Tuesday, March 24, 2009

~~ Life is Like a Box of Chocolates ~~




It's the dawning of a new month, time to get back to the world of blogging. I know it's been a while since I've posted. I hope you've missed me as much as I've missed you. With each email and phone call you've all touched my heart and brought tears to my eyes. The out pouring of love and kindness has been overwhelming. There has been so much going on around here I felt drawn into myself and not real comfortable sharing. Yes, I've been in quite the funk..trying to adjust to coming changes. These past few weeks have been a challenge for us - - one we're still trying to get our heads around. When I'm more comfortable talking about it I'll share those with you my friends. But for now ----
Remember the movie Forest Gump? One of my favorite lines was given to him by his mother --
"Life is Like a Box of Chocolates You Never Know What You're Going To Get". That pretty well describes things around here. Each day is a new day, one with many changes and challenges one I find I'm facing alone. I know there are others facing other challenges and my thoughts and prayers go out to you. So.. girls the energizer bunny is back. I'll try to post as often as I can, I can't wait to get around to visit all of you. hugs ~lynne~

41 comments:

susan said...

So glad you're back. You were missed!! I pray that God gives you exactly what you need day by day. Hugs!

Happy To Be/ Gl♥ria said...

OH MY THERE IS A GOD....She's back tell the world and stop the presses...Oh Girl you have no idea how happy I was to see you post again dear friend...Did I ever tell you how much I love ya sis?? Well I do!! YAHOO!! oh girl I am doing my Irish jig now and even slapping my leg I am so Happy to see you...Lynne this just brings me to tears right now...prayers coming your way dear friend..and a BIG HUG to you...hugs and smiles Gl♥ria

Happy To Be/ Gl♥ria said...

Oh did I tell you I love ya girl??

janet said...

oh lynne it is so good to see you back, i think i somewhat understand what you are going through as i too have a hubby that isnt well right now. I describe it as being on a rollercoaster that doesnt stop to let you off. I have turned to blogging as my get away and hopefully for the bits that you are able to visit you too will find some little peice of mind. I realize i have not met you in real life but i just know you are a sweet kind caring person and im thrilled to see you writing on your blog. Anytime you need an ear, please know im here.
gentle cyber hugs and smiles
janet

Linda (Nina's Nest) said...

So glad you are back! Linda

Blondie's Journal said...

Lynne,

I am so grateful to hear from you again. I have thought of you often and I am sending many prayers and hugs off to you.

The best advice I ever heard when I was going through some very troubled waters was "...just keep putting one foot in front of the other". Somehow that truly kept me moving.

I will be tthinking of you sweetie.

xoxo
Jane

Melissa Miller said...

LYNNE!!!! Oh my goodness dear friend I have missed you so much!
I have thought of you often and prayed. I do hope your hubby is doing well. You too.
Let us know when you feel the time is right.
We are always here for you and we all care deeply.

Take Care,
~Melissa

Marty@A Stroll Thru Life said...

What a blessing to hear from you. I am so glad you're back. My thought and prayers will be with you. Hugs, Marty

Salmagundi said...

So glad to see a new post from you. I have been thinking of you and praying for the well being of you and your husband. Times must be very difficult for you right now. Have faith that everything will turn out for the best!! Come back to blogland when you can. Sally

Confessions of a Plate Addict said...

Oh Lynne!! I missed you and I'm sooo glad to hear from you! I'm sorry you've had a rough period. I remember at one point in my life just telling myself...all you have to do is make it through the next hour...that's all. And that was about all I could do...but an hour is doable. Just know that you aren't really alone...we are all here praying with and for you while you sort things out. We will be happy to see you whenever you can visit with us!! Hugs to you, my friend...Debbie

Kathy's Red Door Welcome said...

Glad you back.

Happy To Be/ Gl♥ria said...

Oh Lynne thanks for taking the time to come and say HI...you know I just love ya girl..sending you the BIGGEST HUG I can send...May God embrace you dear friend and keep you and your family safe...hugs and smiles Gl♥ria ps you know I am always here for you!!

Kat said...

Lynne, I'm so glad to hear from you! My thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this difficult chapter, but know that we are all thinking of you and are so glad that you are back. Hugs, Kathy

Glenda/MidSouth said...

Great to see you back Lynne. Please take care of yourself, and yours. You have been missed - but your life and family is more important than posting here.
Glenda

Susan (Between Naps On The Porch.net) said...

Hi Lynne...glad to see a post from you! As you can tell, you were missed around here! :-) Susan

Four Paws and Co said...

Whooo hooo! I was so excited to see a post from you! Hang in there my friend - I'm sending you a great big virtual hug!!! ♥ Diane

Cindy (Applestone Cottage) said...

Hi Lynne,
So glad your back I missed visiting with you. Love the chocolate plate. Cindy

Rue said...

I'm so glad you posted again Lynn! I'm still praying for you both....

(((hugs)))
rue

Kris said...

Lynne,

It's so good to see you back. I'll keep you in my prayers and I look forward to reading more of your post.

Have a happy day

Kris

Bo said...

Hi Lynne...It is a comfort to know you are still out there in Blogland...it isn't the same here without you. Whatever your needs are, I am praying for God to fulfill them all beyond your greatest expectations! Sending you cyber (((hugs))), Bo

9405018--Pat said...

Hi Lynne, So glad to see a new post from you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family...Hang in there ...Pat H

Anonymous said...

Oh Lynne,you have been so very missed.We all love you,miss you ,and wish the very best for you.We all will be saying prayers for you and your dh.I love you Lynne,please feel this bog ole cyber hug and kiss i am sending you...ann

Barbara Jean said...

Lynne,
I AM SO GLAD YOU ARE BACK!!

I have missed you girl.

Yes, life has some hard bumps, and i know what you mean about not wanting to spot while you feel a bit out of it.
I took a week off for the same reason.

But you are back!! And we are celebrating!!!
And we love you, and want to be there for you.

Let your world of blogging friends know if we can help in any way!!

Bless you my friend,
Barbara Jean

Chari at Happy To Design said...

Dearest friend...

Girl, I was just over at Barb's and seen that you had left a comment...I came a runnin' right over!!! My little heart is just a goin' "pitter-patter" right now...I've missed you soooo much! And I've been so concerned...worried...and really holding ya'll up in my prayers!!! I know that you've had so much going on in your life...but it was just such a relief to see you out and about!!! Love ya honey!!!

Just know that you're always in my heart and prayers...
Love ya,
Chari

Anne Marie said...

what an adorable blogger header!!
the bunny is just what I'm trying to find now :)

xinex said...

Welcome back, Lynne! I sure missd ya and I was just praying that you're all ok, so you don't know how relieved I am to hear from you...Christine

Terrie's Lil' Piece of Serenity said...

Lynne, You have no idea how much I've missed you! I know it's going to take awhile to make your rounds and catch up. But, I can't wait to hear from you!
xoxoxo Terrie

Melissa Miller said...

Still thinking of you...
I'mt very glad you came by.

Have a blessed evening my friend.
~Melissa

Pat@Back Porch Musings said...

Hello Lynne
I kept trying to get to this post and was unable to open it or it wouldn't open, for some reason. I've had you in my thoughts and prayers. Worried about you!

Bargain Decorating with Laurie said...

Lynne, I am absolutely thrilled to see you back. I want you to know that you and yours have been in my daily prayers, and will continue to be. I'm so sad to hear that you are having difficulties, and I pray that all will be better soon. Love ya, laurie

fitty's pinky rose cottage said...

glad you are back! take care! lookforward to read more post from you.. have a good day, take care..

Wsprsweetly Of Cottages said...

As you can see, you are very loved by all who have come to know you on here. I have met more warm and kind women on here than I have met in my entire lifetime..and that's saying something! And Lynne, you are one of the dearest of all! Whatever it is that has you upset I hope and pray it goes away..soon.
I said something to me once..so I knew...
A big hug and much love to you my friend. Everyone is here for you.
Mona

Happy To Be/ Gl♥ria said...

Gm Dear Friend...just leaving to go to church yard sale..but needed to stop by real quick and tell you Hi and that I love ya sis...Your the best of the best..Please go about your day knowing someone in Ca. loves ya..hugs and smiles dear friend...Gl♥ria

Gone said...

Lynne,

So glad you're back!! I've missed you! (I've been on HIATUS and that will continue for a while longer)

I'm adding you to our Prayer List on our Blog, dear!! We'll be praying!

HUGS!!

:-)

Cindy J. said...

Lynne dear hang in there.. many prayers going your way. I was so glad to see this post, I was really worried about you.. Take care. Love, Cindy

Dolores said...

How true the comment from Forest Gump's mother........

You and your family are in my prayers!
Dolores

~CC Catherine said...

Sweet Ms. Lynn, I too used this phrase on another blog that I pen at a time when I felt my life was in quicksand., that phrase does seem to encompass truth, from all directions. My prayer is that each day you look to see where God is helping you...sometimes the muck and yuck of our circumstances are so heavy that we can't see him., I know you are a woman of faith...and I am too. I've been in places at times where the weight can be so heavy that it's tough to find him...my prayer is that when and if that happens to you, I pray and know HE will persevere and HE will make himself known as He whispers in your ear...or blows a sweet fragrance across your path, may you know it is from the "I Am"! You are loved, be blessed..and know that many miss you...we'd wait for ions till you come back and post! That's what friends are for...to wait in the wings for those that need space! Hugs and kisses! ~CC Catherine from "Catherine de th`e Cups"

Beth at Aunties said...

Lynne,
You have been very missed. I am so sorry you have had a hard time and pray things just get better.
It is amzing the trials we all face in this life. Some seem to have many more than others, thats when friends step in and help take the burdens off if even for a moment. I pray you can feel the spirit of Lord working miracles in your life. He loves you!
Bless your sweet heart!

Hugs, Beth

Miss Janice said...

So glad that you are back and hoping that things will be better for you and your family real soon!

Pam said...

Welcome back Lynne. You are in my prayers. Take care! (pam25)

Chari at Happy To Design said...

Hello Dearheart...

Just thinking about you and wanted to come by to say hello!!! Hope that all is going well at your place! Do ya'll have special plans for Easter? We're traveling up to the kid's place...will be going to church with them Easter Sunday...they are going to be baptized! We're so excited for them and so pleased that they've made this decision...it'll be a pretty special day for all of us!

Well darlin'...sending you and your family all my very best wishes and blessings for a wonderful Easter!!!

Love ya honey,
Chari