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Hogs & Quiches & Prayers Round-up:  Prayers for strength and endurance  |
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Joey
True Blue Farmgirl
1868 Posts
Joey
Gulf Coast
FL
USA
1868 Posts |
 Posted - Nov 08 2011 : 09:55:29 AM
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Dear Sisters,So much is difficult in my life just now and I have so many things on my plate..my job ends 11/12, my father is in the hospital again and yesterday did not even know who I was, my 4 aunts in PA are falling apart physically and mentally and so many people depend on me. I am flying to PA after my job ends to "fix" things there and hopefully my Dad will be out of the hospital by then. I am not eating or sleeping well and feel a little overwhelmed. Fortunately my DH, DD and her family are fine and I am so grateful. Anyway, I truly am not complaining. I can cope with this and God sustains me BUT it helps to ask for prayer, so I am. Please just pray that I can maintain this pace for a little while..that I can sleep..that my Dad will be OK while I am away. (my DH will stay here for him). I will get home sometime after Thanksgiving and I am so grateful to be spending the holiday with my extended family. I plan to take a few days off before I look for a new job and just rest and if I can just get to that point...please just add me to your prayer lists for the next week or so. I know that God will provide what I need (like sleep, maybe) but it helps me to have my sisters in this too. I feel your prayers and it strengthens me. Thank you all, Joey
Well behaved women rarely make history. |
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Fiddlehead Farm
True Blue Farmgirl
4562 Posts
Diane
Waupaca
WI
USA
4562 Posts |
Posted - Nov 08 2011 : 10:01:07 AM
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Joann,
Prayers out to you and your family. Don't get overwhelmed, you need your health too!
http://studiodiphotosite.shutterfly.com/
farmgirl sister #922
Don't go with the flow...you are the flow.
I get up every morning determined to both change the world and have one hell of a good time. Sometimes this makes planning my day difficult.
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LuckyMommyof5
True Blue Farmgirl
500 Posts
Suzanne
OH
USA
500 Posts |
Posted - Nov 08 2011 : 2:32:14 PM
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I pray for God to give you strength, comfort, patience and assistance. I've been in overwhelming situations, I know how bad it can get. Hang in there and do take care of yourself, too, without feeling guilty. You matter, too.
Farmgirl Sister #3243
"The real things haven't changed. It is still best to be honest and truthful; to make the most of what we have; to be happy with simple pleasures; and have courage when things go wrong." - Laura Ingalls Wilder |
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
13055 Posts |
Posted - Nov 08 2011 : 3:09:24 PM
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Joann:
Here's a hug ( ). I will certainly keep you, your dad, and your aunts in my prayers.
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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laurentany
True Blue Farmgirl
3259 Posts
Laurie
Patchogue
NY
USA
3259 Posts |
Posted - Nov 08 2011 : 5:48:12 PM
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Joann-
Wow- you have alot on your plate right now. But you sound focused and ready for the challenge ahead! I will pray for your continued strength and for the good health of you, your dad and your extended family, as well as the strength of your DH and DD and family while you are away.
Blessings,
~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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acairnsmom
True Blue Farmgirl
1319 Posts
audrey
cheyenne
wy
1319 Posts |
Posted - Nov 08 2011 : 10:01:32 PM
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Joey I just lifted you up to God in prayer. You do have a lot of worries now, but you are right, God will sustain you through this season. It sounds like you already have a blessing in disguise with your job ending-no job obligations so your time can be free to tend to your family needs. God knows what we need before we do and I'm sure he will not only strenghten you for your family tasks ahead but will open a new job for you when the time is right. God bless you sister!
Audrey
Good boy Hobbs! I love and miss you. |
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beekeepersgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1423 Posts
Luanne
Cresco
PA
USA
1423 Posts |
Posted - Nov 09 2011 : 04:31:52 AM
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Joey -
Big hugs and prayers coming your way. Please keep in touch with us.
Luanne
beekeepersgirl #691
Pleasant words are as an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.
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Cherime
True Blue Farmgirl
1222 Posts
Cherime
Wasilla
Alaska
USA
1222 Posts |
Posted - Nov 09 2011 : 08:31:50 AM
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Remember when you are weak he is strong and his arm is not short.
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Joey
True Blue Farmgirl
1868 Posts
Joey
Gulf Coast
FL
USA
1868 Posts |
Posted - Nov 09 2011 : 10:08:22 AM
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I came from my doctors appointment this am. After 5 yrs at a steady weight, I have gained 18 lbs in 7 months-stress eating, I'm sure. Despite taking my meds for my blood pressure it is still sky high and so is my pulse, so she added a new med. I am tired and not sleeping. I am already on meds. I have no time to "take care " of me. I had to quit my stressful ER job, so no insurance and no new job yet. I'm focused on one thing at a time and what do I have to do next-survival mode. I pray, and read my Bible and I am comforted. I WILL deal with all of this because "all things are possible for those who love God" and He sustains me.I just wanted y'all to know how much I need and appreciate your prayers. I am lifted up. Thank you, Joey
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Edited by - Joey on Nov 09 2011 10:10:02 AM |
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LuckyMommyof5
True Blue Farmgirl
500 Posts
Suzanne
OH
USA
500 Posts |
Posted - Nov 09 2011 : 2:51:02 PM
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I am so, so sorry for what you are going through. I will pray for God to give you time to take care of yourself because it is important.
Farmgirl Sister #3243
"The real things haven't changed. It is still best to be honest and truthful; to make the most of what we have; to be happy with simple pleasures; and have courage when things go wrong." - Laura Ingalls Wilder |
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ClaireSky
True Blue Farmgirl
1792 Posts
Julie
Arcadia
WI
USA
1792 Posts |
Posted - Nov 10 2011 : 07:28:58 AM
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Prayers being sent your way for you and your family. God Bless!
Julie
Farmgirl Sister #399
Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful. |
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Farmer Judy
True Blue Farmgirl
433 Posts
Judy
North Aurora
IL
USA
433 Posts |
Posted - Nov 10 2011 : 08:44:51 AM
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Joann.
My prayers will be with you and your family. Just remember to take it one day at a time and if that is too much break it down to one hour at a time. You can only do so much in a given amount of time, you need to eat well and sleep even if things are chaotic. Be well and strong. Remeber we are all virtually hugging you when things get crazy.
God bless,
Judy
Born a city girl but a farm girl at heart!
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SRhea
Farmgirl in Training
42 Posts
Sue
San Angelo
TX
USA
42 Posts |
Posted - Nov 10 2011 : 08:56:02 AM
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You and yours are in my prayers. Trials are hard, but He is always there with you.
Isaiah 43:2 |
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forgetmenot
True Blue Farmgirl
3602 Posts
Judith
Nora Springs
IA
USA
3602 Posts |
Posted - Nov 10 2011 : 09:14:06 AM
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I'm praying for you..feel a hug too.
"Courage is not the absence of fear, but the belief that something is more important than fear." Ambrose Red Moon |
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Joey
True Blue Farmgirl
1868 Posts
Joey
Gulf Coast
FL
USA
1868 Posts |
Posted - Nov 10 2011 : 2:40:44 PM
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My father is still critically ill and so confused but he is saying he just wants to die. He turned 84 last Sunday. Please pray for Gods grace for him too. Thank you, Joey
Well behaved women rarely make history. |
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Joey
True Blue Farmgirl
1868 Posts
Joey
Gulf Coast
FL
USA
1868 Posts |
Posted - Nov 14 2011 : 12:50:14 PM
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My job ended 11/12. I have 2 weeks vacation pay coming to me. (Yipee!) I leave for 10 days in PA on Thursday. My father is off critical care but still so sick. I pray that he will be well and getting better while I'm away. My DH will stay here in Florida and visit him daily. I'll look for a new job when I get back.
I have felt your prayers and am so grateful. Thank you, Joey
Well behaved women rarely make history. |
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Joey
True Blue Farmgirl
1868 Posts
Joey
Gulf Coast
FL
USA
1868 Posts |
Posted - Dec 05 2011 : 08:52:34 AM
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Prayers for strength-UPDATE
I spent 10 days in PA with my aunts and so much is better. My aunt with dementia got started with new meds and is more stable. I went with her children to see her because they had not seen her since she was so agitated and needed to be tied down. Aunt #2 is having heart surgery 12/15 so she is not out of the woods yet but we spent alot of time talking and I think her head is better and she is ready for the surgery. Aunts # 3 and 4 were so glad to see me and have me "take charge" of everyones needs. I did what I do-feelings and fear-and I think we all came away in better space.
My DH saw my Dad here everyday and he is out of the hospital now and back in the nursing home.
I am doing my old job on an "as needed" basis until we go to 12 hour shifts in Jan, so despite not having healthcare, I'm getting paid and it's all good.
Please know that I felt your protective prayers and it filled up my heart. Thank you all, for public and private posts. You are the best. Joey
Well behaved women rarely make history. |
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laurentany
True Blue Farmgirl
3259 Posts
Laurie
Patchogue
NY
USA
3259 Posts |
Posted - Dec 05 2011 : 12:43:08 PM
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SO GLAD to hear that things have taken a turn for the better for you Joann! Thank you so much for keeping us updated.
Blessings to you and your family, and I will continue to keep you in prayer.
Merry Christmas,
~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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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
13055 Posts |
Posted - Dec 05 2011 : 4:26:58 PM
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Joey:
My prayers will be with you. Pray and know that things will be better. Take care. Keep us posted.
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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coaloha
True Blue Farmgirl
502 Posts
Pam
USA
502 Posts |
Posted - Dec 05 2011 : 7:45:07 PM
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Take good care, Joey. My thoughts and prayers are coming your way.
(((Hugs)))
Pam
Pam Barnes-Palty
Phoenix, AZ
Farmgirl #1075
Happy member of the Southwest Henhouse
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Emily Anna
True Blue Farmgirl
863 Posts
Emily
Fort Atkinson
WI
USA
863 Posts |
Posted - Dec 05 2011 : 11:21:06 PM
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Joey, so glad things are looking a little brighter! Glad you have a good husband that looked after your dad while you were gone so you didn't have to worry about him being alone. Will be saying some prayers for all of you!
EMily |
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