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Challenging Worry


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Thanks Red.  It is the first one I made and although the white material is brand new, the bearpaws are from recycled material, from shirts, skirts, whatever was blue and of the same weight.  I get a kick out of using old material and make something out of it.  I had a terrible time getting the rows straight, then machine quilting it, though pinned, still puckered.  Bet you know what I mean. :)  I actually did throw it out at one point and my friend encouraged me to try again.  She is the one who died last October.  I didn't make a quilt last winter, but I think I will this winter, I have three tops already waiting for me.  I learned a lot on that first quilt!  Glad you like it.
 
Your friend, Sunny
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Sunny,
 
Thanks for putting up a picture of your quilt.  It's so beautiful. 
 
 
Red
13 years ago 0 659 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Hello Sunny,
 
Its nice to see you this morning.  I sure did miss you.  I would love to see a picture of your first quilt show and your quilt.  I am thinking about changing a color on one my blocks.  I have been working on it since early this morning.  Its kind of a distraction of sorts even though it's driving me crazy at the moment.  Kind of like a love hate relationship.  LOL :)
 
Your friend,
 
Red
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Hi Red:  I like Footprints too.  Used to have it hanging in a hallway.  I do believe in the power of prayer.  Prayer is calming for me.
 
Your friend,
 
Sunny
p.s. I might put up a pic of my first quilt to show you.  the one I almost threw out three times, no kidding.  It was my friend who saved the day.
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Sunny,
I came across your post on worry this morning and wanted to let you know that I found it very positive and helpful. I too believe in God.  For me this has been a very positive core belief.  I too find comfort in the Serenity Prayer and also turn over some of the problems to the Lord in prayer.  I too/do Believe, he knows what is the best for me and will lead me down the right path. He has always been there for me. Like the poem" Footprints in the Sand".   He is my Rock.
 
God blessed you Sunny with a kind heart.
 
Your Friend,
Red
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Juanita, that's really wonderful that you did so well.  I don't have any kids of my own, but I imagine it is very difficult to keep from worrying about them.  And Sunny it is so nice to hear that challenging your negative thoughts really worked for you.  I have found that "worry time" isn't really the best method for me either, and it's nice to know that it doesn't have to equal failure just because something doesn't do the trick.  You all are such an inspiration to me, especially when I need to know that challenging the worry really does work.
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Hi!
You know what Ashley....I am stronger than I ever thought! Thanks for saying it though.
Davit...It is like the "new and improved "version of myself! I'm  still me, but something has changed deep down that has given me such hope, its like that cloud of negativity has lifted, and I owe it all to this place."The hardest easiest thing you will ever do." Some  really smart guy said that!
Oh...I'm so glad I told my name...especially  if I'm going to be in your  book! No pressure, how's that going?
And guess what? I just  got an email from hubby...long story short, he found out son #1 is alive,and in the city,  YA!!  and he will contact him tonight. We will work this out. I know we will. I believe!
 Ok, now I'm getting mushy...ha, must go
Thank you all for your wonderful support,
Friends forever,
Juanita
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WOW,
 
Just when I thought I couldn't get any more impressed with members today... I have been amazed today about what I have been reading from members but Juanita this one really takes the cake.
 
Your strength is inspiring.  I can't even imagine what you are going through now.  All I know is that getting through this the way you are and being as strong as you are now is extremely admirable.  It really is a testament to how far you have come and to your deep internal strength.  Thank you so much for sharing this with us.  If there is anything we can do to support you let us know. 
 
Take care of yourself,
 


Ashley, Health Educator
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Juanita

Beautiful name 

Wow. I am so impressed with you. Is this the cleo we knew, that you knew. Maybe it is time for a new you. This one I certainly like. Besides I was finding it a little hard to dedicate my book to your dog, nice dog that it is. Love this new lady, keep surprising us. 

Here for you always,
Davit.
13 years ago 0 538 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
I used to be a worrier too. I say used to because through this program I have learnt the most wonderful thing...how to cope with the worrying ... by challenging my negative thougths. Its been my biggest breakthrough yet.
Right now I have a problem, a big worry so to speak...that oldest son of mine has "disappeared". He's going on 22. (Just to let everyone know that he is an adult..a Y, I learnt recently. Thanks Ashley.   I last was in contact with him onWednesday past. He sent me a cryptic e-mail, said he was all messed up, but it at least said "I'll live" on it...My hubby is away, I don't have any other way to get hold of him. Six months ago this would have sent me to my bed , crying and worrying, thinking the worst. Sure, I am worried, and those "What if he's dead in a ditch" thoughts pop in, but I  question them with "Ya,  what if he's gone with the Reserves, and can't get to computer. "  I keep telling myself that he's dramatic, always has been.I try to replace the negative with positive, and since I'm in a state of not knowing, I'm choosing to believe that he's fine, not dwell on what may or may not have happened.
I guess I'm trying to say that I'm now at a "normal" level  for worrying. I am concerned, like any mother would be, but I can still function and hope for the best. Its like Sunny says..I've done everything I can at this moment, so I give it up to the "Universe".I don't believe in God anymore, in the tradtional Christian way....Lots of negative core beliefs there for me!  but I do believe in spirituality and the power of the universe and its people. Thanks for listening to me, I needed to vent this today.
Sunny..at first I didn't get what you meant...AA? I do now though. Ha.ha.
Since I just bared my soul here, I want to add something...my real name...I'm tired of being called my dog's name...I've found myself , in my thoughts, referring to myself  as Cleo....Maybe I should have picked a better handle... 
Your friend,
 Juanita
 

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