tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31940858.post7210529911913552071..comments2024-02-08T15:41:12.327-05:00Comments on Brown Quilts: Not At All Quilt Related...Carolhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05740642815128986086noreply@blogger.comBlogger43125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31940858.post-51098456458588813372012-12-21T10:15:52.845-05:002012-12-21T10:15:52.845-05:00Thank you for sharing your thoughts and feelings. ...Thank you for sharing your thoughts and feelings. It really hits home. I've felt the same way myself. Thank goodness for dear family and friends and those "lightbulb" moments that remind us of how much we have and how much we matter. Your post touched my heart. So glad to have found it and you. You're quite a wonderful lady!Drewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16309315029495918587noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31940858.post-79948856380126673252012-12-11T12:18:56.101-05:002012-12-11T12:18:56.101-05:00I was 27 when I lost Mom and after 7 years and I s...I was 27 when I lost Mom and after 7 years and I still break into a blubbering baby when I hear O Holy Night! (The people at quilt guild looked at me like I lost my gourd last Tuesday! LOL) know I am thinking about you and hope you continue to find the peace in your heart you need to guide you through this! Josie McRaziehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16920829397288239105noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31940858.post-31645063865764397372012-12-03T00:41:45.830-05:002012-12-03T00:41:45.830-05:00Oh, dear Carol - I so know where you are at with b...Oh, dear Carol - I so know where you are at with both the expectations issue (I am still having problems with that but I hope your post will give me some good things to think about now) and missing your Mom. Like you, my sweet Dad passed away in May and a day does not go by that I don't still chat with him about everything going on in my life. I still cry and cry and I am not sure how Krishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15655946445169421253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31940858.post-66700562454843434282012-12-02T21:32:29.929-05:002012-12-02T21:32:29.929-05:00Hi Carol. I've been away camping so I had no i...Hi Carol. I've been away camping so I had no idea of the bad week you had. I'm so sorry that happened to you. I think the anniversary of your sweet mother going to heaven was the trigger for a snowball of things that would make anyone break down like you did. I agree friends are are blessing and so is family. I'm happy you are doing better. Although I'm not as good of a friend to Carolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01332365628403090230noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31940858.post-4838384351795087352012-12-02T19:18:46.007-05:002012-12-02T19:18:46.007-05:00I obviously missed your post. My mom is always d...I obviously missed your post. My mom is always depressed about one thing or another. While caring for her in October I always told her there was so much to be thankful for...I tried my best to get her "light" on. It's such a losing battle and draining on those around her. I wish she could see that....she'd likely have more visitors and calls from family and friends if she Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31940858.post-6733710506374369332012-12-02T18:10:26.706-05:002012-12-02T18:10:26.706-05:00Depression is icky pooey and I cannot wait until t...Depression is icky pooey and I cannot wait until the day when I will be free from it...forever! <br /><br />Thank you for sharing your heart....<br /><br />Amy, a redeemed sheephttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12324661637036868565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31940858.post-82211166778665555092012-11-30T08:30:29.337-05:002012-11-30T08:30:29.337-05:00wish I was closer I would come take you out to lun...wish I was closer I would come take you out to lunch and then a cookie<br />cookies always makes things better.<br /><br />I am so glad your feeling better and Zack is too.<br />Kathie antique quilterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15379983489980682690noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31940858.post-32789417624390336382012-11-30T05:46:09.108-05:002012-11-30T05:46:09.108-05:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12374023571467981610noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31940858.post-18589591121371945032012-11-29T17:43:08.195-05:002012-11-29T17:43:08.195-05:00Thank you for sharing with us. We care! Hang in ...Thank you for sharing with us. We care! Hang in there with Zack. Pups adapt so well. My doxie Katie had a major stroke, recovered fairly well, and stayed with me two more years to the age of 17. Will keep you both in my prayers! Yep, I believe in doggie prayers!! xoxVickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08230311970559999653noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31940858.post-25717237095715436952012-11-29T11:54:17.924-05:002012-11-29T11:54:17.924-05:00Depression is a wicked, sneaky thing. It catches ...Depression is a wicked, sneaky thing. It catches us when we least expect it and tosses us around with no regard for anyone or anything. I'm sorry that you had to go through that but happy that you have found joy again. May God bless you with wonderful memories of your Mother and with joyful moments in the coming season. blessings, marleneStitchinByTheLakehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04501479854150315011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31940858.post-78383636645625755862012-11-29T09:38:04.594-05:002012-11-29T09:38:04.594-05:00Such a wonderful, heartfelt post. Sorry you had a...Such a wonderful, heartfelt post. Sorry you had a tough stretch there. Darlene is a very, very wise friend and I am not surprised she was there to help lift you up. Your wonderful Andy always taking care of your heart and your sweet family...yes you are very lucky. But you my friend, have given all of us so much through the years, we are all truly blessed and lucky to have you for a bloggy Cherylhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04755139450336905939noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31940858.post-79677862976196078482012-11-29T09:37:19.789-05:002012-11-29T09:37:19.789-05:00Such a wonderful, heartfelt post. Sorry you had a...Such a wonderful, heartfelt post. Sorry you had a tough stretch there. Darlene is a very, very wise friend and I am not surprised she was there to help lift you up. Your wonderful Andy always taking care of your heart and your sweet family...yes you are very lucky. But you my friend, have given all of us so much through the years, we are all truly blessed and lucky to have you for a bloggy Cherylhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04755139450336905939noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31940858.post-57323984982037048202012-11-29T08:59:35.029-05:002012-11-29T08:59:35.029-05:00What a wonderful gift your friendship with Darlene...What a wonderful gift your friendship with Darlene is! And share away...it is therapeutic.Cherylhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17355223017901632989noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31940858.post-57242539002120655582012-11-29T08:41:44.920-05:002012-11-29T08:41:44.920-05:00I didn't realize that a pet could have a strok...I didn't realize that a pet could have a stroke. Poor guy. I am learning that animals can have just about any medical problems that a person can.<br />Good that you are finding a way to rally from some depressing days and smile again. Those charms truly do represent Darlene. A thoughtful and unique gift.Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01816001950084090576noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31940858.post-69394212494764398632012-11-29T08:34:44.149-05:002012-11-29T08:34:44.149-05:00I always enjoy reading your blog, but this post wa...I always enjoy reading your blog, but this post was special. How many of us cause ourselves unnecessary grief because of our expectations? Why do we think "our" way is "the" way? So glad to hear you (and beloved Zach) are doing well now.Sandrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13777459766189519817noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31940858.post-21601139538818880542012-11-29T07:04:14.136-05:002012-11-29T07:04:14.136-05:00My heart goes out to you.... Your plate was really...My heart goes out to you.... Your plate was really full. You do have an awesome support system. I'm thankful your pup rallied for you. Over the years--- blogging years --- you have done so much for others. It's about time you received the blessings of it, you've given so much to so many. Keep smiling...Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00359729464800550859noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31940858.post-10183796310075199642012-11-29T01:51:22.864-05:002012-11-29T01:51:22.864-05:00Sorry you've had such a rough time lately, but...Sorry you've had such a rough time lately, but I'm very glad you've had your lightbulb moment.Katehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02996915341151762058noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31940858.post-49040572048098116222012-11-29T01:06:46.725-05:002012-11-29T01:06:46.725-05:00What courage to put all that out there in front of...What courage to put all that out there in front of the world! What good fortune to have good friends to "buck you up" when you need it most. I found I had those too when my husband died 3 years ago after a debilitating disease. Sometimes you think "no, really, I can't take one more thing" and a friend will show up with a prayer or a casserole or a bottle of wine or pcflamingohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03206688121231793996noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31940858.post-12191982092850746352012-11-29T01:06:12.652-05:002012-11-29T01:06:12.652-05:00I know exactly how you were feeling. We were also...I know exactly how you were feeling. We were also home by ourselves for Thanksgiving. I was okay until I started reading all the facebook posts about all the family fun people were having. I got very sad at that point. Now that we're with the kids in Seattle, it's all better. So glad you came out of it fairly quickly. We should have called each other. :)Annehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17196400722680422737noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31940858.post-24781105864219632492012-11-28T21:44:41.597-05:002012-11-28T21:44:41.597-05:00I have an old postcard magnetized to my refrigerat...I have an old postcard magnetized to my refrigerator. It says "Behind the Clouds, the Sun is Still Shining." I'm happy the clouds parted and the sun came shining through for you. Take care. Kindred Quiltshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09283535407728796542noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31940858.post-68404351581063587052012-11-28T20:42:29.257-05:002012-11-28T20:42:29.257-05:00Oh Carol, I'm so sorry you went through 8 roug...Oh Carol, I'm so sorry you went through 8 rough days, but so very thankful your light is shining again. I also very glad you shared your struggles with us...that is what we are here for dear friend. Blog friend are kind of like our spouses...we stick by them through the good times of course, but more than that, we must especially be there for them through the bad times. After all, the good Stitched With Prayerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16223099347614174169noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31940858.post-30103587448497389202012-11-28T20:34:29.044-05:002012-11-28T20:34:29.044-05:00We'd never make it through without our friends...We'd never make it through without our friends! I'm glad Darlene has been there for you.sunnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15640327513033693188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31940858.post-40674908947493012542012-11-28T19:40:51.161-05:002012-11-28T19:40:51.161-05:00Carol,
Thank you for sharing your story! I think ...Carol,<br />Thank you for sharing your story! I think all of us go through times like that at different seasons in our lives. It is so good to come to the point of realization of how much we are blessed! I'm so glad you are at that point now! <br />Blessings on your day!<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04744753320228761504noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31940858.post-83796496512458638572012-11-28T19:00:37.742-05:002012-11-28T19:00:37.742-05:00I am glad to see things are looking up for you. In...I am glad to see things are looking up for you. In 2010 I had a year when so many bad things happened I did not think I could handle one more thing but God and my friends helped.<br />Thanks for sharing and reminding us that their is good in this life. Darlene is a very caring person.Carrie P.https://www.blogger.com/profile/10063988589711911820noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31940858.post-33508983840106537602012-11-28T17:47:46.680-05:002012-11-28T17:47:46.680-05:00Thank you for sharing and it has opened my eyes a ...Thank you for sharing and it has opened my eyes a little on what I expect from other too.<br />So glad you are feeling better and hope Zachary will improve each day<br />Hugs Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com