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Friday, January 7, 2011

Into Each Life...


"Be still, sad heart! and cease repining;
Behind the clouds is the sun still shining;
Thy fate is the common fate of all,
Into each life some rain must fall"


"The Rainy Day"
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow


Sometimes it comes down in drops
other times, buckets.

My last post was a bucket day.

I had something happen which rocked my world, and not in a good way.
I didn't feel comfortable divulging too much, still don't.

But so many of you were there,
with umbrellas
and smiles
and prayers
and a kind word.

Just like you always are.

:-)

I'm better now, but I couldn't let another day pass
without offering my deepest,
most heartfelt thanks and gratitude for your
love and concern.

Thank you for being my
shelter
when the rains come down.

Happy Weekend,


96 comments:

Itchin' Stitchin' said...

Always here for you! Know that the sun will come out soon for you. *Hugs*

Anonymous said...

sending wishes for sunshine and rainbows to overcome your rainy days:)

My Grama's Soul said...

Hello gentle lady....just a short note today" God promises a safe landing....not a clam passage." Hang in there!!

Hugs sent your way,

Jo

My Grama's Soul said...

Opps.....just realized i typed clam instead of CALM....sometimes...I;m such a ditz!!!!

Xo

Jo

Stitchfork said...

what's the line that curly, red-haired girl in the musical sings -- the sun will come out tomorrow...
ps... My Grama's Soul typo of clam for calm had me smiling! Thanks Jo!
xo Cathy

Theresa said...

Love you in the sunshine and the rain:) Big hugs and continued prayers!

www.MaisonStGermain.com said...

Always there for you from here:) I am so sorry you are going through something uncomfortable. But in blogland you know that we all love you and will be there for you when you need a shoulder to lean on. We know you would do the same for us. I hope things are getting better and soon will be just a memory. Take care. Still keeping you in my thoughts and prayer:)
~Debra XXX
Capers of the vintage vixens

Sami said...

We are praying for you! I always listen to Jaci Velasquez's song "Flower in the Rain" when I am in the midst of a down-pour.

Privet and Holly said...

I've thought about
you all day....
Sending sunshine
your way, dear Anne...
xx Suzanne

Alice said...

A lovely poem. I'm so glad to know you are feeling a bit better!

Tilda said...

I continue to think of you, and hope your raining bucket days will soon stop. We all do care about you.

Susan deGeneres said...

Hang in there. A lot of people are thinking about you and praying for you. I noticed almost everyone sent hugs your way, which means lots of arms around you. Here's mine...

Hugs,
Susan

Anonymous said...

Oh, Anne, we're here. I sometimes think in songs. I remember an old song and the words went...

Hold on my child, joy comes in the morning. Weeping only lasts for a while.
Hold on my child, joy comes in the morning.
The darkest hour means dawn is just in sight.
If you've knelt beside the rubble of an aching, broken heart,
When the things you gave your life for fell apart,
You're not the first to be acquainted with sorrow, grief, or pain,
But the Master promised sunshine after rain.


To invest your seed of trust in God, in mountains you can't move,
You have risked your life on things you cannot prove,
But to give the things you can not keep for what you cannot lose,
Is the way to find the joy God has for you,

I'm still praying for you and yours.
Blessings,
Shelia ;)

Melanie said...

Oh Anne... I did not see your other post until just now... it has been sprinkling a bit here.

Please know you are loved, my sweet friend. I give you the words that were offered to me years ago in the darkest of my days... Continue to be as tough as you dare and wait for the sun to shine. It will shine again. I promise.

Love, prayers and blessings to you, Anne.

Hugging you from here.
Melanie

Jem said...

I'm so sorry you've had to deal with something like this so early in what was promising to be a wonderful year for you :-(

I have no doubt that there is better in store, sending you all the strength I can muster from soggy, snowy England!

Jem xXx

Zita said...

Thinking of you, dear Anne...xoxo

Jan Thomason said...

hey,
i'm on the road (in indiana and spent the day w/ my sister at a 85,000 antique mall. Going back tomorrow:)
anyway, wasn't planning on visiting anyone's blogs but your name specifically came to my mind when i opened my computer and now i know why.
i have pulled you to the top of my prayer list, anne, and will continue to pray for you in hopes that your life gets back on track.
if you need someone to talk to please just give me a call.

thinking of you though miles away,
jan

Linda @ A La Carte said...

It's not always easy to share what is going on in our lives, but here you don't have to tell all to get love and support. Love to you! Linda

Anji Johnston said...

The clouds will lift dear Anne and the sun will shine so brightly again for yo and yours. Know that we are there even in a monsoon. xXx

Rene Foust said...

I continue to pray that everything works out and that you will find peace.

DustyLu said...

I really hope your ok! Praying for you! Stay strong! God speed! Hugs lulu

Olive said...

Dear heart, praying for you. The anchor holds in spite of the storm.♥O

Raised In Cotton said...

Hey Sweet Girl~

I am wrapping my arms around you right now ((((HUGS)))~ Sending Love and Support~Always here for you if you feel the need:)))

xoxoxo, Carol

karlascottage.typepad.com said...

Oh honey, I hope things feel better soon.

ME said...

I hope things get better for you soon....

Prior said...

So glad today is a little better...Lezlee

Laura @ 52 FLEA said...

Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers and wishing all good things for you...:) Laura

The Flying Bee said...

So glad you are feeling a little better...remember I am always here for you. I will still be praying, too.

xoxoxo

CosmoGirl Carla said...

Remember that poster with the kitty clutching the tree branch? "Hang in there . . . " Sending you wishes for a quick sail through your rough seas.

Carla

the old white house said...

I am hoping dear Anne that with all of your rain comes a beautiful garden. Theresa xoxo

Shell said...

Annie my Dear, You know I love you to pieces! I hope you feel blessed by all the friends that are surrounding you with the love, the prayers and their Well Wishes!

You are always in my heart, and I hope you know I'd be there for you whatever comes your way!

Big Squeeze and a "Bus" on the Cheek!
Shell

FILIGREE MOON said...

Anne, you have been so in my thoughts and prayers and will continue to be so. ~ Angela

gretchen said...

BE-U-tiful photo...

you have a great eye~
probably two of them, huh?

and a bucket load of friends you've never met...

Sarah said...

Another beautiful expression from your heart! Thinking of you! ~ Sarah

Kendra@Creative Ambitions said...

So glad it's a better day for you today Anne! Thinking about you and still praying for you! Just wanted to say thank you for your email/reply the other day... means alot!! Here for you, too... if you ever need to chat! God has a plan and what may be bad... He can use for good! :)

((BIG HUGS))
Kendra

Anonymous said...

Anne,

Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass but rather learning to dance in the rain!

Your Friend,
Deborah

Linda @ Itsy Bits And Pieces said...

I am so sorry you are going through something so hard...I am keeping you in my prayers XO

cindy said...

I don't know what you're going thru, but I can say I totally get it. We had a bucket or two thrown on our lives this week too. Total game-changer...great analogy. Funny how priorities change so quickly. Here's to strength for both of us :) peace to you,
cindy

Polly said...

What a sweet post! I have tears in my eyes......because.....when I was little and feeling blue, my dad would sing to me "into each life some rain must fall". Thank you for reminding me of that. I can hear his voice like he's sitting next to me.

Glad things are better today Anne!

Sending hugs from afar...

Polly

Sue said...

Simply put. . .you are in my thoughts and prayers! Take care my friend, and take life one day at a time!

Sue

Crystal Rose Cottage said...

Anne...That's what is so great about blogging friends, you can feel their sincere kindness and support. I know you're feeling it! Glad you're a little better today :) ~Patti

Cheryl ~ ZanyMayd said...

We are Happy to be your Umbrella of Prayer....
xox
Cheryl

LaurieAnna's Vintage Home said...

Thinking good thoughts for you Anne....we're here.

Bohemian said...

May you always remain in the Game even if there is a Game Changer... A favorite quote of mine for the 'darker' times in Life reads...

I will love the light for it shows me the way, yet I will endure the darkness for it shows me the stars. - Og Mandino (1923-1996)

Often during the darkest times of my Life the Lord showed me the Stars... often in the form of dear ones who were there for me and shined brightly to illuminate the way. May you have an abundance of Stars... lighting your path.

Dawn... The Bohemian

Gracefully Vintage said...

Anne, Im praying for some sort of good and happy thoughts on what ever the situation is. Wishing the Best..
Karryann

Jemsmom said...

Hang in there girlfriend! As the saying goes... this too shall pass. Thinking of you!

Unknown said...

You are still in my prayers Anne.
I'm glad today was better ~
hoping tomorrow and the rest of your days are just right!!
Tammy :-)
JUNk WILD

Dreamy Whites said...

Hello Anne,
I just wanted you to know I have been thinking and praying for you!
Sending you a big hug!
Love,
Maria

Lili said...

Sending hugs, warm wishes and prayers your way dear Anne. Even on your most difficult days you are always thinking of others, you are such a sweetie and I hope you soon will see that sun come shining through once again for you. xoxo ~Lili

Diane said...

Hope you and your loved ones are doing okay Anne...
Luv ya~
diane
xoxo

Dear Lillie said...

Will definitely continue to keep you in my prayers! And wow - that photo is beautiful and goes so beautifully with the Longfellow poem!

Dear Lillie said...

Whoops - didn't mean to use beautiful twice - I am getting tired! =)

Riki Schumacher said...

Whatever it is Anne, I hope it works it's way out in a positive way. Hang in there, we're here! Hugs, Riki And thanks again for your help, I love my new blog design with your inspiration.

Nita Jo said...

Happy Weekend to you too! You shared one of my favorite scriptures... It's helped me through a lot of "rainy days" and I hope things are looking better for you.

Blessings!
Nita Jo

Jaime Haney said...

Whatever it was, I hope the rain has been replaced by rainbows or will be very soon :)

Jaime

Missy @ Chateau Chic Boutique said...

Hi Anne,
Please know I continue to pray for you. I appreciate that you took the time to send your followers a post to let us know how you're doing. You sure do have a lot of support girl! God moves mountains when there are so many turning to him in prayer for one of his children.
Sincere blessings,
Mis

Rozmeen said...

Thinking of you my lovely friend. Hang in there the sun WILL shine again..

A big hug to you my friend.

xxx

Andi's English Attic said...

Sending you a cyber hug. xx

It's me said...

I am always here for you darling....please mail me if that helps you....i will give you again warmm hugs and lots of love ...and i will thought you in my prayers as long as you need that......a far away friend is also a friend in my heart darling....love love xxxxx.......

Tammy@T's Daily Treasures said...

Dear Anne, faith, family and friends will see you through, as will your positive outlook on life and the power of prayer. Best wishes and blessings, Tammy

Joanna said...

I hate days like that, they take a while to get over don't they? I hope the sun comes out for you today.

Keep strong, dear Anne.

xxx

Megan Chamberlain said...

Look after yourself and your husband. I hope life settles down for you soon. Love and hugs and I am thinking about you.

Draffin Bears said...

Hi Anne,

Have just dropped by for a visit and I hope that life is looking brighter for you.
Just want to wish you all the best for 2011, may you have love, joy, good health and all that makes you happy. My prayers and love are with you.

Hugs
Carolyn

Sissie's Shabby Cottage said...

Hello Anne,
I have been reading all of the comments and I can easily see and feel all of the love, understanding, support and prayers coming your way. Our blogger friends are always the first to lend a shoulder on which to cry.

I hope that there will be brighter days for you sweeties. Just remember you are loved.

hugs
Sissie

savvycityfarmer said...

W.H.E.W!!
I know that you known that we both know God has given His angels charge over us ...

take a few days to reel back in!
You need some down time, honey

'member, I'm just an email away
or and iphone chat

love you more than you know❤

Between Me and You said...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LOi_wxypeGc
A little Celtic Blessing - to tide you over. x

Wendy said...

Anne,
Thoughts and prayers are with you during this season of "rain" and may God hold you extra close and may you feel his comfort and reasurance during this time.
Hugs~
Wendy

ImagiMeri said...

Dearest Anne,

Seems things are getting "wonky" all over. My good friend Sandy of (521 Lakestreet)got a shock recently, and I've been helping her (I hope) through the mess, and found out two days ago that my husband will no longer have a job after the 20th due to an embezzling swine of a boss/owner that ran his company into the ground. We're in our 50's and it's scary in the job market out there. I'm disabled and can't work, so it adds to the stress. Whatever event has happened in your life recently, please realize, and I know you do, God is with you. You and I have never met except in this virtual world of blogging, but should you ever need a shoulder.....contact me meriw@cox.net, I have a huge shoulder (really, I'm a big girl) and big ears.......and I can send you a huge box of tissue! Seriously, I'm here if you need to vent. Your in my thoughts, which are full of grace and kindness to you, and in my prayers for strength and will to help you through this time.

God Bless,
Meri

red.neck chic said...

I love you.

xoxoxo
robelyn

Beth said...

Sending you lots of positive energy from Maine! Hang in there!

Tins and Treasures said...

Good Morning, Anne,
I've been thinking about you, too, since I read your post. I hope whatever troubles you will resolve itself with time. Take care ~Natalie

Valerie@chateaualamode.typepad.com said...

Sending you a great big hug and continued prayers.

Barbara said...

Sending love and good wishes your way...
Take care,
Barbara

Heaven's Walk said...

{{BIG HUG}} to you to day, Anne. You are still in my prayers... ♥

xoxo laurie

SHERRY HART said...

That is the thing about life.....it is never static. Always changing and sometimes not in a way we like. Just like the other post before me....you will get through it...baby steps...lean into it. I hope whatever it is you have some support to help you through it.

Sherry said...

You are in my thoughts and prayers each day. What ever the rain in your life I know you are in good hands.

Libbie said...

That's what makes you so loveable Anne...you wear your heart on your sleave :)

Peridots Garden Blog said...

Dearest Anne,

May God's abundant blessings bring forth the totality of your strengths...may you know you are so loved...may all of our prayers bring additional comfort during this dire time of need...and when you raise your eyes to the heaven's during your darkest moments may God's gentle, guiding, loving hand reach out and touch your cheek...to wipe your tears...to hold you up just when you think you can't...and know...please know prayers are being offered up on your and your family's behalf...with spiritual hugs...sweet loving caresses...and hope...always hope...from all of us who are blessed to know of you!

Sandy

Amy Kinser said...

Let God wrap you in His strong arms, sweet friend.

pamq said...

Ditto what everyone else has commented.

{{{more prayers}}}

Sandi~A Cottage Muse said...

Hoping you are enjoying some sunshine...thinking of you!

Dorthe said...

Dear Anne,

A big hug, warm thoughts, and hopes for you, that your rainy dayes will soon be whiped away, of the beautifull sun, and the happiness, coming from feeling happy, and comforted.
Love, Dorthe

Mel said...

Anne~ i Have been praying for you since the last post... I dont know what your going through ... but I know the ONE who does. So I am holding you before Him.xo.

Lee Weber said...

Hi Anne- we've been crazy busy here, and I haven't checked in. SOrry you have been feeling blue and disrupted. I know that feeling- this whole past year!! I keep having to remind myself that I'm SUPPOSED to be here, and to quit arguing with Him about it!! HUGS

Midwest Cottage and Finds said...

anne,
i am sorry for what you are going thru....i hope with time you have some restful thoughts that will help you get thru this..i stop at my church on my way to work when i need a moment--i will stop by tomorrow and say a special prayer for you....you are in my thoughts.
chris

Michelle May-The Raspberry Rabbits said...

Oh dear...hang in there girlfriend...you are loved. My stomach hurt just reading this and the last post... Sending love and light your way.
xx, shell

Miss Gracie's House said...

Anne,
Just know as much as we love you (and we do) God loves you even more...He is able and faithful to hold you during the roughest of storms...
Rene

Bring Pretty Back said...

Anne, knoow that we are thinking of you .
Sending you a very BIG hug.
Kristin

Char said...

Anne, what is in your life and your heart is yours and yours alone. It is up to you and only you to decide what you want to give up. We are here no matter what the heart gives. One day at a time, one step at a time. Friendship does not depend on how much is said, but who is there to listen, Char

June said...

I just want to hold you tight, Anne girl. Like a daughter...just be there to soothe whatever's wrong away. You are so right...'into every life'
love to you...

Unknown said...

Oh Anne, I hope everything is okay. Sending positive thoughts, lots of prayers, and a big hug your way!!!

Blessings ~

T

Cottage Panache said...

Anne, just saw your first post, and now this one! Hoping you and yours have seen a light shining through your darkness and if not as yet, but very soon for this to shall pass. I don't know if it is loss that you must deal with or disappointment. But I do believe that everything happens for a reason. Hang in there and know that you have so many out here that are praying, thinking and waiting for this crisis, whatever it may be passes or is resolved quickly!

Beatnheart said...

Just look at all the love that is coming your way...Anne..keep the faith.

Rachel Noelle Pallas said...

Im so thankful you are ok. ~~Hugs~~ Rachel

deb christensen said...

i've been slowly catching up with all my favorite blog pals, this was my morning with you! your beautiful photos, awesome finds, and sincere words always stick with me through my day, you touch my heartstrings often. i've carried those words from longfellow with my since my college days (amazing i can still remember them, i can't even remember my dog's name lately) they are good words that remind us we aren't alone on our paths.
and i don't know about you, but i would take a ride on the clam passage ANY day ;~)
take care
deb in kodiak

Debra@CommonGround said...

You know I'm here. love travels the miles apart.


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