tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post1805476117846229281..comments2024-03-28T18:43:53.154-07:00Comments on Meditations of my Heart: Starry, Starry NightMartha Jane Orlandohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comBlogger29125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-33047917323453530142022-08-04T15:34:24.134-07:002022-08-04T15:34:24.134-07:00Glad Virginia enjoyed her trip to Cracker Barrel. ...Glad Virginia enjoyed her trip to Cracker Barrel. Love the headband you purchased for her birthday. I believe in spoiling kids and grandkids. I always remind myself of the kids who are neglected, would love to have their own family and some even abused. God bless, Martha! Karen 'Girl' Fridayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12207457811627558544noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-83569612036923874692022-08-04T15:14:14.127-07:002022-08-04T15:14:14.127-07:00Such beautiful granddaughters you have! And such t...Such beautiful granddaughters you have! And such thoughtful gifts you gave them. I'm sure you are deeply loved by the girls. Lisa notes...https://www.blogger.com/profile/07103364395238899215noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-75690787916666698092022-08-03T17:27:40.246-07:002022-08-03T17:27:40.246-07:00We have physically recovered, J. D., but not menta...We have physically recovered, J. D., but not mentally as we miss Virginia and her entire family so much. We try to FaceTime at least once a week, and will be doing that tomorrow. I'm so looking forward to that!<br />Not sure what you mean here about next March. However, if you are prescient about future good news, I'll take it!<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-42363774053242280332022-08-03T17:23:09.637-07:002022-08-03T17:23:09.637-07:00Thank you so much, Barbara! It's so cute that...Thank you so much, Barbara! It's so cute that Virginia, because she is unfamiliar with Cracker Barrel, had no idea that every gift shop is the same. She couldn't figure out how I bought this headband without her knowing about it. Hard not to love that!<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-26140491097283150532022-08-03T15:35:55.863-07:002022-08-03T15:35:55.863-07:00Miss Virginia may stop smiling from this trip one ...Miss Virginia may stop smiling from this trip one day; maybe next March. :-) Blessings friends. Have you and Mr. Danny recovered from it yet?J.D. Winingerhttps://www.jdwininger.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-5665671355606156072022-08-03T14:06:05.436-07:002022-08-03T14:06:05.436-07:00Beautiful post. Love the headband on your lovely g...Beautiful post. Love the headband on your lovely granddaughter. Barbarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02389829595981028640noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-91018741973164875062022-08-03T12:56:34.104-07:002022-08-03T12:56:34.104-07:00"There's something about sharing a meal t..."There's something about sharing a meal together that tends to etch enduring love notes in our hearts."<br />So beautifully expressed here, Ron, and so true! Yes, I do recall the old days of picture taking, and am all the more grateful for the ease with which we can do so today. Sometimes, I have a love/hate relationship with technology, but not when it comes to photos! Sounds like you all like Cracker Barrel as much as we do. :)<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-70426387263607532562022-08-03T10:05:22.268-07:002022-08-03T10:05:22.268-07:00Don't you just love how easy it is to take pic...Don't you just love how easy it is to take pictures these days, Martha? I know you remember what it was like counting the number left on the roll of film and wondering what scenes were worthy of sacrificing another one for. Thanks again for sharing a piece of your heart with us, and your grandchildren, with us and for wrapping them in the Word of God. And for what it's worth, Cracker Barrel is our favorite restaurant. I love sharing personal "guy time" time there with our children and grandchildren. There's something about sharing a meal together that tends to etch enduring love notes in our hearts. God bless you for your continued faithfulness and for the seeds you're planting.Ron Gallagherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08574258494370815948noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-77552062111688654972022-08-02T19:22:25.832-07:002022-08-02T19:22:25.832-07:00And I am so glad we are allowed that privilege!
...And I am so glad we are allowed that privilege! <br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-30988546614395734432022-08-02T17:05:49.220-07:002022-08-02T17:05:49.220-07:00Wonderful memories. Grandparents are allowed to s...Wonderful memories. Grandparents are allowed to spoil grandchildren.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-89763466709009212592022-08-02T17:05:05.613-07:002022-08-02T17:05:05.613-07:00I bet you loved those two weeks every year with La...I bet you loved those two weeks every year with Lauren, Terri! We had so much fun spoiling Virginia, especially since when we were able to see her frequently, we couldn't afford to do so. I've decided to make it a routine to visit Cracker Barrel's gift shop on a regular basis as I search for that "perfect" Christmas or birthday for that special someone. So unique!<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-22715261675811593952022-08-02T17:00:53.318-07:002022-08-02T17:00:53.318-07:00That's a great idea, Anne, to visit Cracker Ba...That's a great idea, Anne, to visit Cracker Barrel around Christmas time to purchase new ornaments. Danny and I are trying to downsize in the ornament department, but what a great gift for family and loved ones!<br />I think the shortage of workers is an unfortunate consequence of the pandemic and our government pumping billions of dollars into the economy unnecessarily. We need to move on!<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-26537013460103987572022-08-02T16:54:34.053-07:002022-08-02T16:54:34.053-07:00Stucky's!!! I haven't heard that name in ...Stucky's!!! I haven't heard that name in ages, Myra. We would only stop at one when on our once a year pilgrimage to Massachusetts where family lived. And yes, seeing those old-timey candies certainly make me nostalgic for the times gone by. Thankfully, Virginia didn't ask for any of those. :)<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-42657483672114749832022-08-02T16:43:26.504-07:002022-08-02T16:43:26.504-07:00It is so fun to spoil the grandchildren!! I love ...It is so fun to spoil the grandchildren!! I love the photos you shared, Martha! Your girls are so sweet and Cracker Barrel has the best gift shop around! Cute headband and it looks great on Virginia! I loved the two weeks we got Lauren every summer. Special memories for us all! xoTerri Dhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15333024343069943295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-32365288039890411312022-08-02T13:58:51.141-07:002022-08-02T13:58:51.141-07:00I love your photos and love seeing your grands. Ou...I love your photos and love seeing your grands. Our Cracker Barrel is near our home and always so busy but you are right, more and more places are losing their help. We go to a Delectable Egg occasionally and last time we waited 45 minutes for our food. They said they were short staffed in the kitchen. They still have a large wait staff but I guess a cook was out. I love the Cracker Barrel and try to buy a new ornament every year there. I am glad you enjoyed your time with Virginia. Love the hairband and she is a really cutie. Take care.<br />My Tata's Cottagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03316406149678154358noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-18979149212361234582022-08-02T13:53:43.773-07:002022-08-02T13:53:43.773-07:00What a delightful experience! And such endearing ...What a delightful experience! And such endearing photos! <br />I love the Cracker Barrel 'shop' -- especially the candies I remember from so long ago. These shops remind me of the Stucky's array of trinkets -- only better! Mevely317https://www.blogger.com/profile/14786988262452989091noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-55869565142463032122022-08-02T12:51:31.148-07:002022-08-02T12:51:31.148-07:00My daughter is so good about sending me photos, Tr...My daughter is so good about sending me photos, Trudy, and I'm so appreciative of that. They certainly have unique and intriguing gifts at Cracker Barrel; I plan to frequent the shop more often as we get closer to Christmas.<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-66190193581326816762022-08-02T12:50:00.876-07:002022-08-02T12:50:00.876-07:00Isn't it the best, Marja? I love the fact tha...Isn't it the best, Marja? I love the fact that they serve breakfast all day. Virginia appreciated that, too, as she ordered French toast for dinner - lol!<br />And yes, all these memories are priceless!<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-73983465097492542282022-08-02T12:47:03.351-07:002022-08-02T12:47:03.351-07:00Cracker Barrel has such unique gifts, don't th...Cracker Barrel has such unique gifts, don't they? Both girls look very happy with their gifts. I'm glad your daughter sends you pics and you had some special quality time with Virginia this summer. Love and blessings to you, Martha!Trudyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05179372917600231306noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-79382730036571606532022-08-02T11:38:39.137-07:002022-08-02T11:38:39.137-07:00💞💞Mariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-66987089031877899592022-08-02T11:07:56.321-07:002022-08-02T11:07:56.321-07:00Oh, it is just wonderful to read how you are creat...Oh, it is just wonderful to read how you are creating memories together. I ate once or twice at a Cracker Barrel when we lived in the USA. We loved it!!Marja Verschoor-Meijershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06475263793581289701noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-85344383491056781862022-08-02T07:37:22.000-07:002022-08-02T07:37:22.000-07:00Knowing you are loved is the best feeling in the w...Knowing you are loved is the best feeling in the world, Bill.<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-11888857141227433382022-08-02T07:36:45.923-07:002022-08-02T07:36:45.923-07:00I think she will, Glynn. :)
Love and blessings!I think she will, Glynn. :)<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-66415607689615231602022-08-02T07:36:24.139-07:002022-08-02T07:36:24.139-07:00This book of Bible stories was something I'd b...This book of Bible stories was something I'd been looking for, Pamela, and was so surprised to find it, of all places, at Cracker Barrel! I do think Sarah will take the time to read the stories both to Alexandra and Savannah, although Savannah can read them easily on her own - very precocious.<br />Yes, Virginia really loves her headband, and it's a great reminder to her of how much her Papa and I love her. And yes, we are truly blessed, indeed!<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-45023075292087132092022-08-02T07:32:55.777-07:002022-08-02T07:32:55.777-07:00Yes, I have to agree, Mariette, that photos are th...Yes, I have to agree, Mariette, that photos are the best for reliving memories and moments that are special to us. I think Virginia will remember all the love we shared while she was with us.<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.com