General Chat

Cynthia, as others have said, rest as much as you can. I know the toll it took on my brother when he was a full-time carer for our father who was physically disabled, registered blind and then had dementia, so please accept all the help that is offered to you. You and your OH are in my thoughts <3

I like the idea of a prayer trip around the home. So many posts lately have reminded me of my young days. I have an aunt, only 6 years older than me, who had a lovely voice. At family gatherings everyone performed their party piece and she always sang Bless This House. Happy memories of happy times.

You have my deepest sympathy Cynthia.
My wife is classified as my carer
and I can see the effect the role is having on her/

Good morning :-)

Thank you for the kind words - much appreciated <3

Continuing the prayer walkabout in our homes....


A prayer for the dining room

Prayer- "Heavenly Father, bless the time we spend together at this dining table. May we encourage one another and not criticize. Please fill our hearts with joy, laughter, and the grace to understand one another."

Cx :-)

Hello and good evening to you all :-D <3
I hope you are well, or your problems are no worse.
I'm aware I've complained about this and that on these threads
over recent years. But, all things considered, looking at the bigger picture
I have survived much that once seemed insurmountable.
With, the benefit of TV, the internet, newspapers and thought
I see myself as fortunate, surviving each day realising that I am
no longer young, and "older" than some who helped me get this far,
yet immature in some ways.
Very fortunate I guess.
THANK GOD.

You’re right David. We all have a lot to be thankful for. A while ago I was reading about some people with mental issues who kept a “gratitude diary”, writing down each day a few things that had made that day worthwhile. I thought it was a good idea. I don’t write anything down but last thing at night I do say a quiet thank you for the good things of the day. They are usually little things like getting the washing dry or finding a book I wanted in the library; sometimes nice things like an unexpected phone call from a distant friend. It’s surprising how much better it makes me feel, even if I have had a grotty day.

I hope your OH has settled in at the home and you are managing to get some rest Cynthia.

Thank you Vera. Wife was at her GP this morning on a separate issue.
She's had two minor heart attacks in the last two years. She attends
monthly to give a blood sample to the nurse. She also saw her GP who
gave her a prescription for an "infection" vague term (?)
Five years ago she had her worn out knees replaced, big invasive surgery.
She's limping heavily on her RH side. I don't know if it's her hip. I do know
she works harder than some people half her age at a time when she
should be enjoying her retirement.

Good morning :-)


It's amazing how small things can make all the difference.....and we all have a lot to be grateful for. OH is as settled as he can be. I have a meeting tomorrow to see how many hours we will be allowed for home care and then I am having my hair done. I go to see him for a couple of hours each day - it's hard seeing him just sitting there though........ :-(


Moving on...... we continue our prayer walkabout in our homes..

Lord, as I lay my head down to sleep in this room tonight, I ask for your comfort and strength. Ease my mind. Help me to let everything go and leave it all in your hands. Give me peace that I may sleep without tossing and turning. May all loneliness be banished, as I rest in your peace. Amen.


Cx :-)

He will become accustomed to it Cynthia. My Mother in law spent the last three years of her life in a care home. She suffered from rheumatoid arthritis and was immobilized
Unfortunately the . staff didn't give her the care they should and MIL died in hospital
from unnecessary illness. As her SIL who visited her regularly I only saw the care home at its best. Sadly that wasn't always the case.

Good morning :-)


I have a meeting today to sort out how many hours I will be allowed for care. Seeing him sitting there so forlornly has been a blow - I want him home as soon as it can be arranged.


On our prayer stroll today, we venture into the living room..

Lord, we pray for this room where we live, relax and entertain. May it be a comfortable place for the family and a place where we welcome friends and strangers. May the love of all who enter here grow and flourish in your name.
Amen.

Cx :-)

Good morning :-)


I have a meeting today to sort out how many hours I will be allowed for care. Seeing him sitting there so forlornly has been a blow - I want him home as soon as it can be arranged.


On our prayer stroll today, we venture into the living room..

Lord, we pray for this room where we live, relax and entertain. May it be a comfortable place for the family and a place where we welcome friends and strangers. May the love of all who enter here grow and flourish in your name.
Amen.

Cx :-)

Cynthia <3

My thoughts and prayers to those in the same situation
as you Cynthia.

Hello all

Liking the prayers for the different rooms in the home Thank you Cynthia. I do something similar I call "prayer walking" as I go around the streets and pray for my neighbours houses.

I hope all goes well with your meeting today and that you will be given the help needed to bring your hubby back home before too long.

Good morning :-)


What better way to end our prayer walk around our homes than with this.......


Bless this house, O Lord we pray
Make it safe by night and day
Bless these walls so firm and stout
Keeping want and trouble out
Bless the roof and chimneys tall
Let thy peace lie overall
Bless this door that it may prove
Ever open,
To joy and love

Bless these windows shining bright
Letting in God's Heavenly light
Bless the hearth, ablazing there
With smoke ascending like a prayer!
Bless the people here within
Keep them pure and free from sin
Bless us all that we may be
Fit O Lord to dwell with thee
Bless us all that one day we may dwell
O Lord! With Thee!


Cx :-)

Someone has just shared this with me on Facebook......try it :-D


https://youtu.be/ZqN9aS2S3L0


Cx :-)

Hello all

Bright but very cold this morning. The storm is forecast for tomorrow I think. Stay safe everyone.

Andre Rieu is a favourite of son in law. I liked the beginning, so calming and relaxing. Not keen on the happy clappy that followed though. Much prefer Bless This House which hubby and I would sing together along with the Harry Secombe version on CD.

Hope Vera is well, not seen her posting recently.

Bless This House, beautiful memories that brings to mind <3

Bless this house reminds me that my parents had a rectangular brass plaque with this verse on it. It hung on the chimney breast on 'Dad's' side of the fireplace.

Thank you Cynthia for your posts with deep meaning and also those about everyday life.
I hope you can obtain all the help you need to help with your husband.

Thinking of you.

Good morning :-)

Thank you for the comments......the music sequence was just like that special scene in Sister Act.....loved that film :-D

The Collect (special prayer) for today ….

Eternal Father, whose Son Jesus Christ ascended
to the throne of heaven. that he might rule over all things as Lord and King:
keep the Church in the unity of the Spirit. and in the bond of peace,
and bring the whole created order to worship at his feet;
who liveth and reigneth with thee, in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, now and forever. Amen.

The Gospel reading is taken from the Sermon on the Mount.......where Jesus refers to us as salt and light in the world.

Cx :-)

Good morning :-)


Forgive me if I am a bit erratic this week, but OH isn't too well so I am on alert so to speak.

Yesterday was simply atrocious with the amount of wind and rain - I got to church and spent the entire service standing against a radiator to try and dry myself off! There were leakages all over the place and so the buckets came out! Then we had a couple of interruptions from people who couldn't get out of their drive because of parked cars. Add to this a presentation to two retiring churchwardens, 2 baptisms and congratulations on a 57th wedding anniversary - and it was what you would call a 'busy' morning :-D

We listened to a thought-provoking sermon - about Jesus telling us that 'you are the salt of the earth and the light of the world'.

Salt is used in so many ways – cooking, preserving, cleaning. If you don’t use enough it’s not effective, if you use too much, it can be harmful.

As Christians, there are strong implications for us…..just as salt makes a difference, so should we. It means that we are to ‘season’ the events in everyday life in a way that it reveals God. Speaking a kind word, being generous with our compassion, time and money to help those in need. Rebuilding relationships, calming arguments, helping those who hurt.

But as with salt, too much is harmful – we should not push our faith down people’s throats but be gentle with it.

Lord, help me to be a ‘salty’ Christian in the world. Amen.


Cx :-)

Sorry to hear that your OH is not too well Cynthia. It’s wonderful that you keep this thread going but you mustn’t worry about posting. Your priority must be taking care of your husband and also yourself. Thinking of you both <3 <3

Your church always seems to be busy Cynthia. It’s lovely to hear of somewhere that appears to be so welcoming.

My thoughts today are with those who are waiting for the results of medical tests which can be a very frightening time. May they have cause to rejoice, but if their news is not good may they be given strength and inner calm to face whatever lies ahead <3