspaper about your horrible experience it just convinced me once again that we're doing the right thing!You are really in my thoughts and prayers. Take care of yourselves and make sure you deal with the emotional impact of it all.Sonja Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
De Kat Posted March 16, 2008 Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 Ek wil skryf maar die woorde wil nie kom nie. Blame it on the emotional submarine I am in at present. Know I have to come up for air, but can't bring myself to it.Wil net se sorry, jammer, en julle 'n collective drukkie gee.Kiti Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulsf Posted March 16, 2008 Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 BrisbieYou and your family are in my prayers. Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Milada (Ms Maritz) Posted March 16, 2008 Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 Ai. We've read the news article Saturday morning before going to Pretoria for the weekend. It was horrific and can't imagine what you went through. And I don't have much words, just know that we are all thinking of you. Keep well.http://www.news24.com/News24/South_Africa/...2287889,00.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiffoke Posted March 16, 2008 Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 Hi BrisbieWords cannot express the horror at what you have been through. Thank God that you are still alive to tell the tale and that you can recover from this ordeal in the safety of a country like Australia. You and your family are in my thoughts and I wish you all the best Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy+Ant Posted March 16, 2008 Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 Hi BrisbieYou and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nilo Posted March 16, 2008 Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 I'm with Kat on this one, I want to say sorry I want to say something that will make the hurt go away but words fail me!!I pray God keeps you safe and heals your wounds.Lots of loveSee you in BisbaneNilo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dreams Posted March 16, 2008 Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 So sorry to hear that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maraai Posted March 16, 2008 Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 My thoughts and prayers are with you!!! I read the article yesterday (I think) and was deeply shocked! There is nothing in this world that can justify what happened to you and your family! I just hope and pray that you will all be safe here until you leave and also (very importantly) that you will heal completely from this whole ordeal once you are on Australian soil. May you as a family grow stronger and closer in this time!It just breaks my heart!! Hold on to the hope you have, our thoughts and prayers are with you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sanette & Christopher Posted March 16, 2008 Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 Brisbie, i just spoke about what has happened to you and your family today ! It is so unfortunate that this happened to you just before you leave on probably the biggest adventure of your life ever. Just know that our lives are mapped out for us so long in advance, this was just the last confirmation that your families future is not here. Our prayers are with you and your fam, may your new life erase the bad memories eventually x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest JWEL Posted March 16, 2008 Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 Dear Brisbie and Family,We are so sorry about your ordeal. When we read about this, we just sat dumstruck for a long time. I couldn't stop crying for this unknown family and what they all had endured.I pray for your safety and peace of mind. We hold you all in our thoughts and hope that the children will be able to put this memory far behind them, very soon. We are glad that your flights are booked and wish a speedy and safe time till then.All the best and hugs for all of you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vlooi Posted March 16, 2008 Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 So sorry to hear about your ordeal.We read about it on the internet while living and working here in the UK and was horrified! I showed it to some of my colleagues at work and they could not believe that crime of this nature actually does happen in SA. What striked me was your words quoted in the newspaper that it happened to you and your family and the rest of SA is awaiting their turn... The problem is YOU ARE RIGHT!Good luck with the last arrangements - you and your family are in our prayers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bronwyn Posted March 16, 2008 Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 Hi there BrisbieI didn't know you were the lady asking about the schools only a few days ago . Your family has touched hearts all over the world, do you know that? Just last night I sms'ed my sister about your story (to beg them to hurry up and complete their visa application).You guys have been through our worst nightmare.Like everyone else, I wish I had words to help you or could come and give you a big hug. Please get lots of help for you and your children. When you sit on that plane, you will feel huge relief rush over you.Please be strong, and try and stay on the forum and let us know how you are doing?Bronwyn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coyote Ugly Posted March 16, 2008 Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 (edited) BrisbiePeople from all over the world are outraged for you and your family Our Prayers are with you and your family Look Forward and grow strong Keep those who remain behind in your prayers Follow the link below to the SAUSA postingshttp://www.sausa.org/index.php?showtopic=5365&hl=Look forward to hearing your progress in your new life Edited March 16, 2008 by Coyote Ugly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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