tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13163430.post2688823265757900285..comments2023-10-18T08:14:35.207-04:00Comments on Thistle Cove Farm: End of an EraThistle Cove Farmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15722295191884810953noreply@blogger.comBlogger44125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13163430.post-54233512458006524232014-05-18T10:39:29.450-04:002014-05-18T10:39:29.450-04:00I am sorry that I haven't had a chance to visi...I am sorry that I haven't had a chance to visit and comment. DH's health issues have escalated and he's now in the hospital with PE. Time has been precious and will get more so. <br /><br />I pray that you find strength and contentment with this new path you are forging. Yes, it is time for you to start a new chapter in your life. Grace and love to you, sweetie. Donnahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05347598432040432610noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13163430.post-20103429349622661622014-05-13T22:36:41.112-04:002014-05-13T22:36:41.112-04:00Deborah, thank you for your prayers; they are need...Deborah, thank you for your prayers; they are needed and appreciated.<br /><br />Celestina, change is the only constant in life, other than Christ, He's the constant stability in life.<br /><br />Lisa, I believe I can handle change as long as Jesus is with me.<br /><br />Vicki, it was a hard decision but a good decision; still sad though.<br /><br />Annie, it's a sad truth that I've been a better Mom to the animals than a lot of birth mothers.<br /><br />Romi, thank you for your prayers and your visit; both are appreciated.<br /><br />Gretchen, we are called to be transparent, are we not? Eventually, most everyone will be the one left behind; it's nice to know we're not alone.<br /><br />Jane and Lance, not so strong am I but strong because I lean on Christ. without Him I have no strength at all. letting the sheep and 'pacas go to a new home was a good decision, for all of us but it was teary for me.<br />Thistle Cove Farmhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15722295191884810953noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13163430.post-14173939467830972422014-05-13T22:07:48.008-04:002014-05-13T22:07:48.008-04:00Kathy, thank you and yes, it's hard but it'...Kathy, thank you and yes, it's hard but it's also time.<br /><br />Linda, it was strange but they sheep and 'pacas have a great home; that helps me emotionally. Physically, it's a load of work off my back.<br /><br />Sparky, you're so kind, thank you. It was hard but the right thing to do. I'm moving the farm name with me and will keep blogging at the new farm.<br /><br />Catherine, thank you for your prayers and your visit; I am grateful for both gifts.<br /><br />Glenda, thank you for your prayers; the animals and I are better off but it is the end of an era. <br /><br />Diana, giving away the sheep was, especially, bittersweet but it's for the better for all of us.<br /><br />Dori, the sheep and 'pacas have a great home and I feel good about giving them away. still sad though.<br /><br />Debbie, no, haven't sold the farm yet, just gave away the sheep and 'pacas. good decision, but sad.<br /><br />Pom, God is strong and I lean on Him...a LOT.<br /><br />Mildred, this change is hard but it's also good.<br /><br />Lynne, yes, I still own the farm but it's for sale; the sheep and 'pacas have moved to a new home. it's a good thing for all of us but bittersweet.<br /><br />Country Gal, thank you and it's bittersweet but a good decision for all of us.<br /><br />Quinn, it's a good decision but still sad; the animals have a good home and that's less work for me; all in all, a good thing all way 'round.<br /><br />Buttons, it did need to be done and was a good decision but I still cried.<br />Thistle Cove Farmhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15722295191884810953noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13163430.post-76406744996091853732014-05-06T20:18:38.951-04:002014-05-06T20:18:38.951-04:00Many prayers for you, your friend Stephanie and fo...Many prayers for you, your friend Stephanie and for Thistle Cove Farm.<br /><br />God will continue to bless you. You are in my prayers.LesleyAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15029775769456404573noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13163430.post-9222285235879323722014-05-04T19:49:11.569-04:002014-05-04T19:49:11.569-04:00Sandra, My heart goes out to you. How difficult th...Sandra, My heart goes out to you. How difficult this choice had to be, but it will lead to new adventures, with God at your side all the way. My prayers are with you and for your sister!<br /><br />Blessings,<br />GertGerthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01155756653275943469noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13163430.post-85924517956617070582014-05-02T08:54:54.569-04:002014-05-02T08:54:54.569-04:00My heart aches for you......I know what you are ta...My heart aches for you......I know what you are talking about......it resonates with me so much. Since my head injury 2 and a half years ago, my life has changed. I need to give up things that I never thought I would have to. With getting older, and just life in general, times evolve. we don't always see it coming. And sometimes, even though right, change is difficult. I am thinking of you. wondering, what is next for you?Hilaryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02528439226293446420noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13163430.post-73247391879806108082014-05-01T00:28:31.688-04:002014-05-01T00:28:31.688-04:00Dear Sandra, what a choice to make! But you did it...Dear Sandra, what a choice to make! But you did it gracefully and with good intentions and your animals are safe and loved once again. You are pretty well the most courageous woman I know. Blessings to you and yours, especially Stephanie. You are a rock, and an inspiration to me and I'm sure to all your readers. Go well!Carolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01914350639398715648noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13163430.post-24862530630735281302014-04-29T18:08:57.702-04:002014-04-29T18:08:57.702-04:00Still praying for you and yours. Change can be so ...Still praying for you and yours. Change can be so very hard.<br />Love to you, friend.Dawnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14094197945284879330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13163430.post-17655194003698824732014-04-29T16:28:03.711-04:002014-04-29T16:28:03.711-04:00Sandra,
Releasing the knots and unraveling each...Sandra, <br /><br />Releasing the knots and unraveling each thread of the "life~tapestry" you created on the farm with the love of your life takes a strength I can not imagine. Yet you do so with gentle (heartbroken) grace. I think your husband would be proud of your strength as you make these choices and changes... <br /><br />The wonderful (tho difficult at times) truth is that even as each pulled thread falls at your feet, the memories of everything you built there, shared there, loved there will be yours forever. <br /><br />IssyWoman Seeking Centerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14940928888290866843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13163430.post-53263536519266119902014-04-29T16:07:45.272-04:002014-04-29T16:07:45.272-04:00Sandra, I'm praying for your sister and for yo...Sandra, I'm praying for your sister and for you. None of this can be easy for you. Just reading this post made me tear up as I remembered our wonderful visit with you and Dave at Thistle Cove. There is something magical about that place. Or maybe your love for it made it seem magical. You are in my thoughts and prayers.<br /><br />Sending love! MeeganMeegan, Dreaming in the Gloaminghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06227464908284533058noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13163430.post-20356966408227747232014-04-29T12:11:44.045-04:002014-04-29T12:11:44.045-04:00You always have my prayers Sandra and now for your...You always have my prayers Sandra and now for your sister also. It must have been hard to see your flock go - somewhat like when our children go out into the world on their own. I'm glad you found a good new home for them. As someone else said - it's time for new adventures. Lots of hugs!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14698801749067092572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13163430.post-52051955420890366252014-04-29T10:37:55.770-04:002014-04-29T10:37:55.770-04:00Who is stewarding whom?
The land is tangible in i...Who is stewarding whom?<br /><br />The land is tangible in its stewardship of humans.<br /><br />Livestock too.<br /><br />Cannot imagine the grief of stewarding your flock into new hands. But we take that on at the front end of any pet/livestock relationship. Joy/pain together.<br /><br />Have you read Founding Fathers? How their agrarian life shaped the Constitution & more.....<br /><br />XO TTara Dillardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16233493520013405385noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13163430.post-41595987073180216962014-04-29T10:17:57.399-04:002014-04-29T10:17:57.399-04:00I hope the new season speeds yours and your sister...I hope the new season speeds yours and your sister's healing. I love your precious farm, and believe you are in one of the best places in the world to heal, and love a beautiful life.<br />Hugs,<br />AndreaAndrea Ostapovitchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11151794751876169584noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13163430.post-3348860805858963822014-04-29T09:32:18.420-04:002014-04-29T09:32:18.420-04:00Your flowers are beautiful. I would LOVE to live...Your flowers are beautiful. I would LOVE to live on a farm. My Mamaw and Papaw had a small one when I was growing up and I so much enjoyed staying there (except, when they killed hogs). I've prayed for your sister for healing and peace and comfort!Breathing In Gracehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13302608654931936520noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13163430.post-66810371496241119312014-04-29T07:59:27.668-04:002014-04-29T07:59:27.668-04:00 Prayers for your sister, and for you as you navig... Prayers for your sister, and for you as you navigate these new waters. You have done a fine job stewarding the animals and have put them in competent hands as you move forward. <br /><br /> When one door closes, another opens... we look forward to your journey, and perhaps less farm work on the horizon!!...<br />Karen thisoldhouse2.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03302171590212119499noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13163430.post-47902960368047232812014-04-29T07:47:05.128-04:002014-04-29T07:47:05.128-04:00Sandra, I'll pray for her. Sounds like you hav...Sandra, I'll pray for her. Sounds like you have so much on your plate. That farm is a lot to handle.<br />My Daughter and I visit an alpaca<br />farm the other side of town. They are sweet animals.<br />I think you are a wise Lady. Big hug Sandy.<br />yvonneLa Petite Galleryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09553902574516930172noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13163430.post-55132979948904197472014-04-29T07:38:02.877-04:002014-04-29T07:38:02.877-04:00You have gone through so many difficult times and ...You have gone through so many difficult times and hard changes..may God continue to strengthen you ! :) Deb @ Frugal Little Bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13091419343402163298noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13163430.post-35195209140434203572014-04-29T07:31:01.568-04:002014-04-29T07:31:01.568-04:00I admire your strength! Will be thinking and prayi...I admire your strength! Will be thinking and praying for you, take care~Nancy's Noteshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06581544104958017280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13163430.post-79100410645633598332014-04-29T07:16:15.203-04:002014-04-29T07:16:15.203-04:00It is bittersweet for me to read this because I ha...It is bittersweet for me to read this because I have been reading your blog long before I began blogging and know how precious your sheep are to you. So many changes are needful , but still a bit sad. Knowing you are still very vigorous and interested in all God has in store for you though assures me you have many new adventures to come. Let the new adventures begin !KathyB.https://www.blogger.com/profile/13076933273610590290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13163430.post-32270680501857433342014-04-29T07:05:17.275-04:002014-04-29T07:05:17.275-04:00Dearest Sandra ~ You are such a strong lady and I&...Dearest Sandra ~ You are such a strong lady and I'm sure letting go of your animal family was hard to do. Bless your heart!<br /><br />I know what you mean about the first year after your husband's leaving this planet for his heavenly home, being a blur. We do what we have to do to get along. I'm sure he's very proud of you and rooting for you too, as you walk by faith.<br /><br />You and your sister are in my prayers.<br /><br />Love and hugs to you ~ FlowerLadyFlowerLady Lorrainehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17678852154334714784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13163430.post-91350714712905822642014-04-29T06:13:21.281-04:002014-04-29T06:13:21.281-04:00I'm glad that you have good stewards to take ...I'm glad that you have good stewards to take up your stewardship with your gorgeous animals, we all know this has had to be difficult but can there be some consolation in them (new stewards). Prayers for your Stephanie...and my thoughts are with you too (thank you for the info on the Jerusalem donkey, interesting) Lynnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17458351240865452950noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13163430.post-47143501048018780812014-04-29T04:57:58.460-04:002014-04-29T04:57:58.460-04:00Dearest Sandra:
We do, at least to a degree for o...Dearest Sandra:<br /><br />We do, at least to a degree for one can never be that other person, empathise with all that you write here and how you must feel as everything around you begins to change.<br /><br />But we believe you to be a strong person and with that certainty we know that you will come through all that even now lies ahead. The future will be very different but we are sure that it too will brings its rewards.<br /><br />Meanwhile be assured that you are, as always, in our thoughts and prayers.Jane and Lance Hattatthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16831890261259302647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13163430.post-73511770377392714402014-04-29T01:37:54.714-04:002014-04-29T01:37:54.714-04:00God bless you, Dear. I'm glad you have the wil...God bless you, Dear. I'm glad you have the will to write about all the changes, and bring us all into your world. It's heartening to hear how you have made use of the history of your life as told in your old blog posts - and I'm sure that just writing down the days helps process all that goes on. <br /> I wish I could come and eat a brownie with you!GretchenJoannahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13641677400029070452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13163430.post-18020116495987254122014-04-29T01:04:45.004-04:002014-04-29T01:04:45.004-04:00Thank you for your comment in my blog.
I am prayi...Thank you for your comment in my blog.<br /><br />I am praying with you.Romihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10798019837658682377noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13163430.post-51596135059412446882014-04-29T00:40:59.989-04:002014-04-29T00:40:59.989-04:00Change is hard. Even good change is hard. It's...Change is hard. Even good change is hard. It's good to know that you can visit your flock, even if you don't. Your sister is in my prayers. And you, too!Lindahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08450792092084530798noreply@blogger.com