Comments on: Valentine’s Day – Sadness, Taking Action, Counting Blessings

By: Dried Roses and New Growth on Stems - Winter into Spring

Dried Roses and New Growth on Stems - Winter into Spring — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 03:56:29 +0000

[...] Three plus weeks ago, these six roses were part of a dozen that were an integral part of a large mixture of flowers my son, daughter-in-law and grandchildren gave me on Valentine’s Day. They were acknowledging the sadness I felt, missing my husband who has been gone for more than two years. I wrote about the experience on Writing for Healing. [...]

By: Perfections, Imperfections, Counting Blessings as seen in Roses – Picture to Ponder – v6-issue 7

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 03:21:06 +0000

[...] it by taking constructive action, for me writing, making a phone call and posting insights on my Writing for Healing blog. Bottom line I ended up being invited to dinner at my son’s home, which resulted in, [...]

By: Rose Diamond

Rose Diamond — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 16:25:43 +0000

Hello Sheila
Thank you for sharing your sadness and your loss. There must be many people for whom Valentine’s day is difficult, rather like Christmas when loved ones are missed or we mourn the love we’ve wanted and didn’t have. I love your idea of looking for what’s missing and then taking action – very empowering! And I love the photo too!
Rose

By: Sheila Finkelstein

Sheila Finkelstein — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 03:34:18 +0000

Thank you, Mary. I appreciate your good wishes and acknowledgment.

It warmed my hear to see you and your beloved hubby together and so close at NAMS.

Thanks and love, Sheila

By: Mary

Mary — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 05:17:46 +0000

Your post is lovely and poignant, Sheilia. I cannot imagine life without my sweetie so I send you a warm hug to you on this Valentine Day. I know your sweetheart would want you to feel loved and hugged today. Thank you for such a beautiful post and a reminder that we always must treasure the diamonds in our own back yard. Blessings and joy to you, too, dear Sheila.

By: Sheila Finkelstein

Sheila Finkelstein — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 05:11:01 +0000

Thanks, Morgine. I’m always honored when my work moves you.

Thanks, also, for sharing with me, in an offline conversation, that you see a heart shape in the feet

By: Sheila Finkelstein

Sheila Finkelstein — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 05:09:32 +0000

Thanks, Shannon. I appreciate the acknowledgment and knowing that this has made a difference for you.

Continued blessings and joy in your life.

By: Shannon Laackmann

Shannon Laackmann — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 01:46:07 +0000

As I read your words Sheila, I have tears! I am so moved. I have bookmarked this page for those days when I am feeling overwhelmed and undervalued. thank you so much for your support. ((((hugs))))

By: Morgine

Morgine — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 23:00:23 +0000

Loved your words and my heart opening!! Thanks for the smiles and I too LOVE this photo! One of my favorites too.