tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post191437072293283351..comments2024-03-28T18:43:53.154-07:00Comments on Meditations of my Heart: DirectMartha Jane Orlandohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comBlogger37125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-43042712919647460452021-08-21T08:32:29.148-07:002021-08-21T08:32:29.148-07:00Sweet words about your mother that ring true in yo...Sweet words about your mother that ring true in your heart forever! Karen 'Girl' Fridayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12207457811627558544noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-91645956626836975002021-08-20T12:22:28.883-07:002021-08-20T12:22:28.883-07:00Loss of ones mother is such an unbelievable and sa...Loss of ones mother is such an unbelievable and sad experience. Yet I remember how my own mother beleived and I know she is resting in the arms of Jesus. I know your mother is too. I cam eback to comment as I made an error. I really need my eyes checked and they told me last year cataracts. My husband had them done several years ago. I dread it but I find I make errors and do not catch them as blogger took away the spell check. I continue to pray for you as losing youe mom is a difficult process. Love and Hugs My Tata's Cottagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03316406149678154358noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-41533279019810654222021-08-19T05:06:06.455-07:002021-08-19T05:06:06.455-07:00Oh, yes, Anne, the memories are precious to us. T...Oh, yes, Anne, the memories are precious to us. Thanks for your love and prayers.<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-63629454962818971802021-08-19T05:05:26.802-07:002021-08-19T05:05:26.802-07:00The encouraging words and prayers from friends do ...The encouraging words and prayers from friends do help so much, Linda. Thanks for yours!<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-18078811963684151252021-08-19T05:04:49.532-07:002021-08-19T05:04:49.532-07:00Amen, Beckie! Our true peace can only come from t...Amen, Beckie! Our true peace can only come from the Lord.<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-13045126471073377252021-08-19T05:04:21.799-07:002021-08-19T05:04:21.799-07:00Thanks so much, Cheryl, for sending your hugs and ...Thanks so much, Cheryl, for sending your hugs and blessings.<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-68251790512858515502021-08-18T15:21:06.344-07:002021-08-18T15:21:06.344-07:00I peay you will have some peace as losing these lo...I peay you will have some peace as losing these loved ones is so difficult. I love the memories of my folkd and I know you have them too. Take care. Much love and prayers for you. My Tata's Cottagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03316406149678154358noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-91697726181059368012021-08-18T15:17:47.983-07:002021-08-18T15:17:47.983-07:00May good memories fill your thoughts even as the L...May good memories fill your thoughts even as the Lord continue to comfort your heart, friend. May the words of support from your friends bring you peace.Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02170871743323855687noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-88253423017471754872021-08-18T11:59:15.366-07:002021-08-18T11:59:15.366-07:00Praying for peace and comfort that only the Lord c...Praying for peace and comfort that only the Lord can offer, sweet Martha.Beckie Lindseyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14577965060772418026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-75906196008140388532021-08-18T07:35:03.565-07:002021-08-18T07:35:03.565-07:00Bless your heart, Martha. I know you miss her so m...Bless your heart, Martha. I know you miss her so much. May God bless you and hold you extra close. Sending hugs and blessings your way!Cherylhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01891257905649460436noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-27088455158209130042021-08-18T05:14:02.531-07:002021-08-18T05:14:02.531-07:00I'm so grateful we could have a memorial servi...I'm so grateful we could have a memorial service, too, Lisa, considering these trying times of Covid. We did hold it at the graveside, which was a better choice as many in attendance were up there in years. It truly was a beautiful and touching event.<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-16307895589613831312021-08-18T05:12:17.315-07:002021-08-18T05:12:17.315-07:00Amen, J. D., yes, it can. I'm glad that was a...Amen, J. D., yes, it can. I'm glad that was a trait that others found refreshing in my mother.<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-13346512766087846702021-08-18T05:11:25.305-07:002021-08-18T05:11:25.305-07:00Oh, that's a great question, Jean. I wonder w...Oh, that's a great question, Jean. I wonder what mine would be, too. I'll have to ponder that one.<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-68768931510410958442021-08-18T05:10:34.909-07:002021-08-18T05:10:34.909-07:00Thanks so much, Nells!
Love and blessings!Thanks so much, Nells!<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-40175623518925284482021-08-18T05:10:14.290-07:002021-08-18T05:10:14.290-07:00Thank you, Debra. Yes, this has been the long, ha...Thank you, Debra. Yes, this has been the long, hard summer, but I know my mother is in a better place and out of her pain and suffering.<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-15457834409753531922021-08-18T05:09:12.529-07:002021-08-18T05:09:12.529-07:00They are, Lulu.
Love and blessings!They are, Lulu.<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-33000618706754540302021-08-18T05:08:52.343-07:002021-08-18T05:08:52.343-07:00Thanks so much, Terri, for all your prayers.
Love ...Thanks so much, Terri, for all your prayers.<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-17529758952040328782021-08-18T05:08:23.164-07:002021-08-18T05:08:23.164-07:00Thank you, Pamela, for sharing your own memories o...Thank you, Pamela, for sharing your own memories of your MIL and your mother. I'm glad to know that my own mother wasn't the only one who was direct in her speaking. Yes, I'm hanging on to the good memories, that's for sure!<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-9707502238175331142021-08-18T05:01:47.916-07:002021-08-18T05:01:47.916-07:00"Direct" was a word that could have been..."Direct" was a word that could have been used about my dad too. It sounds like your mother was a special woman who was loved by so many. I'm glad you were able to have the memorial service and be surrounded by others who also loved your mother. Thanks for sharing with us about this aspect of her. Blessings to you, Martha! Lisa notes...https://www.blogger.com/profile/07103364395238899215noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-3917093331466733892021-08-17T18:35:05.836-07:002021-08-17T18:35:05.836-07:00Direct can be a very good thing my friend; especia...Direct can be a very good thing my friend; especially when accompanied by kindness.J.D. Winingerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07644930093144875164noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-86645542731378900852021-08-17T18:13:38.423-07:002021-08-17T18:13:38.423-07:00Beautiful tribute. Makes me wonder what one word ...Beautiful tribute. Makes me wonder what one word would be said at my funeral. Pause to pray about that one!Jean Wisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06407030126646055880noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-27197817424457828352021-08-17T16:53:38.633-07:002021-08-17T16:53:38.633-07:00What a lovely poem. A beautiful tribute to your m...What a lovely poem. A beautiful tribute to your mom. BlessingsNells Wasilewskihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17344186015959927238noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-13309832639540397102021-08-17T16:44:52.260-07:002021-08-17T16:44:52.260-07:00Martha, I've been missing awhile and had no id...Martha, I've been missing awhile and had no idea you'd lost your mother. Last I heard she had a fractured bone, but that's all I was aware of, and so I'm sorry I didn't reach out sooner. My heartfelt condolences go out to you, sweet Martha, and to family and friends who knew her. May you find comfort and peace in our Lord's presence. Debrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02273349436461781371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-73861294167636036182021-08-17T16:37:49.629-07:002021-08-17T16:37:49.629-07:00Praying your memories are a comfort to you, Martha...Praying your memories are a comfort to you, Martha.<br />Blessings!luluhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11520683067915486215noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-60266455150429047402021-08-17T15:51:30.159-07:002021-08-17T15:51:30.159-07:00You and your family have been in my prayers. May y...You and your family have been in my prayers. May your dear mother rest in the peace of our Lord, Jesus Christ. xoTerri Dhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15333024343069943295noreply@blogger.com