tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2374808830322685957.post3397615719492546180..comments2024-01-24T05:31:22.471-06:00Comments on troutbirder: Christmas now and thentroutbirderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14087811292280881959noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2374808830322685957.post-15419213901533911952019-12-30T21:32:42.949-06:002019-12-30T21:32:42.949-06:00May I also offer my sympathy in the death of your ...May I also offer my sympathy in the death of your son.Shady Gardenerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05007816271406393818noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2374808830322685957.post-35085641384552133662019-12-30T21:29:04.254-06:002019-12-30T21:29:04.254-06:00Troutbirder, I so appreciate your post. And I was...Troutbirder, I so appreciate your post. And I was terribly saddened to hear of your wife's death. I admit to being much absent from blogging for quite awhile (though I miss it a lot!). You have been one of my favorite bloggers and you and Mrs. T featured in a lot of my favorite posts and adventures. Please accept my sincere sympathy. May you feel God's presence very near as you begin 2020. And may you continue blogging. I will return! SGShady Gardenerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05007816271406393818noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2374808830322685957.post-66793831006080244512019-12-25T14:20:03.252-06:002019-12-25T14:20:03.252-06:00What a beautiful service and how wonderful that yo...What a beautiful service and how wonderful that you got to see (and hear!) a former student. I hope you had some happy moments today, along with beautiful memories of your dear wife and son. It is a hard time of year to be alone but as you see here in the comments, you have many friends thinking of you. Peace. Cynthiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16035113274497372396noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2374808830322685957.post-19704277866942959822019-12-25T07:27:44.693-06:002019-12-25T07:27:44.693-06:00Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us. Merr...Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us. Merry Christmas, Ray.Vickihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06151347352054602839noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2374808830322685957.post-65004136822066259342019-12-25T07:24:32.756-06:002019-12-25T07:24:32.756-06:00This comment has been removed by the author.Vickihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06151347352054602839noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2374808830322685957.post-49990851597259178882019-12-23T20:09:08.394-06:002019-12-23T20:09:08.394-06:00I admire your accepting the invitation to the Blue...I admire your accepting the invitation to the Blue Christmas service. And reaching out to acknowledge the lovely music enriched both your former student and you. I appreciate your posting about your losses and firsts. I still miss my parents at Christmas but now more with nostalgia and thankfulness for their love and their joy during the Christmas season. There is no comparison with the loss of a dear spouse, though. May the days ahead be filled with comfort and peace.LChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08369350929348290480noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2374808830322685957.post-25145458653519205162019-12-23T10:10:33.293-06:002019-12-23T10:10:33.293-06:00I just hope more areas have Blue Christmas service...I just hope more areas have Blue Christmas services. A wonderful idea for those in need during the holidays when dealing with a loss. What a nice surprise that the lady you complimented was a former student. Nice catch remembering her name. Lean on those who offer Ray. It will help you both. Arkansas Pattihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14156004753267665579noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2374808830322685957.post-33469650227242465302019-12-23T08:20:07.130-06:002019-12-23T08:20:07.130-06:00I know it must be doubly hard this year, sending g...I know it must be doubly hard this year, sending good thoughts your way. That Blue Christmas Service sounds lovely...I am glad you went....and to know the pianist how nice is that! Far Side of Fiftyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07995757632158408442noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2374808830322685957.post-18480357668874544982019-12-23T01:08:05.544-06:002019-12-23T01:08:05.544-06:00I think Blue Christmas is a wonderful idea. I'...I think Blue Christmas is a wonderful idea. I'm glad you found a former student. <br /><br />Years ago I lost a sister who had a schizophrenic condition and I still feel depressed around the anniversary of her death in November and it lasts until Christmas. For a long time I did not make the connection, but the heart remembers even when the mind has put something away. <br /><br />I hope you find solace in the season, whatever it takes. Peace.Lindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09763547174099448920noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2374808830322685957.post-42338463145107934522019-12-22T20:56:15.259-06:002019-12-22T20:56:15.259-06:00Ray
I understand, friend. Take comfort where you c...Ray<br />I understand, friend. Take comfort where you can, wish I could have you for a few days in Butte, but, oddly, there is no snow....first Christmas I've seen without at least a foot or so, and temps have been in the 40's. Happy holidays, much as we can, my friend.<br />Should Fish Morehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13038376492887695725noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2374808830322685957.post-28018274121813203512019-12-22T20:40:53.872-06:002019-12-22T20:40:53.872-06:00For many Christmas is a very tough part of the yea...For many Christmas is a very tough part of the year. Many churches have a blue Christmas service. Many people report support from this service. You did the right thing to attend.Redhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17996243850279671523noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2374808830322685957.post-50305616218069990632019-12-22T20:32:30.799-06:002019-12-22T20:32:30.799-06:00You have a strong presence around you. Merry Chris...You have a strong presence around you. Merry Christmas.Joanne Noragonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16601010208310707750noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2374808830322685957.post-33288605702322054652013-12-26T11:15:35.932-06:002013-12-26T11:15:35.932-06:00Sorry I'm a little late with Christmas wishes....Sorry I'm a little late with Christmas wishes. This is one of those holidays meant for family togetherness and memories of loved ones. Many blessings to you and your family.walk2writehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13501812375142037251noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2374808830322685957.post-47119787252073079442013-12-24T23:12:01.094-06:002013-12-24T23:12:01.094-06:00Hello. Thought of you on Sat when we drove along t...Hello. Thought of you on Sat when we drove along the Mississippi, crossed to Wis at Wabasha, and saw eagles along the river. Someday I hope to get to the eagle place that I've seen in your blog. My daughter, unfortunately, has the same illness as your son did. These conditions are heart breaking, even treated, and expensive. :(<br />You inspired me to simplify my blogs and user names. You may have known me as PS anAfterthought.LoieJhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01977264499770654307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2374808830322685957.post-8402995140644977142013-12-22T12:13:46.924-06:002013-12-22T12:13:46.924-06:00Merry Christmas, TB. I'll raise a silent toast...Merry Christmas, TB. I'll raise a silent toast to you and yours Christmas eve. To those here and not here; you're all within me. Should Fish Morehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18400586203204886095noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2374808830322685957.post-54565129123724643642013-12-22T11:51:41.737-06:002013-12-22T11:51:41.737-06:00I popped in to say hello and to thank you for visi...I popped in to say hello and to thank you for visiting my blog. Christmas can be an emotional time but more so when someone dear is lost. My stepson suffers with something similar to your son although not properly diagnosed. I am only now beginning to understand it.<br /><br />Wishing you a peaceful Christmas.Valeriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12099030819314552958noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2374808830322685957.post-46405845362273824612013-12-22T11:20:17.255-06:002013-12-22T11:20:17.255-06:00I know from experience how the laughter and joys o...I know from experience how the laughter and joys of Christmas can be mixed with sadness and tears. I hope you and your family have a very blessed and Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy New Year.Georgehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06923630536753873113noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2374808830322685957.post-13525686242254530832013-12-21T16:42:51.165-06:002013-12-21T16:42:51.165-06:00My heart goes out to you and yours during this tim...My heart goes out to you and yours during this time, TB. I know how it will still always remind you of the tragedy, but it's also good to share with others. Thank you for sharing with me. Sending you blessings and wishing you peace. DJanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07152183871573797791noreply@blogger.com