tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9060656.post3892148953947311989..comments2023-10-25T10:01:00.032-04:00Comments on Garden of Stitches: Got some windowsUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9060656.post-18363401595345470182008-06-19T21:57:00.000-04:002008-06-19T21:57:00.000-04:00Your little house is looking great - those bricks ...Your little house is looking great - those bricks will be done in no time. I can certainly understand how all that you deal with daily can be getting you down. It is difficult just to keep a positive outlook with the state of everything, but when you add how that is affecting the lives of your clients, it makes it even more difficult. Big hugs - I am thinking of you, even though it has been so long since I have stopped by.Michellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15055538119434258693noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9060656.post-9642515994085057392008-05-29T16:42:00.000-04:002008-05-29T16:42:00.000-04:00I'm a bit late to the commenting of this post, but...I'm a bit late to the commenting of this post, but I, too, admire what you do for a living, Carol. I've had thoughts of becoming a psychotherapist from time to time, but easily talked myself out of it for the exact reasons that you are struggling with right now. Be good to yourself and be grateful for what you have in your life. *hug*Jennahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14302332969089248814noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9060656.post-38076836476159631512008-05-27T21:45:00.000-04:002008-05-27T21:45:00.000-04:00Carol, I can't imagine doing what you do everyday ...Carol, I can't imagine doing what you do everyday and maintain your sanity. Though it is hard-it would probably be so much harder for them if they didn't have you to tell their troubles to.<BR/><BR/>As a nurse I see lots of that-have had homeless moms with new babies etc. You do the best you can for them and hope that what you do will make a difference in the here and now.<BR/><BR/>Your block looks wonderful!Sharonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16713997987692139685noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9060656.post-57566535647978009962008-05-25T20:18:00.000-04:002008-05-25T20:18:00.000-04:00What you do would be so hard. As others have said,...What you do would be so hard. As others have said, I don't think I could do what you do, to hear and have to deal with individuals that are having such troubles. There are enough challenges and difficulties anyway without all the extra ones the economy and such are causing people to have to deal with. It would be so hard, and also cause such a feeling of helplessness in so many cases, to hear what people are telling you. I don't see how you could avoid being depressed on their behalf. Hopefully things improve soon for your clients, as well as for others, and things begin to go easier for you as well. Even if you can't fix things, being able for them to have someone to talk to that will listen and is non-judgemental is a huge help. {{hugs}}<BR/>Suestitcherwhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11795367484568298951noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9060656.post-8192507966445968832008-05-25T17:08:00.000-04:002008-05-25T17:08:00.000-04:00I know I'm a little late, but I wanted to send you...I know I'm a little late, but I wanted to send you {{{hugs}}} - it sounds like you could use some. I can only imagine how tough it must be to do your job.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9060656.post-82548198215841598322008-05-24T09:36:00.000-04:002008-05-24T09:36:00.000-04:00BIG Hugs coming to you from the UK - You will be m...BIG Hugs coming to you from the UK - You will be making a difference to your clients lives and being there for them is I know your job, but its a good job. Take respite in your stitching and the love of your family and friends which is plentiful - you do make a difference you know :-))<BR/>Hope that you have a good weekend and re-charge your batteries for next week.Susimachttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14520014625495614474noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9060656.post-57908961607204290112008-05-24T04:33:00.000-04:002008-05-24T04:33:00.000-04:00Hi Carol - I'm a day behind with blog reading (aga...Hi Carol - I'm a day behind with blog reading (again) but I wanted to pitch my two cents in.<BR/><BR/>What you do deserves no end of praise - trying to help people, so in the future they can help themselves. It's got to be so incredibly draining - and to whom does the therapist turn when in need of comfort and direction? I started off studying psychology, but a couple of years into the study, I realized that I did not have what it takes to do this as a career. For what little comfort it is worth, you've certainly got my admiration and respect.mainely stitchinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05915498269348257624noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9060656.post-43352158989296178422008-05-24T01:03:00.000-04:002008-05-24T01:03:00.000-04:00Awww, Carol. Big hugs! I know if must be difficult...Awww, Carol. Big hugs! I know if must be difficult to listen to such sadness and difficulties day in and day out but know that you are most likely that tieline to hope to so many people that things will turn around for them. It just takes time, patience and a little faith. Hang in there...valeriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15904215812180267706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9060656.post-77944753260413726682008-05-23T21:13:00.000-04:002008-05-23T21:13:00.000-04:00I can only imagine how hard it must be to sit ther...I can only imagine how hard it must be to sit there and listen and not be able to fix their problems. But you are doing a great thing just listening to them and not having them hold it all in until it become super dangerous for them mentally. <BR/>Thanks for being there for them.<BR/>Hugs!Maryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00100663839822383257noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9060656.post-60228260672205584082008-05-23T21:10:00.000-04:002008-05-23T21:10:00.000-04:00Now close your eyes and imagine me giving you the ...Now close your eyes and imagine me giving you the biggest hug ever. Can you feel it? Long minutes ,spent in just one hug. Hope you are smiling now. I am. =)<BR/>Love you!Janainahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15352230269044033066noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9060656.post-87185067508662985852008-05-23T19:22:00.000-04:002008-05-23T19:22:00.000-04:00Just sending you some hugs, Carol, as you already ...Just sending you some hugs, Carol, as you already know what I think :)<BR/>((((((hugs))))))<BR/>Hang in there :)BeckySChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18205434461183984325noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9060656.post-7393815946345094872008-05-23T17:47:00.000-04:002008-05-23T17:47:00.000-04:00It is because you care so deeply that you can be s...It is because you care so deeply that you can be so empathetic to your clients. Remember just by LISTENING (and you do much more than that) you have done more than <BR/>most people in their lives. Take comfort in that and remember to take care of yourself too! Hugs to you! <BR/>(((((Carol))))Robinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10515909607888527805noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9060656.post-35264550981520601282008-05-23T15:47:00.000-04:002008-05-23T15:47:00.000-04:00{{{{{{BIG HUGS}}}}}}} from way out west!!!!edgar{{{{{{BIG HUGS}}}}}}} from way out west!!!!<BR/><BR/>edgarEdgarhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00837185107544953448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9060656.post-68747285219453834502008-05-23T14:45:00.000-04:002008-05-23T14:45:00.000-04:00I know how you feel - sometimes I have to shut off...I know how you feel - sometimes I have to shut off the TV and stop reading the news because I just can't take any more bad news or hopelessness. I feel terrible for you because you can't really step away from it - it's your job, and you know you have to listen to this day in and day out to help these people. <BR/><BR/>I know it's rough going for you, so I'm sendng a big hug your way. Try to be as good to yourself as you can, and most importantly, count your blessings on a daily basis. I found keeping a gratitude journal, and focusing on at least 5 things I was thankful for each day really helped keep my spirits up when I was feeling especially down about things. Remember to give enough time and attention to the good things in life.Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17432778814708875811noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9060656.post-53234289216796837122008-05-23T13:25:00.000-04:002008-05-23T13:25:00.000-04:00((((big hugs))))((((big hugs))))Carlahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15884406701657210293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9060656.post-71827426556739130282008-05-23T13:08:00.000-04:002008-05-23T13:08:00.000-04:00Carol...I know what you are saying...my town that ...Carol...I know what you are saying...my town that I live in...we have lots of poverty stricken families and the only thing that is helping them is the Food Pantry and Food Stamps. Otherwise they would not be making it either and maybe some of them are not making it...who knows. <BR/><BR/>I feel for you and it's hard to work in a place that you have to deal with poor people all of the time who doesn't have enough to live on and it is a terrible shame too and naturally you would feel depressed because you can do all you can for those people and that is it and it makes you feel helpless that you can't do more for them. <BR/><BR/>You are doing a great job on your WIP...and I love those houses too...I have that in my Stash and hopefully sometime this year or next year I can get it started. <BR/><BR/>Take care & Happy StitchingLinda K's Stitching Corner https://www.blogger.com/profile/13402775984447448430noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9060656.post-84193088388948976652008-05-23T12:23:00.000-04:002008-05-23T12:23:00.000-04:00What a difference you make in their lives, that th...What a difference you make in their lives, that they are able to vent and to know that you care. I work for a church and do a lot of volunteering at shelters and the pain and need in this world is so often overwhelming to me. Know that you are doing your part to help by listening and loving them and wanting a better future for them. No, it won't save their house, but at least they know they are not alone. And from the homeless that I have worked with, that is a precious gift. Perhaps you can start a support group for some of them?Tracy M.https://www.blogger.com/profile/12789060103438345198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9060656.post-40051753391170603152008-05-23T12:08:00.000-04:002008-05-23T12:08:00.000-04:00Oh Carol - that must be so difficult for you to sp...Oh Carol - that must be so difficult for you to spend your days watching others go through terrible struggles and hard times. You are clearly sacrificing some of your own inner peace caring for others. That is such an incredibly giving and loving thing for you to do! I know it's really no consolation but you are a very compassionate person.Kim Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15350618051065871443noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9060656.post-82436738595501719242008-05-23T11:15:00.000-04:002008-05-23T11:15:00.000-04:00Carol, I've been a "lurker" for a few months, enjo...Carol, <BR/>I've been a "lurker" for a few months, enjoying looking at your stitchery and seeing the love that you put into it. God tells us to not lose heart or give up, so keep trusting that what you are doing is making a difference - it may not seem like it, but you are. <BR/><BR/>I feel like I've gotten to know you a little, and if you don't mind excepting a hug from a stranger, consider yourself cyber-hugged. I, too, find cross-stitching, along with crocheting, therapeutic, and if you want to see some of what I've made I have some pictures on my blog. <BR/><BR/>I've thought about asking to join in on some of these exchanges and round-robins, but I'm afraid I don't have much time to stitch so I would get things done too slowly to keep up with the deadlines. I only know how to do counted cross-stitch, though I have a stamped pattern I'm going to try soon. Thanks for sharing your beautiful work, and for teaching me a few things about cross-stitching!<BR/><BR/>Take care,<BR/>Christine MyersPeacheshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15509449280511776559noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9060656.post-90254276289139354112008-05-23T10:34:00.000-04:002008-05-23T10:34:00.000-04:00{{{{Carol}}}} I know from my own work just how dis...{{{{Carol}}}} I know from my own work just how disheartening looking at the big picture can be but I'm sure you are making a real difference to your clients lives.<BR/><BR/>HoHRH is looking gorgeous, great progressKarolinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02613986841074083598noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9060656.post-65992786091342265842008-05-23T09:55:00.000-04:002008-05-23T09:55:00.000-04:00Dear sweet Carol!!! I don't envy you in your posit...Dear sweet Carol!!! I don't envy you in your position. It makes me realise how blessed I am. When I look at the news and see the current situ in China my heart goes out to people. There can be hope though even in poverty. "A merry heart doeth good like medicine" the Bible says and these people sound like they need a big dose of joy! Don't lose hope Carol. They come to you for hope, give them some hope and joy. Even a smiling face, a hug or a prayer can do so much. HugsxxxxHazelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07391187914615955281noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9060656.post-7764438832563859922008-05-23T08:55:00.000-04:002008-05-23T08:55:00.000-04:00It's so hard, especially now that even the middle ...It's so hard, especially now that even the middle class is becoming poor and struggling to make ends meet. It shows your character that you are feeling for these people and have not hardened after hearing their struggles over the years. <BR/><BR/>Try to take some time to de-stress and definitely to unload some of the sad stories, even if it means journaling (obviously you can't write about it here). I'll be thinking of you.Cathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12026282876821190499noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9060656.post-71335925621980306922008-05-23T06:59:00.000-04:002008-05-23T06:59:00.000-04:00Carol-I know exactly what you mean. I'm a social w...Carol-<BR/><BR/>I know exactly what you mean. I'm a social worker dealing with substance abuse/mentally ill teenagers and their families. Hang in there and know that I'm right with ya.<BR/><BR/>-Jenollie1976https://www.blogger.com/profile/09253441070442158154noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9060656.post-56790869253295638972008-05-23T06:53:00.000-04:002008-05-23T06:53:00.000-04:00Carol, I know how hard it is for a compassionate p...Carol, I know how hard it is for a compassionate person like yourself to watch people suffering so deeply. "Critical times hard to deal with" are upon us and people all over are in difficult circumstances in one way or another. I don't know about you, but if I'm not undergoing some difficulty myself, I feel guilty because I'm not suffering as much as so many others. Take heart in knowing that you do much more good than you realize, both with your clients and your friends (including all your online friends which must number in the hundreds if not thousands)brightening our days with your kindness. Fortify yourself with the love of your friends and soothe yoursef wth the therapy of stitching. I have only a virtual hug for you...but you can "feel" it everytime you read it!<BR/>Hugs, Sharon MStitchhappyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01474662343188937579noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9060656.post-48716927621539787732008-05-23T06:52:00.000-04:002008-05-23T06:52:00.000-04:00I think the ladies have said it all - sending a bi...I think the ladies have said it all - sending a big warm hug from Down under. <BR/><BR/>I just love how this block on HoHRH is turning out.cathymkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00375882168334521467noreply@blogger.com