Family Poems and Stories 2010-2017
Viewing comments for Chapter 16 "Minneapolis Adventure - Part II"...musings on us
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Comment from royowen
It must have been tough for you Patty. I know what it's like to love offspring, and without expectation, but with a cast iron desire to see them do well, there must be a constant, nagging worry in your heart, and an ache, but as you say, it is what it it is. Loving one's child and giving them freedom isn't an option the umbilical chord goes in one direction. Well done, blessings, I've added my prayers to yours Patty, well done, good write, Roy
reply by the author on 16-May-2017
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It must have been tough for you Patty. I know what it's like to love offspring, and without expectation, but with a cast iron desire to see them do well, there must be a constant, nagging worry in your heart, and an ache, but as you say, it is what it it is. Loving one's child and giving them freedom isn't an option the umbilical chord goes in one direction. Well done, blessings, I've added my prayers to yours Patty, well done, good write, Roy
Comment Written 16-May-2017
reply by the author on 16-May-2017
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Hi Roy; your review is wonderful and heartfelt. I appreciate your kind words, and your prayers. I have a peace about me this afternoon - I know I did my best,
~patty~
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You did do your best. Patty
Comment from JDRBAR
You managed to come through extremely well on this considering the sensitive issue at hand. I sincerely hope your son follows through. It sounds like he's willing to give it some thought which is step one.
reply by the author on 16-May-2017
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You managed to come through extremely well on this considering the sensitive issue at hand. I sincerely hope your son follows through. It sounds like he's willing to give it some thought which is step one.
Comment Written 16-May-2017
reply by the author on 16-May-2017
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Hi; thank you so much for following the story. I sincerely hope he is able to follow through, but I do know that all I can do is stand back and pray,
~patty~
Comment from Asem.inspirations
Well, I can say that I am so over joyed for you that you had this visit. I was living through your every word of this trip. I wish I had this time with my son before he died. Oh yes, I cried because I lived what you are living but I am so happy that you still have him, my friend and thank you so much for sharing this with me. At least he has room mates because between you and I, my son was selling drugs too yet the person he was dealing for, (disgusting creep) put him in this home alone. This was something that never should have happened because my son suffered from seizures and there was always the possibility that he would have a seizure while he was alone and, of course, this would be a dangerous situation. Well, we know what ended up happening but while he was overdosing he was having a seizure.
Thank you for sharing this story Patty. This story is excellent and very touching.
I do intend to write my story soon.
reply by the author on 16-May-2017
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Well, I can say that I am so over joyed for you that you had this visit. I was living through your every word of this trip. I wish I had this time with my son before he died. Oh yes, I cried because I lived what you are living but I am so happy that you still have him, my friend and thank you so much for sharing this with me. At least he has room mates because between you and I, my son was selling drugs too yet the person he was dealing for, (disgusting creep) put him in this home alone. This was something that never should have happened because my son suffered from seizures and there was always the possibility that he would have a seizure while he was alone and, of course, this would be a dangerous situation. Well, we know what ended up happening but while he was overdosing he was having a seizure.
Thank you for sharing this story Patty. This story is excellent and very touching.
I do intend to write my story soon.
Comment Written 16-May-2017
reply by the author on 16-May-2017
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Hi Tier; I leaned a great deal on your strength and words last week. In spite of how things started out, I kept remembering your words that I needed to see him - no matter what. Those words gave me the courage to be patient and loving - no matter what. Thank you for sharing your story with me - it was very meaningful to me during this time,
~patty~
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Im so happy that we heped each other. What a blessing. Im off to work now. Please have a wonderful night.
Comment from Mabaker
Well you got more than most from an active user, be it booze, prescription medication or street drugs. Most addicts who are using won't have a bar of Councillor's nor make a 'promise list.' that smacks of letting go of the habit. So you did very well indeed. I so hope it comes out okay Mustangpatty. Sincerely Anne.
reply by the author on 16-May-2017
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Well you got more than most from an active user, be it booze, prescription medication or street drugs. Most addicts who are using won't have a bar of Councillor's nor make a 'promise list.' that smacks of letting go of the habit. So you did very well indeed. I so hope it comes out okay Mustangpatty. Sincerely Anne.
Comment Written 16-May-2017
reply by the author on 16-May-2017
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Hi Anne; thank you so much for reading along with this story. I appreciate your kind words - I believe he heard my words and I was able to plant some seeds. Most importantly, he knows he is loved,
~patty~
Comment from lyenochka
He sounds like such a loving and talented young man. As a Mom, I'm sure you grieve over the broken dreams you had for him. But you are right to let him choose. Sometimes they need to decide for themselves and that would motivate him. So glad that you could share writing together. He sounds like a writer, too. Hugs.
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He sounds like such a loving and talented young man. As a Mom, I'm sure you grieve over the broken dreams you had for him. But you are right to let him choose. Sometimes they need to decide for themselves and that would motivate him. So glad that you could share writing together. He sounds like a writer, too. Hugs.
Comment Written 16-May-2017
reply by the author on 16-May-2017
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Oh, yes. He is a writer, an artist, a musician and a wonderful thespian. He has so much talent, and I hate the thought of it being wasted. He IS creating with his hobby, and he completely rewrote Chapter 1 of my book while he was off on his own. I'm so glad I went - I was glad to feel our connection and though nothing was really resolved, I feel that he knows how much I love him,
~patty~
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
A very well-written chapter. To be honest is a good sign, that says he know he has a problem and that he is willing to make right what is wrong in his own time. The only advice I can offer, is to continue praying trust God to do the rest.
reply by the author on 16-May-2017
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A very well-written chapter. To be honest is a good sign, that says he know he has a problem and that he is willing to make right what is wrong in his own time. The only advice I can offer, is to continue praying trust God to do the rest.
Comment Written 16-May-2017
reply by the author on 16-May-2017
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Hi Sandra; thank you so much for your time to read and review. I so appreciate your kind thoughts and advice to pray and trust God to do the rest - I will.
~patty~
Comment from TAB_that's me
First - I'm glad he showed up the next day as promised.
It is good that he is honest with you about the drug use and selling. My son was not.
Wow, he is helping with your book. It will be strong for sure with his insight.
It sounds like he has taken the first step. I pray he can and will follow through. My son had a lot to loose when he got caught - years in prison not seeing his little girl. I reminded him the other day about that.
Prayers for your son.
teresa
reply by the author on 16-May-2017
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First - I'm glad he showed up the next day as promised.
It is good that he is honest with you about the drug use and selling. My son was not.
Wow, he is helping with your book. It will be strong for sure with his insight.
It sounds like he has taken the first step. I pray he can and will follow through. My son had a lot to loose when he got caught - years in prison not seeing his little girl. I reminded him the other day about that.
Prayers for your son.
teresa
Comment Written 16-May-2017
reply by the author on 16-May-2017
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Hi teresa; thank you so much for your willingness to follow this story. The notes he gave me for the book are awesome. My story should have a much more authentic sound to it. I did tell him that there are only three ways for his story to end; prison, death, or getting clean. He agreed.
Thank you for your prayers,
~patty~
Comment from nancy_e_davis
My heart and prayers go out to you and your son Patty. It is heart breaking to see your child traveling down the wrong road in life. I hope he follows through with all you encouragement.
He is lucky to have a mother like you who cares so much. God bless your efforts to get him to change. Love Nancy
reply by the author on 16-May-2017
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My heart and prayers go out to you and your son Patty. It is heart breaking to see your child traveling down the wrong road in life. I hope he follows through with all you encouragement.
He is lucky to have a mother like you who cares so much. God bless your efforts to get him to change. Love Nancy
Comment Written 16-May-2017
reply by the author on 16-May-2017
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Hi Nancy;
thank you so much for your thoughtful review of this conclusion to the story about the trip. I appreciate your support,
~patty~
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
Patty,
Thank you for sharing your personal story. I can tell this was difficult to write. You did give readers some great insight into the life of your son. I will say a prayer for him. Hopefully, the list he made will come to fruition. The walkways you described sounded awesome, but I know I would get lost. What an interesting way to see the city. Take care. Jan
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Patty,
Thank you for sharing your personal story. I can tell this was difficult to write. You did give readers some great insight into the life of your son. I will say a prayer for him. Hopefully, the list he made will come to fruition. The walkways you described sounded awesome, but I know I would get lost. What an interesting way to see the city. Take care. Jan
Comment Written 16-May-2017
reply by the author on 16-May-2017
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Hi Jan; thank you so much for your thoughtful and loving review. I don't think I would have made it through all of this without the help and support of the FanStorians. Thank you for being there,
~patty~
Comment from robyn corum
Patty,
I can't imagine just how brave you had to be to handle all of this for days on end. I am so proud of you AND proud of your accomplishments. Great job! But, obviously, from your story, he's still a functioning addict, who knows what he's doing isn't healthy and is willing to at least consider other options. That's a great sign. I'm saying a prayer now and will continue to pray. Good luck!
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Patty,
I can't imagine just how brave you had to be to handle all of this for days on end. I am so proud of you AND proud of your accomplishments. Great job! But, obviously, from your story, he's still a functioning addict, who knows what he's doing isn't healthy and is willing to at least consider other options. That's a great sign. I'm saying a prayer now and will continue to pray. Good luck!
Comment Written 16-May-2017
reply by the author on 16-May-2017
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Hi Robyn; thank you so much for your prayers. I know that it will only be through Him that Gregory can find the strength. At least he knows how much his Dad and I love him,
~patty~
