Tuesday, March 8, 2011

When it rains it pours!

So after a wonderful relaxing week on the Caribbean ocean I come home ready to toss myself into my job and get back on schedule, which I am doing full force, only to find out in a 24 hour period of several situations that are going on with family and friends. My family on my mother's side is very close so it is a lot to take in on the situations all at once.

- One of my aunts has early Alzhiemers and dementia
- Her son's, my first cousin, wife has a large brain tumor, hopefully non cancerous. She is going to require several surgeries.
- My second cousin's husband only has weeks to live because his cancer is back, treatment will not help
- a dear dear friend's husband died suddenly
- my former stepson, for all intents and purposes, was arrested for capital murder

About 10am this morning I thought I couldn't handle anymore. At that time I took a few quiet minutes to meditate and realized there is nothing I can do to change any of these situations and I can only offer my empathy and support. It also made me think of how precious my life is to me and those around me are and to be thankful for yet another blessed day on this earth.

Maybe I shall find time to turn on the Cricut this evening and do some of my most soothing therapy.

63 comments:

  1. Hi
    Just to let you know that you are in the hearts, minds and prayers of many people during this difficult time.
    Myrna

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  2. Oh Okie! To come home from such a wonderful trip, to find all of that! You are right, you can do nothing to alter any of them, but you can be there to lend support and your fantastic brand of humour and love. Big hugs to you! I hope doing some crafting will help!

    Sylvia

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  3. Ohhhh, Okie! Too much. You and yours are in my prayers.

    ~ Jen @ Musings of A Crafty Mom
    www.gator-4-life.blogspot.com

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  4. Sorry about all you bad family things.
    I hope it somehow get better for you

    Tristan

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  5. sorry to hear about all of that Okie! Sending you prayers and hugs your way! All you can do is pray! Take some time for you!!

    HeartAMZ1@aol.com
    Debbie Chapman

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  6. I'm so sorry to hear all of that difficult news. I'm thinking of you my crafting bloggie friend. So glad for your meditation and gratitude for life and loved ones. Get your Cricut chirping with kindness or cheer for those you care for.
    peace and love,
    ~shelly

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  7. So sorry to hear about all the problems with your family and friends Okie, it certainly is pouring down.
    jenjoy x

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  8. Wow, Okie that is a lot on your plate, and they are all such heavy situations! I think you have the right idea about letting it go and just being there-praying for your comfort and for lots of time for our most favorite form of therapy.

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  9. Wow...so sorry Okie. Just one of those things would be enough to put pressure on you, but all of them combined at the same time?! Hugs to you, your family and friends!

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  10. Oh Okie...."HUGS" to you. I'm so sorry to hear you're having such a rough day! You really do have such a positive outlook even when things are rough. Thanks for always being such a positive voice. :)

    A friend from Canada

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  11. Hugs to you. Prayers for you and your family.

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  12. I am so sorry that you are going through all of this. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

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  13. Prayers for you Okie! Definitely need to hit that craft room for some much needed relaxation.

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  14. well bless you heart that is almost tooo much for any one person to bear. Take a big breath say a prayer for each one of them as you know the rest of us will also, Try to do what work you must them go to your craft room and tell everyone if they enter they will draw back bare nubs. Hope tomorrow is a brighter sunshiney day.

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  15. So sorry so much is happening in your family Shirley. But I'm sure they all know you are there for them. You are right, not much you can do but give them all your love. It's all in Gods hands now. I pray you find peace in dealing with it all.

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  16. WOW WOW WOW WOW WOW and when people really think they have had a bad day they should read this. SHEESH I am super sorry about all the things going on right now in your family. WOW just WOW. Keep your head up and my heart goes out to all of them.
    Steph

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  17. Oh Okie... sending you BIG BIG hugs from Ukiah CA

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  18. Okie, my heart goes out to you, your family and friends, all of these are such tough situations, but to have them all at one time is so, so sad. Sending prayers.
    Cherylann (prinkles)

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  19. Good luck, we're all behind you!
    brigitteetleschats at hotmail dot com

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  20. Wow! You certainly have a plate ful. I am sure you know that all of your crafty friends will be thinking of you and sending hugs through blogerland!!

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  21. Sending prayers and happy thoughts your way! ((hugs))

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  22. You and all your family and friends will be in my prayers tonight, Cricut therapy is definitely called for.
    cathy
    mexicopetshop@hotmail.com

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  23. Thoughts, prayers, reiki and hugs coming your way Okie.

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  24. Hugs, prayers, positive thoughts ... all coming your way!

    Jo xx

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  25. Sorry to hear all this. Just remember we care for you, and are here for you. Hugs and prayers. Just take it one day at a time. God is good and will take care of the rest.

    hugs to you Okie.
    Dawn

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  26. Hang in there, it can only get better.

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  27. So sorry to hear...your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Sending BIG hugs to you.
    jessica
    chick-n-scrap.blogspot.com

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  28. All you can do is be "greatfull" and loving. WOW!

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  29. Okie, I am so very sorry that you are going through all of this. Giant hugs being sent your way

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  30. OMG, Okie, that is just tooo much for anyone to handle all at once.

    You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers!

    BIG {{{hugs}}} to you!!

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  31. Awwww Okie sorry...just remember you have a friend in me. I have you in my thoughts. Hang in there and give that nutty daughter of yours a hug!!!!!

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  32. I'm so sorry, Okie! I wish I had a magic wand to make all the bad stuff go away, but it is the bad stuff that makes us appreciate the good in our lives. You and your family and friends are in my prayers.

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  33. i for one am thankful for you !!I pray for strength for you to get you through, and I pray for those you love that the journey they are on will be short and the outcome will be a happy one!! I dont always understand the reasons for all the trials we are put through, I just know he never gives us more than we can handle. They say what doesnt kill us, makes us stronger.

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  34. Bless your heart! That is a lot to have thrown at you, but you obviously are a very strong person, love your attitude! Hang in there girl! Please know there are thoughts and prayers headed your way!

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  35. Sending you hugs and I hope you had time to turn on your Cricut and relax!!

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  36. As I was reading your blog today I realized (once again) what a remarkable woman you are. You handled everything so well I sure do hope I can learn from you! My prayers go out to you and your family. love and hugs.

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  37. Cricut therapy is great, you can make some cards to show your support and love for all those having a hard time in your life. Blessings to you and those around you.

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  38. You have my prayers for you and your family to stay strong and positive.

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  39. ((((((((HUGS))))))))) So sorry to hear of some many troubles at once. What terrible situations to come home to.

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  40. Okie, you are in my prayers. I don't understand why life has to be so difficult at times.
    You give so much, let us give our support back to you.
    Susan

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  41. Life sometimes throws us curve balls, the hardest part is accepting what we can and cannot do to change them. In your case it seems that love, support and prayers are the help you can give, to yourself and your family - those are the most important things that we can give, and the most appreciated by our loved ones. Okie, please know that I am thinking and praying for you and your family.

    Donna C.
    goCricutgo

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  42. Oh Okie! I am sending you big hugs.So happy you had the Cruise first so you could enjoy that special time for you. Hit that Cricut and let go what you can't do anything about.

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  43. So sorry to hear you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers...

    Vicki

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  44. Oh Okie, hugs and prayers to you and yours. I think you are taking the right approach. As hard as it may be your empathy and support is really the best you can offer.

    Siobhan

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  45. Oh Okie, hugs and prayers to you and yours. I think you are taking the right approach. As hard as it may be your empathy and support is really the best you can offer.

    Siobhan

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  46. HUGS to you Okie. I'm going thru similiar turmoil in my life and yes, I do find turning on the Cricut is soothing therapy to the soul.

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  47. I am sending you lots of hugs. I will be also praying for you during this time.

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  48. I'm sorry to hear all the turmoil going on in your family life. Know that there are a lot of people out here sending prayers your way. Hang in there.

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  49. Okie,
    Sending hugs and prayers your way! Hang in there lady!

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  50. I follow your blog by email and don't always post comments, but had to come over when I read this one. I am so sorry that all of this is happening in your family. (((((HUGS))))) and prayers for all concerned. Sometimes we wonder why so much...lay it at His feet...He will carry you thru it all. Again, I'm so sorry!

    Carol aka cyimbugbitten

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  51. I am so sorry to hear.. Hang in there!!! LisaMH

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  52. Wow, that sure is alot to take in at once. Big hugs to you :) Hang in there Okie, we all love you!

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  53. They (who ever they are) claim the Lord only sends us what we can handle. Sounds like you have reached your limit. Will pray for you and yours.

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  54. Hey Okie, I know that type of news is over whelming. My heart and hugs to you and your family. In times like these you just have to Let Go... and Let God (if you don't mind me saying so). Unfortunately there are some things we cannot change, but ask for strength and understanding. I keep you and everyone uplifted in prayer. Smooches... frankleecrafts@gmail.com (Felicia)

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  55. If hugs and prayers can brighten your day, then I know the sun is shing bright in your life because I am sending you all the hugs and prayers I can for your and your family.

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  56. Sorry you have so much tragedy in your life. Prayers coming your way.

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  57. Hold out...the sun is gonna shine in the morning. Prayers to you and yours.

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  58. definitely a lot to handle! but i think you did the right thing! hope things start looking up a bit!

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  59. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers to you all.

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  60. Just a quick post to tell you that my thoughts and prayers are with you.

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  61. I am so sorry to hear about these things in your life. Saying prayers for you and your loved ones

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