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Thursday, March 17, 2011

The Weight

After the terrible tragedy in Japan, all the loss and ruin, my heart so heavy with sadness...I felt so grateful, as many of you have, for the ordinary every day life - warts and all. And as we in the little green cottage kept on in our blessed, ordinary every day, another tragic event hit much closer to home.

I will be pausing for a moment, travelling next week to be with family. Rest assured that all of us in the little green cottage are fine. I am grateful that I have this shiny place to come back to, and that is because of you my friends. Thank you for every comment, every email, every kindness, and all the serious goodness you have shared with me!

This weekend, say I love you to those you love; notice the small things; sing out loud; make a mess; make a wish; forget the rules; be good to each other; stay up late; go to bed early; give yourself a nice hug; waltz around the kitchen...just L-I-V-E live!

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17 comments:

  1. TaniaMarch 17, 2011 at 11:31 PM

    Sweetheart, I am very sorry to hear that you are negotiating more tragedy. Travel safe and be very, most exceptionally, kind to yourself. Biggest hugs to you...xxx

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  2. Flaming NoraMarch 18, 2011 at 12:07 AM

    We are feeling the same over here. The tragedy in Japan is so enormous its hard to comprehend. My Japanese friends and students are all in shock and feeling helpless. We must be grateful for what we have.

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  3. Vintage Tea TimeMarch 18, 2011 at 2:33 AM

    Your last paragraph is good advice. Look after yourself. Abby x

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  4. KatiebeeMarch 18, 2011 at 5:26 AM

    hugs to you & yours~

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  5. Sherri B.March 18, 2011 at 6:26 AM

    The events in Japan are beyond, I believe, anything our minds and hearts can take in. They will need so many things for so many years.

    I am sorry that a tragedy has touched your family, you all are very special to us. Please stay safe in your travels and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you, Pony Girl and The Engineer.

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  6. crzyladyMarch 18, 2011 at 11:31 AM

    Always a great reminder! LIFE is so amazing!

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  7. Cath @ chunkychookyMarch 18, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    Oh LOVE!! I am sad there has been sadness in your life.
    if I may be so bold as to add to your last paragraph:

    walk in the rain,
    smell flowers,
    stop along the way,
    build sandcastles
    go on feield trips
    find out how thinsg work
    tell stores
    say the magic words
    trust the universe
    by Bruce williamson

    hugs xx

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  8. DebbyMarch 18, 2011 at 5:43 PM

    (((((HUGS))))) Life sometimes is just hard. It is so sad about Japan. You take care.

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  9. Pia KMarch 18, 2011 at 7:17 PM

    take care, travel safe, be well. *hugs*

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  10. VicMarch 19, 2011 at 2:51 AM

    Well said My Dear. xo

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  11. Aussie-wafflerMarch 19, 2011 at 11:34 PM

    Long time no speak my Lovely. I know how you feel, my general disposition has been lacking the usual rainbows and sunshine. There has been too much sadness, too much despair, too much horror. I hope your break eases the heaviness in your heart. Xx

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  12. lifeshighwayMarch 21, 2011 at 4:24 AM

    safe journey. Spend time with family and come back refreshed. I am sorry for your sadness.

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  13. ColetteMarch 22, 2011 at 3:46 AM

    Huge hugs to you all - and such wise words, I shall take your advice x

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  14. dianeMarch 22, 2011 at 7:57 PM

    i hope everything is ok--thinking of you xoxo

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  15. Janee LookerseMarch 23, 2011 at 3:01 PM

    I hope everything is ok my dear friend. I enjoy some time off.

    xoxo
    Janee
    yellowbirdyellowbeard.blogspot.com

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  16. Bobo BunMarch 26, 2011 at 12:56 AM

    sending you love and strength for your journey and the days ahead.

    X

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  17. MareMarch 26, 2011 at 8:47 PM

    My sweet friend, i am behind on all my blog reading(and many more things in general)Please take good care of yourself and rest in the loving arms of your family and friends. I send you my love and healing energy...love, mare

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