tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post4671130345727899252..comments2024-03-28T10:39:39.697-04:00Comments on Being Ron: Challenging Times Are Like A Washing MachineRonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15977027331657615697noreply@blogger.comBlogger46125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-89985786437208184392015-12-23T22:02:58.710-05:002015-12-23T22:02:58.710-05:00" By insisting I can still do everything by m..." By insisting I can still do everything by myself I deprive him of the joy of giving to me."<br /><br /><br />Yes, I too had to learn the same lesson. And it's a lesson that my mother had to learn as well because she was one of those people who had a very hard accepting help. That is, until she got very sick and had to accept help. She and I had similar lessons to learn.<br /><br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by and for your sweet and kind words, my friend!<br /><br /><br />((((((((((((( YOU ))))))))))))<br /><br /><br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.net/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-43316788095227491592015-12-23T19:05:24.188-05:002015-12-23T19:05:24.188-05:00I'm glad you got the messages you did Ron! I ...I'm glad you got the messages you did Ron! I have learned the hardest lesson of all for me - accepting help. I was always the one who was so busy helping others I rarely took care of myself until I got sick with COPD. Now I have to let others help me with a lot of things, especially my hubby. It was tough giving up my independence but I finally got the message - give up & let go. It's my hubby's gift to me when he can help me. By insisting I can still do everything by myself I deprive him of the joy of giving to me.<br />I cannot agree with you being ordinary though Ron - you are still super to me!benzekneesnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-17238625348687885272015-12-11T21:46:38.259-05:002015-12-11T21:46:38.259-05:00Amen, my Libra friend...amen!
Thanks a bunch for...Amen, my Libra friend...amen!<br /><br /><br />Thanks a bunch for stopping by. Have a super weekend!<br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.net/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-58540593702159547622015-12-11T14:16:36.257-05:002015-12-11T14:16:36.257-05:00Indeed. I often think about that when something re...Indeed. I often think about that when something really bad happens to me or someone I love - to treasure the people in my life and experiences I've had and to try to live in a sane way.Secret Agent Womanhttp://biredux.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-85740381593230779982015-12-08T08:11:30.845-05:002015-12-08T08:11:30.845-05:00Hey there Rob!
"Naturally I'm pretty sca...Hey there Rob!<br /><br />"Naturally I'm pretty scared right now but hopefully I'll come out brighter and better. And stepping outside yourself is so important. I'm still having a hard time doing what my shrink calls "detach and observe" but when I do, i immediately calm down."<br /><br />No doubt, I think anyone (including me) would feel the same way. I mean, I still get scared when challenges present themselves in my life, I think it's only natural. But keep the faith, buddy, because I truly believe that everything happens for a reason (including the challenges) which not only teach us lessons, but often lead us to better things.<br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by and have a grrrreat day!<br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.net/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-15765585924131347642015-12-07T15:12:35.682-05:002015-12-07T15:12:35.682-05:00Wow, Ron, can't believe I missed this one! The...Wow, Ron, can't believe I missed this one! The washing machine analogy really applies to my life right now, as I expect to be out of work at the start of the new year. <br /><br />Naturally I'm pretty scared right now but hopefully I'll come out brighter and better. And stepping outside yourself is so important. I'm still having a hard time doing what my shrink calls "detach and observe" but when I do, i immediately calm down. <br /><br />Thanks for the great post, buddy, and do take care!Rob Lenihannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-9903205318395152302015-12-06T20:01:16.204-05:002015-12-06T20:01:16.204-05:00Glad your felt it, Denise! Hope all is going well ...Glad your felt it, Denise! Hope all is going well for you!<br /><br />(((((((( You )))))))))<br /><br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.net/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-63515983667122363142015-12-06T19:57:24.886-05:002015-12-06T19:57:24.886-05:00Thanks for the BIG hug, Ron! I felt it! xThanks for the BIG hug, Ron! I felt it! xDenisenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-49468147851478905732015-12-05T21:20:40.714-05:002015-12-05T21:20:40.714-05:00Aw....thanks so much for stopping by and for your ...Aw....thanks so much for stopping by and for your weekend and healthy well wishes, Geraldine! You're a sweetheart! <br /><br />I just got home from work and it was so busy today. Yes, the Christmas shopping insanity has BEGUN - HA!<br /><br />Yup, I visited the Bonanza ranch in Tahoe when I was living there while performing in a musical review in one of the casinos. Tahoe was GORGEOUS!<br /><br />Enjoy the rest of your weekend, my friend!<br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.net/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-56084354998941603322015-12-05T11:26:06.862-05:002015-12-05T11:26:06.862-05:00And I hope things just keep getting better, health...And I hope things just keep getting better, health and otherwise for you Ron. <br /><br /><br />Just stopping in to wish you a grand weekend. <br /><br /><br />Thanks for your kind words re: my Michael Landon post. How cool that you actually visited the Bonanza ranch, I'm impressed!!! <br /><br /><br />Take care and all the best, G :-)Geraldine H.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-76981267565065039402015-12-04T21:08:15.028-05:002015-12-04T21:08:15.028-05:00"we all need to slow down, find balance, worr..."we all need to slow down, find balance, worry less and love more. we never know when our time is up."<br /><br /><br />That is so very true, Val! And I know that this experience happened to remind me of those things you mentioned. So as challenging as it was, I am grateful for it. Because I learned something.<br /><br /><br />Have a super weekend, girl. And thanks so much for stopping by!<br /><br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.net/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-81596753487313481062015-12-04T21:04:44.646-05:002015-12-04T21:04:44.646-05:00Hey there Barb!
Isn't the quote brilliant? Th...Hey there Barb!<br /><br />Isn't the quote brilliant? The second I spotted in online, I knew I had to use it for this post because it really rang true for me.<br /><br />"But as hard as these times are, they are life lessons. They make one grow and expand."<br /><br />You are so right about that, Barb. That's why I try to look at a challenge and find my relationship with it because I truly believe it's there for a reason, so that I grow and expand. <br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by, my friend. Sending you a big "good energy" hug...<br /><br />((((((((((((((((((( You ))))))))))))))))))<br /><br />Have a super weekend!<br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.net/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-15968133944866718692015-12-04T20:04:40.818-05:002015-12-04T20:04:40.818-05:00i'm still having a hard time breathing after r...i'm still having a hard time breathing after reading your first post. i think i held my breath through most of it. <br /><br />"my life can suddenly change at any given moment" i think about this all the time. so very true. <br /><br /><br /><br />we all need to slow down, find balance, worry less and love more. we never know when our time is up.ladyVnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-84005501608501733942015-12-04T01:48:23.652-05:002015-12-04T01:48:23.652-05:00Hi Ron,
I can relate to you for the washing machin...Hi Ron,<br />I can relate to you for the washing machine quote. Right on.<br />It also describes my life right now...<br />But as hard as these times are, they are life lessons. They make one grow and expand.<br /><br /><br />Wishing you continued strength and health.<br />X<br />Barbbarbj92https://photodreamin.wordpress.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-50691879066669663252015-12-03T16:45:59.353-05:002015-12-03T16:45:59.353-05:00Jayne, Jayne, Jayne....I freaking LOVE your commen...Jayne, Jayne, Jayne....I freaking LOVE your comment, it's brilliant!<br /><br />"God tickles us with a feather and if we don't listen, He hits us with a brick."<br /><br />Amen! Boy, is that the truth or what? God gives a little signs and nudges, however, if we don't take note and listen, he brings our the bricks<br /><br />" "Wow. How awful for you." I replied, "I wouldn't have missed it for the world.""<br /><br />Yes! And I soooooooooooooo agree with you. As challenging as this challenge was, I wouldn't have missed it for the world. And even now I look back on it and (not that I would want to have to go through it again), see it (and feel it) as being a wonderful experience. I look back in fondness.<br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by and sharing your words and wisdom, my friend! You ROCK!<br /><br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.net/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-80989391892192558242015-12-03T11:38:54.095-05:002015-12-03T11:38:54.095-05:00God tickles us with a feather and if we don't ...God tickles us with a feather and if we don't listen, He hits us with a brick. Your words are so wise and they definitely hit home with me. In 2006, I broke my neck and, thankfully, recovered completely, but not without learning many of the same lessons. Recently, I was talking about my accident with a friend and he said, "Wow. How awful for you." I replied, "I wouldn't have missed it for the world." Love you oodles & bunches, Ron.Jaynehttp://injaynesworld.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-80573559247938193652015-12-02T21:43:56.335-05:002015-12-02T21:43:56.335-05:00:)
X:)<br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.net/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-47824073630379572352015-12-02T21:42:22.951-05:002015-12-02T21:42:22.951-05:00Ron, my husband said Hi back and continue to get w...Ron, my husband said Hi back and continue to get well!Elainenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-12607600166944091692015-12-02T21:40:33.574-05:002015-12-02T21:40:33.574-05:00Isn't the quote brilliant, Geraldine? The seco...Isn't the quote brilliant, Geraldine? The second I spotted it online, I knew I wanted to use it for this post topic!<br /><br />"WE CAN GET BETTER as we age, it's not all downhill as the years go by as all too many people like to think. I feel stronger and healthier in many ways now, than I did 20 years ago."<br /><br />Yes, I couldn't agree with you more. At my place of work, I am the oldest of anyone there and yet, I feel like one of the younger ones. Now that I'm older, I also feel more comfortable in my skin.<br /><br />"good to hear that you had support from a number of sources, including your employer. The last thing you need in times like that is to be stressing over work."<br /><br />I feel soooooooooo blessed to have the manager I do. From back in October, she has been so understanding and supportive. Her first words to me on the phone when I called her from the hospital were, "Ron, just take care of yourself and get well while you're in the hospital. And don't worry, your job will always be here when you get back." She is such an awesome boss and human being.<br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by and for your supportive and encouraging words, my friend. Have a terrific rest of your week!<br /><br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.net/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-27036515814815873112015-12-02T12:15:38.612-05:002015-12-02T12:15:38.612-05:00Oh, I just LOVE that photo and quote....so true to...Oh, I just LOVE that photo and quote....so true too. WE CAN GET BETTER as we age, it's not all downhill as the years go by as all too many people like to think. I feel stronger and healthier in many ways now, than I did 20 years ago. And yes, learning NOT to stress about the little things, is SO important and also can affect our health so much too.<br /><br /><br />I am so glad you continue to feel better and better and good to hear that you had support from a number of sources, including your employer. The last thing you need in times like that is to be stressing over work. <br /><br /><br />Keep getting better, stronger, brighter...love it!!! Hugs, GGeraldine H.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-14063428524490311222015-12-02T09:21:28.382-05:002015-12-02T09:21:28.382-05:00Thanks, Jeanne :) I learned a lot from this experi...Thanks, Jeanne :) I learned a lot from this experience, for which I'm very grateful. <br /><br />" Having your health is so important! Keep on feeling better and better!!"<br /><br /><br /><br />Thank you, and you're absolutely right....having your health is soooooo important.<br /><br /><br />And yes, I survived Black Friday!!!! It was a very busy and intense day, however, I enjoyed it and our store did very well. Normally Black Friday is not as busy in city stores as it is in suburban mall stores, but this year was an exception.<br /><br /><br />Have a wonderful Wednesday, my friend!<br />X to you and the gilrzRonhttp://www.triloquist.net/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-27901434573332548992015-12-02T09:14:50.540-05:002015-12-02T09:14:50.540-05:00Thank you, Dale :) And it feels so good to feel he...Thank you, Dale :) And it feels so good to feel healthy and strong again.<br /><br />"have a fabulous festive season."<br /><br />And you too!<br /><br />Thanks a bunch for stopping by, buddy. Have a terrific week!<br /><br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.net/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-23637853682191648402015-12-02T05:47:02.156-05:002015-12-02T05:47:02.156-05:00Good to know you're back to your old self agai...Good to know you're back to your old self again Ron, have a fabulous festive season.dalecooper57http://dalecooper57.wordpress.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-6861794473742442172015-12-02T04:49:34.803-05:002015-12-02T04:49:34.803-05:00Ron, I am so very glad that you are feeling better...Ron, I am so very glad that you are feeling better and have come out with a new outlook on life!! Life gets challenging sometimes for one reason or another and it is difficult to even imagine how we are going to cope. But we do. Somehow. Having your health is so important! Keep on feeling better and better!! Glad to hear you survived Black Friday! xo Jeanne and the girlzJeanne Pursellhttp://bermudabluez.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-14280198805656986912015-12-01T22:32:27.050-05:002015-12-01T22:32:27.050-05:00Hellooooooo there Elaine!
It is so great to see ...Hellooooooo there Elaine! <br /><br />It is so great to see ya!!!! And no need to apologize because I completely understand. Sometimes life outside of blogging gets busy or suddenly changes and we don't have the time to blog as we used to. And sometimes we just need to take a break.<br /><br />And thank you, I feel soooooo much better now. I very fortunate and blessed to have had the medical staff I did while in the hospital because they were not only GOOD at their jobs, but they were also very good to me which I think had a lot to do with how well I got. <br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by, my friend! Hope you had a Happy Thanksgiving and are enjoying this holiday season. Have a super week!<br /><br />X<br /><br />P.S. please tell your husband I said Hi!Ronhttp://www.triloquist.net/noreply@blogger.com