tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post4805108742057149456..comments2024-03-26T09:20:29.620-06:00Comments on TeacherDance: 5/31 My Slice of Life every MondayLinda Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comBlogger50125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-41134098452340557872014-03-08T07:34:30.625-07:002014-03-08T07:34:30.625-07:00You're welcome, Kam. It is an important part o...You're welcome, Kam. It is an important part of my life, and a pleasure. Thanks for going back to read this one!Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-66797724614052424252014-03-08T07:28:03.970-07:002014-03-08T07:28:03.970-07:00It's okay, Carol. I know that you are busy, an...It's okay, Carol. I know that you are busy, and appreciate all the response from you no matter when. Thank you!Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-78403126758161645022014-03-08T07:26:56.545-07:002014-03-08T07:26:56.545-07:00Thanks, Robin, I missed this comment until today. ...Thanks, Robin, I missed this comment until today. I appreciate it, and hearing about your husband. I'm sure he understands the message very well!Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-20965660495209712522014-03-08T07:26:18.830-07:002014-03-08T07:26:18.830-07:00What a heart-filled post. Your ending, " It d...What a heart-filled post. Your ending, " It doesn’t matter if some patients don’t remember me. I remember them," is so beautiful. It makes me feel wonderful that there are people like you, who care so much. Thank you for sharing. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-30223993255431353402014-03-08T04:30:32.662-07:002014-03-08T04:30:32.662-07:00Linda, This has been a crazy rough week for me and...Linda, This has been a crazy rough week for me and somehow I missed this beautiful, beautiful post. It's a special gift, I think, to be willing to go and love people in a situation like this, and I'm not sure I could ever do what you do. The last line made me cry. Carolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13294455230627182656noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-1168455365356274302014-03-06T18:35:21.505-07:002014-03-06T18:35:21.505-07:00Sorry I missed this yesterday Linda. It's a s...Sorry I missed this yesterday Linda. It's a sweet story. I think it is wonderful that you are willing and able to continue to help out at the nursing home. My husband works as the admissions coordinator at a nursing home so I know how much the staff appreciates good help! What a nice way for you to give back to a place that gave to your family.Robinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01132042235993262800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-47675662373401081712014-03-06T11:03:09.691-07:002014-03-06T11:03:09.691-07:00Yes, it is part of who you are. I am glad I met yo...Yes, it is part of who you are. I am glad I met you (virtually but still) and your words enrich my life.Terje https://www.blogger.com/profile/13569210226711674834noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-74797330316080586002014-03-06T09:45:58.728-07:002014-03-06T09:45:58.728-07:00Thank you Iza for your warm reply. It is a pleasur...Thank you Iza for your warm reply. It is a pleasure to do this small act.Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-28281321475408917892014-03-06T09:10:20.632-07:002014-03-06T09:10:20.632-07:00Oh dear Linda, I had no idea. I am so sorry for yo...Oh dear Linda, I had no idea. I am so sorry for your loss and for those tough years as your husband (and you and your loved ones) suffered from this awful disease. How very sad. But clearly, you are a strong and wonderfully caring woman. You are amazing to channel your sorrow into something so positive. I liked you before but, wow, do I like you now! My warmest wishes, and thank you for sharing this.izahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11636521729428353612noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-3532193811534774232014-03-06T06:53:21.492-07:002014-03-06T06:53:21.492-07:00I don't know about that organization, Lee Ann....I don't know about that organization, Lee Ann. Thanks for telling me, will look it up. Thanks for commenting, even with the struggle!Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-11850406355025370532014-03-06T03:01:54.762-07:002014-03-06T03:01:54.762-07:00The iPad is not being very cooperative when it com...The iPad is not being very cooperative when it comes to commenting. Had a lttle trouble last night with it. Your volunteering reminds me of the families that volunteer at Give Kids the World after they too have been blessed with care--your work and sharing is such a light for me. Thank for the remembering and the lesson in love.Lee Ann Spillanehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04650009312001849617noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-73748502612347339682014-03-05T22:28:23.903-07:002014-03-05T22:28:23.903-07:00Thanks Susan, I am happy to share. Thanks Susan, I am happy to share. Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-25330406804534869832014-03-05T21:40:49.817-07:002014-03-05T21:40:49.817-07:00I’m certain that the smiles, hugs and shoulder squ...I’m certain that the smiles, hugs and shoulder squeezes you give are not just loved but desperately needed. Thanks for sharing your Monday story with us!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02309684648879983574noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-57919355169839066672014-03-05T21:29:14.571-07:002014-03-05T21:29:14.571-07:00You're welcome, Suparna. I'm happy that yo...You're welcome, Suparna. I'm happy that you liked the story.Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-21620980543461753052014-03-05T21:24:03.847-07:002014-03-05T21:24:03.847-07:00This was beautiful, dear Linda. I feel humbled eac...This was beautiful, dear Linda. I feel humbled each time you tell this story of volunteering and changing people's lives there, and importantly allowing yourself to be moved. You are constantly inspiring. For that and much more, thank you.Me & My Soliloquyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12253913656316336284noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-49735495364568087522014-03-05T20:27:33.787-07:002014-03-05T20:27:33.787-07:00You are welcome, Melanie. I appreciate your respon...You are welcome, Melanie. I appreciate your response, and am happy that it meant something. Hugs to you!Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-32913250522141309132014-03-05T20:25:16.496-07:002014-03-05T20:25:16.496-07:00A post like this makes me wish that Denver were a ...A post like this makes me wish that Denver were a lot closer than it is to Hartford. Your last line brought me to tears, and I'm not often there. What an incredibly beautiful thing to remember when we think about the time that we spend with the people we love who don't remember like we wish that they would. Thank you so much for this post.Melanie Meehanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15771712134098949362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-40219930549465101412014-03-05T20:13:39.543-07:002014-03-05T20:13:39.543-07:00I hope you'll share via e-mail when and if you...I hope you'll share via e-mail when and if you need to Deborah. I do remember, but since you haven't said too much, I thought it was too private. I hope you and he are okay, and finding the care that he needs. It was so important, and this place was exceptional. Thank you!Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-83639424110577508762014-03-05T20:10:58.346-07:002014-03-05T20:10:58.346-07:00Hi Jen. I haven't seen your post in a while. T...Hi Jen. I haven't seen your post in a while. There are so many that I can't find everyone. I'll look again! Thank you for your kind comment.Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-78303393099896115782014-03-05T20:09:34.012-07:002014-03-05T20:09:34.012-07:00Linda, this story is a gift. Last year we both di...Linda, this story is a gift. Last year we both discovered that we have loved ones in nursing homes with Parkinson's. My ex-husband is in hospice in a nursing home and I have continued to be his friend and advocate. I am glad that you have been able to work in his final home. I am sure you are very welcome and I know that giving our gifts is a wonderful thing. Thanks for sharing, Linda. You are an inspiration.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11275286826634283515noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-17064644569092794022014-03-05T19:59:17.765-07:002014-03-05T19:59:17.765-07:00I love your story -- your dedication to your husba...I love your story -- your dedication to your husband, to the nursing home, to the caregivers, to the patients who were his community, and to his memory. I also love the story you shared from Facebook. Isn't that the truth? Sometimes, it's actually about us. Blessings to you, friend. jenbaumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17201373100240179836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-759383784842926082014-03-05T19:39:31.562-07:002014-03-05T19:39:31.562-07:00Thank you Beverley. They are a pleasure for sure.Thank you Beverley. They are a pleasure for sure.Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-81709183899554074992014-03-05T19:38:46.494-07:002014-03-05T19:38:46.494-07:00Thanks Judy. No, being in the moment is what I'...Thanks Judy. No, being in the moment is what I've learned well these past months, & it is always a joy. Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-77799319109769312152014-03-05T19:12:39.876-07:002014-03-05T19:12:39.876-07:00What a blessing you are to all those people. That ...What a blessing you are to all those people. That last quote really touched me. That is so true. We know and love them.Beverley Bairdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12973073253078139054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-54635454533103296842014-03-05T19:00:32.074-07:002014-03-05T19:00:32.074-07:00Linda, how special you are to each one of these pe...Linda, how special you are to each one of these people. They may not remember you from week to week, but they so enjoy having someone talk with them, give them a hug or a smile, or just spend a moment with them. I know in your giving to them, you receive so much more back in return. Thanks for sharing your experiences with us.Judyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12901374472056625859noreply@blogger.com