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Across the Fence:  A Surprise Visit  |
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
7285 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
7285 Posts |
 Posted - Mar 14 2023 : 4:36:09 PM
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A little before six I watched as a black car drove past my house; back up; and stop in front of my neighbor's home. A grey-haired lady got out and walked to my house. I met her on my front porch, and she told me she had lived in my house in 1959 till the mid 1960s. She talked about much she loved my little house and how happy she and her husband were. Then she went on to say she was in town because she had just lost her son and her sister was trying to keep her busy. I shared with her that I had lost my only child, Dustin, in 2017 so I understood her grief. We visited for a short while then said our goodbyes.
It's strange how you can meet someone for a fleeting moment and feel like you have known them forever. I did learn that she is 82 and I am 81 so we have that in common and probably share similar memories of our up-bringing. Chances are I will never see her again, didn't even get her name, but I would like to think down around Ft Worth I have a friend.
Hugs, Sara "FarmGirl Sister" #6034 Aug 2014
FGOTM Sept 2015 & Feb 2019
Lord put your arm around my shoulders & your hand over my mouth.
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ddmashayekhi
True Blue Farmgirl
4799 Posts
Dawn
Naperville
Illinois
USA
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Posted - Mar 14 2023 : 6:29:14 PM
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I'm glad you had such a nice surprise visit. I do hope she stops by again before she goes home. You both sound like kindred spirits.
Dawn in IL
"Spring: a reminder of how beautiful change can truly be."
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Edited by - ddmashayekhi on Mar 14 2023 6:29:36 PM |
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Jokamartell
True Blue Farmgirl
1777 Posts
Karen
Kennewick
WA
USA
1777 Posts |
Posted - Mar 14 2023 : 6:47:30 PM
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Thanks for sharing, Sara! What a great impromptu visit! :)
Karen :)
To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17261 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17261 Posts |
Posted - Mar 14 2023 : 10:22:56 PM
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Oh Sara,,, thank you for sharing with us.
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9543 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
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Posted - Mar 15 2023 : 03:12:45 AM
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Sara, what a sweet surprise and to have made a new friend.
~Denise
Sister #43~1/18/2007
"I am a bookaholic and I have no desire to be cured." 
"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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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
7285 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
7285 Posts |
Posted - Mar 15 2023 : 09:12:08 AM
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Dawn, Karen, Grace, and Denise I knew y'all would understand how special this was for me.
Hugs, Sara "FarmGirl Sister" #6034 Aug 2014
FGOTM Sept 2015 & Feb 2019
Lord put your arm around my shoulders & your hand over my mouth.
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suny58
True Blue Farmgirl
4464 Posts
Dianna
Jack
Al.
USA
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Posted - Mar 15 2023 : 09:55:07 AM
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Wow, talk about beautiful moments in time, Sara!! This is one of those! Gave me goosebumps. :) I agree with Dawn, you both sound like Kindred spirits!! Hope you can stay in touch now!!
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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nndairy
True Blue Farmgirl
3306 Posts
Heather
Wapakoneta
Ohio
USA
3306 Posts |
Posted - Mar 15 2023 : 11:45:19 AM
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That's an amazing story! Thanks for sharing Sara!!!!
~Heather
Farmgirl Sister #4701
September 2014 Farmgirl of the Month
"The purpose of life is to enjoy every moment" - Yogi teabag
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
7586 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
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Posted - Mar 15 2023 : 12:16:05 PM
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Sara, that is such a great story. I am glad you were able to find another amazing woman just like you. It's crazy how everything happens for a reason, but I bet she needed that visit with you just as much as you needed it. Thank you for sharing your story.
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Dreamer42
True Blue Farmgirl
2800 Posts
April
Central
Oregon
USA
2800 Posts |
Posted - Mar 15 2023 : 5:39:40 PM
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What a beautiful story... and to think you also have the same home in common. Paths always cross for a reason, if only for a fleeting moment. Hugs, Sara.
Dreamer42
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Nancy Gartenman
True Blue Farmgirl
9094 Posts
Nancy
West Seneca
New York
USA
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Posted - Mar 16 2023 : 05:38:10 AM
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Sara,
What a wonderful surprise visit. Just love that . That doesn't happen very often. Almost like in the movies. I know that's something you won't forget.
Hugs NancyJo
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13731 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13731 Posts |
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
7285 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
7285 Posts |
Posted - Mar 16 2023 : 08:59:27 AM
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Dianna, Heather, Krista, April, Nancy Jo, CeeJay, it means a lot to me to know y'all get how much her visit meant to me.
What I have learnt about my house is that everyone who has lived here loved the little house. That has to be one of the reasons I love being here too, my house has known nothing but love and peace since it was moved to Paris after WWII. It might have been born on an army training base during the war but since then it has known only peace.
Hugs, Sara "FarmGirl Sister" #6034 Aug 2014
FGOTM Sept 2015 & Feb 2019
Lord put your arm around my shoulders & your hand over my mouth.
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Marcy
True Blue Farmgirl
2701 Posts
Marcy
Tiverton
Rhode Island
USA
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Posted - Mar 16 2023 : 09:25:54 AM
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What a wonderful story. Thank you so much for sharing.
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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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
7285 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
7285 Posts |
Posted - Mar 16 2023 : 09:31:01 AM
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Thanks Marcy, I think it is special too.
Hugs, Sara "FarmGirl Sister" #6034 Aug 2014
FGOTM Sept 2015 & Feb 2019
Lord put your arm around my shoulders & your hand over my mouth.
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
7053 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
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Posted - Mar 16 2023 : 09:49:54 AM
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Oh my Sara what a wonderful story if your home and the folks who have lived there. Thank you for sharing!
I would love to see a photo of your home if you have one.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6733 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
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Posted - Mar 16 2023 : 4:52:42 PM
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Sara, what a beautiful surprise you had! It is one of those things you would never guess would happen and when it does, you feel very connected in the end. I bet she felt the same way when she left your home too. Being able to visit one's old home is a special gift. As we age, we often think back on certain times in our lives and wonder what has happened . I think a home, where one was very happy, is carved deep in our hearts and to be able to just walk the place again and feel the changes as well as the sameness is like a balm to your heart. I know this lady was grateful for your kindness and hospitality to her request. And like you say, you now feel you have a friend in Ft. Worth. I love this story that you shared!
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015
FGOTM- October 2018 |
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
7285 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
7285 Posts |
Posted - Mar 17 2023 : 04:23:27 AM
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Debbie and Winnie, I loved her visit and now I have another good memory to get me through the not so good days.
Hugs, Sara "FarmGirl Sister" #6034 Aug 2014
FGOTM Sept 2015 & Feb 2019
Lord put your arm around my shoulders & your hand over my mouth.
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