tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36124766.post5330381305471900978..comments2024-03-22T17:14:03.969-04:00Comments on The Cottage Nest: Simple JoysJen Kershnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16128661586028201160noreply@blogger.comBlogger37125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36124766.post-44681153298460468232012-08-02T00:12:51.913-04:002012-08-02T00:12:51.913-04:00so sorry for your terrible loss. this post was re...so sorry for your terrible loss. this post was really beautiful and inspiring. blessings to you.SLRhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01508801787684614107noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36124766.post-56528122880787531522012-07-30T21:43:08.703-04:002012-07-30T21:43:08.703-04:00Oh, Jen. I just read this. I'm so sorry. I ...Oh, Jen. I just read this. I'm so sorry. I remember. Hold your wonderful memories close like a colorful quilt to wrap around you. Thinking of you. xo, CherylWhosyergurlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08796459473501881680noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36124766.post-72193217429023673152012-07-30T20:29:47.405-04:002012-07-30T20:29:47.405-04:00I missed this post somehow. I don't know what...I missed this post somehow. I don't know what it is like to lose your mother - yet. But I can only imagine. Wonderful that you have great memories, and that time does heal us somewhat.Sew a Fine Seamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02534917822179287644noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36124766.post-80125658267657064632012-07-30T16:14:50.767-04:002012-07-30T16:14:50.767-04:00Oh, Jen, I am so sorry for your pain and the circu...Oh, Jen, I am so sorry for your pain and the circumstances that brought it to you. You are a living testimony to your Mother's love and I know that she is always in your heart. Losing your Mother is one of those things in life you never really get over, but the way you are turning your life into a positive example of what she stood for helps to ease the pain. Much love to you. xxKaren @ Beatrice Euphemiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08631972741518142563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36124766.post-31827132310943606062012-07-30T16:14:19.309-04:002012-07-30T16:14:19.309-04:00So sorry this tragedy happened to you. What an uni...So sorry this tragedy happened to you. What an unimaginable emotion you must feel as you ponder back on this very day. May you continue to find the loveliness in each day and keep the legacy of your strong & precious mother alive. Thank you for sharing her legacy with us~ Ivy Jane<br /><br />http://alovelyvintagelife.blogspot.com/A Lovely Vintage Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15882968617826387865noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36124766.post-22622578297348190932012-07-29T21:22:54.712-04:002012-07-29T21:22:54.712-04:00i hear you on keeping things simple. lots of simi...i hear you on keeping things simple. lots of similar thoughts on my mind of late too.<br /><br />thinking of you and praying for you during this time...Kimber-Leighhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10868316866491561515noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36124766.post-84920027293346066352012-07-28T23:40:50.126-04:002012-07-28T23:40:50.126-04:00I had no idea about your mom, Jen. Thinking of you...I had no idea about your mom, Jen. Thinking of you and praying that those simple joys will provide a bit of comfort, that you can find peace and your heart grow restful.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36124766.post-9684352954347840892012-07-25T23:25:19.296-04:002012-07-25T23:25:19.296-04:00I, too, remember reading your post about your mom ...I, too, remember reading your post about your mom 2 yrs ago... what you wrote today resonated deep within me... from the simple truth & choice of letting go of the long... the never ending todo list, intentionally seeking out special ways to love & be with your family, & your last 2 sentences... SOOO beautifully written. I have been on a healing journey with some loved ones in my life... changing perspective, accepting, & extending grace as I realize what you wrote so well... they have loved me the best they knew how... what a wonderful way to honor your mom.Kellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06320698565112028497noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36124766.post-52011324118987884612012-07-25T10:53:40.645-04:002012-07-25T10:53:40.645-04:00Hi! I am thinking of you today. Hard day for you f...Hi! I am thinking of you today. Hard day for you for sure. But I love the way you are going to spend it. Just perfect. Take care, KitKithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821207596562393224noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36124766.post-70902535638156666252012-07-24T23:24:05.535-04:002012-07-24T23:24:05.535-04:00Yes-I remember that day and mourn with you. I kno...Yes-I remember that day and mourn with you. I know you are a good Mom to your kids and that you love your hubby and the life you have now. God has been good and is easing your heart in many little ways. Blessings to you, Jen- xo DianaNanaDianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14298962791700019785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36124766.post-59962506772233933212012-07-24T23:16:50.858-04:002012-07-24T23:16:50.858-04:00I just read your post about what had happened. I a...I just read your post about what had happened. I am truly sorry. I am thinking of you today as well and having some simple pleasures sounds perfect. Take care.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36124766.post-28763710217767667492012-07-24T21:02:53.927-04:002012-07-24T21:02:53.927-04:00I love the simple moments spent with family. That ...I love the simple moments spent with family. That time is the best. I love to do special things for them, too. <br />Thinking of you and your sad anniversary.<br /><br />~ShanonShanon at Vintage Sparkle Chichttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00480935131451730046noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36124766.post-42172149619629741802012-07-24T19:54:52.081-04:002012-07-24T19:54:52.081-04:00Thinking of you Jen.Thinking of you Jen.Emilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17480939903983271555noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36124766.post-25163400798057190022012-07-24T19:54:17.010-04:002012-07-24T19:54:17.010-04:00Thinking of you Jen.Thinking of you Jen.Emilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17480939903983271555noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36124766.post-87351431973591510932012-07-24T17:53:27.416-04:002012-07-24T17:53:27.416-04:00I am crying I hate that you had to go through this...I am crying I hate that you had to go through this that your Mother had to go through this I hate that u can relate more to the people in Aurora, Colorado than most of us can I hate this for u and all your family but I thank you for sharing it with us for digging it back out for sharing your love and honor and your memories in this I am seeing an example of strength and courage and reminders to look at my own life and take stock of what is really important. reminders that joy is a gift that we sometimes have to grab up and act as if it is already ours... Thank You<br />Hugs RaNaeRaNae @EweCreekCottagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03562533626386001489noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36124766.post-9480018401620041122012-07-24T14:16:32.295-04:002012-07-24T14:16:32.295-04:00I think living simpler and remembering your mother...I think living simpler and remembering your mother go hand in hand, the to do list is always going to be there, the people we love maybe not! I hope you're enjoying your day and summer! Sending good thoughts your way!!Laurie from Laurie Jones Homehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10549329957385944618noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36124766.post-25142373835320324352012-07-24T13:26:41.409-04:002012-07-24T13:26:41.409-04:00Every time you post I think of you and your mother...Every time you post I think of you and your mother and hope each day is a little easier. I don't know the details but losing your mother is shocking enough, senselessly is worse. Living your life better because of it is something you seem to be doing so good for you.MaryBethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15547321109503148189noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36124766.post-83484853365638799692012-07-24T12:57:26.824-04:002012-07-24T12:57:26.824-04:00So sad. She will be smiling knowing how much you ...So sad. She will be smiling knowing how much you cared for her and how you spend your time honoring her. ((((((HUGS)))))Debbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04242778760582160429noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36124766.post-21794047401122910992012-07-24T12:33:27.476-04:002012-07-24T12:33:27.476-04:00Thinking of you today. I can not think of a bette...Thinking of you today. I can not think of a better way to honor your mom than this beautiful post.Kellihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04104100135764091440noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36124766.post-20621406211454273322012-07-24T12:29:00.871-04:002012-07-24T12:29:00.871-04:00A lovely post. You are a wise gal.A lovely post. You are a wise gal.Debhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13872411319194316039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36124766.post-82893016436161931152012-07-24T12:09:56.952-04:002012-07-24T12:09:56.952-04:00I remember those original posts and how my heart b...I remember those original posts and how my heart broke for yours. I have since lost my dad this spring and the ache of losing a parent is indescribable. It is so good to hear a peace in your voice and what a perfect way to honor her...to love on your family even more. Thinking of you today. PattyPatty Markerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11556265449629529290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36124766.post-91070626124040506562012-07-24T12:08:26.641-04:002012-07-24T12:08:26.641-04:00Anniversaries of such life events are so difficult...Anniversaries of such life events are so difficult. We move forward one step at a time...<br />Thinking of you today and sending hugs and a prayer for peace.marejohnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03903554421867897659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36124766.post-50611640342496788952012-07-24T11:25:39.534-04:002012-07-24T11:25:39.534-04:00Even on this sad anniversary you are helping other...Even on this sad anniversary you are helping others because of the words you wrote today. I especially like.."Some days joy chooses you and some days you have to do the choosing."lesahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14270836034243104115noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36124766.post-40635000391638390782012-07-24T10:54:36.610-04:002012-07-24T10:54:36.610-04:00Hello Jen:
You sound so grounded and at peace with...Hello Jen:<br />You sound so grounded and at peace with things...but I feel the deep ache...lost my own Mom 13 years ago, 2 years after my younger brother...but time does help ease the ache...but I have a new hope..We have a brand new granddaughter...Vivian Helena...it is just the best...<br /><br />Cheers!<br />Linda :o)Lindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06682800877894439940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36124766.post-68845731999541954172012-07-24T10:08:58.231-04:002012-07-24T10:08:58.231-04:00wow, jen. please know that you are in my thoughts ...wow, jen. please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers today. lots of love to you this week.Amy @ Lucky Number 13https://www.blogger.com/profile/09203621645710456887noreply@blogger.com