tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7736127069847988207.post9094308213375959211..comments2024-01-18T00:32:55.427-06:00Comments on my cozy book nook: Where's Molly?Mollyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08414201637917215413noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7736127069847988207.post-18856296895219194872011-04-10T18:59:46.283-05:002011-04-10T18:59:46.283-05:00I am so sorry about the death of your mother. I a...I am so sorry about the death of your mother. I agree with your thoughts that she is in a better place and in death she released the suffering she had to endure. My grandmother went through the same process. Hurry up, no wait, she's ok, hurry up, no wait, a vicious cycle. <br /><br />Congratulations on being a grandmother. That's exciting news and hopefully there will be some bond connecting the baby and great grandmother in the future.<br /><br />Yippee to France. I want to go too. You're online classes look interesting too.<br /><br />Eventually life will settle down again and you will find Molly the Person.Breehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01289499533606873690noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7736127069847988207.post-4987808356034297602011-04-10T07:54:35.083-05:002011-04-10T07:54:35.083-05:00I see so many of my favorite bloggers have already...I see so many of my favorite bloggers have already been by to voice their words of consolation and congratulations. These help so much, I think. And I add my words to the congregation assembled here, words offering encouragement and comfort and strength. You know what they are.<br /><br />I'd love to share Paris with you and I'd love to hear your thoughts about New York. Let's try to do this by e-mail, if that's okay. Here's mine: debnance at gmail dot com.Deb Nance at Readerbuzzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12128529491888701996noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7736127069847988207.post-22871264435685393092011-04-08T19:17:01.050-05:002011-04-08T19:17:01.050-05:00*hugs* You are going through so much right now. I ...*hugs* You are going through so much right now. I hope it all gets easier.Vasillyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08463689838763126048noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7736127069847988207.post-76465755158388704752011-04-07T08:03:49.470-05:002011-04-07T08:03:49.470-05:00Wow, Molly, your life is beyond full at the moment...Wow, Molly, your life is beyond full at the moment with the "big stuff." No wonder you feel you are getting lost in the fray! I will keep you in my thoughts and I know that you'll find back to yourself, to Molly the Person! Much love, Silke <br /><br />Oh, and congrats on the little grand daughter!! She is so sweet!Silke Powershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17094855019089665976noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7736127069847988207.post-63503006573611483542011-04-06T22:43:41.503-05:002011-04-06T22:43:41.503-05:00Molly, you've been going through so much, all ...Molly, you've been going through so much, all at the same time. Lots of different transitions - most people would find it challenging to cope with just one of the experiences you've gone through. Right now you're feeling lost, but give yourself time and a lot of love, too. You're doing wonderfully, and yes, you will find yourself again. Sending you a big cyberhug.Belle Wonghttp://msbookish.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7736127069847988207.post-36107604911147175712011-04-06T20:55:39.589-05:002011-04-06T20:55:39.589-05:00Oh Molly - I hear the pain in your words. You have...Oh Molly - I hear the pain in your words. You have experienced the highest of highs (a new granddaughter) and the lowest of lows (losing someone you loved) all in the space of a few days. No wonder you feel out of step and a bit lost in your skin. Give yourself some time, my friend...you're still in there. I'm keeping you in my thoughts and prayers for easier (and less stressful) days ahead. *hugs*Wendyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14332796775305098552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7736127069847988207.post-58739911997010173962011-04-06T15:47:49.576-05:002011-04-06T15:47:49.576-05:00That much change, all at one time, is enough to ov...That much change, all at one time, is enough to overwhelm anyone and cause them to pause and re-examine. I hope that things fall into place easily for you as you face this reorganized life.Alycehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10919057159829023714noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7736127069847988207.post-84340958212194409062011-04-06T15:40:08.696-05:002011-04-06T15:40:08.696-05:00I agree with Jenners. You are all of these Mollys...I agree with Jenners. You are all of these Mollys. I hope things will settle down for you soon and you will get a break from the life altering events. I'll be thinking about you and praying for you and your family.Kathleenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01739982274914536036noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7736127069847988207.post-84450694399302312562011-04-05T19:27:48.308-05:002011-04-05T19:27:48.308-05:00You are all of those Mollys and none of them exclu...You are all of those Mollys and none of them exclusively. You're going through quite an intense time. I could see why a Parisian escape would be needed!Jennershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08044537551139633301noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7736127069847988207.post-55610494536417545522011-04-05T18:40:25.747-05:002011-04-05T18:40:25.747-05:00Molly,
You are definitely someone who inspires me...Molly, <br />You are definitely someone who inspires me. To speak so honestly during a difficult time is amazing. My heart goes out to you and your family and I believe that as long as you continue to be so honest with yourself you will be just fine. Better than fine.<br /><br />My thoughts are with you.Bethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06526172002437932267noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7736127069847988207.post-47411737520708367142011-04-05T18:03:18.558-05:002011-04-05T18:03:18.558-05:00Thank you for sharing your heart so beautifully. ...Thank you for sharing your heart so beautifully. Allow yourself to have days to just be what you are right then and plan to have it change in the next hour or two. Thoughts and prayer are with you and your family.Nise' https://www.blogger.com/profile/15586400022454009379noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7736127069847988207.post-1909061832999483672011-04-05T16:52:35.500-05:002011-04-05T16:52:35.500-05:00I feel I am in your skin when I read this. I mean...I feel I am in your skin when I read this. I mean, not really because my oldest is 13, but just in general, you are being pulled in so many different directions. And I know that you will handle it all with grace, in the Molly way. But if I could just whisper something for your back-burner...please let Molly the woman have her time too. I am Sandy the frugal but I really REALLY wish you would find a way (have a garage sale, a bake sale, something) to go to France. You need this in the worst way. Now more than ever before.Sandy Nawrothttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00564390728106776030noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7736127069847988207.post-88835142884549523442011-04-05T13:06:37.573-05:002011-04-05T13:06:37.573-05:00This was some truly poignant writing that went str...This was some truly poignant writing that went straight to the heart. Remember that all things good and bad pass on. Paris is great...go as soon as you can. Live!Mrs. Fhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08628771278109010923noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7736127069847988207.post-42663454770799029652011-04-05T12:13:48.518-05:002011-04-05T12:13:48.518-05:00But you certainly do know who you are. If you didn...But you certainly do know who you are. If you didn't, you wouldn't be able to express your conflicting emotions about your various roles so eloquently. This post, in addition to what is happening in your life on this day, is simply amazing. <br /><br />If people are judging your responses as wrong (and how many are, really?), don't worry about it. You know what you're feeling inside, and whatever you show to others IS appropriate. It's more appropriate than hiding your true feelings, IMO. <br /><br />It will get better; life will settle down again. It's no wonder that you're feeling the things that you are. Take a deep breath and ride it out. Hugs, Molly.Cathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16900383840255608898noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7736127069847988207.post-56463037542178257302011-04-05T11:20:24.258-05:002011-04-05T11:20:24.258-05:00I wish I could give you a hug Molly. You put your ...I wish I could give you a hug Molly. You put your emotions so well into words. I can feel your pain but also how you don't feel comfortable enough to just be you. I agree with you that your mom is in a better place..there's no need for sadness. Be MOLLY and embrace your life!Stacihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07600979915661464945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7736127069847988207.post-57463141675231159302011-04-05T11:16:21.993-05:002011-04-05T11:16:21.993-05:00Oh Molly, everything changes so fast, doesn't ...Oh Molly, everything changes so fast, doesn't it? Joy and tears. And it all becomes overwhelming so fast. I'm learning, with age, that despite the cliche, things do indeed happen for a reason. I think I'm learning to "let go," and it's starting to feel freer. Deep breath, face one day at a time, and know what will be, will be. You're an amazing person and the pieces will indeed fall into place.Michelehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04873109350235219509noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7736127069847988207.post-13793162359494255202011-04-05T09:19:51.044-05:002011-04-05T09:19:51.044-05:00Molly the person will continue to change and grow ...Molly the person will continue to change and grow and it's okay to not quite know her through the transitions.<br /><br />You have so much going on you are probably working on automatic. You'll find a moment in the coming weeks to take it all in and face the future as the new you.Beth Fhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08627666337961326265noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7736127069847988207.post-35768571757729304592011-04-05T08:59:09.867-05:002011-04-05T08:59:09.867-05:00What a whirlwind of emotions and duties all smashe...What a whirlwind of emotions and duties all smashed together into such a short period of time! Your head, heart and body must be spinning. Do you wonder what your score would be on one of those "stress" level tests - you know the ones where you check off life events and then determine if you are calm, stressed or in orbit? LOL<br /><br />It's a lot to take in and process at one time. I'm thrilled that your new grandbaby is here. I'm sorry about your Mom, but I do think she is in a better place and totally understand your feelings in that regard. <br /><br />Having been through the wringer myself, I can tell you that this too shall pass. You'll get your balance again and feel like Molly, the woman, the reader, the blogger, the person. Life will settle down and one day you'll take a deep breath and think, OK, I'm OK now. :-)<br /><br />Hugs.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7736127069847988207.post-66215989802153088062011-04-05T08:42:14.175-05:002011-04-05T08:42:14.175-05:00Oh, my dear Molly:) I would say that you're al...Oh, my dear Molly:) I would say that you're all these beautiful contradictions and more! I have really enjoyed our time with you and look forward to more adventures in the future. Here's to living these beautiful lives we've been given, right?:)Lizhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01521424959799675536noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7736127069847988207.post-85766661035282264442011-04-05T08:05:04.592-05:002011-04-05T08:05:04.592-05:00Molly... this was some seriously beautiful writing...Molly... this was some seriously beautiful writing. I'm so sorry that life is not easy right now, but I hope you get to go on that Parisian vacation soon. Congratulations on being a grandmother. And I know it's hard, but you have to grieve the way you will grieve. No one should pressure you to grieve any other way... they should understand. I'm sending lots of love your way.Leslie @ This is the Refrainhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18027804132268043518noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7736127069847988207.post-24483592467956212482011-04-05T07:27:08.935-05:002011-04-05T07:27:08.935-05:00Oh, Molly, what a roller coaster of emotions you h...Oh, Molly, what a roller coaster of emotions you have been on. You are so right that your mother is in a better place. But it's still hard to lose a parent, especially a mother. <br /><br />I hope your daughter is doing better and congratulations on the new baby. You will soon enough find that the idea of being a grandma has grown on you and I'm sure you'll be great at it!Lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05554217416500328610noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7736127069847988207.post-91448660628878839602011-04-05T06:54:49.762-05:002011-04-05T06:54:49.762-05:00Oh Molly, I'm so sorry you're having to go...Oh Molly, I'm so sorry you're having to go through all of this all at one time. I know your emotions must be conflicting and on edge. I am confident that things will get better and you will rise above the fray.bermudaonionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10726401178972099557noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7736127069847988207.post-69479301067130898552011-04-05T06:09:25.581-05:002011-04-05T06:09:25.581-05:00Wow that " a death and a birth" adage is...Wow that " a death and a birth" adage is really true for you Molly. Congrats on the new granddaughter.(Diane) Bibliophile By the Seahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10519875632878992728noreply@blogger.com