I’m feeling the disconnect from friends, family, classmates. Seeing the gulls be together, yet be apart, reminded me I can do that too. It’s just looking different for awhile.Most Viewed Today
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Mar 24, 2020 @ 20:16:12
Thanks! I am trying to find some routine. Work still goes on, but in radically different ways. Social media helps most of the time, although too much is not good, I find.
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Mar 24, 2020 @ 22:43:35
It’s becoming a new normal, isn’t it?
Be well, Allen.
Thanks for stopping by.
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Mar 25, 2020 @ 06:28:39
Thanks. Best to you as well…
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Mar 22, 2020 @ 13:42:17
Mar 18, 2020 @ 16:30:07
It’s great to see you on here! And the seagulls social distancing is brilliant. Did you take that picture?
I don’t like the recent changes one bit. Now, our church is going to YouTube. It’s a good thing, I’m sure, to slow down the virus. But I miss people!
I had jury duty last week, and there’s another trial next week. I enjoy being with my fellow jurors. However, about half of us are in the 60++ group, and a couple of the jurors were coughing last week, including the one sitting right next to me. Both the jury box and the jury room are small. No way to do social distancing, there. While New Mexico has closed down almost everything else, including restaurants, so far the court business is proceeding on schedule.
Luckily, I already had plenty of hand sanitizer. I was an OCD germaphobe, long before this pandemic! 😀
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Mar 22, 2020 @ 09:07:30
Hi Linda
The jury duty sounds pretty stressful
Glad you like the seagull picture I took, I noticed you used it on your blog as well. I would have appreciated asking me first, and would appreciate you updating now with appropriate credit being given.
Thanks
Zoe
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Mar 22, 2020 @ 11:58:41
Dear, dear Zoe, I am deeply sorry!! I posted that when I was very sleepy, and I wasn’t thinking clearly. My stepdaughter just came by and I told her: oh, I need to check my blog — and I was thinking to myself “and I need to give Zoe credit for the post I did this morning before I fell back to sleep!” Yes, I was absolutely wrong for failing to give you all the credit. I will take it down immediately!!
I will say this, I kept checking back to see if you had approved and replied to my comment here, that I had left several days ago, and as of early this morning, you had not. My feelings were a little hutt! But then I thought, Maybe she is sick. So I was praying for you. But my hurt/confused feelings are NoT why I failed to credit you, it really was because I was basically sleep posting. Unless.. my sleep deprived mind was unconsciously acting out, because I felt you were ignoring my comment??
Those of us who grew up with hellish abuse don’t do well with being ignored or discredited, do we?
I think you are wonderful, Zoe. And I am deeply sorry.
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Mar 22, 2020 @ 12:28:04
Linda, Linda! I love your honesty and apology. This is so wonderful…rupture and repair. Isn’t that what life is so full of?
I admit I was so surprised and also hurt because you are always so great about sharing other people’s blogs and giving credit so I was very hurt. But I can see how this evolved, and I so appreciate you being willing to give the whole story. This was a lovely gift you gave me today, thank you!
I’m sorry I didn’t reply/approve your comment from a few days ago, I have not been sick but I have so many papers I’m working on for the end of this term and I was buried.
I think you are wonderful, too, Linda. This really was a bright spot in my day. Thanks again!!
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Mar 22, 2020 @ 13:25:00
Oh… Thank you for this! I deleted that post, because I had no right to post it, and because I was feeling so embarrassed. And stupid. And wrong! And then I just now posted a new post, explaining and apologizing for what I had done. Duh I feel dumb right now. I haven’t eaten anything at all today, either, and now my husband has told me he has made us an omelette. Mmm smells good. Gotta go eat, will chat more later. You really are a wonderful person, Zoe!!! ❤❤
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Mar 22, 2020 @ 13:35:24
You went above and beyond, Linda, to delete it. Thank you for showing your humanness, you are a delight and -in my book – have absolutely nothing to be embarrassed about. I appreciate and value you and your integrity. ❤
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Mar 22, 2020 @ 13:49:43
❤❤❤
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Mar 18, 2020 @ 14:26:19
So true Zoe. It feels different and looks different… but we are all in this together and feel the discomfort and worry! Love that photo 💛
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Mar 18, 2020 @ 14:31:07
Hi Val!! Yes, that is a good reminder..we are all in this together, and we will get through it. Glad you enjoyed the photo. It just struck me as we are dealing with social distancing/isolation here in the Seattle area.
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Mar 18, 2020 @ 14:13:37
Hi Zoe, I’m always glad to see your post even if at first, I am confused seeing the author as Zoe instead of Denise. But I totally love you using “Zoe” because when we minister in Greece, we meet many Zoe’s, and are reminded of the name meaning of life. So… how appropriate for you and your story.
You asked about the isolation. I almost feel guilty saying I don’t mind it. As an introverted writer who just had a new book published, I’m content to be at my computer connecting with people through social media and alerting them to my (our/co-written with my husband, Larry), new book. We also are lay-counselors and can chat with our people over other means. But I know my circumstances are not the normal for everyone and my heart goes out to others. Including so many young moms with children at home. I’m seeking the Lord often about how I can support and minister to others. Thank you for every post you send out. I know you have an important story to continue telling. Bravo!
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Mar 18, 2020 @ 14:16:36
Hi Kathy!! How exciting!! Congratulations!! Please let me know the title, as I’d love to check it out!
Yes, Zoe is “life” as you mentioned. I changed to Zoe Renee which is ‘life reborn’ -definitely feels like it represents so much of the journey I’ve been on.
School has been an extension of that. I am in awe of all I’m learning and the people I get to be with and learn from. Such an honor. Thank you for sharing your thoughts. So glad you are safe and healthy. Stay well! xo Zoe
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Mar 18, 2020 @ 14:25:13
Thank you for allowing me to praise God for His work through our newly published book: “God’s Intriguing Questions: 40 Old Testament Devotions Revealing God’s Nature” by Larry and me. I’ll be so bold to include the Amazon link: https://www.amazon.com/Gods-Intriguing-Questions-Revealing-Motives-40/dp/195197008X/
I can sure understand you missing school. I know you love to learn and I wish you weren’t being delayed (even though God’s still in control) because you have so much of value to share with others. So as we trust God for these delays in our lives, I know He’ll continue to use you mightily as you are being equipped through schooling. Please post more often. 🙂
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Mar 18, 2020 @ 14:29:48
Thanks, Kathy, for the link and for your encouragement!!! 🙂
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Mar 18, 2020 @ 13:58:49
Yes we’re all still here. 🙂 I’ve been having to fight the urge to tunnel in and away completely. But I know my friends want – perhaps need – to hear my voice, and I’m finding encouragement in ‘hearing’ theirs, even if it’s on their blog. Thanks for speaking up on how you’re feeling! *Hugs*
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Mar 18, 2020 @ 14:13:41
Hi Sheri, Good to hear from you. I think we will all be stretched to find new, creative ways to be together…Thanks for sharing!!
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