How do I start this?
I’ve not written a heart post since December. Because…well, 2016 has already been full.
Full of intense moments.
Since moment is my one-word for the year, I shouldn’t be surprised.
But I am surprised at the lesson I’m learning about my one-word.
First our daughter Emma and 5 year old granddaughter Lucy Jean have moved back into our downstairs apartment. She’s leaving behind a horrible relationship (and horrible is the kindest word I can use here).
She’s making a new start and Mike and I are honored to be able to help in the healing process.
This situation has been full of moments of anger that flirted with hate as I looked back and understood what was happening. There have been overwhelming sad moments of wishing I’d seen past my anger with Emma’s choices to the pain she was going through.
And moments of letting go and forgiveness as I choose to stay in the current moment. 
Right in the middle of this, all the girls in the family got to go to Disney. God’s timing I think…
Have you guys been to Disney?
It’s a perfect little world tucked away from reality.
Moments here were full too…full laughter and respite…as long as I stayed in the moment I was standing in, there was grace.
Looking back or looking forward upended me. But standing firm in my current moment-well, that’s where the grace was…
But the grace was tested and nearly forgotten when we got back from Disney. The day after our return, we lost our pup Ollie. I can hardly talk about this, but I’ll say we knew he was declining and it wasn’t entirely unexpected.
More full moments…full of grief and missing our boy.
And after struggling with pain in my abdomen for months, I had some tests run at the end of January.
Again, as long as I stayed in the present moment and didn’t borrow worry from the future I walked in grace.
(the tests came back mostly good, just small issues)
And that brings me to this past Monday.
I started the day making over our guest room. Slapping paint colors all over the walls, moving furniture out, filling holes…then at the end of the day, I took a shower and was getting ready for Mike to come home and stepped on a little ottoman in my closet, reaching for a too-high shelf…
The ottoman tipped on it’s side and I came down, ribs first, on the edge.
Long story short…I hate to go to the doctor. Hate it. And already 2016 had me going to doctors and having more tests than I want to have in 5 years…but honestly, no kidding, I thought I was dying.
So off we went to our local ER.
We spent hours in the ER with me having excruciating muscle spasms every time I moved. Turns out the CT scan showed I simply bruised my ribs and the chest muscles and they sent me on my not-so-merry way.
I haven’t been able to lie down since then. And I so want to lie down and sleep deep…
With the exception of natural child birth, this has been the most painful thing I’ve ever experienced.
It’s only bruised ribs and muscle spasms. It will pass. But I was supposed to keep 2 granddaughters this week-
And go stay with this dream boat and his big sis all week next week…
Honestly guys, I’m fighting discouragement.
Fighting the feeling of being overwhelmed. And it hurts to cry…so I haven’t been able to have a really cleansing cry.
But I hear it loud and clear this morning…
“Stay right here in this moment. That’s where your grace is. Don’t look back. Don’t look forward. The grace you need is right here. Right now. In this moment.”
So here I am sweet friends. Right here in this moment. Still breathing shallow, nevertheless I’m breathing in grace.
How’s your 2016 so far? xo
Terri says
February 12, 2016 at 12:16 pmOh my goodness…. so much to try and take in in such a short span of time… BUT… absolutely true…. Grace for the moment !!!! I am so glad I read this post …. I soooo needed to hear your encouraging words… right in the middle of your discouragement and pain… you have ENCOURAGED ME!! “Stay right here in this moment” ….. Thank you so much again, and praying the Lord would touch you in a special way!!!
Robin says
February 12, 2016 at 1:34 pmTerri, sending love my friend and you’re encouraging to me xo
Kay says
February 13, 2016 at 11:45 amOh my I could have written so much of this myself!!! Life is SO hard but thankfully our God is SO good! I say day by day but now I will say moment by moment! (((HUGS)))
Vicky says
February 12, 2016 at 12:18 pmOh honey, I feel you in all of this “Hard grace,” you are going through. I’m so sorry for your pain and discomfort! It takes such a long time to really heal from falls that bruise us deeply. To not be able to sleep has to be so hard as well! I am saying extra prayers for recovery to descend upon you with complete healing and a return to your sweet self. Am so sorry to hear of Ollie, too. Precious Emma and Lucy are in the best possible place and I know her ability to persevere- she will get through this too. Sending so much love and prayers to you! Love you so!
Robin says
February 12, 2016 at 1:33 pmVicky, thank you for your love and your prayers…I’m praying for you too my friend xo
Mari says
February 12, 2016 at 12:55 pmDear sweet Robin, my heart aches for your pain..mental and physical. You are correct to stay in the moment. Looking back is hurtful but is also a learning lesson. Looking forward will have its challenges and your spiritual strength will be guided by grace. Rest your body and soul knowing He is there to guide you. Blessings to you and your family. They are safe with you and your husband and with the Lord, our Savior.
Robin says
February 12, 2016 at 1:32 pmMari, thank you my friend…and you’re so right about looking back for lessons. I’m truly learning a lot- trying to write those things in my prayer journal so I don’t forget- sending love xo
Julie Garmon says
February 12, 2016 at 2:26 pmTearing up, as I always do with your Heart Posts. May His Grace continue to fill you in every single moment. No matter what.
I love you. I love you. I love you.
Robin says
February 16, 2016 at 3:06 pmthank you so much J…sending love xo
Sharon Rodman Blazek says
February 12, 2016 at 3:21 pmThey say troubles come in threes, but they don’t say how close together those threes can come. Rejoice in your beautiful family and your beautiful home, and keep smiling, as I know you will. (Supposedly, bruised ribs hurt just as much as broken ones…ugh!)
Robin says
February 29, 2016 at 3:00 pmSharon…I’m just getting back to a near normal schedule which is the reason it’s taken me so long to tell you THANK YOU! I so appreciate you reaching out and encouraging me my friend…it meant/ means so much xo sending love ~
Joyce says
February 12, 2016 at 3:34 pmHello, Robin — This is my first visit. Found you through Julie Garmon 🙂
I am so encouraged by your ability to push through all of these circumstances in order to speak God’s amazing daily grace to encourage your readers! Thank you so much for allowing the message to come through your pain. I haven’t been through any of these things, with the exception of the fall which also bruised me quite a bit but was not as painful as yours.
You are not exaggerating when you say ‘dream boat’ — he’s gorgeous! I hope you are able to enjoy time with your littles. I’ve not been to Disney .. looks like your girls had a fabulous time! God is good, and His grace is abundant and free for the taking.
So nice meeting you.
Robin says
February 29, 2016 at 2:59 pmJoyce…I’m so happy to meet you my new friend…I apologize that it took me so long to reply to your sweet message…I’m just now getting back in the swing of things- thank you for reaching out and encouraging me- sending love xo
Kathy Sawhill says
February 12, 2016 at 3:41 pmPraying for you that healing would flow like warm oil over you and bring you some peace and comfort as you live in these moments. Maybe you receive a rest that will refresh you and give you strength to get thru these moments, and may the joy of the Lord bring you some happy moments!
Robin says
February 29, 2016 at 2:53 pmKathy, I’m so sorry it took me so long to tell you how much your prayer meant / means to me. Thank you from the bottom of my heart my friend- sending love xo
Joni Argo says
February 12, 2016 at 3:43 pmRobin, I completely understand the inability at times to stay in the moment. My mind moves so fast and keeps me distracted from the utterly precious “right now” that we only get once. Your post encouraged me. I will be praying for you my childhood friend and I covet your prayers as well. I will also be praying for Emma and Lucy Jean. It is difficult to see our children/grandchildren struggle but we can see their resilience as they learn to follow their heart. Love, Joni.
Robin says
February 16, 2016 at 3:07 pmJoni, thank you so much for sharing with me today…I will absolutely be praying for you and yours my friend. Sending love xo
Maria says
February 12, 2016 at 4:04 pmPraying for you, Robin…your “light” is still shining!! God bless you…
Robin says
February 29, 2016 at 2:57 pmMaria…thank you so much friend xo
Gina says
February 12, 2016 at 4:34 pmRobin honey, I am so sorry your life seems upside down at the “moment.” Where would we be without His grace to carry us through? I shudder to think. I’m glad you can be there for your daughter and granddaughter (I can’t believe Lucy Jean is 5!! I remember when she was born.) It is so hard to see our children, young or old 😉 go through hard times themselves. We suffer along with them. I know how much you love your dogs and I can relate to the pain of losing a furry companion. I’m sorry you’re in such physical pain too. I hate this for you. I haven’t gone through this, but my husband fell on an icy metal step at work a couple years ago and hit his back (haha, thank goodness he works for a hospital 😉 ) and he was in awful pain. Like you, he just tried to stay still. They told him the tissue surrounding his ribs was inflamed. Sneezing was excruciating. Laughing was painful. Fortunately it happened on a Thursday so he only missed one day of work. Even though I’m not currently going through any of these same things we can all relate to the discouragement so I will leave you with a couple of my favorite verses. Praying for you also!! 🙂 ” fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.” Hebrews 12:2-3
Robin says
February 16, 2016 at 3:10 pmGina, thank you so much for reaching out to me my friend. I so needed to hear your encouraging words…the scripture…oh it’s the key for me: “fixing” my eyes on Jesus. sigh. That’s where the struggle comes in- my attention is so easily taken off of Jesus. Sending love my friend and again, thank you xo
Sue says
February 12, 2016 at 6:13 pmSo sad for you Robin. So, so sorry for the loss of Ollie. I have pups and have lost two, and know your pain.
So glad you are there for your daughter and granddaughter. Hope they are healing.
And, so sorry for your pain. Did they wrap your ribs? Sometimes that helps. Prayers for you and your family.
Robin says
February 16, 2016 at 3:13 pmSue, thank you for your prayers my friend. It’s Tuesday and I’m STILL having to stay sitting up in bed for most of the day…such a frustration. (They wouldn’t wrap my ribs because I’m having trouble taking a deep breath and wrapping them would discourage that- and of course the worry is pneumonia.) Sending love my friend xo
Jennifer Nahrstadt says
February 12, 2016 at 6:17 pmDearest Robin… My heart is heavy for you. It is SO hard to stay in the moment. Matt. 6:34 is solid truth: each day has enough trouble of its own. I understand your fatigue. It’s such effort to keep your brain and heart in check.
So sorry about Ollie. I can understand how it seems like higher and deeper with everything else that’s going on.
Please know that you are being carried by many prayers, and by our Father’s Everlasting Arms (Deut 33:27).
Robin says
February 29, 2016 at 2:57 pmJenn…I’m sorry it’s taken me so crazy long to let you know how much your prayers and encouraging words meant/ mean to me. I actually thought of you and your sweet pup when we lost Ollie- I remembered how you handled your loss with such grace. It helped me somehow to know you had been there. Thank you again…and I’m sending you lots of love my sweet friend xo
Kathy Alexander says
February 12, 2016 at 7:31 pmMy heart breaks with you at the loss of your sweet pup. My prayers are with your daughter. I was in an abusive marriage for 21 years. I finally escaped his control. It was just me and Matthew, my family was in Heaven. God has brought me through so much and He will her. I choose Joy, satan can have no more of my days. Love & prayers to all of you.
Robin says
February 29, 2016 at 2:53 pmKathy….oh honey! I’m so sorry I’m just now responding to your comment- your words dear one…they broke my heart and then gave me hope. You have been through so much and you’re choosing joy. Saying a prayer for you and your girl my friend…for God to continue to provide and bless the both of you. Thank you a million times for reaching out – sending love xo
Elizabeth says
February 13, 2016 at 12:23 amI pray for God’s healing for the hurt your daughter and grandgirlie are going through and for you!
Robin says
February 16, 2016 at 3:14 pmthank you so much Elizabeth..and I’m so enjoying seeing your beautiful new home- sending love ox
Emma says
February 13, 2016 at 5:38 amYou are so right (per usual). God’s Grace really is enough to carry us through the gut-wrenching moment we’re in and if we stay locked on Him, it may just prepare us for the next, inevitable, gut-wrenching moment. There have been a lot of those lately, I know, but I promise you they will become fewer and further between when it comes to me and Lucy. We are more than alright. We are back in His loving arms so you don’t have to worry. Your hard work, your prayer and spiritual warfare on our behalf has not gone unanswered. We are His and He is ours and you can rest easy, my sweet momma. I know life has come at you full force this year, starting with a really scary situation on my end and it’s only snowballed since then. Just know that it’s not in vain because I see you. I watch you. I learn from you. When you’re going through these moments and finding God in every single one, you are setting examples that have made a way for me in my own walk wth God. So, as hard as that may be, as a mom you should be proud. You are my Proverbs 31 Momma and I have learned more than you can comprehend just from watching you walk in Grace every single day. ❤️ Love you! Oh and when can we go back to Disney?
Robin says
February 29, 2016 at 2:55 pmI love you my girl and we’ll def. go back to Disney soon and this time take Dad 🙂 xo
Jane says
February 13, 2016 at 6:47 amDearest Robin, I just saw your post and had tears in my eyes for you. So much at once ! But through it all you encourage with your wise words- stay in the moment. Sending virtual hugs to you, and much love, and many prayers.
Robin says
February 16, 2016 at 3:15 pmJane, thank you for your prayers sweet friend…I almost called you about Ollie. Sigh. So difficult. sending love xo
Holly says
February 13, 2016 at 7:34 amYou are in my thoughts and prayers. My heart goes out to you, your husband and your daughter. My parents had to suffer through the same thoughts and anger for 10 years for my first marriage. I had two little ones. They’re grown now. But back then, I thought if I loved my husband long enough, hard enough, that the good in him would come shining through. It never did. My brother once told me, ‘When you’ve had enough, you will have had enough.’ Never understood what he meant by that until I had had enough and called it quits. After 8 affairs, (I had extremely low self-esteem), I said I wanted a divorce and have only gotten stronger since. I am now happily married and have been for almost 10 years to a man who loves me for whom I really am on the inside as well as the outside. My 19 yr. old daughter who long ago disowned her father, especially when she turned 18, has a sign in her room that says, ‘My Prince Did Come, His Name Is Daddy.’ In her eyes and heart, her stepdad is her real father. Lift your head and heart up, for this too shall pass. Many (((hugs))) heading ya’lls way.
Robin says
February 29, 2016 at 2:51 pmHolly, although it took me too long to tell you, your comment made me cry. thank you so much for sharing your beautiful story of redemption. Sending so much love to you and yours my friend xo
Melissa says
February 13, 2016 at 8:03 amOh dear. Although we have never met, I feel like you are part of my life every day because of your blog. I always get giddy when I receive your new post.
You have such a calmness and sweet character that brings me peace and helps me realize that I need to slow down and enjoy each day. I love how you decorate your home with creativity, love and warmth.
Rest in Him and I send hugs your way.
Melissa
Robin says
February 29, 2016 at 2:49 pmMelissa, I’m so sorry I took so long to reply to your sweet message…you reached out and gave me such encouragement with your words my friend. You truly will never know. Words are so powerful and you use them well…blessings and sending love xo
Just Cats says
February 13, 2016 at 8:03 amDear Robin: I will keep you in my prayers for a physical healing and a healing of your heart with the loss of your Ollie. I understand all too well how that feels. We lost our dear Kane only three months ago and I miss him terribly. Ollie was a lucky dog to have had such love in his life. I hope knowing that will help you heal. Our families are so special to us so I understand your worry. Stay strong and take things a day at a time. Sending a hug from the cold North. Deb
Robin says
February 29, 2016 at 2:48 pmDeb, I’m so sorry about your sweet Kane. Oh honey, it’s just amazing how much we love these sweet pets isn’t it? I’m sorry my reply took so long but I’m just now getting back into the swing of things and I want you to know how very much it means to me that you reached out- sending love xo
Michelle james says
February 13, 2016 at 8:55 amYour words touched me & inspired me more than you could know. I send prayers and positive thoughts your way. I hope 2016 turns into a better year for you. Already your daughter has left a horrible relationship, which is a blessing! Take care! Hugs, Michelle
Robin says
February 16, 2016 at 3:16 pmMichelle, YES!!! You are so right! Emma is in such a good place away from the poisonous relationship! That’s absolutely something I’m THANKING God for~ thank you for reminding me my friend ox
Ellie LaJuett says
February 13, 2016 at 9:03 amWhen it rains it pours. I believe if God brought to it he will get you through it. Stay positive and draw strength from your loved ones.
Robin says
February 29, 2016 at 3:02 pmEllie—thank you so much friend – for taking time to encourage me- sending you so much love xo
Chrystal says
February 13, 2016 at 10:50 amRobin, it saddens me to see you and your family in pain. You inspire me every time I read your blog. I pray for peace and wellness for you and your family as you go through these hard times. Things will get better. Hugs to all.
Robin says
February 16, 2016 at 3:17 pmChrystal, oh thank you my friend. I so appreciate your prayers – sending you hugs right back xo
judy in carefree says
February 13, 2016 at 11:35 amI am so sorry that you are having to deal with this all at once! However, in my almost 74 years of life, I find that upsetting things seem to come in bunches! So far 2016 has been okay with some amazing things happening and some very unsettling things happening! I am trying to deal with them all and stay positive…do some days, not others! I so hope that all your “moments” turn into very happy ones!
Robin says
February 16, 2016 at 3:18 pmJudy…sending you love my friend- and I’m sorry you’ve had some unsettling things going on this year…I hope the amazing things multiply 🙂 xo
Linda Wilson says
February 13, 2016 at 12:03 pmGod has been with you through all of the ordeals you have had! With His Grace-He gives you Grace!
Robin says
February 29, 2016 at 2:46 pmLinda…AMEN! He has been with me my friend- thank you for reaching out xo
Eileen says
February 13, 2016 at 12:40 pmMy favorite posts of yours, Robin, are your heartfelt posts. Because, with those, I can relate. 2016 has had its ups and downs for me as well.
My word for 2016 is peace and I have definitely been challenged with that one word! What I have been taught so far is that no matter how things in life look, God is in complete control. So, we can stay in peace, knowing that He will always be with us. Even when we can’t see the end of the road, we can trust that God does and He will bring us through it.
Praying for you and your family, dear friend. xxxooo
Cindy says
February 14, 2016 at 9:32 pmBoy I needed too be reminded of that today especially! Thank you for reminding all of us that our Lord is in charge and has this already all figured out! Take care ! Cindy
Robin says
February 16, 2016 at 3:04 pmCindy…you and me both my friend. Sending love xo
Robin says
February 16, 2016 at 3:05 pmEileen, PEACE…ahhhhh. What a word for 2016- I’m looking so forward to hearing about what God teaches you this year…praying for you my friend-that God would continually let you know how close He is to you and yours xo
Robin says
February 16, 2016 at 3:20 pmEileen, I wrote you but I can’t find the reply comment! In case it disappeared, thank you (again) for your friendship and your prayers…sending love my friend ~
Bonnie says
February 13, 2016 at 12:58 pmI am so gad you could be there for your daughter. And it seems when it rains it floods but God does not give us more than we can handle. Although sometimes it feels like it. Hang in there, it will get better.
Robin says
February 29, 2016 at 2:45 pmBonnie, thank you so much my friend xo
melinda says
February 13, 2016 at 7:27 pmPraying for God’s care and comfort for you. May he fill your heart with the fond memories of good times and may he grant you peace for this day. He cares so much about you and your family….I can relate to the situations with the children and grandchildren,we are going through a trying time with our son and his wife….so sad….God is still in control,and he gives us the grace we need in the hard times…praying for you and yours. Much love:)
Melinda
Robin says
February 16, 2016 at 3:03 pmMelinda…thank you for sharing with me my friend – I’m going to pray for your son and his wife- and for you (and I) to continue to have grace as we need it. sending love xo
susan morrison Thompson says
February 13, 2016 at 8:43 pmRobin, sometimes I look at things on facebook, and i think, wow, their lives are perfect. That is what is wonderful and wrong with social media, we THINK our lives are better or worse comparatively. I don’t EVER want someone to look at my “life” on social media and ever think that I don’t cry and hurt over life, my kids, everything… this post of yours was real and showed the world that we all have moments and we all have hurt, and that is why we call it LIFE!! I hope that you are feeling better and that your daughter and grandaughter figure it out, but they are blessed to have you as you are to have them… Have a blessed Valentine’s Day surrounded by ALL of your valentines!
Robin says
February 29, 2016 at 3:05 pmSusan, I’m so sorry this reply took so long- I’m just getting back to near normal 🙂 thank you so much for reaching out and I totally agree about social media…heaven’s to betsy- life is never ever perfect- nevertheless we all have more blessings than we can count…thank you again my friend- sending love ox
Lori says
February 14, 2016 at 8:06 amI wanted to share with you my devotion from this morning. After reading your blog I immediately thought of Romans 8:28 knowing that God will bring something good from your recent experiences. Then I read my devotion and felt I should share with you Hebrews 2:1-11 along with the words of Sarah Young. Whenever you start to feel afraid remember that Jesus is holding you by your right hand and nothing can separate you from His presence! Please know that I’m praying for your quick recovery along with strength and comfort to get through these moments. Lori
Robin says
February 29, 2016 at 2:45 pmLori, although it took me forever to reply- you’ll never know how much your wise words mean to me- I so appreciate you taking the time to speak life dear friend xo
Brenda francis says
February 14, 2016 at 9:08 amI’m so sorry for all that’s happened to you and your family in this short time. I do believe there is a reason that some things happen in our life. If only to understand ourselves better. You sound like a stronger person because of it. GOD BLESS
Robin says
February 29, 2016 at 2:43 pmBrenda, I’m sorry this reply took so long…but I do want to say thank you for reaching out – it meant the world to me my friend xo
Madge says
February 14, 2016 at 4:20 pmOh Robin, thank you for your transparency and vulnerability to share with us. So touching and inspirational – will continue praying for you. Also, it’s been a delight to see Emma (and sweet Lucy) on Fridays. Tell her I missed her this week.
Much love and affection,
Madge
Robin says
February 16, 2016 at 3:01 pmMadge, it means the world to Emma, Mike and I that you have been so kind to Emma (and Lucy)- sending you so much love dear friend xo
Nancy says
February 14, 2016 at 4:31 pmYour life sounds like mine. My daughter was divorced last year after 20 years of marriage. She has 2 teenagers. We helped her sell her house and move. All the stress does take its toll. I also fell off a little stool but landed flat on my back. I had a hip fracture and later hip replacement surgery. The Lord does provide and we just need to lean on Him. My daughter has leaned heavily on her faith too.
Robin says
February 16, 2016 at 3:00 pmNancy!!!! Oh honey, we have so much in common my friend. Sending love and thank you from the bottom of my heart for sharing your story with me~ xo
Cindy says
February 14, 2016 at 9:49 pmYou know Robin, TRUST! That’s what just came to me as I too! Get it! Living in the moment and all of us so desperate for true peace in our lives! With ourselves, With our children,grandchildren and spouse ! It’s just not that easy to pull it off and we always want to be the keeper of the pain! Especially from the little ones! We raised our grandson due to our daughters mental illness ! And the pain I have endured and still due ! We just celebrated this fine young mans 21 st Birthday ! I still watch his pain between losing his mother and a controlling,overbearing dad! I have health issues too but through all the trials of marriage,kids,grand kids and whatever else life throws us we are all so blessed beyond words ! When you hear of someone getting a terminal diagnosis or a car accident left paralyzed I just can’t even begin to imagine how to cope! Letting go and ALLOWING ! That’s all we can do and look at all the wonderful blessings of just the privledge of getting to get up and walk and eat !! It’s hard to keep it all in perspective though ! Sooooo ,I hold on tight ! You will see your beloved Ollie again ! Enjoy those sweet little faces ! God is with us NOW! In the moment! Cindy
Robin says
February 16, 2016 at 2:57 pmCindy…oh thank you for your encouraging words my friend- truly today, still in bed- I needed this. Sending love my friend xo
Laura Peyton says
February 15, 2016 at 5:48 pmYour raw emotions came thru so beautifully. Thank you for sharing & for the reminder to stay in the moment. It is so easy to look back or forward too much & the here & now really is enough. Said a small prayer for your healing-physical & your heart.
Robin says
February 29, 2016 at 2:42 pmLaura…thank you so much my friend. I’m just now getting back to the swing of things- sorry it took so long to tell you how much I appreciate your prayers xo
Julie says
February 24, 2016 at 10:15 pmRobin, my friend we are walking parallel lives. First let me say I’m so sorry about your eventful, but not necessarily fun happenings. I know first hand the feelings of having a child move back in. My son is back only weeks after his first son was born. The mother (that’s the nicest I can do) is playing games and using their son as leverage. My son is heartbroken, as probably is your daughter. Even when the relationship is not good, the dream of a solid, loving family dies. I’m with you…. glad it’s over but worried for my child’s heart. I hope your daughter’s heart heals as quickly as those bruised ribs! I’ve been there. Those muscle spasms are killer! Please rest and heal, friend!
Robin says
February 29, 2016 at 2:35 pmJulie, Oh honey — I’m so sorry. I will also pray for your dear son and for that precious baby- I know God is working behind the scenes when we can’t see anything happening. I pray the the Father will show you a little of His plan for your wonderful family- sending so much love my friend xo
Lisa Palmese says
February 27, 2016 at 8:34 pmRobin,
I can relate Really I can. I have my Grandkids this weekend and I take them as much as I can even though they live 15 minutes away I get them now that I moved more Downtown savannah about twice a month . I will have to work on that. 3 all under the age of 8 2 Grandsons 8 and 7 they might as well been twins. They brawl like it lol It is getting Better as they get Older. and a Beautiful Granddaughter age 4 not the same Father as My Grandson’s He tragically died in a car accident. My Daughter’s Husband does many many things I don’t agree with and I get in trouble for saying something but I know My Mother would. Like taking one of My Grandson’s Controllers for their PS4 that We bought them and putting it on the roof and Yes it rained. Taking their Tablets that I bought them when they first came out and putting them in the attic. Heat and electronics don’t mix well. Well one I got them to get down but my Granddaughter stuffed bread into the socket were you plug it in to charge so I had to repair that. And the Other one had a smashed screen No Good. So This Christmas I bought them new ones on QVC with payments and I am keeping them here by their request. There PS4 He hid wires to and just torchured the kids with that Now he had banned them from using it for a month mind you all these things my daughter asked to buy them. Hundreds Now We are up well over a thousand and My Daughter and Granddaughter were using it to watch DVDs. My Granddaughter stuck 3 in Broken. So they were supposed to fix it and never did. That is not right. These Boys get A-s in school. So My Husband Sent that Out for Repair another $200.00 on top of the $600.00 We paid for it. The Boys want it to stay here isn’t that sad. I guess since He doesn’t pay for things He doesn’t care. Oh let me get to My Husband lmao We are Separated. He would not leave my House I designed and was getting ready to decorate. I just did the Kitchen,Sunroom, all wood Flooring and all Plantation shutters and All Crown Molding. But not really got into decorating the way I would like. The House went back to the VA, they gave him only a few thousand dollars.My Kitchen cost me $70,000 I had already moved into a Town Home with my Son He is Brilliant went to Emory in Atlanta but as a slight case of Aspergers. So anyway I came to Love My New Place It was like a death Leaving and Losing my Home. Then My Husband gets sick and asks me to come over I did. Oh I forgot We were Millionaires but through inheritance and with that I could not touch the money My Husband mostly gave it all away.etc.. I could go on anyway He had to go to the Hospital He was Septic and had gangrene. Every day I went to the Hospital My Town Home is around the Corner But He wanted me to go to the House and Stay with the dogs a puppy the idiot that is too old got. Every Night I would clean up what ever she tore up for 3 months 4 Surgeries 2 Blood Transfusions . He almost died a few times. Oh and a Bust on night shift We caught them stealing his medication. So the Surgeon ordered drug tests on the night shift and a couple got fired. Very Taxing He Lost his Leg and now He has moved in with me I gave him my Bedroom because it has a Bathroom in it and I sleep in My LivingRoom/Office. I just got myself a Daybed with a real mattress I have CM1 . It is Genetic when your Brain is Descending into your Spine once it does your Gone. I have allot of pain all of which He does not care. I have already had spinal surgery and Brain Surgery is next and I said No the odds aren’t good. I Leave it in God’s Hands. He still as ornery as ever and I have to stop and bring him things He can drive though He has a Great Prosthetic Leg. While My Son and I are trying to get up a Website that We have been approved for so many great vendors. And I need to do 4 Product Reviews. So it Goes on. Uggh I do Understand.. And I will Pray for You. I will leave my personal email because it goes straight to my phone. Your Life will be so much Richer with Your Daughter and Granddaughter with You expect a little fighting lol. I will get done what I need to and You will get back on track also.So Happy I found Your Page Many Blessings Lisa.
Robin says
February 29, 2016 at 2:31 pmOh thank you for telling me your story Lisa…honey I just want to give you a hug! I will pray for you my friend- and for your entire family….sending so much love Robin
Lisa Palmese says
February 29, 2016 at 3:11 pmRobin,
Thank You I just wanted to let You know You are Never Alone.
And I Pray so I have allot of Love to Give and I just wanted to Share it with You.
You are a Darling I hope to visit you more Many Blessings Lisa.
Kathy Thompson says
March 9, 2016 at 5:43 amRobin, Just want you to know I am thinking of you, keeping you in my prayers. I love reading your post. I always find something for me. I would be the same as you about being still, hopefully you will recover soon.
Take care, Kathy Thompson