tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24415762.post205574295510897912..comments2023-11-05T02:13:37.607-06:00Comments on lemmondrops: friday ramblingsEmiliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18186651382354924497noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24415762.post-67864145796379513882008-09-23T20:16:00.000-05:002008-09-23T20:16:00.000-05:00I read Cardinal Bernardin's book man when it was f...I read Cardinal Bernardin's book man when it was first published, and have revisited the wisdom in those pages many times since.<BR/><BR/>I live with MS, a chronic illness with many possible outcomes. So far, my life with MS has been much better than I, or anyone else, had expected.I often remind myself that each day is a gift,and that good health is not promised to me. I am happy with less than most people, and I take delight in simple things like a painfree hour.<BR/><BR/>Thanks for sharing your journey.Catherine Hennesseyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02234246925595228651noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24415762.post-31384892804586664122008-09-22T16:59:00.000-05:002008-09-22T16:59:00.000-05:00Chemo last Thursday wiped me out, too. I slept mos...Chemo last Thursday wiped me out, too. I slept most of the weekend and fear I have missed the peak of our Indian Summer, but I am finding some excitement at Fall's approach. Crisp air. Change. Transition with the promise of new life to follow a period of rest. As I get ready for radiation this feels somehow fitting.<BR/><BR/>I'm glad you are finding resonance in the reflections of others who have been on paths like ours. I do, too. It doesn't give us certainty. We don't have that without cancer. But it can help us keep our footing when that uncertainty, and the dread that sometimes comes hard behind it, threaten our balance.<BR/><BR/>Each day as it comes. Strength and courage to you. You're writing bolsters ours. Thank you.<BR/><BR/>-RafaelAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15357840372851254801noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24415762.post-72906907514550929032008-09-22T06:38:00.000-05:002008-09-22T06:38:00.000-05:00Beautiful post. Thinking of you while smelling our...Beautiful post. Thinking of you while smelling our lavender in the backyard. Hope you are feeling better.Amyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03703659795317717597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24415762.post-84884022492096073992008-09-21T20:34:00.000-05:002008-09-21T20:34:00.000-05:00Emilie, what a great article in the Catholic Spiri...Emilie, what a great article in the Catholic Spirit this week!! (sorry about the stroller though) I was just dwelling on the issue of material things and then I read your article...thank you.<BR/><BR/>Your flowers are beautiful and I hope bring you joy as you reflect on life. <BR/><BR/>I read your recent post and as far as the comment relating to eternal life.....have you ever read "90 minutes in Heaven" by Don Piper? It is amazing and a very uplifting story. It may add some insight on this very topic.<BR/><BR/>I hope your fluish feelings go away soon. God bless!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24415762.post-70886896973900183272008-09-20T13:45:00.000-05:002008-09-20T13:45:00.000-05:00Emilieyou are so strong, as stated above, You may ...Emilie<BR/>you are so strong, as stated above, You may have moments when you think otherwise, but all you've gone thru and all you've done so far, is amazing. I am sitting her in tears reading this about you, but I can feel how you are moving more towards a place of peace. I"m glad this book came at the right time. Hugs. <BR/>your garden is beautifulSoupyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01471265907902423021noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24415762.post-85353263058200864372008-09-20T10:32:00.000-05:002008-09-20T10:32:00.000-05:00During times when it's possible your friends may f...During times when it's possible your friends may fail to find the comforting words that they so long to give you, I am glad you found this book to give you that sense of direction and support. You are very strong.Ahuva Batyahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17432567017520114856noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24415762.post-87668213399663919542008-09-20T08:11:00.000-05:002008-09-20T08:11:00.000-05:00Wonderful. I know that I often find comfort in th...Wonderful. I know that I often find comfort in the words of others who have gone before. <BR/><BR/>This is my favorite time of year, too.<BR/><BR/>-MeganMegan Thomashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04062727932024549681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24415762.post-38289765736540692502008-09-20T05:46:00.000-05:002008-09-20T05:46:00.000-05:00Your blog inspires me to be and do better. I have ...Your blog inspires me to be and do better.<BR/> I have ordered the books you referenced today to read. <BR/>What strikes me is that you are surrounded by love, your husband, children and extended family. May that love continue to sustain you.<BR/>xxxAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24415762.post-59103122215402740692008-09-20T01:30:00.000-05:002008-09-20T01:30:00.000-05:00Thank you for sharing all these wonderful thoughts...Thank you for sharing all these wonderful thoughts. You are amazing! I'm so glad to be back in touch with you. You have so much to share and teach.Hesses Madhousehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17988796143736645049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24415762.post-1906528339195119392008-09-19T20:49:00.000-05:002008-09-19T20:49:00.000-05:00I'm glad you enjoyed that book and I hope you cont...I'm glad you enjoyed that book and I hope you continue to find peace and joy. You have a beautiful family and you are a very strong and beautiful soul. Thank you for sharing your journey with us - your reality, your fears, your darling boys, and your faith.Soapchickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13899175649394809612noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24415762.post-51533812962480803092008-09-19T19:06:00.000-05:002008-09-19T19:06:00.000-05:00The weather *has* been fabulous, and I'm glad you'...The weather *has* been fabulous, and I'm glad you've been able to enjoy it a bit. You and your family continue to be in my thoughts.Mollyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07247660360192041412noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24415762.post-73225928113138285062008-09-19T18:49:00.000-05:002008-09-19T18:49:00.000-05:00Actually, I have a book of reflections by Henri No...Actually, I have a book of reflections by Henri Nouwen. I bought it shortly after heart surgery; Mom helped pick it out.<BR/><BR/>Thank you for sharing this with us. I didn't realize Ellen had sent the book Cardinal Bernardin.<BR/><BR/>Thank you for sharing what the doctor told you last April. You have a good way of saying things when you're ready.<BR/><BR/>- SusanneAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24415762.post-12067374784142857122008-09-19T17:13:00.000-05:002008-09-19T17:13:00.000-05:00I truly enjoy your blog. I love to hear about you...I truly enjoy your blog. I love to hear about your family, and how you deal with your diagnosis. I think you are a wonderful and courageous woman, and I look to your website daily for updates. Thank you for sharing your life with us! LauraAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com