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Hogs & Quiches & Prayers Round-up:  My Sis . . . ending my "career" - 09/13/12  |
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cheneygal
True Blue Farmgirl
503 Posts
Suzie
Cheney
Wa.
USA
503 Posts |
 Posted - Jan 30 2011 : 7:38:41 PM
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What a terrific and strong woman you are ceejay, as I've said many times before I admire you so much!! I am sure the journaling you are doing is helping you in some way.....it's a good thing, and in the future you will be so happy that you did it. You got me going on that with the little book you sent me over a year ago, it's such a healing thing to do, I even have a friend who also lost her dh shortly after I did, that is journaling and she agrees, so many thoughts, and memories that we may someday, not remember. Thank you for that~~
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prayin granny
True Blue Farmgirl
1874 Posts
Linda
Kansas
1874 Posts |
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violetrose
True Blue Farmgirl
960 Posts
Ruth
Epworth
GA
USA
960 Posts |
Posted - Feb 02 2011 : 7:31:28 PM
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Big Hugs CJ! Keeping you in my prayers!
Hugs, Ruth
Farmgirl Sister # 1738
God loves each one of us as if there were only one of us!
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classygram
True Blue Farmgirl
1812 Posts
Brenda
Pleasant Hill
Mo.
USA
1812 Posts |
Posted - Feb 03 2011 : 06:04:55 AM
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My thoughts and prayers are with you CJ. Hugs,Brenda
http:///www.scatteredlittleblessings.blogspot.com
Seek reasons to Love..In every sigment of everyday-look for something that brings forth within you a feeling of Love-Abraham Hicks |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13620 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13620 Posts |
Posted - Feb 07 2011 : 12:50:23 PM
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Just wanted to thank all of you for all the encouragements and prayers over this journey.
While the journey is far from over and the hope we hang onto is a mere fiber I'm "retiring" this thread, as it were.
THANKS AGAIN FOR EVERYTHING!! You all have been an incredible, awesome, life-giving support!
GOD BLESS YOU ALL!!!!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665
From my Heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
From my Hands - www.cjscreations-ceejay.blogspot.com
From my Hubby - www.aspenforge.blogspot.com |
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debtea2
True Blue Farmgirl
1853 Posts
deborah
nutley
nj
USA
1853 Posts |
Posted - Feb 12 2011 : 12:56:14 PM
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Ceejay god bless you sweetie
blessings and hugs deborah
inch by inch we find our way
jersey farmgirl
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OneHippieChick
True Blue Farmgirl
195 Posts
Susan
Huntsville
AL
USA
195 Posts |
Posted - Feb 28 2011 : 11:33:34 PM
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Just now reading about this! I'm so sorry CJ...You all are in my thoughts and prayers!!!
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Susan ~ Farmgirl Sister #1978
Fiber artist, spins, knits, crochets, sews, weaves, quilts, soap maker, as well as various beauty products and some natural cosmetics
Working on getting my Etsy website and blog up and running - stay tuned!
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laurentany
True Blue Farmgirl
3259 Posts
Laurie
Patchogue
NY
USA
3259 Posts |
Posted - Apr 17 2012 : 8:50:44 PM
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Thank you CJ for all that you do for all of us here. Will continue to keep you and your entire family in prayer.
Hugs,
~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.. |
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pennyhenny
True Blue Farmgirl
304 Posts
Missy
Dayton
OH
USA
304 Posts |
Posted - Aug 27 2012 : 3:14:52 PM
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May God Bless you and all you have done. My mom is a care-giver full time to her brother and has been for the last 12 years and she is in the process of turning his care over to someone else. I see her guilt and her sometimes flashes of having a life again.
You did your best and now it's time to take of YOU.
BIG HUGS and PRAYERS for you.
hugs,
-missy-
http://citychickblogging.blogspot.com/
Sisterhood Member#4003
Happiness held is the seed; Happiness shared is the flower.
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laurentany
True Blue Farmgirl
3259 Posts
Laurie
Patchogue
NY
USA
3259 Posts |
Posted - Aug 28 2012 : 8:11:37 PM
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CJ,
I am praying for all of you, for God's strength, wisdom and love to embrace you during this difficult transition.
I know that your faith will see you through this, but I am here for you if you need anything at all.
Hugs to you sweet sister!
~Laurie
"Little Hen House on the Island"
Farmgirl Sister#1403
View my New Blog:
http://simplesuburbanpleasures.blogspot.com
Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.. |
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ptroupe
True Blue Farmgirl
1752 Posts
Portia
Johnson City
NY
USA
1752 Posts |
Posted - Aug 28 2012 : 10:01:55 PM
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Oh, CJ,
I just read of this. I had no idea. What a self-less and loving thing to do. May God richly bless you. Enjoy your retirement, continue to visit as her sister, and enjoy those times with her.
Portia
Wishing for the country life! |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22937 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22937 Posts |
Posted - Aug 29 2012 : 07:44:15 AM
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CJ- My heart and prayers are with you- I know this change will be a big one for everyone involved but I know how wearing being a caregiver of a family member can be. *hugs* You are an amazing soul. *hugs*
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
www.farmgirlalee.blogspot.com
www.allergyjourneys.blogspot.com
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Cherime
True Blue Farmgirl
1222 Posts
Cherime
Wasilla
Alaska
USA
1222 Posts |
Posted - Aug 29 2012 : 09:09:23 AM
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Praying for you.
CMF |
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4658 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
4658 Posts |
Posted - Aug 29 2012 : 09:43:56 AM
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Dear CJ,
You are in my prayers, dear Farmgirl. You are a blessing to your family, and a blessing to the Farmgirl Forum! Big hugs to you, Sweetie.
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE
Chapter Leader, Connecticut Simpler Life Sisters
Suburban Farmgirl Blogger
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Marcy
True Blue Farmgirl
2701 Posts
Marcy
Tiverton
Rhode Island
USA
2701 Posts |
Posted - Aug 29 2012 : 10:15:39 AM
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Will be keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. We have your back, girlfriend!! You are never alone.
big hugs
Marcy
Farmgirl #170
Since you get more joy out of giving joy to others, you should put a good deal of thought into the happiness that you are able to give...Eleanor Roosevelt
http://marcysworldofcreativity.blogspot.com/
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13620 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13620 Posts |
Posted - Aug 29 2012 : 10:33:51 AM
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Thank you girls! I told her yesterday that it was time for me to just come visit her as her SISTER! That I'd be back to see her.
Today I'm already feeling a little bit guilty . . . :(
But I also just talked to some people that knew us when we were kids (that haven't seen us in decades) and they have reassured me that I'm making a wise decision. And, so now . . . I'm in tears!
Thanks again!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
Mother Hen: FARMGIRLS SOUTHWEST HENHOUSE
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my hands - www.cjscreations-ceejay.blogspot.com
the "Purple Thistle" http://www.ceejay48.etsy.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
from my hubby - www.aspenforge.blogspot.com |
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laurentany
True Blue Farmgirl
3259 Posts
Laurie
Patchogue
NY
USA
3259 Posts |
Posted - Aug 29 2012 : 12:32:21 PM
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Passing a big hug and a hankie to you too CJ. I am sure you will go through many emotions, but from the outside looking in, I think you are making the right decision. God Bless you!
Hugs,
~Laurie
"Little Hen House on the Island"
Farmgirl Sister#1403
View my New Blog:
http://simplesuburbanpleasures.blogspot.com
Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.. |
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FieldsofThyme
Farmgirl Guide & Schoolmarm / Chapter Leader
4928 Posts
USA
4928 Posts |
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Joey
True Blue Farmgirl
1868 Posts
Joey
Gulf Coast
FL
USA
1868 Posts |
Posted - Aug 29 2012 : 11:29:15 PM
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CJ, I had no idea. I imagine this was such a hard decision for you. I know how burnt out I was with my Dadand I was only his caregiver for 2 years. I have been an active psych RN for 39 years and I know how tired I am. To actively be the caregiver for a family member is even harder. What an incredible blessing you have been to your sister and your family. How well deserved this retirement is. It will seem strange to you to "just be her sister" for awhile. Tears are good but no guilt. You have given of your heart and hands for SO many years. I am in awe. God bless you and you "new life", CJ. Won't it be nice to "sleep-in" just one day. Hugs, to you, Joey
Well behaved women rarely make history. |
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prayin granny
True Blue Farmgirl
1874 Posts
Linda
Kansas
1874 Posts |
Posted - Aug 30 2012 : 10:15:23 AM
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Prayers as you begin this new journey in your life!
Hugs,
Linda
Country at Heart |
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kristin sherrill
True Blue Farmgirl
11303 Posts
kristin
chickamauga
ga
USA
11303 Posts |
Posted - Aug 30 2012 : 11:27:41 AM
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CJ, you will be ok. And so will your sister. Now you can go see her and have a good time with her instead of working when you're there. So I agree with your friends, you did do the right thong for the both of you.
Hugs, Kris
Happiness is simple.
www.kris-outbackfarm.blogspot.com |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13620 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13620 Posts |
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dutchy
True Blue Farmgirl
4427 Posts
4427 Posts |
Posted - Aug 30 2012 : 8:16:18 PM
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CJ I believe that was a difficult decision you made, but also one that HAD to be made to keep you sane. I know all about caregiving as you may remember and it was the most difficult thing i have ever done in my life. Emigrating was a piece of cake compared to caregiving. Lot's of hugs to you and enjoy your glamping trip to the fullest!!
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Hugs from Marian/Dutchy
(Formerly living in the Netherlands, but now I live in Thailand *__*)
http://pinkprincessinthailand.blogspot.com/ |
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
13055 Posts |
Posted - Aug 31 2012 : 07:55:27 AM
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CJ: I will be praying for you. I'm sure you'll continue to be a blessing to your sister. Hugs.
Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
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violetrose
True Blue Farmgirl
960 Posts
Ruth
Epworth
GA
USA
960 Posts |
Posted - Sep 01 2012 : 6:10:35 PM
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CJ, Sending big hugs to you! I know you and Robin are Glamping this weekend and I am thankful you two have this special time together to, just have fun and relax. I'm sure there is lots of laughter, which is so very good for your soul.
You have been a wonderful caregiver to your Sister, as well as her loving sister, which you will continue to be. Please don't "listen" to any of those guilt thoughts, as they are not from the Lord. You have given your all, now it's time for you to take care of your sweet man, son and CJ. Enjoy retirement :)
love you
Ruthie
Farmgirl Sister # 1738
God loves each one of us as if there were only one of us!
St. Augustine |
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Hogs & Quiches & Prayers Round-up: My Sis . . . ending my "career" - 09/13/12 |
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My Sis . . . ending my "career" - 09/13/12
