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Comment by kim ann on October 31, 2009 at 11:44pm
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Yes, Victoria, we all want to stay tuned in! Best wishes in the new future that awaits you! I can't say I envy the moving part itself, but is a wonderful way to start afresh! Your a fantastic lady, and I know that you will soon have a great exciting life ahead. We will keep praying!
Valerie, just know that the prayers are still being said there for you, too. Your time surely will soon come where all will be but a past, the new day dawning of utter joy.
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No problem! Prayers-can do!
Victoria, sure do hope you land that 'made for you' job very soon, surely it is in the wings of time, all in due time, I only know too well. I can understand your concern about JJ hanging with some old friends. But, I can bet he has gained some maturity while in the Navy, and will carry that through with him. May not even come at a surprise soon, when he realizes the interests have now changed a bit between all them.
Valerie, it is never wrong to take the time to 'chill' for yourself, focusing in and gaining the insight to make some good decisions. The appropriate answers arent always easy, nor right there. Sometimes we do need a breather from the situation so the answer can come! Positive thinking is a very powerful tool! We can really "wish" our way into many a thing!
Keep it up girls! Your doing a fantastic job!
I'm with you hippmom, I keep praying for all us VG girls!
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Victoria, if you cannot come to share with those who have been through some similiar situations, then what good are we?! I try to be a friend when needed, remain as non-judgemental as He keeps me, be as humble as possible, and give what I can. It has always come at a price, but the price is repaid more than two-fold! It is a blessing that restores the soul! Oh yes, prayers are so much more powerful than anyone knows! And the more of them sent up on angel's wings, the more musical the sound when it reaches Him! So please don't feel you have to leave us just yet, perhaps He has meant for you to come back, let us minister unto you in this dark hour, so that when your light shines/returns, you can pay it back for someone else in need! I see He has already begun a work in you, by bringing several interviews your way! Perhaps one close to home is still in the wings, we never know the ways He paves the road!
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I have learned long ago, that He above knows when one is weak, there are brethren that are in the midst of their times of being strong to help out. So, you ladies just go on, lean on us, and know that we are pulling, praying and thinking of you, your situation, and families. Sometimes, too, it is alright to have a little pity party for ourselves. Just as long as we dont get too wrapped up in it nor let it go on too long. It typically will show something to us, like a solution to a problem perhaps. I have always found that when I am in it, He shows me many others that are worse than I by far, and snaps me out of it. I am then so Thankful for all He's given me, and why I could ever be glum! In those thoughts...it is the true friends that are always there for you. So lean on, cry on, and share on. We've the shoulders and ears for you!
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Well, not been on for a spell-work and vacation...sure don't go well together, like oil and vinegar! But wanted to check in on my dear pals here! Been quiet, so noisy me is ready to get this started again! Ha. Guess if so quiet, means that all are doing well! Hope your weather is much warmer and nicer than that of back here in the middle of the country! It has been yucky all month so far. Sure hope this is not meaning a LONG winter....
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Sometimes, I think the only thing they are gaining is "age", but I also learnt long ago to not wish "time to hurry up " ....! I know someday they will surprise me and start to mature at a faster rate than they do now, and then I will almost (yes, I stress almost) forget my impatience at waiting for them to catch up, and act like the adult they should be, and mentally "grow" into their body size! Annette, they definately were our sons/daughters first, foremost, and always!! That sure won't change will it?! Just like our worrying over them! Siobhan, will be thinking and praying for ya. Sounds like some tough decisions were made, and just when you mentally prepare yourself for one direction, it switches on you. We're there for ya. You all have a great week too.....
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I agree with you ladies! I don't think they need to know where we gather our info...and what surprises me is that sometimes they come and ask ME what something is, or where they should go to get this done, etc! Guess we are always gonna be the ones they need some advice from! It is just that they have to think it is THEIR idea of when to come running! Funny how we have to work our Mommy Magic sometimes, huh?!!
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I agree, the pier is definately large enough to hold everyone, and still be out of others way! I think I would sneak on there, and 'hang out'! (Course I also have not had the occasion to come up to keep me back yet! And pray I never do!!)
I may not of had the opportunity to go aboard, but I did get to view the VG, only a few short piers down from my homecomer! It was awesome, so glad I could go on short notice. t was so neat to watch my two talk non-stop, all "shop" too, mind you! Comparison notes, and stories of being out at sea! Actually, I learned alot more! Lol! Thanks everyone for your thoughts! I would love to be closer, and go to all the opportunities that are there....
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One son just returned to port yesterday! What an awesome welcoming home! Even tho was turned away at the gate from attending the night before party even after traveling 1000 miles, because I had to rent a car, and naturally could not give them the license plate number ahead of time. But, I would MUCH rather keep all our sailors safe than to let just anyone in with a story. The rain may have drenched the earth the day of homecoming, but it did not the spirit! My VG son was able to come and join me before my other son got off his ship.And what an incredible homecoming for all of us! One graduating a specialized schooling, and one coming in on the same day, same time! What a whirlwind weekend!
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Glad he has come to seek the wise advice of momma, Victoria! Hope all goes well there?
I know, and agree Valerie. Love knows no distance, like a mom and her children. It is just hard to sometimes "share" I think. ( Only speaking for myself). I have not yet had to go that direction of sharing them with their mate (I know how much I lose!), but I sure do know it is coming one day. I have had to learn to share now, them and learning/trying out their independence.
And Hippmom, you really hit on it, I can remember it was YEARS of thinking of 'when are they ever going to grow up!' and then turned around and out the door with Navy packs in tow! It was slow going until they turned about 12, but after that, it sure flew by! A quiet house IS bittersweet. At times, it drives you crazy with the silence, and other times I embrace it!
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