Comments on: Thank you Dad

By: Marie

Marie — Mon, 12 May 2008 17:59:12 +0000

What a great story!! I have farming in my blood…I grew up on a dairy farm, I owned/operated a veg/herb/flower farm before it all crumbled in divorce…but anyway..I love it and would love to return it again someday….probably the reason why I frequent your blog!*L* Anyway…it’s beautiful, and thank you for sharing.
Marie in Vermont

By: linda t

linda t — Tue, 06 May 2008 16:56:11 +0000

You are delightful!
What a lovely post! Warmed my heart.
I have many more posts to read of yours, but so far we have much in common. I felt a connection to you right away.
I grew up on a dairy farm in WI… and raised my family in Phoenix, AZ. But we go back to the farm every year.
I am thrilled to have found your blog!

By: The Chocolate Cat

The Chocolate Cat — Mon, 05 May 2008 23:47:48 +0000

Wow! What a lot to think about. Thank you.

By: Ellen

Ellen — Mon, 05 May 2008 17:32:14 +0000

Your words are very encouraging. Thank you.

By: Julie

Julie — Sun, 04 May 2008 16:12:51 +0000

Love your pears. Love mine more. (Hee!) Happy Anniversary, you old farmgirl!

By: Susan H.

Susan H. — Sun, 04 May 2008 14:45:04 +0000

What beautiful thoughts and gentle reminders to start the day with Firefly! Thank you!
Wishing you Happy Anniversary!

By: Beth

Beth — Sun, 04 May 2008 05:50:30 +0000

Happy anniversary! Thank you for sharing your world with us. Your blog is the little “golden nugget” that I look forward to when my week has been crazy.
Great advice from Dad. Breathing new life into things is what I love to do best. Old sweaters become recycled items for charity, or old clothes become rugs, old dresses become new skirts,etc. (reuse-recycle-renew). This even gives me a new perspective on Homeschooling. Maybe I will try something new on Monday. A nature walk perhaps. Thank you. Blessings, to you and yours.

By: Kim

Kim — Fri, 02 May 2008 15:36:46 +0000

What a blessing to have a dad with such wisdom and a spirit within yourself to listen and receive his words with such open heartedness. Where so many would have balked and whined you chose to embrace his suggestions and take a chance. How often do we lose in life because we choose to give up but you won!! Most of our happiness comes from our attitudes and not just our situation. Thank you for that reminder!
Thank you for your insights and stories which always bless me. Your pictures are wonderful too. ~kim

By: Katherine

Katherine — Fri, 02 May 2008 03:09:27 +0000

Happy anniversary! You are not only blessed, you are a blessing to many others. Thank you for sharing your story of your Father. I too had a Father who taught me to think for myself, to weigh everything I read and heard and see how it fit into my life. You are so right–we don’t have to give in to a world that is topsy-turvy at times. We build our own firm foundation. Bless you!

By: Carol L

Carol L — Thu, 01 May 2008 18:26:34 +0000

You are so “right on” with this post. It touches on so many levels and aspects of our lives. When I start feeling sorry for myself especially when budget is concerned I start with (this may sound silly) my drawers and closet. I go thru,try on, sew buttons, make repairs,wash,iron,etc. Then I donate what no longer fits to our local thrift store. As I go thru the rest of the house doing the same, I realize just how much I do have, probably much more than I really need. Works with the drawers and closets in your mind too. Thanks again for the timely post!