Hi,I’m April 😊

[April Ostapchuk]

<p style=”text-align: left;”>My name is April Ostapchuk,and my husband’s name is Russell,he’s a commercial fisherman out of Point Judith, RI. I’ve known Megan for years,I’m looking forward to talking with other women who get it.</p>

[Megan Waldrep]

Hey, April! So happy you found your way here! Perfect timing, as your podcast interview just went live today! Here’s a link:

Peek into the life of Rhode Island POCF April Ostapchuk

I’d love to start a conversation with the group about what’s important for them. What is something that is on your mind now that you would like support in?

[Jennie Logsdon-Martin]

I get it! Hi April! Can’t wait to get to know you! Any Friend of Megan’s is a friend of mine!

[April Ostapchuk]

@Megan,I’m not sure, everything is always a concern. Now, most recently, is the weather, and unpredictability of finances. 

[Megan Waldrep]

Hey, April! I definitely understand those concerns, and I know others do, too. Regarding finances, I’m sharing this link to our Forum Private Resources, which has a free downloadable for organizing finances plus a ton of other helpful materials for navigating money in a commercial fishing household:  https:/forums/topic/helpful-resources/

How did y’all hold up during the storms? I can’t believe how it swept through the country like it did – from the tip of Florida past Maine and into Canada! We got some weather here, but we were lucky. I hope y’all faired well, too. <3

 

[April Ostapchuk]

<p style=”text-align: left;”>Sorry, we’ve been super busy recently,and it’s been forever since I’ve checked the forum,my husband just went back to work after 2 months off to take care of his mental health,which is great,he’s recognizing it and doing something about it!!! We have so much going on,he was in the water last November,another deckhand ran it onto the beach heading into port,while him,the captain and an observer were sleeping,if you Google f/v Susan Rose it’ll come up,it happened on 11/17/2023, he’s the “fourth person that was off the boat before rescue arrived”. We’re still dealing with and reeling from that,it’s been crazy. That felt nice to finally unload all that,thanks for reading 🙂</p>

[Megan Waldrep]

Hey, April! I’m happy to hear from you! This forum is free to come and go as you please. We’re never late; we’re always on time. Just know it’s always here for you! 🩷

I’m so sorry to hear what your husband went through. How scary for you both! I can’t imagine how that must have been. It’s great to hear that he’s prioritizing mental health, and you’re both supportive of that for each other.

Just checking on the caretaker  – how are you? What can I/we support you in? I’m sure it’s been a lot for him AND you. Have you been able to take a walk or break from time to time? Friendly reminder for POCFs that I’ve heard from others and mental health professionals: as we take care of family and home, we must take care of ourselves. <3

Community with like-minded women is super valuable for that! If texting is better for you, and you want to connect with me and other awesome-like-you POCFs more instantaneously, we have a private group chat that is FREE to all forum members!

*Use this link to get your free forum membership access.*

Click here to learn more. You’ll see the kind of love and support that is available to you! <3

It’s a beautiful way to pop in from time to time and support each other through the challenges and joys of our lifestyles and unique relationships. Some like this option because it’s easy to text when needed.

If you prefer the forum communication as is, it’s all good! I’ll check back in on you here. 🙂

(If helpful, to be notified of forum replies to this convo, you can BLUE CHECK the box under the post “Notify me of follow-up replies via email.” seen in the screenshot below!)

Either way, I’m here for you, April. Keep me posted as it feels comfortable to share, and I’ll keep you and your fisherman in my heart and prayers!

Xo & POCF Pride!,

Megan

[April Ostapchuk]

Hey, we’re hanging in there,just finishing up getting ready for Christmas, I’ll have to check out what the group chat thing is about,what app is it?  I hope you and yours are doing well 🙏🏻 🧡🧡

[Megan Waldrep]

Merry Christmas! I am waiting for my fisherman to arrive this evening. I’m so happy I get to spend quality time with him until the 30th when he flies back to California to finish spiny lobster season.

Yes! We’d love to have you in our private chat in the Telegram app! here a link to join, and you’ll have instant access.:

Telegram

https://t.me/+wnNXl5ZZZ9VkNjhh

If you also go to the main home page of the forum, you will see a section to join as well.

Merry Christmas and happy new year! See you in the chat!

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