Friday, July 13, 2012

A Letter To My REaders



Dear Readers,

For those of you that have followed along my journey on this blog you know that we recently lost a loved one in our family.

As we all do in our families we all pulled together, and helped out where the help was needed.

In the helping process I have been away from my home for a month. We would come back for a couple of days, and then go back to help out my Mom.

I would not do it any other way and I am so thankful to have a Mom to help. I am also thankful that I could be there to help her during this difficult time.

During this whole process I really missed being in my own home.

I never realized how much of a grounding force our homes can be. I feel like when I am here I breathe easier, relax more, and just feel comforted.

I am back now! I will still be spending time at Mom’s, but not for long periods of time like this past month.
Please be patient with me as I try to get back on board, and back to normal. I hope to be posting more regularly than I have lately.

I can not tell you how much it has meant to me to hear from you all. Your comments, and emails have meant so much to me during this difficult time.



So many lessons in life to be learned, and taught. The one resounding lesson in my own personal life is that God will be there in our time of need. I continually saw his hand in all the matters, and decisions that we as a family had to make. 



When I say thank you for your prayers, I truly mean it. I felt them surrounding me at the most difficult times.

Blogging is a wonderful part of my life, and I have made it a fun part of my everyday life. I have missed being able to visit your blogs as much as I would like.


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Now I know first hand what, “Home Is Where The Heart Is!” My heart is definitely HERE in my little California Suburban Ranch!!

Glad to be back,
xo Kathysue
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37 comments:

  1. JemsmomJuly 13, 2012 at 9:02 AM

    Glad you are back and at home. Take care and I will continue my prayers for you and your family.

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  2. The French HutchJuly 13, 2012 at 10:13 AM

    I'm so sorry for your loss and yes you are so lucky to have your mom. It is so hard, what you've been through. Blessings………...

    ~Emily
    The French Hutch

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  3. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsJuly 13, 2012 at 10:15 AM

    I am so very sorry for your loss...Welcome home...a place of always feeling safe and secure...you are so right that there is no place like home...Have a restful weekend...With thoughts and prayers, Shirley

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  4. AnonymousJuly 13, 2012 at 10:29 AM

    Welcome back...nothing like the comforts and familiarity of home to help your healing process. Looking forward to future posts

    http://jenrick1.wordpress.com/2012/07/11/houston-we-have-a-dryer/

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  5. SplenderosaJuly 13, 2012 at 10:29 AM

    KathySue, I'm sending you much love and sympathy at this time. Hold tight to your family. That's the most important thing.

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  6. helen tilstonJuly 13, 2012 at 11:00 AM

    Hello KathySue

    So sorry to hear of your loss. How great to have your mother and for her to have you.

    Keeping you in prayer


    Helen

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  7. Woodside ParkJuly 13, 2012 at 11:07 AM

    So glad to have you back, Kathysue. I love being one of your new followers :) Continue being strong! I'm very sorry for your loss. Take care, friend!
    L

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  8. Linda in AZ *July 13, 2012 at 11:11 AM

    *** Welocome back to the loving shelter of your home... we are all here for you... (am sure you KNOW that already, tho).

    Try to get some good, solid rest now... I'm sure it's needed...

    Lots of warm hugs, dear friend,

    Linda
    bellesmom1234@comcast.net

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  9. Barb @ The Everyday Home July 13, 2012 at 11:14 AM

    Ohhh I know you have had a rough time of it. The best part about home - its always right there waiting for you - like a gentle hug and a cooling breeze. You always welcome it when you get back and long for it when you leave. Pretty much like an old friend. :) xxoo, B

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  10. AnonymousJuly 13, 2012 at 11:20 AM

    Hi Katy Sue. Glad you're home and I'm sending prayers your way. Rest up and we'll be here to hold you up.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  11. The enchanted homeJuly 13, 2012 at 11:21 AM

    Hi Kathysue sending you a big hug during a difficult time. So true that we often dont' realize our own strength until we are forced to and then we often surprise ourselves with what we can do. I wish you well as well as your family during the grieving process and amen to that about the home being out little oasis from the world....so so true.
    Sorry for your loss and glad you are back.

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  12. Melissa MillerJuly 13, 2012 at 11:39 AM

    Oh no, I'm so very sorry to hear this sad news Kathysue. My good thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. I'm glad to see you back.

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  13. Carol@6WilsonBlog.comJuly 13, 2012 at 12:47 PM

    Hi Kathysue, I'm reading for the first time in a long while as I have been out of blogging for a bit. I'm so sorry to read that you've had difficult times. I hope the path is brighter ahead.

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  14. Patty Day @Pattys EpiphaniesJuly 13, 2012 at 12:56 PM

    Kathysue, I am a very new "follower". I am sending all my prayers and thoughts during your journey "home". Family is our heart! You have brought this to my attention, and I want to thank you of reminding me of this.
    Looking forward to all the blogs to come.
    Patty

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  15. micheleJuly 13, 2012 at 1:59 PM

    it truly says something when you can reflect on gratitude in a time of loss.

    peace and love to you today, friend.

    michele

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  16. Yvonne @ StoneGableJuly 13, 2012 at 3:16 PM

    Kathy Sue, Bless your sweet heart! I am so so sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your Mom in my prayers!
    I am just like you~ my home is my sanctuary and I love coming home.
    The LORD is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed (Ps 43:18). He is near, Kathy Sue!

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  17. carolyn bradfordJuly 13, 2012 at 3:28 PM

    Kathysue, I don't know you very well but from the time I first read your blog I knew I would like you! Now I am even more sure of that! Your faith is amazing and I'm glad you are finding comfort in God's arms and a place of peace in your home. You are so right…there is no place like home…no matter what our struggles are at the time! It's the one place we can know we can rest in…besides in the Lord! I'm so sorry for your loss and I will be praying for you and your mom!

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  18. vignette designJuly 13, 2012 at 5:55 PM

    Welcome back home Kathysue! You've been on my mind, as I know you are going through a difficult family time right now. Just take the time you need--the blog world will be here waiting when you are back to normal.
    Love and prayers coming your way...
    xo Delores

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  19. La Vie QuotidienneJuly 13, 2012 at 8:10 PM

    I send you my best. I know only too well how difficult it is to cope with this kind of loss, in the past four years I have had to say good bye to my wonderful husband and a few months ago my mother...it is so hard. Take time, you are so fortunate to have your lovely home and spouse waiting for you. You are right, there is no place like home.

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  20. The Pink PagodaJuly 13, 2012 at 9:40 PM

    I'm so sorry, Kathysue, to hear about your family's loss. You are quite an impressive lady, and I'm so happy you're back. I'm looking forward to hearing from you more often, and I'll be remembering you and your family in my prayers.

    Jennifer

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  21. Sonny GJuly 14, 2012 at 5:23 AM

    Blessings and Healing for you and your entire Family..

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  22. A Perfect GrayJuly 14, 2012 at 5:44 AM

    kathysue. please accept my sympathy. what a dear you are to us all. I've been such a slack blog visitor this summer and am so sorry I didn't know of your loss. our continued thoughts and prayers will be yours, kathysue. love to you all, donna

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  23. SuzyJuly 14, 2012 at 9:00 AM

    That old, old saying, "Home Sweet Home", really is true. It's wonderful that you are able to find so much comfort in your home. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

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  24. NanaDianaJuly 14, 2012 at 10:03 AM

    God bless you, Kathysue. Life sure throws us some difficult patches, doesn't it? Loss is the worst of them, in my mind.

    It is good to see you back home~ xo Diana

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  25. prince snow farmJuly 14, 2012 at 6:29 PM

    As I am new to your blog, I apologize that I didn't know this. My thoughts are with you.

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  26. Mary Ann PickettJuly 15, 2012 at 3:58 AM

    My prayers are with you Kathysue. Glad you are back in the hug of your home.

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  27. Stacy CUrranJuly 15, 2012 at 5:27 PM

    I think you are So right -- I know I always feel glad to come home from wherever I am, but can't even imagine how much better it must be for you right now as you are going through this tragedy. I hope you find comfort everywhere you can, including at home!
    Stacy

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  28. Teresa Hatfield ~ Splendid SassJuly 16, 2012 at 6:11 AM

    Kathysue-
    You are doing exactly what you need to be doing. We will always be here when you get back. Do what you need to do. We only have one family.
    Home is where the heart is, and it truly is the grounding place.
    By the way. I know that you are so excited to be getting your bed so that you can finish up!
    Happy Monday.
    Teresa
    xoxo

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  29. La DolfinaJuly 16, 2012 at 7:16 AM

    Hello sweet friend,
    I have been holding you in my thoughts and prayers...
    It is so good to see you back in your cozy home and Good Life Of Design!!!
    So much going on these days... I really miss you!!!
    I can tell your spirits have lifted!!!
    Much love to both you and your mom!!!
    XO

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  30. Susie @ Maddie G DesignsJuly 16, 2012 at 11:47 AM

    KathySue, I have been so absent from blogs as I have been with my mother for over a month. I know how you feel and can only tell you I am praying for you as you adjust to life without your mother and getting back into the swing of things at home. I am so torn about going home. I miss it....but don't want to miss time with my mom since it is so limited. Hugs my dear friend.

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  31. 9405018--PatJuly 16, 2012 at 1:48 PM

    So sorry to hear of your loss. Your in my thoughts and prayers...hugs pat h

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  32. The Buzz BlogJuly 16, 2012 at 2:31 PM

    When you start a blog, you create a family and we know everyone who reads your posts have you in their thoughts and prayers... including us! Home is indeed where the heart is and our hearts go out to you, Kathysue. Welcome back!
    xxoo

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  33. designchicJuly 16, 2012 at 6:01 PM

    So sorry for your loss, Kathysue, but our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. The comfort of home and family is such a blessing, and I too feel that there is truly no place like home...

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  34. Julie Taylor and Danni GreenwaltJuly 17, 2012 at 8:26 AM

    Kathysue, what a beautiful post. I am glad you are home and I will continue to pray for your family.

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  35. BabsJuly 17, 2012 at 9:35 AM

    Kathysue, I'm so sorry for your loss, but glad that you're able to be back home now. I'm a strong believer in prayer, too. God bless and take care.
    Babs

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  36. Janell @ House of FiftyJuly 19, 2012 at 6:18 AM

    Yes, home is a wonderful grounding place to be, glad you'll be returning soon and I hope you are getting the support you need during this time. Janell

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  37. Janell @ House of FiftyJuly 19, 2012 at 6:20 AM

    Yes, home is indeed a very grounding place, I'm glad to hear you'll be able to return soon and I hope you are getting the support you need during this time. Janell

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I would love to hear from you, Kathysue