tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11521343.comments2023-08-16T03:37:23.275-04:00Naked on RollerskatesUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger514125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11521343.post-10493866571863344422019-05-24T19:18:57.914-04:002019-05-24T19:18:57.914-04:00Don't blame you, Nancy, my friend. I seldom pa...Don't blame you, Nancy, my friend. I seldom patronize Wal-Mart. I'm not smiling an upbeat smile and handing you a lipstick. I'm mad as h-ll that this thing hit you. I never thought of myself as any kind of poet until I was in your class at Wildacres, what? surely not fifteen years ago. But it was. During the critique session, you said when you read my class submission you knew I was a poet. Well, I'm still not much of one, I dabble in it. But my main writing is mystery, as was yours. I hope you get back to it. My life's been a little bit of a roller coaster the last few years, tho not like yours. My husband died after lingering 3 years after a stroke. Daughter and grandson & family lived with me a while. Both are estranged now. But life goes on. I was going through my bookmarks, deleting those no longer active and came to yours. I used to check it regularly, but after reading about Luther and Max (tearfully) didn't see anymore. I remember you writing about your cabin. I loved it. Stay strong, Nancy. I love you. Am glad your daughter-in-law is okay. Best to both of you. <br />Sylvia NickelsAnonymoushttp://mysterylaneramlbler.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11521343.post-22347350435471081092019-03-20T16:50:06.074-04:002019-03-20T16:50:06.074-04:00Excellent post. They need to see it.Excellent post. They need to see it.Pamnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11521343.post-48012279670602857332019-01-07T16:11:32.016-05:002019-01-07T16:11:32.016-05:00I agree with LBDDiaries. You are a born storytell...I agree with LBDDiaries. You are a born storyteller.Pamnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11521343.post-43218947394982578352018-11-20T22:35:51.625-05:002018-11-20T22:35:51.625-05:00I was wondering if you would write about your stru...I was wondering if you would write about your struggle. I have been checking your blog regularly. Thank you for sharing. I’ll be responding d personally via text.<br /><br />Still love you!<br />SM"Steve Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13665879139044669302noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11521343.post-72171860444043178772018-11-14T11:28:40.926-05:002018-11-14T11:28:40.926-05:00Truly strange world! You need to write a book bec...Truly strange world! You need to write a book because you have a way with words that take us on your journey and let us see and feel as if we’re there.LBDDiarieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12095130599361379113noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11521343.post-2936804398724784002018-10-26T14:33:52.743-04:002018-10-26T14:33:52.743-04:00My mom lost a breast to cancer back in the 70’s wh...My mom lost a breast to cancer back in the 70’s when there were fewer solutions than nowadays and she did die - 52 years later. Not to cancer but to age. She said one thing that kept her going was living wholely and completely, and staying positive, Especially after the five-year mark. That’s what they said, “IF you make it to five years without a recurrence then your prognosis is good.” She had her faith that helped her stay focused (and she was not a naturally positive person); after cancer she grabbed life with both hands and lived... for those 52 more years. She refused to let cancer be a death sentence. I am so glad you are still here!! Oh, and I learned you can use wig glue to help keep your fake boob in place.LBDDiarieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12095130599361379113noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11521343.post-15311292575928986472016-06-18T11:33:10.630-04:002016-06-18T11:33:10.630-04:00And you make me cry. Every single time you write o...And you make me cry. Every single time you write one of your stories - and they are good and you should do a compilation of life them in a book. They are so good and give people a peek into life after life. I wish I'd met Luther!LBDDiarieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12095130599361379113noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11521343.post-30057354883897538352015-12-09T14:45:00.623-05:002015-12-09T14:45:00.623-05:00Thanks, Steve. Bertha was truly a blessing!Thanks, Steve. Bertha was truly a blessing!Nancyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11863349942933224928noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11521343.post-10662803962037585692015-12-08T10:30:05.550-05:002015-12-08T10:30:05.550-05:00This is awesome. I'm sorry that your friend is...This is awesome. I'm sorry that your friend is gone. I know you cared for tremendously. While I read it I was reminded of the conversations you and I had about her from time to time. From the joy on your face, it was evident that she did give a lot to your life. You undoubtedly gave a lot to her simply by visiting her. Isn’t it funny how much we receive by simply giving. Still, this doesn't ease the pain of our hearts when that persons gone. You've been blessed by her friendship. Now we have been blessed by your sharing. Thank you to the both of you.Steve Rhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14187432514404806339noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11521343.post-48218747215585803672015-12-01T18:20:01.841-05:002015-12-01T18:20:01.841-05:00This is so beautifully written Nancy. I got lost i...This is so beautifully written Nancy. I got lost in the imagery and detail, wonderful read!Anna Gentrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11521343.post-14418457761365627652015-11-07T15:56:16.374-05:002015-11-07T15:56:16.374-05:00Exactly- my heart is both broken and filled by the...Exactly- my heart is both broken and filled by these lovely people.Nancyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11863349942933224928noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11521343.post-37770156377669621472015-07-05T19:17:04.182-04:002015-07-05T19:17:04.182-04:00How can I not be? Your writing is addictive!! NanHow can I not be? Your writing is addictive!! NanLBDDiarieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12095130599361379113noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11521343.post-65071386582880911652015-07-05T19:15:46.233-04:002015-07-05T19:15:46.233-04:00How does your heart survive? You are far stronger ...How does your heart survive? You are far stronger than I am. It broke my heart when we pastored in one. I loved and hated it.LBDDiarieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12095130599361379113noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11521343.post-19190940959043699382015-06-15T21:54:45.684-04:002015-06-15T21:54:45.684-04:00Thanks for still being there, LBD!Thanks for still being there, LBD!Nancyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11863349942933224928noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11521343.post-64743228456867679662015-06-15T10:50:28.838-04:002015-06-15T10:50:28.838-04:00Your posts are so descriptive that I feel like I&#...Your posts are so descriptive that I feel like I'm sitting by her bed listening to her. I bet she was a total hoot in her younger years, too. And transitioning is a good word for leaving earth for heaven - moving from one place to another. What an attitude she has. You tell Bertha she is an inspiration to me. Totally. So why does my heart hurt?LBDDiarieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12095130599361379113noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11521343.post-38115394512627965792014-05-14T15:22:19.263-04:002014-05-14T15:22:19.263-04:00Mom passed away in March and dad crashed and burne...Mom passed away in March and dad crashed and burned over it but is finally coming around to being functional again.<br /><br />The entire family is rallying to see to it that he stays in his home as long as it is medically possible. <br /><br />He's in good shape for an old timer so we are hoping for him to have a few more years to discover things about life that he was sheltered from during 65 years of marriage (mom did everything).<br /><br />It's quite the wonder to see him reveal in a realization about life and society that most anyone would take for granted knowledge.<br /><br />I'm truly thankful for kindness and consideration the Hospice workers provide.<br /><br />People with compassionate hearts caring for others is about as selfless a profession that there is.Hughnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11521343.post-80817670874683404072014-04-16T15:06:05.482-04:002014-04-16T15:06:05.482-04:00Thanks,LBD, I hate it all too!Thanks,LBD, I hate it all too!Nancyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11863349942933224928noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11521343.post-78322588079576898542014-04-16T12:56:53.093-04:002014-04-16T12:56:53.093-04:00I hate reading these stories. I love reading these...I hate reading these stories. I love reading these stories. I hate that you work there but you express their stories so clearly. You are their voice. And it hurts. I hate callous workers most of all. You are an amazing writer.LBDDiarieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12095130599361379113noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11521343.post-40965905987988951692014-03-19T15:11:17.068-04:002014-03-19T15:11:17.068-04:00Your posts are an inspiration to read and betray o...Your posts are an inspiration to read and betray one of the most compassionate hearts I’ve ever heard about.Hughnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11521343.post-660541667315705922014-03-19T11:45:29.973-04:002014-03-19T11:45:29.973-04:00Sometimes I can't stand reading these posts be...Sometimes I can't stand reading these posts because they HURT so much. BUT I can't stand not to. It really IS the little things and please tell me there will be some orange in their future? You write so poignantly and while I love it... I don't. Does that make sense? You're tearing my heart out here!LBDDiarieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12095130599361379113noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11521343.post-51751618354575428942014-03-07T12:16:49.537-05:002014-03-07T12:16:49.537-05:00Don't pay attention to Huffington Post because...Don't pay attention to Huffington Post because that is someone's opinion. It really has been established that it takes approximately 28 days to establish a habit, then every day after that you still make a choice each day but it becomes easier (supposedly) after that 28th day. I have trouble making it to the 28th day!! NO CAKE FOR YOU. NO BREAD FOR ME. We can do this. We can, we can, we can!!LBDDiarieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12095130599361379113noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11521343.post-54426958555432167542014-03-05T10:25:17.199-05:002014-03-05T10:25:17.199-05:00Thanks, LBD. Letting go is terribly hard, sometime...Thanks, LBD. Letting go is terribly hard, sometimes on everyone involved...I know I struggle with it. Thanks for your compassion. I love hearing from you.Nancyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11863349942933224928noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11521343.post-25762810581662485642014-03-04T23:59:18.775-05:002014-03-04T23:59:18.775-05:00You don't want to know my opinion of that hosp...You don't want to know my opinion of that hospice nurse. I think ugly would be in there somewhere. Perhaps she deals with death too much and should take a step back if she can't deal with people more compassionately. I do NOT believe it is wrong to hold on to hope until the last minute simply because I've seen way too many last minute miracles. Then again, I wasn't there so... ugh. No wonder you were miserable. And maybe that was what he needed but ugh just ugh. My husband temp pastored in a nursing home for 8 years - some asked for prayer to go on, some asked for prayer to continue living. Both prayers were answered. It is heartbreaking either way.LBDDiarieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12095130599361379113noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11521343.post-84808677945172267032013-12-18T15:09:08.044-05:002013-12-18T15:09:08.044-05:00How powerful. It certainly makes one look around a...How powerful. It certainly makes one look around and be and STAY grateful to what we have. You tell Freddy hello from a reader!LBDDiarieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12095130599361379113noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11521343.post-12030370425985675112013-11-25T18:14:17.510-05:002013-11-25T18:14:17.510-05:00Hey Sarah, When you shoot the string up over the b...Hey Sarah, When you shoot the string up over the branch you then tie it to the light ball and plug the ball into an extension cord. Once you haul the light up, the string is still dangling down. Tie it to a tree or other secure thing to keep the light ball up in the tree. When it's time to take the balls down, you simply untie the string from it's post or tree trunk and gently lower the ball. It's a lot like lowering the sail on a sailboat. Try it! Nancyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11863349942933224928noreply@blogger.com