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Post by Leigh on May 14, 2016 15:47:06 GMT -5
First off, Cindy that is AMAZING news about your eyes. What a blessing and a praise. I remember, at the time your doctor told you that about your eyes, you had such a calmness and trust about you; you were perfectly content to accept whatever the Lord had for you. That was such a testimony to me, obviously, since I haven't forgotten it! Sometimes we take for granted the "simple" blessings that are truly the best... vision, hearing, the ability to stand and walk across the room, or a day without pain..... Well, those of you on Facebook have probably seen my sad news by now, that my precious daddy went home to be with the Lord yesterday morning, 5-13, around 1:40 a.m. This has been an incredibly difficult week, as we thought he was doing better on Tuesday and Wednesday, then he suffered a massive heart attack on Wednesday night and never regained consciousness. We kept him alive on life support long enough for my sister & some of her family to arrive from Virginia, and John & my boys from SC, then we let him go. This was the day I've feared and dreaded all my life, but God is faithful and He never left my side for one moment. Everyone has been so kind and caring. My parents are very well-loved by their neighbors and church family, and the phone calls, food, and other offers of support have not stopped coming. Starting with breakfast yesterday morning, people have been here to provide meals and even treats like fresh-made ice cream -- it is amazing. We decided to postpone the funeral until next week, to give us a chance to catch our breath and do a little planning, so I will go back home tomorrow and return later in the week, but my sister will stay here with Mother to help get things ready. Thank you so much for your prayers and please continue them.  |
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Post by Deleted on May 14, 2016 23:37:18 GMT -5
Oh Leigh  I am sorry to read about the passing of your father, such a lovely man, he will be missed.
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Post by Deleted on May 15, 2016 16:18:40 GMT -5
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Post by Cindy on May 16, 2016 12:13:26 GMT -5
Thanks for the info Cindy, that was helpful info.   Thank the Lord for that situation with your eyes. We have faith in the Lord to heal, and also I believe the prayers people pray over those prayer blankets helps also. I can just picture lovely women praying for people that get prayer blankets, which reminds me that I need to remember that prayer also for people that get prayer blankets, and thanks for that reminder. First off, Cindy that is AMAZING news about your eyes. What a blessing and a praise. I remember, at the time your doctor told you that about your eyes, you had such a calmness and trust about you; you were perfectly content to accept whatever the Lord had for you. That was such a testimony to me, obviously, since I haven't forgotten it! Sometimes we take for granted the "simple" blessings that are truly the best... vision, hearing, the ability to stand and walk across the room, or a day without pain..... Well, those of you on Facebook have probably seen my sad news by now, that my precious daddy went home to be with the Lord yesterday morning, 5-13, around 1:40 a.m. This has been an incredibly difficult week, as we thought he was doing better on Tuesday and Wednesday, then he suffered a massive heart attack on Wednesday night and never regained consciousness. We kept him alive on life support long enough for my sister & some of her family to arrive from Virginia, and John & my boys from SC, then we let him go. This was the day I've feared and dreaded all my life, but God is faithful and He never left my side for one moment. Everyone has been so kind and caring. My parents are very well-loved by their neighbors and church family, and the phone calls, food, and other offers of support have not stopped coming. Starting with breakfast yesterday morning, people have been here to provide meals and even treats like fresh-made ice cream -- it is amazing. We decided to postpone the funeral until next week, to give us a chance to catch our breath and do a little planning, so I will go back home tomorrow and return later in the week, but my sister will stay here with Mother to help get things ready. Thank you so much for your prayers and please continue them.  On the other hand, I did discover that memorizing scripture - or attempting to anyway,  was very good mental exercise that helped with the mental fog that comes with severe pain.
I felt and feel so badly for you, your family and your Mom. I think of you all often and keep you in my prayers. I just wish there was something more concrete I could do for you. I'm so glad others have jumped in to comfort and help you and give you and your family and your Mom all the support they can. I'll just have to be the one that's got your back and keep you all covered in prayer since I can't be there to do anything else. Please know though that you have my love always.... |
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Post by dogstaff on May 18, 2016 9:31:23 GMT -5
Rainy and cooler here, but we need rain. It's been a busy week. My son-in-law's father died last Sunday, probably a heart attack in his sleep. He was 82. We spent Monday at my daughter's house because she was really upset. Her husband came home and after he had packed, we drove him to the airport so my daughter wouldn't have to get out. The memorial service is Saturday in Georgia.
Hope everyone is doing good. Sorry I haven't been here that much.
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Post by Cindy on May 18, 2016 11:22:32 GMT -5
I'm so sorry to hear that Margie. Praying for peace for your daughter...
I'm sorry I haven't posted here much either, I got kind of talked into doing another study about the Tribulation and rapture etc and have been researching it and then began posting about it yesterday some. So that's taken up a tremendous amount of my time. It would be so much easier to just say, "this is what's going to happen and this is why. But I can't do that, I want people to understand where the information comes from and what it really means.... So now I'm going to go soak my head. LOL
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Post by Cindy on May 19, 2016 10:19:49 GMT -5
Good morning all! We're all trying to get used to the weather which seems to change seasons every other day. It went from the 80's to the 30's and now is in the 50's and 60's....I'm afraid to find out what it will be tomorrow!
Bruce is finally getting some new glasses. His have been ready to be condemned for a long time now LOL so he really needs them. I'm so glad the Lord made a way for him to get them. We'll be able to pick them up by the end of next week hopefully.
Our church is planning a program to target the children in our community. It's more then VBS, as it will be continuing. The drug dealers are already targeting the children, so we felt that it was our job to target them too so that they'd be free to choose Life instead of death. It's really exciting and I can't wait to hear more about it. Jennifer, Bob, Bruce and I will be part of it, and my son Christopher has said he's interested too!
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Post by Leigh on May 19, 2016 13:34:01 GMT -5
That sounds like a great program Cindy, and I look forward to hearing more about it. Margie, so sorry to hear about your daughter's FIL; wow, another service in GA this Saturday. That's when my father's funeral is also, in fact, I am going to ATTEMPT to speak. That's why I haven't been around much this week -- trying to plan exactly what I want to say and reading through the few months of Daddy's journals that I brought back home with me. Anna, thank you for your condolences; everybody has been so sweet, not just here but on FB also, with their messages of kindness and prayers. Well, better get back to work, I just wanted to stop in and say hello and let you know I'm thinking of you all. PS - Cindy, what you said above about your vision. Yes, it was in Pain Chat that you had talked about it; I had no idea it had been five years already... I'd have thought it was only two or three years ago, but that's the way time flies. But I meant it sincerely when I say how your trusting attitude impacted me. That was such a good witness. |
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Post by dogstaff on May 19, 2016 17:58:36 GMT -5
Praying for you and your family, Leigh. I know this is a sad time for you.
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Post by Cindy on May 20, 2016 10:09:31 GMT -5
That sounds like a great program Cindy, and I look forward to hearing more about it. Margie, so sorry to hear about your daughter's FIL; wow, another service in GA this Saturday. That's when my father's funeral is also, in fact, I am going to ATTEMPT to speak. That's why I haven't been around much this week -- trying to plan exactly what I want to say and reading through the few months of Daddy's journals that I brought back home with me. Anna, thank you for your condolences; everybody has been so sweet, not just here but on FB also, with their messages of kindness and prayers. Well, better get back to work, I just wanted to stop in and say hello and let you know I'm thinking of you all. PS - Cindy, what you said above about your vision. Yes, it was in Pain Chat that you had talked about it; I had no idea it had been five years already... I'd have thought it was only two or three years ago, but that's the way time flies. But I meant it sincerely when I say how your trusting attitude impacted me. That was such a good witness.
You're so brave to speak at your father's funeral...I'll pray that the Lord will give you the words and the strength for it.
It's in time's of grief like this that I especially appreciate what Jesus told us about the Holy Spirit praying for us when we don't have the words to say what's filling our hearts. So we can know that even if we can't pray ourselves, that the Lord has us covered and makes sure we know that He hears what's really in our hearts anyway - even the stuff that we can't share with anyone else.
Wow, your memory is so sharp Lorrie! My memory used to be that good too, but not anymore. It's hard to get used to not being able to remember things clearly or for sure, but there's no point in belaboring it.
Guess I'd better go work on the bible study some more, and then I have to pay the bills... It's going to get really hot today, and just when I was starting to enjoy the cooler weather LOL
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Post by Cindy on May 21, 2016 9:46:33 GMT -5
Well Bruce is off with one of his friends from work, riding their bikes today. I doubt if he'll be home before supper time. Maybe I can get a few things done around the house.... maybe lol
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Post by dogstaff on May 22, 2016 15:34:12 GMT -5
Pretty day here. Haven't heard from my daughter today. I'm assuming they are driving back from Georgia today because the kids have final exams tomorrow.
My son called last night and said his oldest dog, a mixed breed-kind of collie, was bitten by a snake last night. We assume it was a rattlesnake. He heard the other 2 dogs barking like crazy in the back yard and then noticed the collie's muzzle was swollen and she had a bloody spot on her face. Took her to an emergency vet who said it was the 4th case of snakebite he had treated that week. She is on antibiotic and something to reduce the swelling. He sent me a picture of the dog and her face did look all swollen.
Hubby is helping his civic club at a nearby town's community fair. They have a booth selling something to raise money. So I've had the afternoon off. Tomorrow it's back to reality - a grocery run to WalMart and then laundry.
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Post by Daniel on May 22, 2016 19:42:19 GMT -5
Incredible footage of tornado near Wray, CO!
Published on May 7, 2016
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Post by Cindy on May 23, 2016 10:32:39 GMT -5
Wow Daniel, that was incredible! I'm glad they're dog's going to be ok Margie. I wonder why so many are being bitten now? That's strange. We did our shopping after church yesterday, so at least that's all done for now. My eyes are bothering me today, so I'm just going to rest I think.
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Post by Cindy on May 24, 2016 10:41:05 GMT -5
Well, yesterday it was almost 80,and right now, it's 57 and won't get much higher then that, at least not until tomorrow anyway. Tomorrow it will be summer again as it's supposed to hit 84-85 for the next several days. Not looking forward to that since we haven't been able to put our AC in the kitchen window yet. Oh well, I imagine I won't really melt, even if it feels like I will LOL
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Post by Deleted on May 24, 2016 21:10:20 GMT -5
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Post by Leigh on May 25, 2016 7:45:11 GMT -5
Hello everyone! Thank you for all the prayers last week (& hopefully continuing into this week -- we still need them, my mother especially). God got us through the 4 hours of visitation at the funeral home on Friday, and the funeral on Saturday.
The funeral service was wonderful! We had four speakers: my brother-in-law (who is a pastor), myself, Daddy's college roommate, and ended with the pastor of his church. We had the congregation sing Daddy's favorite hymn, Victory in Jesus, and we closed the service with a solo of Daddy's favorite Christian song (that I haven't heard in years, but we found a reference to it in his diary as being his favorite), The King is Coming. The service lasted just under an hour and was uplifting. The church was packed and the pastor paid tribute to my mother also, since they worked together as a team. Daddy would've liked that -- my mother is a tireless worker and he was always so proud of her.
Even though I'm not a speaker, the Lord got me through my part and the family said I didn't even look nervous (I was!). I worked all last week, getting together exactly what I wanted to say, and Daddy's journals gave me plenty that I was able to incorporate. Here is my conclusion. (The reference to SHARE made sense because I'd already talked about the fact that Daddy thought the word "share" was over-used was a major pet-peeve of his.  )
I’d like to close with a quote that my father wrote on July 3rd, 1993. Vicki & Pete and John and I had gone over to Mother & Daddy’s to celebrate the fourth of July and later that night, he wrote this:
“When I left for lodge, Pete and John were coming around front from the back yard where they had been standing and I couldn’t help but think how some day, after I’m gone, these sons-in-law will stand in my backyard, hands in pockets, and say things like, “He was a good man” and my life on earth will continue through these men and my daughters. Sunset for me will be noontime for my children; sunrise for my grandchildren. Don’t cry. That’s the way God intended the world to be. I remember the times, long ago, I was the grandchild.”
So on that comforting note, I want to thank you for listening as I (dare I say) SHARED a part of my father that perhaps you never knew!
As much as we are going to miss him here on earth, I love what I Corinthians 13:12 says:
For now we see only a reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known.
For someone like my father, who had an unquenchable thirst for knowledge, I can only be happy for him that - in Heaven - this is his reality now! Thank you.
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Post by Cindy on May 25, 2016 9:50:43 GMT -5
Oh Lorrie, that's absolutely beautiful! The King is Coming has always been one of my most favorite songs too. I love what your Dad wrote too. It was the perfect thing to share with everyone. (and from now on, I'm going to be very conscious of every time I use the word, "share" It sounds like a beautiful service and one which honored your Dad and the Lord as well. Bless your heart, I know this must be very hard on you, and of course will continue to keep you in my prayers.
Yesterday I was griping because I thought it was going to be around 80 today, but it's not. It's going to be  or higher today!  I really am going to melt!  Looks like we'll be breaking yet another weather record today. (we've already broken 2 weather records in the last year!)
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Post by Deleted on May 26, 2016 11:58:10 GMT -5
Hello! Well I am glad I am done gathering the tree flowers to make my tea, while getting the flowers I was stuck many times by thorns and stung twice, by what I don't know, but it was not as bad of a sting as a bee sting.
The crazy weather continues around the world. I received a video from John from India where it is so hot that people are loosing their sandals off of their feet as they walk across a street because the ground cover is melting and making their sandals stick to the ground.
I'm called yet again to see if I am selected for jury duty and I don't like it, I have to drive to the border. I know about the area and I don't like having to go there. 
My daily Bible study online with chat is going OK. Some of what is said is interesting but sometimes I question some of what is said, but overall I like it.
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Post by Deleted on May 27, 2016 7:28:01 GMT -5
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Post by Deleted on May 28, 2016 18:08:51 GMT -5
first order of business this Saturday was to sleep in  ....which we did.....then it was to drink a pot of coffee  , then a walk through the park with my boy  then Ron cooked breakfast  then he was off into the garden...  we had a lot of plants to get in for our summer garden and I was off to our bed room....     ......then I was off running errands with the boy  brought home some lunch....now it's back out to finish up in the garden!  |
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Post by bystillwaters on May 29, 2016 8:31:10 GMT -5
Leigh your dad sounds like a lovely man.. Sorry for your loss.. but at the same time I'm sure Heaven's door was wide open when he arrived and many souls are celebrating now....
Lulu ...love your funny little people and your sense of humor... Have a blessed Sunday as well...
Barbara and I are still barely awake... it's pretty early here... I prefer to post here and on the prayer board early... No distractions...
Cindy thanks for posting all of those neat charts on Google... I always need geographic help when I read the old testament.
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Post by dogstaff on May 29, 2016 13:20:59 GMT -5
That's a beautiful testimony to your Dad, Leigh.
Busy week here and it's hot and humid. Hugs to all.
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Post by Cindy on May 30, 2016 9:10:46 GMT -5
You're welcome Leonard.
Sorry I haven't been here lately, but it's been crazy here and I haven't been feeling too great. Today's another crazy day too, so I don't have much time at all, and still not feeling my best. Hopefully tomorrow will be better.
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Post by Deleted on May 30, 2016 13:05:42 GMT -5
Attachment Deletedpray you all have a great day....we've done the same every day this weekend ...slept in  , drank a pot of coffee  , played in the garden  and just spent time with each other, family and friends.... 
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Post by Deleted on May 30, 2016 13:38:34 GMT -5
Attachment Deleted meet Iris, I've had this plant for....I don't know around.....12 years....this is the only 2nd time it's blossomed!
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Post by bystillwaters on May 31, 2016 7:33:17 GMT -5
Hope you are feeling better today dear Cindy... Lulu that Iris is special... such a beautiful periwinkle color... One of my favorites colors for a room... so peaceful...
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Post by Cindy on May 31, 2016 8:51:54 GMT -5
It's beautiful Lulu! I have some of those in my back garden. They're so pretty! It sounds like you've had a relaxing weekend, which is probably just what you needed too. That's great!
Thanks Leonard. I'm hanging in there. It finally cooled off for a couple of days here, but today is going to be hot again, but then it's supposed to go back to normal, thank the Lord!
Well I'd better go get the bible study done, or they're going to think I gave up on it. Talk to you all later!
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Post by bystillwaters on Jun 2, 2016 6:38:28 GMT -5
Amazing ....we are already in June.. seems like time rushes on... My daughters fiance Brian has a green thumb... he claims it's from a great-grandma he never met... His eye for beauty and color is superior... of course Barbara thinks the world of him... a fellow gardener...!! I will post some pics when I get a chance... some things are meant to be shared... In the mean time have a blessed day all :)..
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Post by Leigh on Jun 2, 2016 7:45:05 GMT -5
Hello everyone. 
Bystillwaters, I look forward to seeing the photos. I'm not a gardener myself (scared of running up on a snake  ), but appreciate seeing a beautiful garden that someone else has created.
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Lulu, your Iris is lovely!! 
Thank you all for the nice comments on my father's funeral service. I am still in awe that God "got me through it" so well.
I got to see my mother again on Sunday for about an hour -- because John and I went on a trip to the NC mountains with a few couples from church for the Memorial Day long weekend. My mom's house was only about 1-1/2 hour away, so we drove down to GA to see her Sunday, which was good, because it was a difficult day for her (although she is very strong). I'm already thinking about when I need to go see her again. My sister and I both feel badly about living so far away from her and feel a responsibility to take care of her, although of course she still drives and is very independent. In fact she would probably feel INSULTED if she thought we "wanted to take care of her!"
I still get little crying spells when something reminds me of Daddy, and expect that to continue for a long time. Then I think of how happy and healthy he is now in Heaven and realize he would not WANT to come back, even if he could, so that is comforting. Looking forward to the rapture now more than ever!!
In other news-- remember that John had a severe reaction to Humira that sent him to the ER on Easter Sunday? Well, his GI doctor took him off that, put him on 8 weeks of prednisone to "recover",  and yesterday we took him for his first treatment of Remicade (another biologic drug that is similar to Humira, but totally different - somehow). He has to go to an infusion center to receive the Remicade by IV, which will take several hours each time. He goes for the next infusion in 2 weeks, then 4 weeks, and after that, every 8 weeks. Prayers are greatly appreciated that this drug will work effectively for him with NO side effects, as biologic drugs can be dangerous.
Sorry my posts lately have been "all about me" and hope and pray you all are doing well in this HOT weather we're having -- and summer not even officially here yet!
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I am sorry to read about the passing of your father, such a lovely man, he will be missed. 
Thank the Lord for that situation with your eyes. We have faith in the Lord to heal, and also I believe the prayers people pray over those prayer blankets helps also. I can just picture lovely women praying for people that get prayer blankets, which reminds me that I need to remember that prayer also for people that get prayer blankets, and thanks for that reminder.
On the other hand, I did discover that memorizing scripture - or attempting to anyway, 
was very good mental exercise that helped with the mental fog that comes with severe pain.
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I really am going to melt! 
), but appreciate seeing a beautiful garden that someone else has created. 
and yesterday we took him for his first treatment of Remicade (another biologic drug that is similar to Humira, but totally different - somehow). He has to go to an infusion center to receive the Remicade by IV, which will take several hours each time. He goes for the next infusion in 2 weeks, then 4 weeks, and after that, every 8 weeks. Prayers are greatly appreciated that this drug will work effectively for him with NO side effects, as biologic drugs can be dangerous. 
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