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Hogs & Quiches & Prayers Round-up:  Recently Widowed and need prayers Please  |
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
13055 Posts |
 Posted - Nov 24 2010 : 3:04:27 PM
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Hi Kristy:
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.
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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eggfarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
253 Posts
Kristy
Melvern
KS
USA
253 Posts |
Posted - Nov 24 2010 : 9:32:03 PM
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Thank you all my Sisters. I am sitting here the night before Thanksgiving and feeling so down in the dumps. My kids are all going elsewhere tomorrow and I am left alone. Well I invited a young single woman friend of mine to come over as she had no place to go and little family. It just is disappointing that the kids made plans on my first Thanksgiving with out my dear husband. I can't blame our daughter, she is an RN and must work so she can have Christmas off. I am missing my dear husband so very much. I just ask your prayers once again. For peace to grow in me. For strength to go on alone. And for God's plans for me to be revealed. I also ask for my heart to be opened to His calling.
I am so thankful for each of my new Sisters that have opened their arms wide open to accept a wayward widow into their world. God bless you and keep you. I pray for your day to be filled with gratitude and blessings.
hugs.... Kristy
Farmgirl #2339
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Penny Wise
True Blue Farmgirl
1903 Posts
Margo
Elyria
OH
USA
1903 Posts |
Posted - Nov 25 2010 : 05:09:50 AM
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kristy...sending you love and hugs today....i feel so selfish by my post about being alone- when mine is by choice- yours was imposed by God in your loss..... you are strong and you know that there are weak moments...you came to the farm for your sisters love and caring- i am privileged to be the first to offer it this morning!
my own kids and grands live 500 miles away so spending tyoday with them was not possible...however, i can feel your sadness in not being with your kids....
email me if you'd like to talk.....
margo aka penny wise
Farmgirl # 2139
~*~ counting my pennies and biding my time; my dreams are adding up!~*~ |
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violetrose
True Blue Farmgirl
960 Posts
Ruth
Epworth
GA
USA
960 Posts |
Posted - Nov 26 2010 : 2:31:00 PM
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Kristy, I'm so sorry about your first Thanksgiving alone! I hope that your friend was able to come and spend the day with you. I was out of town and just now got on the computer and saw your post!
Please know that you are in my prayers as you go through this first Holiday season alone. My friend just stopped by, she lost her husband 3 years ago and her first year of "firsts" were so hard for her, which is totally understandable. My daughter was also widowed at 36 years old and had two little kids. She is doing great and so are her children, but it was not an easy road. I have been through being alone, because my first husband decided to leave me after 27 years of marriage. It was the hardest time in my life, but a time of searching within myself, growing in the Lord, and really just resting in Him! The Lord has brought me a wonderful man, and we will celebrate 15 years of marriage next month! I was alone for many years, but once I learned to be "alone" I was comfortable with it. I did work full time and had a house and yard to care for, one doggy and one kitty, so I was busy. I was very involved in church and with my girls and their families, as well as friends.
Please just know that it will get better in time. Try to reach out to others that need you, because you have so much to give. You will have a ministry with other ladies as they walk the path you are now walking.
with many hugs and prayers,
Ruth
Farmgirl Sister # 1738
God loves each one of us as if there were only one of us!
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sherrye
True Blue Farmgirl
3775 Posts
sherry
bend in the high desert
oregon
USA
3775 Posts |
Posted - Nov 28 2010 : 08:03:19 AM
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kristy, how are you today????? checking on you farmgirl???? sending love and hugs your way today. let us know how you are. sherrye
the learn as we go silk purse farm
farm girl #1014
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violetrose
True Blue Farmgirl
960 Posts
Ruth
Epworth
GA
USA
960 Posts |
Posted - Nov 28 2010 : 2:20:51 PM
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Hi Kristy, I'm checking in to see how your weekend was. Been thinking about you and praying for you and wanted you to know!
Hugs, Ruth
Farmgirl Sister # 1738
God loves each one of us as if there were only one of us!
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eggfarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
253 Posts
Kristy
Melvern
KS
USA
253 Posts |
Posted - Nov 28 2010 : 8:34:10 PM
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Hello Sisters !
Please forgive me for not posting this earlier. I ended up having a blessed Thanksgiving ! I did have the younger single woman over for the day. I cooked the traditional Thanksgiving meal for us. Actually fixed way to much, but have leftovers for the freezer and a care package for her. It was great to keep busy and not find myself wallowing my my pain of missing my husband. My son and DIL surprised us and came walking in the door saying... Momma Im home ! Yeah ! We had a wonderful visit and somehow we ate again before they had to head home. I finally crawled in bed about 11 after giving much thanks to God for His blessings and getting me through what I thought was going to be a terrible day ! Thank you all for your emails and your concern. I am so blessed by each of you and so thankful for Mary Jane and MJF Connection. I have already been accepted in a chapter here in Kansas and look forward to getting involved and getting to know more of you !!!
Hugs and gratitude..
Kristy
"Live like you were diein'"
Sis #2339 |
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Cherime
True Blue Farmgirl
1222 Posts
Cherime
Wasilla
Alaska
USA
1222 Posts |
Posted - Nov 29 2010 : 06:09:54 AM
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I understand how you feel and am so glad that the Lord answered all the prayers for you for Thanksgiving. I lost my husband in 06 and was a walking basket case for quite a while. Big hugs and know that now Jesus is your husband now as God is a father to the fatherless. Hugs. Cherime
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classygram
True Blue Farmgirl
1812 Posts
Brenda
Pleasant Hill
Mo.
USA
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Posted - Nov 29 2010 : 06:54:48 AM
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The Lord does take care. What a beautiful blessing your Thanksgiving day turned out to be. It sounds like you had a lovely time. I am so sorry to hear of the loss of you dear husband. The Lord will see you through this new life change. And you have many loving and caring farmgirl sister's here for you always. 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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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4658 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
4658 Posts |
Posted - Nov 29 2010 : 5:34:11 PM
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Kristy,
Bless your heart, sweetie. I am so sorry to hear about your loss.
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE |
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sonshine4u
Chapter Guru
1205 Posts
April
New Prague
MN
USA
1205 Posts |
Posted - Nov 30 2010 : 7:47:43 PM
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Isn't the Lord good? Your kiddos surprising you on Thanksgiving day is such a fun treat! God knows all those little needs, doesn't He!? He'll sustain you and keep your chin up! Praying for you and so glad you can be part of the sisterhood! Loads of virtual hugs for you! Take care sweetheart!
~April
Playing in the Sonshine
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eggfarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
253 Posts
Kristy
Melvern
KS
USA
253 Posts |
Posted - Nov 30 2010 : 8:19:23 PM
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Hello my sisters ! Yes...God is good. I have been so blessed this week. By friends coming over to spend the day with me. Through emails from several of you and your messages here. Counting my blessings not my fears. He will show me a new way of walking the rest of this journey called life,without my loving husband physically at my side. I know he walks with our Lord and they are both with me every step I take and every breath I breathe. I stand on "I can do ALL things through Christ who strengthens me " Phil.4:13. It does not say some things it says... ALL !! I had a bit of a breakthrough this weekend. I am an artist and I have not been able to do any artwork since my husbands passing in July. He was my biggest cheerleader and the last year together we were together 24/7. Even through his many hospital stays I would take some of my artsupplies with me and do them from my cot in his room. He would always tell me... OH Honey...that's my new favorite ! Lol ! God love him. Anyway, this past weekend I just felt the need to do some creating. My muse has returned and it felt Soooooooo... good ! Smiling tonight as I write this post.
Thank you all for your prayers,messages and emails!!You Rock..as my 3 year old granddaughter says !! lol !!
God bless...
Hugs..
Kristy
"Live like you were dyin'"
Sis #2339 |
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Annika
True Blue Farmgirl
5602 Posts
Annika
USA
5602 Posts |
Posted - Nov 30 2010 : 8:31:16 PM
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*Hugs* Kristy ! I'm so excited for you that you are creating again!!! How wonderful is that?
Your beloved hunny is looking down and giving you a big thumbs up, I just know it =)
I'm so glad that you've found your way back to your art.
You Rock!!!!
God Bless and have a good night
Annika
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sonshine4u
Chapter Guru
1205 Posts
April
New Prague
MN
USA
1205 Posts |
Posted - Dec 01 2010 : 10:12:21 AM
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Ahhhh! How cool! I'm so excited your creating! That is fun and it does wonders for our souls! Warm hugs to you!
Playing in the Sonshine
http://www.homesteadblogger.com/sonshine4u |
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eggfarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
253 Posts
Kristy
Melvern
KS
USA
253 Posts |
Posted - Dec 01 2010 : 1:43:27 PM
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Thank you Sistas ! Yes my muse is back...my muse is back ! Oh how I have missed you. Peace is found at the end of a pencil,pen,brush and paper. ahhhh...! Oh and the cleaning bug hit hard here the last 3 days. Yeah, the cobwebs were about to cover a window and the dust..well lets just say it really needed it. I am also working on our bedroom. Since my husbands death I hate going to bed. So, decided to turn it into a girlie girl room with lots of pink shades and ivory accents. Moving and relocating a few pieces of furniture,bought some new bedding and we will see what happens then . Even got myself a big teddy bear to cuddle with! Yes...inside this 53 year old hen is a chick just dying to get out ! lol !! or wait...maybe I am reverting to my childhood ? yikes !! 
Off to do somethin...forgot what.. but off for now !
Hugs...Kristy
"Live like you were dyin'"
Sis #2339 |
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violetrose
True Blue Farmgirl
960 Posts
Ruth
Epworth
GA
USA
960 Posts |
Posted - Dec 02 2010 : 04:51:09 AM
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Kristy, You are making my heart sing with joy and praise! Thanking the Lord for you, and the strides you are making. Can you share some of your art with us? I'd love to see your creations, and I'm sure our other sisters would too! Downloading is so easy now, thanks to our wonderful friends at MJF!
Thrilled about what you have done to your bedroom and the teddy bear! You know I did the same thing after my husband left me, but had forgotten all about it - it did wonders for me! Even got a teddy bear! I still have him and he is a special friend, he's a little worn, but still too cute!
Many hugs sweet sista!
Ruth
Farmgirl Sister # 1738
God loves each one of us as if there were only one of us!
St. Augustine |
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eggfarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
253 Posts
Kristy
Melvern
KS
USA
253 Posts |
Posted - Dec 02 2010 : 11:58:43 AM
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Dear Ruth,
Thank you so much ! Yes I am feeling joy once again through my art. I will post a piece I did that went to #3 in the world on a website I go to. It is something I did in a journal that has become a treasure.You will understand what I mean when you see it. I am going to figure out my new Scanner/printer and load it as soon as I finish my rounds here on MJF...so keep watching !! I guess hearing it from you makes me realize I am making strides and am finally finding peace and joy in my life. I went to our womens Bible study last night and I know it was the first time I didn't ask for prayers for healing of my broken heart. Wow... God is so good ! Ok... getting excited to read,post and there is a muse singing in my ear... you need to get this on paper soon !! lol !!!
Hugs and blessings..
Kristy
"Live like you were dyin'"
Sis #2339 |
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violetrose
True Blue Farmgirl
960 Posts
Ruth
Epworth
GA
USA
960 Posts |
Posted - Dec 02 2010 : 3:50:54 PM
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Kristy, Can't wait to see it!
Hugs, Ruth
Farmgirl Sister # 1738
God loves each one of us as if there were only one of us!
St. Augustine |
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eggfarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
253 Posts
Kristy
Melvern
KS
USA
253 Posts |
Posted - Dec 02 2010 : 8:15:53 PM
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Here is the piece I did in a journal. I'm working with a new scanner/printer and can't get the whole thing in the scan. But at least you get some idea. This one is of my late husbands hand. It has become a treasure to me. It is created using Zentangle(registered trade mark. More info on www.zentangle.com ) I have also done my hand and the hands of our children and grands.I post my work to Flickr and this one went to #3 in the world for several weeks. I also trade and do commissioned workes in this style and others. This one brings my much joy. 
"Live like you were dyin'"
Sis #2339 |
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KathyC
True Blue Farmgirl
583 Posts
Kathy
Gastonia
NC
USA
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Posted - Dec 02 2010 : 8:22:39 PM
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Kristy,
Your art is beautiful!
Kathy |
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sonshine4u
Chapter Guru
1205 Posts
April
New Prague
MN
USA
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eggfarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
253 Posts
Kristy
Melvern
KS
USA
253 Posts |
Posted - Dec 03 2010 : 09:31:03 AM
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Thank you so much ! I love doing Zentangle it is not only creative it is calming and very meditative. I'm very happy that I did this just months before he passed. Thank you for your comments!!
Hugs...
Kristy
"Live like you were dyin'"
Sis #2339 |
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Julia
True Blue Farmgirl
1949 Posts
Julia
Shelton
WA
USA
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Cherime
True Blue Farmgirl
1222 Posts
Cherime
Wasilla
Alaska
USA
1222 Posts |
Posted - Dec 06 2010 : 11:49:47 AM
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It reminds me of Celtic art. Woven and interwoven. It took me a while to clean out the bedroom but I did so as well as rearranged rooms and gave away stuff to people I knew would use it and such like. Took quite a while but I am glad to see you taking joy in creating bless you.
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star-schipp
True Blue Farmgirl
942 Posts
Starletta
Middletown
Indiana
USA
942 Posts |
Posted - Dec 06 2010 : 11:56:28 AM
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Kristy, I'm praying for you too.
We can do no great things; only small things with great love - Mother Teresa
Star - farmgirl sister #1927
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Hogs & Quiches & Prayers Round-up: Recently Widowed and need prayers Please |
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Recently Widowed and need prayers Please
