tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post2180410447198667824..comments2024-03-08T05:20:15.941-06:00Comments on The Westra World: The message...Vickyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comBlogger42125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-57296839599838153372013-06-01T01:15:10.821-05:002013-06-01T01:15:10.821-05:00LOVED reading Karen's response to you - so ful...LOVED reading Karen's response to you - so full of hope in the face of what would be so difficult to hear. And yet, I sense Dr. P is also hopeful when he says, "We have to fix it." Don't know how to make the place where you fall any softer, Vicky, except to fall into Him because "earnestly, tenderly He IS calling you....you who are weary." He says, "Come to me all you who are weary and I will give you rest." Rest in Him as you can and cast your cares on Him. I am not glad there are two tumors but I AM glad they found both of them and are going to treat them. Praying for you as you ponder this, face this, treat this, and praying for Rick and your boys, too. Robynn's Ravingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619286823020924023noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-23236709804364347652013-05-23T16:27:04.189-05:002013-05-23T16:27:04.189-05:00Oh vicky, I am late in reading this, and gosh darn...Oh vicky, I am late in reading this, and gosh darn it - what can be said; its so not what you/we wanted to hear - but my prayers - always my prayers are with you. You my sweet friend are amazing and wonderful and rarely a momment goes by where I don't think about you and how you are! <br /><br />xoxoxoxo Tiffanyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06908504833550812024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-84146562417506343122013-05-23T15:53:42.224-05:002013-05-23T15:53:42.224-05:00I'm thinking that wasn't a coincidence. I&... I'm thinking that wasn't a coincidence. I'm thinking we sometimes don't believe the signs when they appear to us because it's just too good to be true? Too fitting? Or too hard to believe? Why would we deny ourselves that comfort... <br /><br /> Years ago now, when my daughter was in the hospital in a coma with tubes and other life supporting machines, had been for weeks... I went home briefly to feed horses and check on my son. While standing out in the barn crying over what had happened and the uncertainty of what was to come.. on what had been a sunny day... the clouds rolled over so darn fast it was scary. The wind whipped up and I wondered if we were about to get run down by a tornado, it was that fierce. I decided to ride it out in the barn, as running back to the house might be too dangerous. The storm came and went in about 15 minutes time, and the sun reappeared. Very odd weather pattern. I stared up into the rays now streaming through the quieted sky and felt the warmth on my face. And then I realized... I've been praying in the hospital chapel every morning for weeks now, asking, begging, pleading for a sign that my daughter will be ok. Will we be OK again? <br /><br />Maybe.. this was it, my sign that although there was a terrible storm, there will be light again. Just days later, my daughter uttered her first words in weeks. And right then, I believed. <br /><br />Now those who know me, know I'm not specifically religious and I won't go into why here. However.. I'm also a hypocrit... because I prayed...and I believe I received a message that day. Karen thisoldhouse2.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03302171590212119499noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-76509243866090499632013-05-23T10:31:02.312-05:002013-05-23T10:31:02.312-05:00Melissa- I know, right? Amen is what come to my m...Melissa- I know, right? Amen is what come to my mind every time someone gives me another perspective in which to see it. And yes- the pedicure is such a treat for me- but I try to do at least a couple during the summer months as they truly recharge and refresh me :) Could totally see you, me, Rory and Becky hanging out having our toes done! Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-1762730822867267552013-05-23T10:28:19.504-05:002013-05-23T10:28:19.504-05:00And- I am so grateful- you are always with me too ...And- I am so grateful- you are always with me too Susan- thank you :)Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-80377596206555623922013-05-23T10:27:47.843-05:002013-05-23T10:27:47.843-05:00I am Lisa- enjoying it thoroughly- hopeful to get ...I am Lisa- enjoying it thoroughly- hopeful to get out and walk too- and hoping you as well get a chance to enjoy :)Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-40715250908797004992013-05-23T10:26:58.117-05:002013-05-23T10:26:58.117-05:00Thank you Linda- gosh- all of you are helping me s...Thank you Linda- gosh- all of you are helping me so much with your wisdom and insight. Thank you for your steadfast prayers- I am truly grateful! Love to you-Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-55032282506166656152013-05-23T10:25:36.869-05:002013-05-23T10:25:36.869-05:00Thank you Kay- what you say is insightful and give...Thank you Kay- what you say is insightful and gives me perspective and I so appreciate you sharing that with me. Beautifully said and I think you are spot on!Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-4137907944955322942013-05-22T23:12:33.411-05:002013-05-22T23:12:33.411-05:00Well, I just don't have anything to add the th...Well, I just don't have anything to add the that hasn't already been said. I don't what what meaning the song has to you, but just can't believe it would be a coincidence either so maybe rest in the thought that our god is so big and good and loves us enough to send us little signs that he is thinking of us.<br /><br />Love the toes! There is just about nothing better than a good pedicure and time with girlfriends.Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08325898729203111520noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-28458318602680385522013-05-22T21:53:32.738-05:002013-05-22T21:53:32.738-05:00Always, always, always ... He is with us.Always, always, always ... He is with us.S. Etolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01847206680320012887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-72484971758688727062013-05-22T21:30:47.725-05:002013-05-22T21:30:47.725-05:00I'm thinking of you Vicky. Hope you can enjoy...I'm thinking of you Vicky. Hope you can enjoy some sunshine tomorrow.tainterturtleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10307790480251741661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-24821989046927291602013-05-22T20:08:53.277-05:002013-05-22T20:08:53.277-05:00Oh dear Vicky,
I googled that song and listened to...Oh dear Vicky,<br />I googled that song and listened to everyone from Rosemary Clooney to Jim Reeves singing it. <br />I wept as I heard the lyrics knowing that Jesus is my "home", as He is yours. Jesus is always tenderly calling to us, His spirit asking us to come to Him.<br /><br />I know that the news you heard was hard to hear, but please know that ALL of us are on our knees asking God to give you peace, courage, and confidence. You inspire us to give it ALL to Him. Yes, He is with us always.<br />Embracing life and all it brings, right along with you, knowing He holds us through it all.<br /><br />Love and prayers,<br />Linda in Spokane<br /><br /><br /><br />Linda Seppa Salisburyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13336969827398454131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-21787964571402189952013-05-22T16:19:57.252-05:002013-05-22T16:19:57.252-05:00Thank God for sun!!! And...it's okay to cry ev...Thank God for sun!!! And...it's okay to cry every once in a while. Sometimes you just have to. The tears and rain sort of go together. Now, I hope you're smiling again. I'm glad God made tears. We need to release our frustration, confusion, and even happiness and joy through them!Roxane B. Salonenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01459456545891720716noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-65027340930252201642013-05-22T13:41:17.812-05:002013-05-22T13:41:17.812-05:00I think Vicky HE is calling all of us to himself, ...I think Vicky HE is calling all of us to himself, HOME. I know in all the HARD places of my life I've always ran home to my mom for comfort and peace. Now that she's gone I find myself longing to go "home" to her comfort, prayers and love. I find myself now having to run "home" to my Father God in times of despair. God is so faithful and will NEVER leave us. Maybe going "home" for you will be a time to be renewed, revived right her on the earth where you are today to continue on. I'm still kneeling with you! God is able.kayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09707871979703579020noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-76001242640626267772013-05-22T12:55:24.868-05:002013-05-22T12:55:24.868-05:00Thank you Julie- it was also one of my Dad's f...Thank you Julie- it was also one of my Dad's favorites and it brought up so many memories of him too. blessings to you- thankful for the prayers always-Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-77409722824929768182013-05-22T12:53:57.417-05:002013-05-22T12:53:57.417-05:00Janay- thank you so much for all the heartfelt wor...Janay- thank you so much for all the heartfelt words and prayers- hero- shoot, I think no- just putting one foot in front of the other just like all of you would do if asked too- of that I am convinced. Hugs to you-Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-33296103924159572692013-05-22T12:51:09.159-05:002013-05-22T12:51:09.159-05:00True Jenn- for me and others too I think. The wom...True Jenn- for me and others too I think. The woman playing the music certainly felt she was brightening our day and had such a pleasantness to her. Weary- yes- carried -even bigger yes :) hugs and love to you... <br /><br />BTW: Thinking of you as I assume graduation is nearing- how is momma holding up?Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-85206648322785660842013-05-22T12:47:37.315-05:002013-05-22T12:47:37.315-05:00Thanks Vic- I do believe we have so much more avai...Thanks Vic- I do believe we have so much more available to us today and so much more knowledge- its good to keep that in perspective- thanks Vic- much love to you-Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-20483291955027479582013-05-22T12:45:46.593-05:002013-05-22T12:45:46.593-05:00Thanks sweet one- I know- I laughed and cried and ...Thanks sweet one- I know- I laughed and cried and let it go and then after all that rain- the sun is shining again today. We are indeed- with each other always- so true and glad to fully feel that. Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-89527515776594917842013-05-22T12:37:01.456-05:002013-05-22T12:37:01.456-05:00Once again, you made me cry as I felt myself livin...Once again, you made me cry as I felt myself living the moment with you.<br /><br />That songs, Vicky--it SO takes me back to my childhood...to church services when I felt His sweet calling.<br /><br />Lovely. Lovely. I'm praying. Julie Garmonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09774724750356986307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-10404411782745435372013-05-22T12:35:03.313-05:002013-05-22T12:35:03.313-05:00Thank you Susan- for adding even more richness to ...Thank you Susan- for adding even more richness to the words of others. I value what your insight and helps me with clarity and peace. Thank you for following along and for all of your encouragement and support- all the way from Zurich- one of the most lovely and peaceful places I have had the good fortune to visit- Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-23570620595573899282013-05-22T12:26:42.379-05:002013-05-22T12:26:42.379-05:00Thank you Eileen- and clearly- there is love. Isn...Thank you Eileen- and clearly- there is love. Isn't that what is so apparent? I'm grateful- to you and everyone taking the time to help me see clearly what is right in front of me. Hugs to you-Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-64040242731161461132013-05-22T12:25:24.645-05:002013-05-22T12:25:24.645-05:00Thank you for that reminder- its music to my ears-...Thank you for that reminder- its music to my ears- so wise and true- thank you. Love you friend-Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-71610644323846537312013-05-22T12:16:31.280-05:002013-05-22T12:16:31.280-05:00Thank you- I do think so too- thank you friend- th...Thank you- I do think so too- thank you friend- thinking of you-Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-66825647224717869232013-05-22T12:15:39.212-05:002013-05-22T12:15:39.212-05:00Katie- oh goodness- that truly touches me. Those ...Katie- oh goodness- that truly touches me. Those prayers help, more than I can possibly say- but please rest assured they matter- xxooVickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.com