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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13564 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13564 Posts |
 Posted - Jul 09 2019 : 3:22:18 PM
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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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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
6437 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
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Posted - Jul 09 2019 : 3:46:48 PM
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I have missed you on the farm CJ but have been keeping up with you though emails, cards and letters. You know I always keep you in my heart, thoughts, and prayers always. Hang in there Sweet Friend. Love Ya!
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Colorado
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the ocean.” Lord Byron”
Women are Angels, and
when someone breaks our wings we simply continue to fly on our Broomsticks. We’re flexible like that.
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7446 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7446 Posts |
Posted - Jul 09 2019 : 3:56:38 PM
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I've missed your posts, CJ. I hope things get easier for you soon. So glad to see you back with us.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015 and April 2017
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13564 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13564 Posts |
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Killarney
True Blue Farmgirl
4889 Posts
Connie
Arlington
TN
USA
4889 Posts |
Posted - Jul 09 2019 : 4:45:07 PM
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Hey CJ! I live by your daughters advice, one foot at a time! Sorry you had some rough struggles. Those of us who have lost pets know how you heart misses your Bramble.Its been hard for me to adapt to health issues that change the way I use to do things, so I so understand! Good to hear from you! Big Farmgirl hug! Sunflowers always make me smile.Hope this one makes you smile. Continued farmgirl prayers!
Connie #3392
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windypines
True Blue Farmgirl
4100 Posts
Michele
Bruce
Wisconsin
USA
4100 Posts |
Posted - Jul 09 2019 : 4:52:59 PM
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best wishes to you CeeJay. Sorry to hear of all of your trials in life. I hope things improve for you.
Farming in WI
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suny58
True Blue Farmgirl
4330 Posts
Dianna
Jack
Al.
USA
4330 Posts |
Posted - Jul 09 2019 : 4:55:59 PM
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Hi CJ,
I knew you were having health issues when I received an email asking for prayers!! I'm sorry about Brambles again, I know how awful it is to lose our furbaby best buds! Then with all the health issues to boot! It seems you are walking hand in hand with God through all this as you sound so hopeful and positive! I do continue to pray for ONLY THE BEST of the best things to happen for you and your husband!!I know that finding so much to be thankful for has helped me tremendously in my life! I see you as a very positive, uplifting soul! Lifting you up CJ and it's good to see you on here again. Huge hugs....
Farmgirl #7103
FGOTM January 2018
Dianna
"Blessed are they that see beautiful things in humble places, where other people see nothing." Pissarro |
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loribeck
True Blue Farmgirl
588 Posts
Lori
Alvordton
36
USA
588 Posts |
Posted - Jul 09 2019 : 8:00:05 PM
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Hi CJ. Glad to meet you. Hope you get to spend more time on here chatting with us. Prayers for your health issues. That can be tough. Making changes and learning to live with a new you is a challenge. I have had to do that due to a horrible car accident two years ago that nearly killed me and left me with a brain injury and constant body pain. There are days that I limp so bad that I use a cane to start the day. I have had to make some changes and am getting used to the new me. I'm sorry to hear about your dog. They are like family, aren't they? I will be thinking about you and praying for you. Hope to hear from you soon
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13564 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13564 Posts |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13564 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13564 Posts |
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
6791 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
6791 Posts |
Posted - Jul 10 2019 : 04:03:53 AM
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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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craftingram
True Blue Farmgirl
526 Posts
Karin
Nashville
In
USA
526 Posts |
Posted - Jul 10 2019 : 07:02:12 AM
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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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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13564 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13564 Posts |
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sherone_13
True Blue Farmgirl
2460 Posts
Sherone
Evanston
WY
USA
2460 Posts |
Posted - Jul 10 2019 : 07:30:47 AM
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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
My Blog
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www.youravon.com/sheronetaylor
Women are angels. When someone breaks our wings, we just jump on our broomsticks and fly! We are flexible that way! |
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Marcy
True Blue Farmgirl
2698 Posts
Marcy
Tiverton
Rhode Island
USA
2698 Posts |
Posted - Jul 10 2019 : 09:58:34 AM
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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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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13564 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13564 Posts |
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LadyInRed
True Blue Farmgirl
6740 Posts
PeggyAnn
Vancouver
WA
USA
6740 Posts |
Posted - Jul 10 2019 : 11:37:26 AM
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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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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
6680 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
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Posted - Jul 10 2019 : 11:51:16 AM
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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.
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ddmashayekhi
True Blue Farmgirl
4714 Posts
Dawn
Naperville
Illinois
USA
4714 Posts |
Posted - Jul 10 2019 : 2:35:12 PM
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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.
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Tumbleweed
True Blue Farmgirl
1019 Posts
Nancy
Texas
USA
1019 Posts |
Posted - Jul 10 2019 : 3:15:16 PM
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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.
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13564 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13564 Posts |
Posted - Jul 10 2019 : 4:17:52 PM
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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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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13564 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13564 Posts |
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9233 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9233 Posts |
Posted - Jul 11 2019 : 04:41:38 AM
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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
http://www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com/
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17023 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17023 Posts |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13564 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13564 Posts |
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6517 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6517 Posts |
Posted - Jul 11 2019 : 2:11:35 PM
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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 |
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