Family Poems and Stories 2010-2017
Viewing comments for Chapter 14 "Minneapolis bound"...musings on us
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Comment from wondertwin
Thanks for sharing this Patty... I will keep you in my prayers and I started now before typing this response. I don't have any advice, but I know God will help you every step of the way!
PS, I've heard other people complain about not getting posting notifications recently, but I'm not getting your notifications anymore either.-Not that is is supposed to make you worry. You have enough on your plate, I just wanted you to know I didn't disappear on you :) Blessings, AmyJo
reply by the author on 14-May-2017
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Thanks for sharing this Patty... I will keep you in my prayers and I started now before typing this response. I don't have any advice, but I know God will help you every step of the way!
PS, I've heard other people complain about not getting posting notifications recently, but I'm not getting your notifications anymore either.-Not that is is supposed to make you worry. You have enough on your plate, I just wanted you to know I didn't disappear on you :) Blessings, AmyJo
Comment Written 11-May-2017
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Hi AmyJo; thank you so much for your kind concern for my trip. I'm back and I will be posting a story about the journey later today. Your good thoughts and prayers were a blessing to me,
~patty~
Comment from emptypage
You should NEVER tell people when you are leaving, Patty! Don't you know they're going to rob you while you are gone?
Sorry... just got through reading Stew Bowl (your questions were great) and I have some leftover smartass.
Be safe!
reply by the author on 14-May-2017
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You should NEVER tell people when you are leaving, Patty! Don't you know they're going to rob you while you are gone?
Sorry... just got through reading Stew Bowl (your questions were great) and I have some leftover smartass.
Be safe!
Comment Written 10-May-2017
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Hello Marla; when I got home, the place was safe and sound. The best part of the homecoming (after seeing hubby), was the reunion with the dogs!
~patty~
Comment from BeasPeas
Blessings on this important trip for you, Patty. I don't think you have anything to fear from your son. You're in control of your own actions and emotions. He has to be willing to help himself and mean it. Pray that he has reached his "bottom," and ready to get the help he needs. Marilyn
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Blessings on this important trip for you, Patty. I don't think you have anything to fear from your son. You're in control of your own actions and emotions. He has to be willing to help himself and mean it. Pray that he has reached his "bottom," and ready to get the help he needs. Marilyn
Comment Written 10-May-2017
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Hi Marilyn; thank you so much for your kind concern for my trip. I'm back and I will be posting a story about the journey later today. Your good thoughts and prayers were a blessing to me,
~patty~
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You're welcome. I'm glad you're home safe and sound. Marilyn
Comment from dweigt
Good luck. Sounds like a very difficult situation in so many ways. I can't imagine having to take such precautions around a loved one, but, as you said, you are dealing with the addiction as well as the person.
Hope it goes well for you and your son.
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Good luck. Sounds like a very difficult situation in so many ways. I can't imagine having to take such precautions around a loved one, but, as you said, you are dealing with the addiction as well as the person.
Hope it goes well for you and your son.
Comment Written 10-May-2017
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Hi; thank you so much for your kind concern for my trip. I'm back and I will be posting a story about the journey later today. Your good thoughts and prayers were a blessing to me,
~patty~
PS; thank you so much for the shiny stars
Comment from JDRBAR
My heart breaks for you. I've started a book about my own son, and maybe someday I'll finish it. My son sounds like your son, but maybe a little worse. My family disowned him, but he was the youngest of my children, my baby. I could never turn my back on him. He died in 2008 from cancer at the age of 36, never having had a chance to really discover the good in life. Love your son, but stay firm.
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My heart breaks for you. I've started a book about my own son, and maybe someday I'll finish it. My son sounds like your son, but maybe a little worse. My family disowned him, but he was the youngest of my children, my baby. I could never turn my back on him. He died in 2008 from cancer at the age of 36, never having had a chance to really discover the good in life. Love your son, but stay firm.
Comment Written 10-May-2017
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thank you so much for your kind concern for my trip. I'm back and I will be posting a story about the journey later today. Your good thoughts and prayers were a blessing to me,
~patty~
Comment from bookishfabler
I am once again behind her on Fanstory. You are probably gone by now. I wish you all the luck in the world. I have no advice. I can not imagine what this would be like.
hugs Heidi
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I am once again behind her on Fanstory. You are probably gone by now. I wish you all the luck in the world. I have no advice. I can not imagine what this would be like.
hugs Heidi
Comment Written 10-May-2017
reply by the author on 14-May-2017
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Hi Heidi; thank you so much for your kind concern for my trip. I'm back and I will be posting a story about the journey later today. Your good thoughts and prayers were a blessing to me,
~patty~
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I hope all went well
Comment from XGoneX
Hello Patty,
I'm really sorry to learn your ordeal. I read that final chapter of that novella you wrote about your son, and I thought he was recovering. It's not the case, and I'm sorry. I can only imagine what you, as a parent, must be feeling and thinking. Don't think it's the last time you will see your son. Try to think positive. Positive thoughts and believing in them bring a better outcome more than often. I know, that this is a very complicated situation. You are wise in taking all those precautions.
I do hope that everything goes well, and your son is ready for help. Addictions can be very hard to endure. From experience, I tell you that is true, in any addiction, the person needs to be ready and really want the change. I wish everything goes well and that you bring good news.
All the best, J x
reply by the author on 14-May-2017
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Hello Patty,
I'm really sorry to learn your ordeal. I read that final chapter of that novella you wrote about your son, and I thought he was recovering. It's not the case, and I'm sorry. I can only imagine what you, as a parent, must be feeling and thinking. Don't think it's the last time you will see your son. Try to think positive. Positive thoughts and believing in them bring a better outcome more than often. I know, that this is a very complicated situation. You are wise in taking all those precautions.
I do hope that everything goes well, and your son is ready for help. Addictions can be very hard to endure. From experience, I tell you that is true, in any addiction, the person needs to be ready and really want the change. I wish everything goes well and that you bring good news.
All the best, J x
Comment Written 09-May-2017
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Hi J; thank you so much for your kind concern for my trip. I'm back and I will be posting a story about the journey later today. Your good thoughts and prayers were a blessing to me,
~patty~
Comment from Marvin Calloway
What a sad thing to have happen to you and your family.
Going through an ordeal such as this tends to make a person stronger. In your case you've been a strong person for some time. You may not wish to be any stronger at this price.
You're showing so much courage and goodness. By providing this personal incite into your life you could be helping many others.
Did mother's day have anything to do with the timing of the trip?
Prayers, Marv
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What a sad thing to have happen to you and your family.
Going through an ordeal such as this tends to make a person stronger. In your case you've been a strong person for some time. You may not wish to be any stronger at this price.
You're showing so much courage and goodness. By providing this personal incite into your life you could be helping many others.
Did mother's day have anything to do with the timing of the trip?
Prayers, Marv
Comment Written 09-May-2017
reply by the author on 14-May-2017
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Hi Marv; thank you so much for your kind concern for my trip. I'm back and I will be posting a story about the journey later today. Your good thoughts and prayers were a blessing to me,
~patty~
Comment from Meia (MESAYERS)
Prepared to have a conversation about my concerns and his need to get some help, I've done the research. I'm armed with a list of resources in the area. I know the talks may not be pleasant, but I know only my husband and I are willing to have them with him. People have questioned why my husband isn't going with me, and we prayed and decided Gregory is more likely to listen to me. He and I were always the closest. Dave loves him with all his heart, but they had the usual father-son issues.
In short, dear FanStory family, I ask all of you to think of me over the next few days. I will miss my computer and the friendly banter I share with you. I'm purposely posting this a few days before I leave - I'm counting on you guys to chime in and offer advice, and prayers. When I get back, I will have a lot to share - I pray it will be good. '
I cannot wait until you return,I wish you a safe journey and this piece was as usual magnificent, I wish you a fantastic trip and can't wait to hear all about it love Meia xx
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Prepared to have a conversation about my concerns and his need to get some help, I've done the research. I'm armed with a list of resources in the area. I know the talks may not be pleasant, but I know only my husband and I are willing to have them with him. People have questioned why my husband isn't going with me, and we prayed and decided Gregory is more likely to listen to me. He and I were always the closest. Dave loves him with all his heart, but they had the usual father-son issues.
In short, dear FanStory family, I ask all of you to think of me over the next few days. I will miss my computer and the friendly banter I share with you. I'm purposely posting this a few days before I leave - I'm counting on you guys to chime in and offer advice, and prayers. When I get back, I will have a lot to share - I pray it will be good. '
I cannot wait until you return,I wish you a safe journey and this piece was as usual magnificent, I wish you a fantastic trip and can't wait to hear all about it love Meia xx
Comment Written 09-May-2017
reply by the author on 14-May-2017
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Hi Meia; thank you so much for your kind concern for my trip. I'm back and I will be posting a story about the journey later today. Your good thoughts and prayers were a blessing to me,
~patty~
Comment from mbroyles2
I wish you all the best in this visit. I sincerely hope that everything works out well. I have seen addiction destroy my sister and caused serious health issues with my elderly parents. I understand the stress.
God bless.
Michael
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I wish you all the best in this visit. I sincerely hope that everything works out well. I have seen addiction destroy my sister and caused serious health issues with my elderly parents. I understand the stress.
God bless.
Michael
Comment Written 09-May-2017
reply by the author on 14-May-2017
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Hi Michael; thank you so much for your kind concern for my trip. I'm back and I will be posting a story about the journey later today. Your good thoughts and prayers were a blessing to me,
~patty~
