So often, “loving kindness “ is the only response we can give, even though we feel compelled to “fix” everything. During my Dad’s last days , he told me how easy it was to “love” his hospice caregivers. He may have only known them for a few hours or days each, but their deep compassion and loving attention was deeply felt by him despite his “failing heart”. Jules, I am sure Jeff will never forget the love you freely gave him when you wanted to do so much more.
I've appreciated your "sneak peaks" into your new book - they are filled with honest emotion, which I connect with you on... Wishing you all the best in 2024...
I am so glad you reached out to God. He is the only one who can truly help us. I keep both of you in prayers every day, Jeff for healing and you for strength! I wouldn't be here if it wasn't for my God! Hugs!!!
Thank you Faith! Your prayers are much appreciated and welcomed. I pray for your spiritual strength and grace as you embrace this next decade. xoxo Love you.
Oh Julie, how hard that was! Praise God that you remembered to turn to Him!
I fell into that kind of thinking lots when my father was doing hospice at home. Also as a parent and teacher. I think we need to daily give our loved ones to God, because so many times I will wake up holding onto responsibilities that I already have given to God yesterday!
Thank you Julie for your powerful, insightful post this morning. With the combined forces of this approaching Christmas Day and your words, various songs and verse are roaming my brain.
“Praise God from whom all blessings flow
Praise him all creatures here below”
I’m looking forward to your book-in-progress, especially after today’s post.
I love the line and realization that you were not there "to fix" what happened but "to love him."
Thank you so much Nancy for reading and being here. Yes, one of the many lessons and/or realizations I learned last year.
So simple and less simpler to do. Turning it over is such sweet surrender, thanks Julie. Your share landed on me.
HI Alyse, It's so wonderful to get your message here. I'm so happy to know this resonated with you. I hear you...I find myself here even now.
Responsible is…
Ability to respond
Love is the right choice❗️
So often, “loving kindness “ is the only response we can give, even though we feel compelled to “fix” everything. During my Dad’s last days , he told me how easy it was to “love” his hospice caregivers. He may have only known them for a few hours or days each, but their deep compassion and loving attention was deeply felt by him despite his “failing heart”. Jules, I am sure Jeff will never forget the love you freely gave him when you wanted to do so much more.
Thank you for sharing, Clark. Sending you hugs and comfort during this season. Your Dad sounds like an amazing, kind, and loving soul. Thank you.
Thanks Jules. Dad was all that & more. I was soo lucky to be his son. Hugs & comfort right back at you and yours.
cancer patient feels
disease touching family, too
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Thank you, Gail. I know you know. xox
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For me, too!
I texted your phone
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Maybe I texted Jeff?
Yes! I just see it now! Thank you so much Claudette. :) xoxo
I've appreciated your "sneak peaks" into your new book - they are filled with honest emotion, which I connect with you on... Wishing you all the best in 2024...
Thank you so much Jack for letting me know. Wishing you and yours the same in 2024.
I am so glad you reached out to God. He is the only one who can truly help us. I keep both of you in prayers every day, Jeff for healing and you for strength! I wouldn't be here if it wasn't for my God! Hugs!!!
Thank you Faith! Your prayers are much appreciated and welcomed. I pray for your spiritual strength and grace as you embrace this next decade. xoxo Love you.
So beautiful and wise, Julie. I will keep Jeff in my prayers. xo
Thank you so much Tracy. We truly appreciate this. xox
Oh Julie, how hard that was! Praise God that you remembered to turn to Him!
I fell into that kind of thinking lots when my father was doing hospice at home. Also as a parent and teacher. I think we need to daily give our loved ones to God, because so many times I will wake up holding onto responsibilities that I already have given to God yesterday!
Oh Claudette! Thank you for sharing this. I'm glad to know I'm not alone in this. Praise God indeed! xoxo It was wonderful to see you yesterday. :)
Thank you Julie for your powerful, insightful post this morning. With the combined forces of this approaching Christmas Day and your words, various songs and verse are roaming my brain.
“Praise God from whom all blessings flow
Praise him all creatures here below”
I’m looking forward to your book-in-progress, especially after today’s post.
Thank you so much Gary for reading and for the song. I recall singing that each Sunday as a child in church. Have a wonderful Wednesday. :)