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| star-schipp |
Posted - Oct 25 2011 : 10:25:19 AM
I have been away for several months and there are sisters out there that owe swaps/barters/dollars to.....please email me with the particulars of what I owe to you and I will make good on my agreements. I have spent the last several months suffering with depression and my life has slowly been unraveling. I had no idea that depression could be so debilitating or so far reaching into every corner of my life. I have sought treatment --although I have to admit that recovery has been very slow in coming and my days are still quite dark. I realize that one of the things I did in my illness was to absolutely shut out every opportunity for communication from anyone. To those I neglected - especially my penpal Sheila - I am sorry. I have so missed getting farmgirl mail and - though it will be on a much smaller scale - I am looking forward to getting back in touch with everyone.
If you can't feed one hundred people, then just feed one. -Mother Teresa
Star - farmgirl sister #1927
Master Food Preserver |
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| Christy925 |
Posted - Oct 29 2011 : 06:12:23 AM
Nice to meet you Starletta! I haven't been here long, so we've not been hooked up in a swap YET :) I was a depressed lurker for a quite a while before I tackled a swap. Being here has encouraged me to start sewing and crafting again...something I have done my whole life, something I take pride in and get great joy from. If you need help finishing up projects, sending out things you think you owe MJF sisters let me know. I'll pitch in and help you get it done. Have a lovely weekend...get some fresh air...take a bubble bath and eat chocolate :) Hugs to you.
Farmgirl Sister #2315
http://smallfreckleddog.blogspot.com/
http://www.etsy.com/shop/WildThymeCreations?ref=pr_shop |
| buzzn bee |
Posted - Oct 28 2011 : 12:12:03 PM
Star,
Just a little hello with a great big HUG for you tucked inside.
Hope you are having a good day today (Friday).
Love ya farmsister,
Deborah
Buzzn Bee |
| Kirksmom71 |
Posted - Oct 27 2011 : 8:54:03 PM
Welcome back Star! A lot of us have been where you are and we have muddled through and so will you. We are here for any support you need! Farmgirl {{{HUGS}}}
My best to all,
Mel
Sassy City Girl with Farmgirl Fantasies! |
| sissarge |
Posted - Oct 27 2011 : 8:47:51 PM
Star, Welcome back! You don't owe me anything either. Just wanted to say, if we all lived closer we could just sit down, and have a cup of tea. and just talk, sometimes, a good conversation, is part of what is needed. My prayers are with you. Farmgirl #946 Linda |
| annemary |
Posted - Oct 27 2011 : 8:43:45 PM
Yay, Star! So happy to see you back. *big farmgirl hugs* Wishing you the best, sister, as you can see, there are many of us here who care about you. You don't owe me anything, either, I was your secret sister last spring, hopefully my packages arrived and brightened your day a little bit. :) Again, so happy to see your name on here. Take care, friend.
~Anne
#763 |
| darlenelovesart |
Posted - Oct 27 2011 : 7:57:51 PM
Hi Star,
I am new here so we don't have any swaps, but I just wanted to wish you well and send hugs to you and you will be in my prayers also.
darlene
"When we do the best that we can, we never know what miracle is wrought in our life or in the life of another" Helen Keller |
| BusyBeeMary |
Posted - Oct 27 2011 : 7:50:38 PM
Star,
Just reaching out with a HUG and good wishes and prayers. I know how you feel, going through STUFF is part of being human. Trust that each step you take to feel better is the step in the right direction. Taking a walk, reading a good book. watching a comedy .... making something with your hands and being good to yourself is a huge step. Forgive yourself for being human and know that depression is a illness like the flu or any other illness. We all have our"battles" and sometimes it feels like we may have lost the war... but you have to keep believing in yourself and those that you love. I have never had you as a swap partner so no worries in that area... but had to just reach out to someone I have never met... to tell you that life gets better and better.. but you have to choose it daily. Trust, faith and love and yes, therapy will get you there. Don't give up because life can be beautiful.
Welcome back to the Farm... enjoy the little moments.
To Live a Full life one must LOVE MANY THINGS- Vincent Van Gogh
Mary Fitzpatrick
#3232
http//www.Thepurplecrazylady.blogspot.com
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| coaloha |
Posted - Oct 27 2011 : 12:40:15 PM
Hi Star,
We've never been swap partners, but I wanted to let you know that I am glad that you are back on the Farm and I hope that you feel stronger and more hopeful every day. Take good care, Sister.
Warmly,
Pam
Pam Barnes-Palty
Phoenix, AZ
Farmgirl #1075
Happy member of the Southwest Henhouse
Be distracted by joy |
| LindaJo |
Posted - Oct 27 2011 : 12:02:03 PM
so glad to see you doing better. you don't owe me. just glad to know you are doing better.
Art cleans the dust of everyday life from the soul. Picasso |
| star-schipp |
Posted - Oct 27 2011 : 09:49:32 AM
Thank you everyone for all of the understanding words and support. I have missed you all so much - each and every sister is such a blessing to me.
If you can't feed one hundred people, then just feed one. -Mother Teresa
Star - farmgirl sister #1927
Master Food Preserver |
| sunflowercritters |
Posted - Oct 27 2011 : 06:47:48 AM
quote:
Originally posted by Debra Swan
Welcome back Star, missed you...You don't owe me anything either. just glad your back.
I Thessalonians 5:16,17
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
Deb-farmgirl sister #462
http://sunflowercritters.blogspot.com/
Be like a Sunflower, Turn your Face to the Son.
I Thessalonians 5:16,17
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
Deb-farmgirl sister #462
http://sunflowercritters.blogspot.com/
Be like a Sunflower, Turn your Face to the Son. |
| sunflowercritters |
Posted - Oct 27 2011 : 06:46:26 AM
Welcome back Star, missed you...
I Thessalonians 5:16,17
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
Deb-farmgirl sister #462
http://sunflowercritters.blogspot.com/
Be like a Sunflower, Turn your Face to the Son. |
| Killarney |
Posted - Oct 26 2011 : 10:45:43 AM
I am a fairly new farm Girl, Star, But welcome back! Your in my Prayers!
Imagine....#3392 |
| dutchy |
Posted - Oct 26 2011 : 07:25:24 AM
Hi Star, good to see you again. I've been and am where you are so fully understand as well :)
Hugs to you
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Hugs from Marian/Dutchy, a farmgirl from the Netherlands :)
http://pinkprincessdecorating.blogspot.com/
Almost daily updates on me, my home and my crafts
Farmgirl sister # 2410 |
| Beverly Gill |
Posted - Oct 26 2011 : 06:24:48 AM
Hi Star
You don't owe me----just want to wish you well.
Beverly Gill
There's no place like home |
| kristin sherrill |
Posted - Oct 26 2011 : 06:12:24 AM
Hi Star. I am so glad to see you back too. I have missed you. I so hope you are back on the road to recovery and back to yourself real soon. It really helps just being here, ya know? I'll be thinking of you and sending bright sunshiney thoughts your way.
Hugs, Kris
Happiness is simple. |
| Beth Jones |
Posted - Oct 26 2011 : 06:04:51 AM
Dear Star,
Hope everyday will be a new and wonderful adventure...Thank goodness we can press forward, not looking behind and realize the preciousness of every moment. You will be in my prayers....Smiles, Beth
You can never be to kind! |
| buzzn bee |
Posted - Oct 26 2011 : 04:25:20 AM
Good morning Star!
Just wanted to say hello, and to tell you to have a wonderful day!
You are in my thoughts and prayers. Always here if you need me.
Love ya farmsister,
Deborah
Buzzn Bee |
| Mikki |
Posted - Oct 25 2011 : 6:54:13 PM
You don't owe me either...I have been where you've been...and still struggle daily. God bless you.
~~Blessings, Mikki Jo
"Courage is being scared to death... but saddling up anyway" ***John Wayne
http://burningmeadowsprings.blogspot.com/
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| Ninibini |
Posted - Oct 25 2011 : 6:12:44 PM
I'm just SO happy to see you back with us, Star! I've missed you and wondered what happened! Nothing owed to me, either - I'm just super duper glad you're okay and getting better. It's not easy sometimes, I know. Life can really take you for a loop. But you'll get stronger and things will be okay, I know they will; sometimes healing just takes time, and that's okay! You can do this! Baby steps for now - lots of running later! :) I'm here for you, sister, always - just like all of our farmgirl sisters. It's okay to lean on us! You've always been there when we've needed you, too!!! You'll be in my prayers for sure! Big hugs and a happy farmgirl "homecoming" - Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
www.papercraftingwithnini.myctmh.com
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| laurentany |
Posted - Oct 25 2011 : 3:15:27 PM
HI Star, and welcome back!
I am sending you hugs and prayers that you are feeling better soon and realize that there are many people who care about you. We all have our moments- some longer than others. What matters is that you have sought treatment and are doing something to help yourself. I think MJF might be just what the doctor ordered! LOL.
We are here for you if you need to vent at anytime!
Smiles,
~Laurie
"Little Hen House on the Island"
Farmgirl Sister#1403
Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.. |
| crafter |
Posted - Oct 25 2011 : 2:57:23 PM
Star,
You do not owe me...but wanted to reach out to you. It is a horrible dark place to be...been there more times than I care to mention. I know leaning on the sisters here is so healing. Anytime you need a shoulder or ear I'm here..just email. Sending warm hugs to you. Little steps are huge to us who suffer with this!
Lori |
| buzzn bee |
Posted - Oct 25 2011 : 12:53:23 PM
Star,
I have been missing you girlfriend. It is so good to see your
name back on here. You have been missed. I thought maybe you had
moved away. Always remember, we farmsisters are here for you.
You are not alone and never will be. This is the greatest thing
about the MJF Sisterhood. By our hearts, we are joined as sisters.
We love and care about each other, because that is what sisters do.
Good to have you back. You can never leave us again. If you do, I
will chase you down and torure you with a wet noodle.:}
Love ya Star,
Deborah
Buzzn Bee
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| ceejay48 |
Posted - Oct 25 2011 : 11:50:52 AM
Star,
I have been where you have been/are . . . it is a tough, rough, hurting place to be. Just know that reaching out and drawing the ones who care about you close to you will help you pull it all together again. I've been wondering about you and I'm glad to see you back here!
You owe me nothing as well . .
I hope you'll stay in touch with the farmgirls here . . . cuz we care!
Take care of you!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
Mother Hen: FARMGIRLS SOUTHWEST HENHOUSE
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from my Hubby - www.aspenforge.blogspot.com |
| cheryl keyes |
Posted - Oct 25 2011 : 11:49:10 AM
so glad to hear your back on board!!! i know how dibilitating depression is... getting treatment is crucial. this is a great outlet to step outside of your depression a bit. if you need to spill to anyone go ahead and e-mail me i understand. |
