tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post1938189596462138241..comments2024-03-08T05:20:15.941-06:00Comments on The Westra World: holding space Vickyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-73818396744464697212016-01-28T05:28:23.706-06:002016-01-28T05:28:23.706-06:00This is a bit late, but heart-felt. I am holding s...This is a bit late, but heart-felt. I am holding space for you, although from afar, and praying for better days ahead. Your hubby is a sweetheart, what a champion.<br /><br />You BOTH are.<br /><br />Also, aren't fresh linens a comfort?<br /><br />Love and prayers,<br />SusanSusanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08274481412344071315noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-17556960355081740932016-01-27T17:04:03.813-06:002016-01-27T17:04:03.813-06:00Oh my dear sweet friend,
The picture you painted w...Oh my dear sweet friend,<br />The picture you painted with your words...oh, my. I could just see you there in the bedroom with tears flowing as you described what was going on in your heart. As I took in what you said to your beloved Superman..."I am burdening you"..my tears flowed. Knowing that's how you truly felt and knowing he would never feel that way about you. This changing of roles that we hold so dear...is just so, so hard. And I just outright wept at his kind heart and gentle words. I could feel his appreciation for the meals you have made and the beds you have made over all these years.<br /><br />That moment you described, my dear friend, is a perfect photograph of what unconditional love really, truly looks like. Thank you so, so much for sharing that<br />moment with me. I think, lately, Bert might say what you said. I am praying to be just as loving as your Rick. And that Casting Crowns song was perfect!<br />I am so grateful for you, for your authentic voice and for your huge, huge heart.<br />Love you to the moon and back, Vicky Held Westra. <br />Linda Linda Seppa Salisburyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13336969827398454131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-13288051920485112692016-01-27T12:15:23.295-06:002016-01-27T12:15:23.295-06:00Julie, yes! We could both use our husbands as exa...Julie, yes! We could both use our husbands as examples of the kind of men we would want our younger generation of girls to look for. You said that so beautifully! Love and blessings to you!Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-17497825523547362132016-01-27T12:13:39.878-06:002016-01-27T12:13:39.878-06:00Miss Jackie- so sweet of you to say- and I know yo...Miss Jackie- so sweet of you to say- and I know you and the mister are equally a treasure to us all too! Love you right back sweet one!Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-11479037605316046202016-01-27T12:12:28.027-06:002016-01-27T12:12:28.027-06:00As I know you do as well, Lisa! Thankful to have ...As I know you do as well, Lisa! Thankful to have you here- hope retirement is treating you well- will come visit soon!Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-5794611809667634362016-01-27T12:10:59.607-06:002016-01-27T12:10:59.607-06:00Oh Cheri- love that Kutless song! Wish I could he...Oh Cheri- love that Kutless song! Wish I could hear you sing- I just know I would be equally inspired by you, Cheri. Such a great quote, too- thank you for sharing!Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-53267587726889640082016-01-27T12:07:38.932-06:002016-01-27T12:07:38.932-06:00You always have such an insightful and wise perspe...You always have such an insightful and wise perspective. And you are gifted with your ability to not just have those insights, but to write so beautifully about how you see things, too! So thankful for your keen insights and how they uplift and inspire so many of us! I pray sedation went well for you- its the only way for me!! And I also pray the results will be of help to you! Love to you- deep and wide friend!Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-19569896565931823832016-01-27T12:02:58.525-06:002016-01-27T12:02:58.525-06:00Thankful, Susan, extremely blessed to have you do ...Thankful, Susan, extremely blessed to have you do so. I pray you are well. Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-86785237843129680472016-01-27T12:02:15.640-06:002016-01-27T12:02:15.640-06:00Always so great to see you here, Katie! Thankful ...Always so great to see you here, Katie! Thankful for those prayer, always!Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-55247783069061886642016-01-27T12:01:45.096-06:002016-01-27T12:01:45.096-06:00Eileen, that is so incredibly sweet of you to say....Eileen, that is so incredibly sweet of you to say. I think Rick and I are just getting through our days as best as we can, mostly. But the lessons we've had to learn have been intense and fast, and its definitely impacted how we choose to do things all the time. Thankful for your encouraging words, too, my friend and having you here always means so much to me! Love and blessings to you!Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-51761853051521893992016-01-27T11:45:28.158-06:002016-01-27T11:45:28.158-06:00I did do chemo- even with low counts, Dr. P really...I did do chemo- even with low counts, Dr. P really wanted me to, so I was ok with that. Yes, I chose the word, choose! Inspired by Sara- to remember to choose, Joy, yes, but focus on the fact that I can always choose whatever it is that I need for that day, that time. Yes- I do hope that so many of my words I have somehow built into my life- last year was believe, and embrace the year before and they do seem to all go together quite well! Coming to visit your blog soon! Such a big day coming for you! Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-82252648977860924212016-01-27T11:41:50.891-06:002016-01-27T11:41:50.891-06:00So thankful to have you, with me, always. Each da...So thankful to have you, with me, always. Each day that passes, and weeks, months, etc., and you all still show up here means more and more to me all the time. And I can easily say the exact same things about you!Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-47382239875261986122016-01-27T11:24:19.085-06:002016-01-27T11:24:19.085-06:00We just need to keep reminding each other of that,...We just need to keep reminding each other of that, don't we! And I see you are focused on Strep throat!! Yikes! Hoping those little ones get through the yucky part quickly and get back to feeling well! Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-28182903594447053582016-01-27T11:22:11.256-06:002016-01-27T11:22:11.256-06:00Oh Pinky- I'm just so honored you take the tim...Oh Pinky- I'm just so honored you take the time to show up and read! Even that makes me feel seen and heard- so thank you for just that! And you'd be surprised- when your back is against the wall like mine? You just do what you have to do, because this big beautiful life, is worth doing whatever hard thing is set in front of you! I have faith in you- you could and would do it too! God's blessings to you and yours!Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-44801949347199782572016-01-27T11:18:09.422-06:002016-01-27T11:18:09.422-06:00Kass, reading your words yesterday were such a bal...Kass, reading your words yesterday were such a balm for my weary soul. Even though my counts were low, Dr. P wanted me to do infusion. Truly your beautiful words, were just the affirmation and gift of love I needed. So thankful for you! You are so loved! Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-48865624345720956152016-01-27T07:14:02.404-06:002016-01-27T07:14:02.404-06:00Holding space along with you from Georgia. And Sup...Holding space along with you from Georgia. And Superman, well, I wish we could talk to teenage girls and say, "Listen. This is what you're looking for. Don't settle for anything less than a man who loves you like Jesus loves us."<br /><br />xo Julie Garmonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09774724750356986307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-18087367342503672042016-01-26T23:40:10.757-06:002016-01-26T23:40:10.757-06:00“A happy marriage is a selfless journey in which t... “A happy marriage is a selfless journey in which the happiness of another person is essential to your own.” -George & Yvonne Levy <br /><br />Source: Pinterest.com via page http://www.happywivesclub.com/a-happy-marriage-5/ <br /><br />How sweet to have the true love and kindness of a wonderful husband. Love your post and how it all fits and comes together! Very cool :-) Love the song as well. I'm a Casting Crowns fan, but had not heard "Just Be Held". A favorite of mine we just sang in praise band this past Sunday is Kutless ~ "What Faith Can Do" https://vimeo.com/21527408 Carolyn was our lead for the service and was under the weather a bit, so I had the honor of carrying/singing the bridge. Absolutely love music to carry me through the ups and downs, celebrations and struggles - beautiful post as always Vicky! You inspire me and touch my heart every time I visit your blog. <br /><br />Cherihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17081421309061818025noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-35219137290934391442016-01-26T22:22:25.438-06:002016-01-26T22:22:25.438-06:00Vicky....you have the best hubby ever! Always thi...Vicky....you have the best hubby ever! Always thinking about you....Lisatainterturtleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10307790480251741661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-26944837337357490702016-01-26T18:11:23.030-06:002016-01-26T18:11:23.030-06:00Rick is a jewel...a gem, indeed.
And he is married...Rick is a jewel...a gem, indeed.<br />And he is married to one....so I think you have a perfect setting. <br />Love you, my sweet friend.<br />Always,<br />JackieJackiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01214796594702277709noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-5184279482809524292016-01-26T17:37:39.209-06:002016-01-26T17:37:39.209-06:00It is sometimes so hard to know what to do as a sp...It is sometimes so hard to know what to do as a space holder, Vicky. It is an inexact science but such a comfort when it happens well and I think the person receiving it knows when it touches their soul. And cancer is a family diagnosis not just an individual one. You are all called to walk this path together and it is the same with any serious disease. Each person is greatly impacted. Each will have their lives affected. Each heart and life is forever changed. That is nothing of the patient's doing but it is a reality. So grateful for Rick to stand beside you and to have eyes to SEE you, not just be with you. Same for Dr. P and all those who strap on their walking shoes to walk with you. God works things out in those on the journey with you and redeems it ALL.<br /><br />I prayed for you earlier today. I had my first MRI with sedation (have had 8 others done without and couldn't do it anymore) but I thought of the MANY you have endured and ALL you've endured throughout. You continue to inspire, amaze, challenge, and encourage me daily. I love you and am glad you now have that placard. That's a big step to ask, and receive, that help. It's a big step in every area, including needing, and receiving help with that bed. XOXORobynn's Ravingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619286823020924023noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-70282061451372836982016-01-26T15:15:39.779-06:002016-01-26T15:15:39.779-06:00Holding space with you from a distance.Holding space with you from a distance.S. Etolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01847206680320012887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-77525712726684672482016-01-26T14:12:52.937-06:002016-01-26T14:12:52.937-06:00WHat a wonderful husband you have Vicky. I am kee...WHat a wonderful husband you have Vicky. I am keeping y'all in our prayers!Preppy Empty Nesterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13446028963455322844noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-48983202985792136522016-01-26T13:13:26.403-06:002016-01-26T13:13:26.403-06:00I always feel so encouraged when I read your posts...I always feel so encouraged when I read your posts, Vicky. Your strength as well as Rick's just amazes me. Whether you realize it or not, you both are an inspiration to those around you. I remember your posts when you called Rick your "Superman". Well, he most definitely is. <br /><br />Love, blessing and prayers dear friend. Eileenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16947736452675597121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-57520701142094869362016-01-26T11:02:07.306-06:002016-01-26T11:02:07.306-06:00i hope you get to have chemo today, since i know t...i hope you get to have chemo today, since i know that's what you hope. i wish you didn't have to have chemo at all, that once you got NED, you could quit. have you chosen a word for the year yet? i don't remember reading about it, but EMBRACE from last year is one you seem to have internalized. love you! will be praying...Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04687339205571651753noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-35274808259752138712016-01-26T10:52:49.142-06:002016-01-26T10:52:49.142-06:00You're both rock stars.... the love and the co...You're both rock stars.... the love and the courage and the strength when it feels like there is no strength and the determination and the *grace*... I'm holding space for you.. always. Karen thisoldhouse2.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03302171590212119499noreply@blogger.com