(trying to work on Karen Kahle's spiral chair pad)
It's been so long since my last post that I'm not sure I know how to post anymore! In any event, in the meantime, blogger has changed the posting format. That shouldn't surprise me! I've been gone for such a long time. It first started with some extremely challenging weeks in my classroom. My energy was drained each day to the point of no return. I sometimes wish I had an education blog...the stories I could tell! LOL
I was very, very much looking forward to my spring vacation. But, life often has other plans.
My mother's breast cancer came back in March and took a dramatic turn for the worse a week and a half ago. After a full round of radiation to try and buy her some time, she ended up with a complication which was not repairable. My brother and I are both teachers, so we spent the better part of the last week at her side as she began to make her transition to be with God. She is still fighting the good fight, but her time is limited, and it's just a waiting game. To say that we are numb and exhausted is really an understatement. It's awful to be in this state of limbo--where you know the outcome, but await God's grace to take away her pain.
I'll leave you with a few pictures of my mother's paintings.
Prayers are most welcome.
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38 comments:
you are in my prayers for sure.
Your mother's art work is wonderful.
keeping you in my heart
Cathy
I was wondering where you have been. I'm so sorry to hear about your Mom's battle. Prayers and hugs for you and your family. I hope you can draw from the strength of others at this time..
Hugs, Kim
Dear Courtney, there is little that I can say that would give you comfort right now but I' am so glad that you are sharing your burden with us.
I'm so sorry that your mom is now in palliative care awaiting the end of her earthly journey but my faith gives me strength and I believe in God's grace.
You can depend on me, I will hold you, your mom and all your family in my prayers.
Thanks for sharing her beautiful paintings with us.
I've missed you on Blogger but I understand.
Hugs & prayers
Julia
Oh, I'm so sorry. Saying prayers for you, your brother, and your dear mom.
What grade do you teach again? I know what you mean about exhausting school years. Last year mine was VERY draining. This year has been a big improvement!
Take care, dear one.
Dear Courtney - your Mother is an extremely talented artist; her paintings are lovely. You and your family are added to the Sabbath Keeping Prayer Keeping list; keep up your strength for these difficult days.
Dearest Courtney...of course you all are in my prayers. God is with you all at this time. I had no idea your Mum painted...I love them all, but especially that last one with the oranges/reds...feel like I'm standing there in the field. Wonderful talent. Hugs.
You and your mother are in my prayers.
Warm thoughts,
Kim
I am so sorry to hear about your mother's illness Courtney. Her paintings are so beautiful. My prayers will be with you and your family during this time. This has been such a difficult year for you and you have shown such strength. I admire you so much for your hard work with the students and for the care you have shown your Mom and for your determination to keep moving forward with life and your creativity. I know that God will comfort you each day as you walk through this journey. Each day there will be gifts that will help to shore you up. With Love, Delisa
I will be praying for you. After going through that I know how hard it is to let go. You know the other morning, Friday, I was out in my garden and I was praying, when out of the blue came the message to pray for Courtney. So I have. I love it when that happens. I have missed you so much.
I will keep you before the throne.
Hugs from me to you.
Dearest Courtney,
I have wondered how you are doing! My goodness.... life takes some tremendous turns all at once it seems. I will keep your dear Mom and you and your family in prayers. Her paintings are wonderful! It's evident you have inherited her talents!
Big hugs and prayers for strength and courage in this time of sadness for you and your family.
Cathy G
I haven't been blogging much either, but got on yesterday and noticed that you hadn't posted in a while. Was glad to see you had an update this afternoon when I logged on, but was very sad to hear about your mom. My prayers are with you friend. I heard this song this morning,and it touched me. I hope it brings some comfort. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o9DTwLOxzhE
Tammy
Courtney
My heart and prayers go out to you.
What a blessing to know she'll be free of pain and resting in our Father's arms.
Your mother is a talented artist-You will have a wee piece of her
there with you always.
Hugs-Kimberly
Courtney ~
I was wondering where you've been. I am so sorry to hear about your mom. It is not easy. Prayers and hugs coming your way.
Fondly,
Lauren
Hugging you!
The art is lovely.
God's peace & love to you all.
Courtney - take care of yourself - so sorry your Mom is losing her fight - I'm sure she is comforted by the fact you and your brother have been by her side. Her artwork is wonderful. Hugs
Hi
I know what you are going through. I went through it last year till Mom passed in November, I still miss her everyday,I lived with her and my brother and I took care of her. Meeting people on the blogs has really helped and it is getting me motivated again.
So my prayers are with you and may you find the strength to get by this
suzan
I'm so sorry to hear about your mom and her breast cancer. Her paintings are beautiful.
Hugs,
Angela
My heart aches for you, and prayers for you and your Brother are in order .... Also praying for peace and comfort for your Mom...what beautiful paintings...Her paintings have such a soft almost whispy air to them... Like she has a soft gentle spirit.....
God Bless you and your entire family...
Robin
prayers from new mexico... so sorry!!
the paintings are wonderful - and so will be the chair pad!
I am so sorry to hear about the tough times you and your family have been experiencing. Hugs and prayers to you, your mom and your family. It sounds like you have some tough times ahead. God Bless you.
I'm so sorry to hear about your mother, it's very hard waiting for the inevitable to happen. I hope that her passing is a peaceful one when the time comes.
Prayer s for you and your family at this difficult time... your Mom's paintings are so peaceful and beautiful!
Courtney, I am so sorry to hear your Mother is in such a crisis.
Please know that I will be praying for her and you and your family.
Her paintings are lovely. What a talented lady!
Oh Courtney I'm saddened by the prognosis of your mother's cancer; it wasn't very long ago that I was in your seat. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Try to remember that when a ship leaves the port and heads toward the horizon, you may not be able to see it but the ship is still there. The spirit and memory of your mother will always remain with you. Her paintings are beautiful.
Your circular mat is turning out wonderfully, btw.
Saundra
Courtney, I am so sorry to read this, please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Blessings to you my friend, Julie.
So sorry to hear this sad news..i shall be thinking of you,,take care.
Pixie
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ps Your mum is an amazing artist x
So sorry to hear the news Courtney. Hugs and prayers to you and your family. Tough, tough road ahead.
Suzanne
Keeping you and yours in my thoughts and prayers.
Robyn
Sending prayers and hugs to you and your family.....wishing your mom comfort and peace.
Cindy in Maine
You most certainly have my prayers ~ it is a hard time without a doubt and I'll be sending lots of positive thought your way ~ Alice
You are in my thoughts and prayers. Your Mother's paintings are beautiful. So glad to have met you at the hook-in. Janice
Sending prayers and well wishes. Your mother is so fortunate to have your loving presence. And, she was blessed with GREAT talent. To have lived a full life is a blessing, but so difficult for those left behind. I still have conversations with my Mom who passed away in 2006.
Joys,
Sharon Lovejoy
Courtney: I've been a bit worried about your absence, and it appears to be for good reasons. My heart goes out to all of you. Your mom's art is beautiful, and how fortunate you are to have those to keep near and dear even when she won't be with you. XXXX
And prayers are yours. I prayed for peace both for your mom and for those of you who love her. I prayed for a quick release so that you can rejoice that she is in His presence and outside the physical body that is in pain. I also prayed that someone will come to know Jesus because of this time of suffering.
Blessings, Debbie
Lovely paintings. My thoughts are with you.
Sarah
So sorry to hear about your Mom. Her paintings are lovely, thoughts and prayers going out to you and your family.
Cathy
Hi Courtney, I just wanted to pop by this afternoon and let you know that you were in my thoughts today. I hope that you are having a nice Monday. With Love, Delisa :)
Your mothers paintings are beautiful. I learned to hook when my mother was in the hospital for the last month of her life. It was a relief to hook then and still is. Prayers for you and your family.
Karen
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