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| ceejay48 |
Posted - Jul 09 2019 : 3:22:18 PM
Hi there Farmgirl Sisters,
It's been an unusually long time (for me) since I've been here on the Connection and I just wanted to drop by and say "HI"! I'm sure there are some of you who don't know me, but there are lots of gals who do and I've missed being here.
As you all know, life throws "hiccups" into our paths, some of which are very unexpected and not pleasant. Over the past six years I've been struggling with health issues that have taken me by surprise and are progressively becoming more of a struggle. I won't get into the details of those things other than to say it has all SUCKED the energy, creativity, and productivity out of my life. So much so that I've just had to LET GO OF SO MANY THINGS! And, in that letting go I've had to learn how to manage my day with a lot of limitations and to be "okay" (or as okay as one can be) with it. Just do the best I can. My daughter, says "one foot in front of the other"! My hubby has also had to change his lifestyle to be available to help me.
I lost my beloved Australian cattle dog, sweet Bramble, the end of May 2018, over a year ago to bone cancer. She was my pal, companion, glamping/camping dog and I MISS HER SO MUCH IT HURTS! Will be looking for a new doggie to live with us sometime. And, I almost lost my fun, funny and energetic tortoiseshell kitty, Silky, recently . She was SOOOO very sick with an unspecified infection and was treated by our vet. Thankful to God for healing and restoring her to us.
We were raising Longhorn cows and in April 2018 we butchered our last (biggest and dumbest) steer and sold the remaining "girls". That was a life-changer but we are getting too old for chasing cows . . . and how!
Anyway, I'm trying to do what I can, learn to manage and cope with my "new normal" and stay positive. I'm thankful for my God, my family and my good friends.
I'm hoping to "tune in" to the Connection a little more frequently than I have been. I'd always been there daily and posting a lot. I also hope to make more farmgirl sister acquaintances.
Thanks for listening!
Farmgirl Best Wishes,
CJ Armstrong
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
my aprons - http://www.facebook.com/FarmFreshAprons
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
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| HollerGirl56 |
Posted - Jul 28 2019 : 03:38:40 AM
I was very glad to see your post! I had been wondering where you were. Praying for your health and happiness.
Old Age Ain't No Place For Sissies!------Bette Davis |
| ceejay48 |
Posted - Jul 19 2019 : 2:08:37 PM
Yes, April! One day at a time and I'm trying to see the positive and focus on that and what the Lord is doing for me each day!
THANK YOU for prayers!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
my aprons - http://www.facebook.com/FarmFreshAprons
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
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| Dreamer42 |
Posted - Jul 18 2019 : 1:12:01 PM
Continued prayers being sent your way! Sounds like you are already in the moment with a heart full of gratitude! That's all any of us can do, one day at a time! ((hugs)) to you CJ!
Dreamer42
Farmgirl Sister #7038 |
| ceejay48 |
Posted - Jul 16 2019 : 10:44:18 AM
Julie, THANK YOU!!! I'm grateful for you and all you farmgirl sisters!
Joan, THANK YOU!!! I appreciate you, your prayers and encouragements!!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
my aprons - http://www.facebook.com/FarmFreshAprons
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
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| Simple Living |
Posted - Jul 14 2019 : 07:41:47 AM
Hi CeeJay, I had no clue you have been struggling all these years. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. I pray all gets better soon and for you to remain strong and uplifted. We love you CeeJay.
Put your hair up in a bun, drink some coffee and handle it.
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| treelady |
Posted - Jul 13 2019 : 7:57:41 PM
Welcome back Cee Jay. You have been missed by so many and it is good to see you here on the farm. Farmgirls take care of their own so let us wrap you in prayers and love and hope they help with making your days easier.
A little rain can straighten a flower stem. A little love can change a life.
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| ceejay48 |
Posted - Jul 13 2019 : 10:25:29 AM
Oh Karla, THANK YOU so much for your kind comments, encouragements, your friendship and prayers! You have blessed me in so many ways.
Sending HUGS, LOVE and PRAYERS back to you!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
my aprons - http://www.facebook.com/FarmFreshAprons
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
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| hoosiercountry |
Posted - Jul 12 2019 : 4:14:19 PM
Dearest Cee Jay, tears filled my eyes seeing you post here again. I have thought of you soooooo often, waiting to hear anything from you.
You are in my prayers for sure, I too know the difficulty of having to let go of things, and refocus on what I can do. My husband calls this age of D&D (doctors & drugs) instead of R&R. I so hope to see you on here more, for me personally it's truly not been quite the same. For the ones that are new and don't know you, their lives will be so enriched getting to know the kind loving farm girl sister you are.
Many hugs and much love my dear friend. Hugs Karla
FGOM March 2018
I dusted once, it came back. I'm not falling for that again. |
| ceejay48 |
Posted - Jul 12 2019 : 11:50:06 AM
Winnie, thank you for your positive encouragement. I only hope that things will be less complicated.
THANK YOU SO MUCH!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
my aprons - http://www.facebook.com/FarmFreshAprons
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
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| Red Tractor Girl |
Posted - Jul 11 2019 : 2:11:35 PM
CeeJay, it is so good to hear from you! I am happy to hear that you are finding a new normal that makes your life less complicated so you can preserve your time for things that you can enjoy. Sending you lots of Florida Farmgirl Hugs and prayers!!!
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015
FGOTM- October 2018 |
| ceejay48 |
Posted - Jul 11 2019 : 10:16:18 AM
THANK YOU Denise! You and your prayers are so very appreciated!
Gracie . . .THANK YOU . . .maybe someday we can hug each other again!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
my aprons - http://www.facebook.com/FarmFreshAprons
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
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| katmom |
Posted - Jul 11 2019 : 09:18:33 AM
Cj,,, it goes with out saying... always wrapping you in hugz-n-squisches...
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Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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| levisgrammy |
Posted - Jul 11 2019 : 04:41:38 AM
Cj,
As always you are in my thoughts and prayers! It seems as time goes on we are always changing to a new normal whatever that may be. I appreciate you and your love for the Lord and your family.
BIG HUGS!
~Denise
Sister #43~1/18/2007
"Home is where we find comfort, security, memories, friendship, hospitality, and above all, family. It is the place that deserves our commitment and loyalty." William J. Bennett
"Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path." Psalm 119:105
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| ceejay48 |
Posted - Jul 10 2019 : 4:18:57 PM
THANKS TO EVERYONE OF YOU FARMGIRL SISTERS WHO HAVE COME ALONG SIDE OF ME! MEANS MORE THAN I CAN DESCRIBE!!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
my aprons - http://www.facebook.com/FarmFreshAprons
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
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| ceejay48 |
Posted - Jul 10 2019 : 4:17:52 PM
Peggy, THANK YOU for your prayers and encouragements. I pray for you and your health too!!
Krista, I've missed the chat as well . . . and I THANK YOU for your thoughtfulness!
Dawn, THANK YOU for encouragement and prayers!
Nancy, THANK YOU for your thoughtfulness!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
my aprons - http://www.facebook.com/FarmFreshAprons
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
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| Tumbleweed |
Posted - Jul 10 2019 : 3:15:16 PM
Hi C.J.
Sorry to hear about your health issues. Hope you are doing better.
I remember when you posted about Bramble's crossing over. She was a beauty.
Glad to see you back. Hope things get better soon for you.
TW
The fun begins where the sidewalk ends.
Shel Silverstein |
| ddmashayekhi |
Posted - Jul 10 2019 : 2:35:12 PM
Welcome back CJ. So glad you are returning, I have missed your posts. Praying things will improve for you.
Dawn in IL
Though we travel the world over to find the beautiful, we must carry it with us or we find it not.
R.W. Emerson |
| MaryJanesNiece |
Posted - Jul 10 2019 : 11:51:16 AM
CJ, I was just thinking of you the other day and wondering if everything was okay. I'm so sorry to hear about all these rough times you are experiencing. You will be in my thoughts. I too also hope to see you around more. I have missed chatting with you and hearing about what's going on over there. Sorry again about your sweet puppy. I hope you can find a new furry friend soon. Keep your head up and take it one day at a time. We are all here for you. Farmgirl hugs.
Krista |
| LadyInRed |
Posted - Jul 10 2019 : 11:37:26 AM
CJ...it is hard to keep a good Farmgirl Down...you are constantly in my prayers! Life can come at you with a
Bombshell sometimes and knock you down and out for a good length of time...but Our Beloved Papa God always reaches
down and picks you back up and dusts you off and says Follow Me! You know you are not lost to the hearts of those
who love and appreciate you!! Give Papa God your hand and put one foot in front of the other and move forward.
Know that we all give you permission to take care of YOU...First and Foremost...so just get on the boards as you
feel up to it.
Love, Hugs, and Prayers,
Peggy
Farmgirl #1326
Member since Feb. 2010
Dec 2011-Farmgirl of the Month
Aug 2018-Farmgirl of the Month
LOVE YOU TO THE BEACH AND BACK!
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| ceejay48 |
Posted - Jul 10 2019 : 10:47:06 AM
Bless you Sherone! You are special to me too . . . praying for you this morning!
Marcy. . . so sorry you have not felt well but glad you're doing better. Thank you for your kindness!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
my aprons - http://www.facebook.com/FarmFreshAprons
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
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| Marcy |
Posted - Jul 10 2019 : 09:58:34 AM
CJ,
It is so wonderful to have you back with us! I have missed you so much. I will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. I've been dealing with a few health issues myself, but thankfully I am starting to feel a bit better. If you ever need anything and you think I might be able to help, I am right here.
love and hugs,
Marcy
Farmgirl #170
FGOTM August 2012
Since you get more joy out of giving joy to others, you should put a good deal of thought into the happiness that you are able to give...Eleanor Roosevelt
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| sherone_13 |
Posted - Jul 10 2019 : 07:30:47 AM
CeeJay,
So good to see you back. I have been struggling with health issues myself. I feel what you are saying about the "new norm" and having to give up things you really love. Coming to the farm with all these wonderful ladies and living vicariously through them has really helped me. I hope to see you here a lot because you are Special to me.
Sherone
Farmgirl Sister #93
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| ceejay48 |
Posted - Jul 10 2019 : 07:23:32 AM
Sara, THANK YOU!! I think of you and pray for you as I know you are dealing with your own health concerns.
Karin, THANK YOU!! I appreciate your prayers!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
my aprons - http://www.facebook.com/FarmFreshAprons
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
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| craftingram |
Posted - Jul 10 2019 : 07:02:12 AM
I have been missing your posts and wondering what might be going on. I knew you were struggling with health issues and am so sorry to hear that they have not gotten better. Will be keeping you in prayer and look forward to seeing you on the forum when you are feeling up to it.
Karin
Sister #2708
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| YellowRose |
Posted - Jul 10 2019 : 04:03:53 AM
CeeJay it's so good to have you here again. Hope you will be able to post often. You have been missed.
Sara~~~ FarmGirl Sister #6034 8/25/14
FarmGirl of the Month Sept 2015. & Feb 2019
Lord put your arm around my shoulders and your hand over my mouth.
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