Linda, I am in awe of how you can take the reader, in this case me, right into the story with you. I can picture you going thru it but I am there with you! My Mother always told me I wore my heart on my sleeve! I never really understood why she always said that, even as an adult! I never knew if it was a good thing or something I should hide!
I love your stories! Your have a lovely way of expressing your feelings and thoughts. Thnnks for sharing.
This must be why we love each other! Wearing your heart on your sleeve isn't a good thing for those who choose to ignore the cries of the least of these. But I suspect you, as I, can't really help it. I love you, sweet friend. Your heart's in the right place. Love, Linda
Linda, like the other commenters here, I felt an instant kinship with your story. My parents used to say we never know WHO you’re going to bring home next! In a crowded room I’ve always gravitated to the person who looks like they don’t fit in. I love the woodsy image - we are all like giant sequoias, whose love and empathy are due to our rootedness in Christ, roots that are intertwined and connected forever.
Deb, What a beautiful way of putting it. Interesting to me that I wound up living in the Pacific Northwest, where the woods are always close by. Thanks for reading my work! Hugs, Linda
Linda, As is often the case, I am in awe of the kindnesses shown by someone I knew, but only in passing. Each revelation is more amazing than the last. I'm ever so glad I knew/ know you. We are all blessed by your actions, there is no doubt.
Steve, How kind of you to say. When I was at Cortez, I was the lone liberal in a family of Barry Goldwater conservatives. I once told a friend, "I can't stop being who I am!" Guess it's more true now than ever. Thanks for reading my work--tell your friends! Best, Linda
Linda, I am in awe of how you can take the reader, in this case me, right into the story with you. I can picture you going thru it but I am there with you! My Mother always told me I wore my heart on my sleeve! I never really understood why she always said that, even as an adult! I never knew if it was a good thing or something I should hide!
I love your stories! Your have a lovely way of expressing your feelings and thoughts. Thnnks for sharing.
Lynda,
This must be why we love each other! Wearing your heart on your sleeve isn't a good thing for those who choose to ignore the cries of the least of these. But I suspect you, as I, can't really help it. I love you, sweet friend. Your heart's in the right place. Love, Linda
Linda, like the other commenters here, I felt an instant kinship with your story. My parents used to say we never know WHO you’re going to bring home next! In a crowded room I’ve always gravitated to the person who looks like they don’t fit in. I love the woodsy image - we are all like giant sequoias, whose love and empathy are due to our rootedness in Christ, roots that are intertwined and connected forever.
Deb, What a beautiful way of putting it. Interesting to me that I wound up living in the Pacific Northwest, where the woods are always close by. Thanks for reading my work! Hugs, Linda
This is beautiful, Linda. God meeting you where you were and you embracing the path you were uniquely created to travel.
Linda,
Thank you--your support means so much. Hugs, Linda PS: Thanks for liking me even if I'm American! LOL
I love all my American friends! ❤️
Whew! I wouldn’t blame you if you didn’t :-) ~L.
Linda, As is often the case, I am in awe of the kindnesses shown by someone I knew, but only in passing. Each revelation is more amazing than the last. I'm ever so glad I knew/ know you. We are all blessed by your actions, there is no doubt.
Steve Poe
Steve, How kind of you to say. When I was at Cortez, I was the lone liberal in a family of Barry Goldwater conservatives. I once told a friend, "I can't stop being who I am!" Guess it's more true now than ever. Thanks for reading my work--tell your friends! Best, Linda
Your sweet, sweet heart…❤️
My heart's ALWAYS on my sleeve. Wonder if Jesus wore his there too? Thanks for being so encouraging. Hugs, Linda
I see Jesus just oozing heart….
Ditto to all. You express so well
“We are all in this together.”
God is indeed OUR Father / Mother.
We understand the conundrum of strength perfected in weakness. Thanks for reading my work. Best, Linda
I do not believe everything happens for a reason, but I do believe God will bring something good out of everything
You are living proof my dear friend-so thankful you are in this world
Pam,
I'm still incredulous that we've reconnected after all these years. Your support means everything to me. Thank you. Hugs, Linda
Lovely, thank you!
Thomas,
Thank YOU, for your support of my work! Best, Linda