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Guest — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 23:18:37 -0000

As I was digging in the yard today, my daughter came outside ... I was expecting, "Can we go to the pool today" ... but instead, received "Hi Daddy. I just came out to say I love you! And tomorrow is Father's Day. You're gonna love what I made you." Okay - so that's really golden ... but the silver is that my two boys are away at church camp for over Father's Day and I was feeling melancholy about that. So - that's the silver and gold!

Doug

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Robin~All Things Heart and Hom — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 07:32:37 -0000

Ya know, I didn't read many of my regular blogs yesterday because I was deep into disappointment about something...Should have dropped in to see you. Here's my answer. I'm going to roll this around in my head and my heart today and try to move forward. love to you

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gitz — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 00:14:59 -0000

[BZ -- got your email and am putting this comment in for you so you're in the drawing!] :-D

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loves dogs — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 23:19:59 -0000

After a recent birthday of mine, I sat back and thought about where I "planned" my life would be at this point in time and compared it to where my life has actually ended up. While there are a few pieces of gold I don't have from my "planned" life, all of the silver that makes up my life far out weights the few pieces of missed gold. Thanks for helping me to remember all of the bright and shiny silver that fills my life.

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Ubah — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 23:07:27 -0000

Oh Sara, I LOVE this canvas. Sometime ago I had put a pic of it on my blog because it is so true. And it reminds me to count my blessings everytime I look at it.

Today my silver lining is my babysitter, the grandma in the building who just adores kids. She decided to take my 2 y/o old for 2 hours so I could have a break with my baby. Afterwards I gave her a hug because it was so nice to have that quality time with my baby without being interrupted by other children.

I hope tomorrow is a better day for your hands. God bless you and Riley.

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Heidi L. — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 21:51:31 -0000

Sara, what makes this such a powerful post is that you truly live your life looking for and noticing the silver lining in everything. You make it look so easy! While I do think I am thankful for the many blessings in my life, it is a good reminder to focus on all the little things that are wonderful! Here's wishing you are feeling better soon and I hope we can connect on the phone sometime in the near future. Would cherish another chance to chat in person!

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Elisa — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 20:46:33 -0000

Thank you so much for your inspiration! Though the rose gardens and stormy seas we are to keep our focus on the Lord, and you have been an encouragement to me through this blog. Not a dutiful focus, but one rooted in joy and delight in Him..

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mum of 4 — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 20:30:57 -0000

Sara,
Thank you so much for your honesty. Pray you are feeling better and the side effect of the meds will wear off soon. Love this canvas. Thanks. :-D

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Krista — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 20:17:28 -0000

Thanks for the reminder that as much as we wish life were perfect, we still make the best of it when it's not. :-)

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Guest — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 19:59:10 -0000

I love your blog...You are so inspirational! You are so blessed to have your blogger friends and more importantly the ones that get you through each day!

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Ed — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 19:17:02 -0000

I hope you find the right combination of medication. You really must teach Riley how to type.

I prefer handmade because each piece, canvas, is it's own unique work of art. The fact that is was made by a friend makes me appreciate it even more.

I can't think of anything that has happened recently.

When I was first diagnosed with type 2 diabetes I was concerned about all the foods I would have to give up. The truth was that most of these foods weren't very healthy. I am now in much better shape than I was 10 years ago. I have found healthy food that taste better than what I use to eat.

I also had to give up alcohol. I don't miss it in the least, and now think back on all the money I wasted on it.

When I retired I had to cut my budget. No more buying new books. I discovered the library and it's now one of my favorite destinations.

I am spending a lot less money now and enjoying life a lot more.

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Sandy Blake — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 19:12:22 -0000

Fantastic words! Saying a prayer for your health.

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coloradolady — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 18:51:42 -0000

This is one of my favorites. Crossing fingers here.... :-P

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DebbLou — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 18:00:59 -0000

Thanks for the chance to win one of your beautiful canvases... the saying is great... thanks

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Ashley — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 16:48:42 -0000

Thanks for sharing again Sara! You truly are an inspiration.... I guess my silver lining would be the fact that my son and I have been cooped up inside the last couple of days because of weather and we've made some GREAT memories :) Even though it's been yucky weather and he has been begging to play outside constantly!!

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Denise — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 15:32:56 -0000

Since May 8th, our refrigerator has been on the fritz ... we've had 3 different companies out, 3 different parts replaced .... lost 3 different loads of groceries, bought 3 weeks worth of ice to keep things in a cooler in the kitchen. But the silver lining is that we HAVE a fridge and we HAVE food to eat. The rest is just small stuff. Completely irritating stuff, but small stuff none the less : )
I do hope that you're feeling better as the day goes on. Take care of you!
Denise

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Gay — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 14:37:14 -0000

Sara, I read your blog every day and you are my silver lining daily. Your strength and love for the Lord are a source of inspiration for me. I have been to the funeral of a friend who leaves behind a husband and 14 year old son this morning. While we were at the funeral another friend's father passed away. So your post today is uplifting for me. Thanks for being the silver lining for so many of us. gay

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Mandy — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 14:34:11 -0000

Next time you have a HDG and don't have the energy to make a canvas, I'll donate a free blog makeover to one of your readers. :) (http://www.blogsbymandy.com)

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mrsc — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 14:08:59 -0000

Just getting caught up on your post for this week. I just LOVE your attitude. Your attitude about life, about how people treat you, about your health, etc. It's so refreshing to read. Thanks so much for your blogging!

Hope you & Riley have a WONDERFUL, BEAUTIFUL day! :-D

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Jennie — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 13:28:18 -0000

I love your giveaways ... hope you're feelin' better soon :)

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Dani — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 13:00:31 -0000

My hubby and I have been tightening the belt for a while - sometimes I get so caught up in what I CAN'T buy that I miss out on the beautiful things that are free. Thank you again for your beautiful words.

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Dani — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 13:00:31 -0000

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Cynthia — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 11:55:34 -0000

Sara ~ in a lot of ways, you're my silver lining. Your strength, kindness, selflessness, forgiveness and patience reasonate with me every day....as does your sense of humour and clever writing ability! :) Sending prayers your way for healing. Fondly, Cynthia

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Chelsea — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 11:50:26 -0000

This is a great reminder for me. I so often allow my expectations or plans ruin the enjoyment I might have otherwise had when things turn out differently. I keep this quote around to remind me too: "Do not spoil what you have by desiring what you have not; remember that what you now have was once among the things you only hoped for." Epicurus

Hope you feel better soon!

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Kate Stormes — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 11:37:01 -0000

Feel better my friend. Peanut and I are praying for you!!!

LOVE FROM WI,
Kate

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