tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-188622209099174931.post4358293425546416526..comments2023-10-04T08:12:53.842-05:00Comments on Welcome To My World: " It's One of THOSE Years "Dianahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11429812875586479256noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-188622209099174931.post-47996863289759382122009-12-31T16:35:59.852-06:002009-12-31T16:35:59.852-06:00OK my friend....New beginnings, New chapter in you...OK my friend....New beginnings, New chapter in your life, beautiful new look on your blog, life is good isn't it! You bring smiles and laughter to so many people and we are looking forward to your sweet fun post in the New Year. Have a SAFE and Happy one tonight! love and hugs...Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02274892067256359414noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-188622209099174931.post-1757314767225920652009-12-31T12:22:46.932-06:002009-12-31T12:22:46.932-06:00Yes, Di, you are so right!!! That IS the important...Yes, Di, you are so right!!! That IS the important thing...You are much in my prayers!!!! Love you, and was so glad to see this post!!! Your nativity is beautiful!!! And I like that your sewing machine belongs on your dining room table! Dearest Di, I pray that your new year is filled with all the peace, comfort and happiness that this world can offer!!! You are in my heart and thoughts!! Love, Janine XOSniffles and Smileshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10073156486641622612noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-188622209099174931.post-32540609776359926742009-12-31T11:55:46.604-06:002009-12-31T11:55:46.604-06:00Hi Di, just wanted to stop by and wish you and you...Hi Di, just wanted to stop by and wish you and your family a Happy New Year! I've enjoyed following your blog this year and getting to know you and I appreciate you following mine! Thanks and hugs to you!Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12462124067637610359noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-188622209099174931.post-7677912943372014502009-12-30T17:27:47.865-06:002009-12-30T17:27:47.865-06:00You did so great for such a tough Christmas, Di an...You did so great for such a tough Christmas, Di and that proves that Christmas really is all about giving and even giving up our sorrows even for a little while to give joy to others! <br /><br />Loved that Santa suit on your little grandson! Wish I could sew!<br /><br />May the Good Lord bless you abundantly with good things, good health and comfort and joy in this New Year, my dear friend! You have been such a source of joy to me, Di!<br /><br />blessings and loving hugs,<br /><br />marcyBlessings each dayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08253526265578804769noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-188622209099174931.post-75643485805511879412009-12-30T16:49:09.787-06:002009-12-30T16:49:09.787-06:00I love the nativety set. Very nice, indeed. I kn...I love the nativety set. Very nice, indeed. I know it does not seem like it, but things will get better each year. God bless you and your family.Garnetrosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09911448607956799034noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-188622209099174931.post-23895201266055680462009-12-30T15:34:52.007-06:002009-12-30T15:34:52.007-06:00Being together IS the most important thing and I&#...Being together IS the most important thing and I'm glad it happened for you.<br /><br />I changed my blog background yesterday not realizing that it was not the same one you have. (I think I even had commented on your beautiful new look.) As soon as I can get a few minutes, I'll change mine to something else. I didn't mean to copy. I just think this is a beautiful pattern.<br /><br />Happy New Year, Diane.Rebeccahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08740950362293427086noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-188622209099174931.post-88642092915597379712009-12-30T14:38:44.435-06:002009-12-30T14:38:44.435-06:00That IS the important thing.
That nativity is to...That IS the important thing. <br /><br />That nativity is totally gorgeous. They are my favorite decorations for Christmas.juleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14388123506344472960noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-188622209099174931.post-38753444987024134742009-12-29T23:03:53.780-06:002009-12-29T23:03:53.780-06:00Hi Di,
I am kind of glad Christmas is over, and if...Hi Di,<br />I am kind of glad Christmas is over, and if I had put up any decorations, I would probably be taking them down right away too...although this was a pretty good Christmas for me, I always have a hard time during the season. It takes a long time to get back to normal after such a loss, and I you need to give yourself all the time you need...you have been on my mind a lot this year! Baby Jack is precious...I bet he can make you smile : ) ((((HUGS and BLESSINGS))) TTeresahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17172951650704356612noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-188622209099174931.post-26760708835531137652009-12-28T22:02:15.676-06:002009-12-28T22:02:15.676-06:00I love the new look here! Beautiful pictures (esp...I love the new look here! Beautiful pictures (especially your sweet grandson! I really love that Father and Son picture!). And I love the Nativity set your Mom gave to you and I also love the doily (I think I remember that you made that yourself, right?)!<br /><br />I've been thinking about you a lot, I know this was a hard Christmas to get through.<br /><br />I'm the same with you as far as the decorations go, some years they stay up until 'Little Christmas' (and some years even longer!), and some years they come down before the New Year!Eileenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13679894230965874631noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-188622209099174931.post-52353907447301016132009-12-28T20:02:19.832-06:002009-12-28T20:02:19.832-06:00Hi Di,
I put my decorations away in Denver this af...Hi Di,<br />I put my decorations away in Denver this afternoon and thoroughly cleaned the house. I actually thought of you as I cleaned and had to smile! I knew you'd be proud of me...<br /><br />You got through a difficult time with the love of your Family, Di - I'm glad your girls were home and your Family could all be together.<br /><br />That red fabric you're working on looks very much like the fabric on my big red reading chair in Breck! <br /><br />Take Care!Barbhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04984171407726520584noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-188622209099174931.post-37292631727987443322009-12-28T18:22:53.790-06:002009-12-28T18:22:53.790-06:00ps. Your embroidered table scarf is lovely~ps. Your embroidered table scarf is lovely~Mariahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11196112590905903539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-188622209099174931.post-55567917055687656592009-12-28T18:22:03.139-06:002009-12-28T18:22:03.139-06:00Yes, family - together, is so very important~
I l...Yes, family - together, is so very important~<br /> I love sewing in the dining room too~ especially for bigger projects. I still feel 'connected' instead of locked up in a room alone (which is nice sometimes too ;o)<br /><br />I've thought of you often, this Christmastime, Diana... still sending you tenderhearted prayers~<br /><br />blessings always ~<br />MariaMariahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11196112590905903539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-188622209099174931.post-75998372791318186562009-12-28T18:12:38.020-06:002009-12-28T18:12:38.020-06:00Being a close family both causes the pain at your ...Being a close family both causes the pain at your mother's death and gives you the support to get through it.<br />Your mother's manger scenes will become more and more treasured as the years go by.Dr.Johnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02752941912945095736noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-188622209099174931.post-1801704399537424732009-12-28T15:01:47.998-06:002009-12-28T15:01:47.998-06:00Hi Di, glad you made it through Christmas. I under...Hi Di, glad you made it through Christmas. I understand how you feel, my Dad passed in July 1983, but his Birthday was on Christmas Day. It does get better as the Christmases pass. I think it helps to have family around. <br /><br />You take care of you.Bill ~ {The Old Fart}https://www.blogger.com/profile/14257411366459797653noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-188622209099174931.post-24132505705471411252009-12-28T13:38:44.997-06:002009-12-28T13:38:44.997-06:00Thanks Jenny, next year should be better, God will...Thanks Jenny, next year should be better, God willing.<br /> Love DiDianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11429812875586479256noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-188622209099174931.post-31532973237918595612009-12-28T07:52:16.902-06:002009-12-28T07:52:16.902-06:00Some Christmases are meant to be quiet and reflect...Some Christmases are meant to be quiet and reflective. I'm glad you found some joy in the season. Prayers continue for you from AZ as your path through grief continues, Di. Hugs and hope.Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12462124067637610359noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-188622209099174931.post-21105212510926660762009-12-28T06:18:56.325-06:002009-12-28T06:18:56.325-06:00Oh Tranquility, from your mouth to God's ears!...Oh Tranquility, from your mouth to God's ears! I would love a peaceful year. Love DiDianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11429812875586479256noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-188622209099174931.post-212957034203507922009-12-28T06:17:52.039-06:002009-12-28T06:17:52.039-06:00Hi AC,
Yes a tough time indeed. It is very slow go...Hi AC,<br />Yes a tough time indeed. It is very slow going for me. But I am trying to get on with things and you are right, keeping busy does help. A lot.<br /> Love DiDianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11429812875586479256noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-188622209099174931.post-86452435670401978212009-12-28T06:16:14.550-06:002009-12-28T06:16:14.550-06:00Hi Donna,
Thank you for the blessings as I can rea...Hi Donna,<br />Thank you for the blessings as I can really use them right now. Things are getting easier at times but still having that disbelief feeling.<br />I will post Jacks quilt when it's done. It will be a while though as all I've done is cut some squares! Once the decorations are put up I can get back into it.<br /> Love DiDianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11429812875586479256noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-188622209099174931.post-33843554470582582352009-12-28T06:12:57.893-06:002009-12-28T06:12:57.893-06:00Hi Bernie,
I am glad that your home safely. And ho...Hi Bernie,<br />I am glad that your home safely. And hope that you had a wonderful time with the family. I do understand about the body. I had to use a wheelchair at wal-mart last week as my arthritis is HORRIBLE. Very hard to walk. I am going to work out today and other days this week to see if it will help. I could use it anyway! I am glad that you enjoyed my families performance! Everyone got a kick out of it! Love DiDianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11429812875586479256noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-188622209099174931.post-38451058418085755242009-12-28T06:09:01.475-06:002009-12-28T06:09:01.475-06:00Hi Gail,
I am trying to get back into my life. I a...Hi Gail,<br />I am trying to get back into my life. I am going to go and work out today and work at church. It's just been a little difficult being around people but I am feeling stronger now and if I break down and cry, so be it. Right? Love DiDianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11429812875586479256noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-188622209099174931.post-73119446716080299692009-12-28T06:06:44.266-06:002009-12-28T06:06:44.266-06:00Hi Wanda,
I love the Christmas scarf too. It's...Hi Wanda,<br />I love the Christmas scarf too. It's actually for a mantel, which I have used it for in the past but it just goes better in the dining room. I ordered it years and years ago. I don't even remember where I ordered it from now! Love DiDianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11429812875586479256noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-188622209099174931.post-81038455744058282232009-12-28T06:04:22.813-06:002009-12-28T06:04:22.813-06:00Hi Jackie,
I will take the extra hug as I think it...Hi Jackie,<br />I will take the extra hug as I think it's going to take me a few day's to pack all of this stuff up! I am not a great seamstress but I can follow a pattern. The quilt is fun because I don't have to follow a pattern!<br /> Love DiDianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11429812875586479256noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-188622209099174931.post-13148257270554115972009-12-28T06:01:38.898-06:002009-12-28T06:01:38.898-06:00Hi Terrie,
See we have more in common than you kne...Hi Terrie,<br />See we have more in common than you knew! And I am glad that your business is doing so well but hope that next Christmas you will be able to enjoy the special time a little more.<br /> Love DiDianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11429812875586479256noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-188622209099174931.post-40906524610357497862009-12-28T05:42:07.817-06:002009-12-28T05:42:07.817-06:00I am glad you had a peaceful Christmas. The nativi...I am glad you had a peaceful Christmas. The nativity decorations are so beautiful! And so is your picture sowing away :) I hope the coming New Year is full of love, happiness, good health and cheer for you :)Tranquility Speakshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11973619033004372917noreply@blogger.com