Summer 2010 has held more than its share of trials and tribulations. My own injuries, illnesses & allergic reactions were the least of them. The saddest and most difficult to bear was the illness and subsequent loss of Mike's mother, our beloved "Grandma Ruby", on August 13th. In her honor, I share these lovely images of storybook homes and gardens that evoke her memory. Please pray for the repose of her sweet soul.
Sending love, good thoughts and gratitude to you all.
Warmly,
Tracey and Family
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Images: Vintage Rose Garden
Doesn't it seem there are seasons of trials? I lost my mother, two brothers, and a sister all in about the same eighteen months in the 1990s.
ReplyDeleteI do pray for you that your body and soul be healed.
My nephew and I were just talking on Facebook about how we remember his mom when we think of certain foods.
I'm making fried green tomatoes tonight for dinner and that was one of her favorites.
You always put things so perfectly dear Brenda. Yes, you are so right, trials do seem to come in a seasonal manner. I cannot imagine the hard losses you were hit with during those months in the 1990's.
ReplyDeleteIt seems that loss (of health and good people) heightens our sense of appreciation. I've never been more grateful for those healthy "normal" moments, and a good night's sleep is much more appreciated than it ever has been. As well, my loved ones and friends are even more precious to me than before this season.
Thank you so very much for your kindness, good thoughts and prayers. They mean more to me than you know.
With love and friendship, always.
Warmly,
Tracey
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I love these photos, Tracey -- she sounds like she was a very special person :)
ReplyDeletePrayers and love your way...I see your body healthy and full of energy!
Thank you sooo much Angie! I appreciate the prayers and good thoughts so much.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Tracey
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P.S. So glad you like the images...they remind me of Grandma Ruby so much...it looks a bit like the neighborhood she lived in.
I'm sorry to hear that..my condoleances for you and family.
ReplyDeleteBut you showed us some wonderful pictures. I have to look again and again, I think.
Your kind words are much appreciated ES. So happy you are finding the beauty and joy in these images!
ReplyDeleteWarmly,
Tracey
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Hi Tracey,
ReplyDeleteRecently I follow your beautiful blog and hear this sad story today.
If your grandmother look down she'll be thankful for the beautiful memories.
How nice that you do this to her said.
I agree with you, I myself have major setbacks .. It gives you many, despite the sadness also a better appreciation of life. Awareness of the smallest simple things that may arise.
I wish you and your family lots of strength and power, with this loss.
Get well with your health!
Dear greetings, Helena
Dear Tracey,
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to hear of your family's loss. My thoughts and prayers go out for your family.
Blessings,
Laurie
Dear Helena,
ReplyDeleteYour wise thoughts and kind words are so valuable to us. Thank you very much for taking the time to express them here. They are very appreciated.
Good thoughts and thanks to you for your kindness!
Warmly,
Tracey
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Dear Laurie,
ReplyDeleteHow very much we appreciate your good thoughts. Thank you so much.
Warmly,
Tracey
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P.S. Your recent post on rebuilding after Katrina (great pictures) was/is amazing and very inspiring! Your Rose Cottage is enchanting!!!
dXmiss...you are so kind...thanks you so much for the blessings and prayers. I'm happy to say that these past few days have me feeling better...in body and spirit...than I have in months! The good thoughts and prayers you all are sending are so powerful. Thanks again!
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Tracey
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I am so sorry to hear of your families loss. I'll be sending prayers and good thoughts your way. I hope healing and beauty come your way. xo-Terri
ReplyDeleteWe are so grateful for the nice note and by your prayers and good thoughts Terri. Thank you!
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Tracey
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Dear Tracey..I am so very sorry to hear about the passing of your dear "Grandma Ruby"..as I pass thru the years, I am very grateful to the people who have loved me and I them..loving thoughts and prayers are winging their way to you tonight...take care..
ReplyDeleteYou are so very kind BettyAnn...thank you so much for the wise words and lovely perspective on such things.
ReplyDeleteLove and hugs,
Tracey
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Oh Clarice, thank you so much...we so appreciate your friendship and good thoughts.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Tracey
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Traacey,
ReplyDeleteIt has been a hard season for you and your family. Prayers said here from my corner for you and your family to find peace and healing in this place.
Dearest Terri, my instincts are telling me that your little corner is a power house! I am feeling better than ever today. Thank you so much.
ReplyDeleteLove and hugs,
Tracey
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Dear Tracey,
ReplyDeleteIt is very hard to lose someone very special in your life. I think you did a great job with the photos while remembering someone so dear to you. By the photos you picked it looks like she was a very special individual. God bless you family in their time of healing. Take the care you need to; to be healthy. I know it is easier said then done. A friendly word or two from Betty:)
Betty, I will take your friendly, kind words to heart my friend. Thank you so much for the good thoughts behind them as well.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Tracey
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Thinking of you and your family as you deal with your loss. You are in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteChristy, we sure appreciate them!!!
ReplyDeleteLove,
Tracey
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P.S. Loved your new "big boy" room!
My sympathies.. and I am a kindred spirit in nit having been at my best these past few months..I hope we are both fully mended before we know it.Lovely tribute..
ReplyDeleteDear LTDNana...thank you so much for your kind thoughts.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to know that you too have had your set of trials these past months. My thoughts to you are all of perfect healing...and of love...and of light.
Warmly,
Tracey
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