tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post8737104231217703065..comments2024-03-16T10:18:51.784-07:00Comments on The Next Chapter In My Life: Thank YouDebbiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16449564619872452771noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-5030359309784975442017-10-03T11:23:18.319-07:002017-10-03T11:23:18.319-07:00Becky, I have been known to do that too. ;)Becky, I have been known to do that too. ;)Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16449564619872452771noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-19563987713033937102017-10-02T09:41:33.891-07:002017-10-02T09:41:33.891-07:00Yes Debbie, because I was changing some things, bu...Yes Debbie, because I was changing some things, but they are up again, if you want to comment.<br />I haven't read your last post, but I hope your feeling better and with a lighter heart!<br />:)Paula Alexandra Santoshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16010457703989545204noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-6252891900047456692017-10-01T20:33:55.372-07:002017-10-01T20:33:55.372-07:00I was going to suggest that if all else fails, put...I was going to suggest that if all else fails, put on a really sappy movie and let the tears flow. Sometimes, I've found myself crying much too hard over fictitious characters, but it doesn't bother anyone if they think I'm crying over a movie:) Thank goodness for husbands, when they lend a listening ear. That's what helps me the most--talking it over with Rob.<br /><br />I'm glad you got to see the family.<br /><br />Beckyathomehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11105835394158145451noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-44016592188209825162017-10-01T13:58:52.231-07:002017-10-01T13:58:52.231-07:00Paula, I cannot find a way to comment on your late...Paula, I cannot find a way to comment on your latest blog post at your blog. Did you disable comments?Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16449564619872452771noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-74761497553931013362017-10-01T11:58:45.718-07:002017-10-01T11:58:45.718-07:00Thank you Bless. I have been trying to do just th...Thank you Bless. I have been trying to do just that. This week will be one of taking care of me (and my baby grandson Steven on Wednesday, but her brings me great joy). My oldest grandsons will be on vacation with their mom and grandma but I was blessed to have lots of time with them this past week and yesterday too!Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16449564619872452771noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-71442594166885025052017-10-01T11:56:57.045-07:002017-10-01T11:56:57.045-07:00Awww...thank you Jane. I did have my breakdown in...Awww...thank you Jane. I did have my breakdown in the shower and then another with just my husband. This morning as I gave my twins big hugs as they set off for Washington DC they could see me struggling with a fibro flare and also with having to say goodbye to one for a year and being excited for the other one to be able to join his brother for a week and see so many wonderful new things. Both the boys were very gentle with me and I even got an extra "I love you Mom" from Josh. That made my morning since I don't get to see him but once a year now.Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16449564619872452771noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-83285818178308743542017-10-01T11:53:42.388-07:002017-10-01T11:53:42.388-07:00(((((HUGS))))) Crystal. That letting go is a hard...(((((HUGS))))) Crystal. That letting go is a hard thing isn't it, but needs to be done. I am going to try and make it a priority to go and visit my parents at least twice a year. They also come here about 3 times a year of more so that gives us lots of time to enjoy each other and make more memories.Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16449564619872452771noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-7454555128790953702017-10-01T11:51:26.046-07:002017-10-01T11:51:26.046-07:00Paula, I am so sorry that you lost both your paren...Paula, I am so sorry that you lost both your parents so close together. That is heartbreaking. (((((HUGS)))))Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16449564619872452771noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-4904080901103692752017-10-01T11:50:32.061-07:002017-10-01T11:50:32.061-07:00Thank you Meg for your sweet comments and reminder...Thank you Meg for your sweet comments and reminder to focus on all the good things we still see in our parents and not on their ageing. :)Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16449564619872452771noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-69169562240539431022017-10-01T11:49:11.542-07:002017-10-01T11:49:11.542-07:00Thank you for your prayers my friend. :) I am gla...Thank you for your prayers my friend. :) I am glad that you were able to get outside for awhile. I know it sure helps my mood. Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16449564619872452771noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-19026898013334960972017-10-01T01:04:31.441-07:002017-10-01T01:04:31.441-07:00Take good care of yourself during this time, Debbi...Take good care of yourself during this time, Debbie. Don't ignore your needs while you attend to everyone else. (((HUGS)))Blesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16369267622517848850noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-5549984950128946412017-09-29T16:11:44.134-07:002017-09-29T16:11:44.134-07:00Debbie my heart goes out to you. I want to wrap yo...Debbie my heart goes out to you. I want to wrap you up in a big Granny Jane hug and tell you all will be well with your world. However I cant do that on the other side of the world. Have your breakdown. Have it with your family. They know you are struggling. They know there are going to be physical ramifications of your struggle. They know you want to deal with it on your own, but also want to be there for you as you are for them. Don't feel weak because you have a breakdown. Your family is a strong and tight knit one. When one strand gets a little frayed the others hold it all together. Much love and big cyber hugs.Janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06964345893499561504noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-7996210639344866312017-09-29T12:30:17.278-07:002017-09-29T12:30:17.278-07:00My heart goes out to you. I lost my dad two years ...My heart goes out to you. I lost my dad two years ago this week. I see my mom going down hill every time I go up to visit. I wish she would move here with us but wants to stay where she is for my baby brother (he's 52)- her youngest even though he and his wife of 32 years should be standing on there own she thinks she needs to take care of them. Sometimes you just have to let it go and be there for them the best way you can. I see her 3-4 times a year for a few weeks each time. My health and finances don't allow for much more. You are so right about loving your loved ones while they are here. A friend was in Hawaii 9 years ago with her husband and he dropped dead of a heart attack. Very unexpected. so a hug, a kiss, an "I love you" are always a good thing. Take care. Prayers are with you.<br />Crystal Hankeyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17914175004653234554noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-66630632716387781992017-09-29T01:59:12.542-07:002017-09-29T01:59:12.542-07:00Hi Debbie, I know how you feel.
I lost my parents ...Hi Debbie, I know how you feel.<br />I lost my parents in 2010. My mom died in May and my dad in December, on the 26th.<br />It was so hard... I cried a lot (yes, I also "like" to cry in the shower. It conforts me and helps me to pour out my heart) but I know in my heart, that they are with God. That is my faith.<br />And although I didn't have a very happy and loved childhood, I still miss them.<br />My mom had me when she was 37, so I got to see them age. And when we see our parents not being able to do everything on their own, like they used to, it's a very scary and sad feeling.<br />But that is the order of life. As we grow older, we slow down, but we never want to see that happen to our loved ones, right?<br />So, trust in God to protect them and that their golden days, will be happy and spent with their loved ones.<br />I have to read your previous blog posts (I'm waaaayyy behind on my blog reading) and I'll be praying for you and your family, my friend.<br />Be blessed and receive a virtual but very tight hug!Paula Alexandra Santoshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16010457703989545204noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-57564387505113095222017-09-28T15:21:09.781-07:002017-09-28T15:21:09.781-07:00Time with loved ones really is precious. I see my ...Time with loved ones really is precious. I see my own Mum only once or twice a year as she lives so far away. Whenever I see her, I also notice the changes in her, the things that are getting harder for her but I also notice the things that remain the same. Her resilience, her energy and her kindness. When I am with her I appreciate that time so very much. As you take care of the people who mean so much to you, make sure you keep on finding a little time for yourself to let those emotions out and find some peace. My best wishes to you. Meg XxxMeghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11573371198907761962noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-9112552935620368262017-09-28T14:18:15.455-07:002017-09-28T14:18:15.455-07:00Just checking in again. From your comment above - ...Just checking in again. From your comment above - I'm glad you had this time to take care of yourself. Be gentle.<br /><br />To answer your question - it's supposed to be 80o today but doesn't feel that warm. It is glorious - just a hint of fall in all this sunshine. The forecast is for rain starting Friday and to continue through the weekend.<br /><br />I've been oh-so-slowly starting to put my gardens to bed for the winter. Went to one this morning for about 10minutes (did I say often enough that I'm doing this slowly..lol). I just needed a little time outside. Yesterday I had a phone appointment-follow-up with my new doctor. Last time I talked with him, I was wiped out from the mental exertion. We only talked 30minutes this time so I'm in much better shape today. Well,,, I was in bed last night at 630 and fast asleep by 8pm. I guess it's all relative right?<br />Will close here...still praying for you.<br />SJAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-82856266899796726552017-09-28T13:30:35.452-07:002017-09-28T13:30:35.452-07:00Thank you Delorise. I did finally break down in t...Thank you Delorise. I did finally break down in the shower and it felt good to just let it all out. Be blessed!Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16449564619872452771noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-84004883404368098412017-09-28T13:29:50.120-07:002017-09-28T13:29:50.120-07:00Thank you my friend. It is good to be home again ...Thank you my friend. It is good to be home again and to be able to cuddle with my furbabies too. :) Are you getting a last blast of Summer up your way? We are here but it should be gone by this weekend.Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16449564619872452771noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-86411915399138530982017-09-28T11:22:34.799-07:002017-09-28T11:22:34.799-07:00A good cry in the shower works for me. Enjoy your...A good cry in the shower works for me. Enjoy your family time. Thoughts and prayers are with you.Delorisenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-34636611690914484912017-09-28T11:12:18.775-07:002017-09-28T11:12:18.775-07:00Welcome home. Take good care of yourself. You'...Welcome home. Take good care of yourself. You're in my prayers. SJAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com