Thursday, March 21, 2024

. . . Good Tidings of Great Joy . . .

 


. . . Good tidings of great joy . . . ~Luke 2:10


Pictured above are my daughter, Sarah, son-in-law, John, and their three girls, Virginia, Savannah and Alexandra, when they were here visiting with us during their spring break last year.  The good tidings?  They are coming again in a few short days to see us!

This Gammie and Papa are beside ourselves with joy!  They will be arriving on Saturday, and won't depart for home until the following Saturday.  We will have an entire week dedicated to laughs, games, activities, and lots and lots of hugs to remember them by.

That being said, I will not be either posting or commenting on other blogs during this time.  Family is just too important to me.  I'm sure all of you out in Blogland will understand completely.

And when I do return to my blog, you can count on hearing plenty of stories and seeing lots of photos that show how our time was spent together over that week.

May each and every one of my precious readers have a reflective Holy Week, and rejoice on Easter Sunday!

Alleluia, the Lord is risen!  The Lord is risen, indeed.  Alleluia!

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63 comments:

  1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMarch 21, 2024 at 8:19 AM

    Dearest Martha Jane,
    Enjoy your family time—that is most precious!
    Hugs,
    Mariette

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  2. Victor S E MoubarakMarch 21, 2024 at 8:23 AM

    Enjoy your time with your family and make happy memories. Plenty of them.

    May God bless you and all your family.

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    1. Martha Jane OrlandoMarch 21, 2024 at 12:52 PM

      I will absolutely enjoy this precious time, Victor! And I'm counting on making those priceless memories.
      Love and blessings!

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  3. TrudyMarch 21, 2024 at 9:14 AM

    I'm so happy for you, Martha. 🥰 Enjoy your precious family time! Love and blessings to you!

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    1. Martha Jane OrlandoMarch 21, 2024 at 12:52 PM

      Thanks so much, Trudy. Be assured that I will enjoy every moment.
      Love and blessings!

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  4. quietspiritMarch 21, 2024 at 9:31 AM

    Yes, I understand completely. Enjoy your family. Peace and blessing to you and yours.

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    1. Martha Jane OrlandoMarch 21, 2024 at 12:53 PM

      I certainly will enjoy having my family around, Cecelia. Thanks for understanding!
      Love and blessings!

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  5. AnonymousMarch 21, 2024 at 9:40 AM

    Enjoy this precious time with your lovely family! -Christine cmlk79.blogspot.com

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  6. Debby@Just BreatheMarch 21, 2024 at 10:22 AM

    Enjoy your company. Happy Easter to you and your family.

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  7. AnonymousMarch 21, 2024 at 11:42 AM

    Great news, Martha. We’re spoiled - we have the grandsons in the same town

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    1. Martha Jane OrlandoMarch 21, 2024 at 12:55 PM

      They all used to live in town, too, but moved right as the Covid was hitting. Seeing them is such a special delight!
      Love and blessings!

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  8. Jo-Anne's RamblingsMarch 21, 2024 at 12:17 PM

    Seeing grandchildren is such a joy oh and their parents

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    1. Martha Jane OrlandoMarch 21, 2024 at 12:56 PM

      There's no joy that can compare, Jo-Anne, that's for sure!
      Love and blessings!

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  9. Mevely317March 21, 2024 at 12:25 PM

    Oh Martha, what a delight! Will your grand-puppy be accompanying them? I'm wishing you and Danny a wonderful time!

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    1. Martha Jane OrlandoMarch 21, 2024 at 12:57 PM

      Yes! Finn is coming along for the ride to see his grandparents, too - lol! He is such a good and loving dog. We do plan to have a wonderful time.
      Love and blessings!

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  10. DUTAMarch 21, 2024 at 12:54 PM

    Family has priority. Nothing can compare to the joy of meeting family members and spending time with them. Wishing you a wonderful time with happy moments and memories!

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    1. Martha Jane OrlandoMarch 21, 2024 at 12:58 PM

      Family does have priority, Duta, no doubt about that. We are looking forward to a fabulous week together.
      Love and blessings!

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  11. www.nancyaruegg.comMarch 21, 2024 at 2:11 PM

    May the weather cooperate so you can enjoy your time together to the fullest, Martha. Family is one of God's masterpieces!

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    1. Martha Jane OrlandoMarch 21, 2024 at 3:15 PM

      I love your description of family, Nancy, as it is so true!
      Love and blessings!

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  12. Terri DMarch 21, 2024 at 3:58 PM

    I'm so happy for you that your loved ones will be with you for an entire week, especially during this precious season for Christians!! I look forward to those photos and stories!! Hugs!

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    1. Martha Jane OrlandoMarch 21, 2024 at 4:17 PM

      Thanks so much, Terri! I know you feel the same way about family as I do.
      Love and blessings!

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  13. Pamela M. SteinerMarch 21, 2024 at 5:41 PM

    Oh Martha! I am SO happy for you that your family is coming to visit and stay for a whole week! What a joyous time that will be for all of you! Yes, please do take lots of pictures and share the joy with us when you are free to do so again. But by all means spend every moment with your family and enjoy every second! I am so happy for you!! Happy Easter indeed!!

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    1. Martha Jane OrlandoMarch 22, 2024 at 4:09 AM

      Thanks so much, Pamela! Yes, we are so very grateful that they could take this vacation time to visit with us. We know how blessed we are!
      Love and blessings!

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  14. AnonymousMarch 21, 2024 at 8:28 PM

    thecontemplativecat here My Switzerland daughter's family will be here in one week!! Two gr-sons, 11 and 6 yrs. Good times are in the works.

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    1. Martha Jane OrlandoMarch 22, 2024 at 4:10 AM

      Oh, how exciting for you, Susan!!! Looking forward to hearing about your wonderful time with family, too.
      Love and blessings!

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  15. AnonymousMarch 21, 2024 at 9:10 PM

    Enjoy your precious time together.

    God's blessings to you all.

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  16. SparkyMarch 22, 2024 at 4:17 AM

    Enjoy and yes, I understand about commenting. I get busy too. Sometimes all the "virtual" stuff is overwhelming. God bless and keep looking up!
    Blessings. 💙

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    1. Martha Jane OrlandoMarch 22, 2024 at 8:26 AM

      Thanks, Sparky! Yes, I will keep looking up.
      Love and blessings!

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  17. Jean WiseMarch 22, 2024 at 8:14 AM

    Oh yes, savor and enjoy those hugs and times together!! What a blessing

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    1. Martha Jane OrlandoMarch 22, 2024 at 8:27 AM

      It is such a blessing, Jean, and I will be sure to savor every moment.
      Love and blessings!

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  18. Ron GallagherMarch 22, 2024 at 11:42 AM

    All our hearts are with you guys, Martha, and praying that your visit is filled with overwhelming joy and happiness. It's interesting to hear about your visit, since our girls from Ohio will be arriving on Saturday as well along with 2 of our grandsons. Maybe we'll get to share a happy moment from our visits at some point. Either way, God bless you for keeping Jesus in the forefront with your family. It's so foundational, and so important.

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    1. Martha Jane OrlandoMarch 22, 2024 at 1:17 PM

      Oh, I'm excited for you and Diane, Ron! There's nothing better than having family visit whenever possible. Our kids are driving from North Carolina, so it won't be a short drive. Fortunately, my daughter loves to drive, unlike her mother - LOL!
      They won't be here until late on Saturday, so I'll be sure to read your wonderful blog that morning, and be able to catch your next one on the following Saturday.
      Love and blessings!

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  19. AnonymousMarch 22, 2024 at 12:43 PM

    Oh Martha, I'm so excited for you and Danny! Yay all the way around. Have a great and fun week. God bless! Karen Friday

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    1. Martha Jane OrlandoMarch 22, 2024 at 1:18 PM

      Thanks, Karen! Yes, we plan on having lots of fun while the kids are here. We certainly need to see their smiling faces.
      Love and blessings!

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  20. DebraMarch 22, 2024 at 3:18 PM

    Enjoy your family! And have a blessed Resurrection Day! Hallelujah! He is risen.

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    1. Martha Jane OrlandoMarch 22, 2024 at 3:25 PM

      Thanks so much, Debra! May your Easter be wonderful, too.
      Love and blessings!

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    2. Veronica LeeMarch 22, 2024 at 7:40 PM

      Enjoy every precious moment with your loved ones, Martha! Family time is truly priceless.
      Wishing you a joyous Easter filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories. 🐣🌷

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    3. Martha Jane OrlandoMarch 23, 2024 at 4:29 AM

      Thanks so much, Veronica, I will!
      Love and blessings!

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  21. roughterrain craneMarch 22, 2024 at 11:58 PM

    Enjoy the days with them.

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  22. Bill (cycleguy)March 23, 2024 at 3:58 AM

    Will miss you here and there Martha. Have a great visit! He is risen!

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    1. Martha Jane OrlandoMarch 23, 2024 at 4:05 AM

      I will miss all of you, too, Bill. Happy Easter!
      Love and blessings!

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  23. AnonymousMarch 23, 2024 at 7:02 AM

    Nothing better than family time! Enjoy &
    Happy Easter Blessings!
    Lulu

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  24. AnonymousMarch 23, 2024 at 12:41 PM

    thecontemplativecat here. May God bless you all, Christ is risen !

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  25. Marilyn @ MountainTopSpiceMarch 24, 2024 at 3:01 PM

    Oh how happy it makes my heart to hear that your daughter's family has come to visit you! I am praying you have the most blessed time together, and that the presence of the Lord is sweet and precious in every way! Many blessings to you dear friend!

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  26. Linda StollMarch 26, 2024 at 6:23 AM

    easter blessings to you and your precious family, dear one ...

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  27. J.D. WiningerMarch 28, 2024 at 6:43 PM

    Am behind, so not sure if the visit is over or not, but praying for lots of precious memories in all cases.

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    1. Martha Jane OrlandoMarch 30, 2024 at 9:08 AM

      J. D., the crew just left here this morning. Oh, how we miss them already! But yes, we had loads of fun and made precious memories together, ones I will always remember.
      Love and blessings!

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  28. Martha Jane OrlandoMarch 30, 2024 at 9:07 AM

    They just left today, Lisa, so naturally, I'm in a grieving mode. We did have a fabulous time together, and I will miss them terribly.
    Love and blessings!

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  29. Irish CherokeeMarch 30, 2024 at 1:05 PM

    Enjoy your family. It is a precious time to be enjoyed.
    God Bless all of you this Easter Holiday.

    Hugs and Blessings

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    1. Martha Jane OrlandoMarch 30, 2024 at 3:11 PM

      We had a fabulous week together, Jim. They departed for home today, and I'm still grieving having to say good-bye for now as there's no telling when we will see them again. I'm so grateful for FaceTime!
      May your Easter be blessed, too!
      Love and blessings!

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  30. LucinalvaApril 2, 2024 at 6:52 AM

    Bom dia, Martha
    Que família linda, aproveite esses momentos que são únicos e especiais, desejo dias de alegrias e paz, um forte abraço.

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    1. Martha Jane OrlandoApril 2, 2024 at 8:01 AM

      Thanks so much, Lucinalva. Yes, we enjoyed every moment together.
      Love and blessings!

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