tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post1420490730319199853..comments2024-03-06T22:56:55.030-06:00Comments on A Gathering Place: ~~~~~THOUGHTS ON A SUNDAY MORNING~~~~~ The Power of Your WordsRebecca Nelsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14662129266792835433noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-38357916169096824442011-05-31T23:05:50.703-05:002011-05-31T23:05:50.703-05:00Ann, I so totally understand what you mean. I mus...Ann, I so totally understand what you mean. I must say, I was pretty stressed the first week as they did not give my prof as much time as he wanted so we blew through 7 chapters in one night and we left the next morning for the ordeal with my father just getting back in time for the next class and had no time to study. My wifey had to leave me alone in my office for many nights after that to catch up but it is all good now! :-) Thank you so much for your concern and words of encouragement. I will need all I can get.<br /><br />Thanks,<br /><br />MrAGPMr AGPnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-39033479384875439952011-05-31T21:28:51.219-05:002011-05-31T21:28:51.219-05:00Hello Mr AGP, sorry if I offended you or your darl...Hello Mr AGP, sorry if I offended you or your darling wife. I meant well and since I am totally left brain, I don't always communicate accurately or loving esp after a full day at the office. This was my experience when I got my undergrad and graduate degree, any emotional leaning on me put me into orbit since the pressures of job and school were plenty. But that was my experience and not yours. I deeply apologize for my comments and wish you every success.Annnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-28774298532472409412011-05-31T09:58:42.356-05:002011-05-31T09:58:42.356-05:00Dear Rebecca, I can fully understand what you and ...Dear Rebecca, I can fully understand what you and Mr.APGman are going through. When Reuben and I were a LOT younger he also did his Computer Science Degree while he worked and traveled full time. I know Mr. AGPman will come through with flying colors and so will you. Blessings always, Maureen.A Rose Without A Thornhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06734965001850808156noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-43361598272737713432011-05-30T23:16:45.855-05:002011-05-30T23:16:45.855-05:00To Ann, I am a bit confused by your comment. I am...To Ann, I am a bit confused by your comment. I am trying to convince myself you meant well but I am not sure you accurately read the post. <br /><br /> My loving wife prayed to CONTINUE to support me in my venture. Trust me, she is extremely busy with her work and not needy. It is just we are so busy that we always spend our downtime together and now even that is encroached upon. She knows this will be good for both of us but believe me she wants me to do this for me. If it wasn't for her prodding I would have never gone down to the school and got enrolled to begin with. SHE is the reason it is even happening. She knows I wanted to do it and SHE gave me the courage and will to get going with it. Please understand that.<br />Thank you for your concern and may God bless you and yours.<br /><br />Mr AGPMr AGPnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-68333564545739323942011-05-30T21:46:07.670-05:002011-05-30T21:46:07.670-05:00Hi Rebecca, Ah-ha. Are you lonely or needy? You m...Hi Rebecca, Ah-ha. Are you lonely or needy? You may not realize it but Mr. AGP is doing what is absolutely best for him and you. Also, this is a time for you to grow. Have you considered taking a class? You two have a great marriage, but it can be enriched when you both are engaged in your own interests and each grows in those areas. I'm saying this with tough love Ms Rebecca. You have to stay busy with your projects and he will appreciate it since being lonely and weepy will only add to his stress. With Diving guidance I'm sure you will figure it out. Blessings.Annnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-62886149249744415112011-05-30T21:21:34.219-05:002011-05-30T21:21:34.219-05:00HI REBECCA... MY HUSBAND IS DISABLED SO I HAVE ALO...HI REBECCA... MY HUSBAND IS DISABLED SO I HAVE ALOT OF LONE TIME.... WE USE TO GO PLACES AND HE WOULD HELP MOW AND DO MY HONEY DO'S... IT HAS ALL CHANGED... I AM MOSTLY A LONER.... I GO BY MYSELF ALL THE TIME... I HAVE GOTTEN USE TO IT.. YES I WISH IT WAS LIKE IT USE TO BE.. BUT I THINK GOD I STILL HAVE HIM.. HE IS THE TYPE NOT TO TALK MUCH... SOMETIMES HE DOESN'T EVEN ANSWER ME.. SO I KEEP MYSELF VERY BUSY.. JUST TRY TO STAY BUSY AND JUST THINK OF THE TIME YOU WILL HAVE WITH YOUR HUBBY WHEN HE FINISHES HIS STUDIES.... YOU CAN DO IT.. NOT EASY BUT YOU CAN DO IT... THANKS AGAIN... YOUR BLOG HELPS ME SO MUCH... LOHOMAAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-38696716883167074202011-05-30T17:09:34.774-05:002011-05-30T17:09:34.774-05:00Hi Rebecca. How are you? I know I haven't been...Hi Rebecca. How are you? I know I haven't been around for a while now but please know that I think of you and your blog often. I posted a little while ago about my father in law. You may remember he was in the last stage of Alzheimer's. I'm sad to say that he has passed on. :'( It's been very hard on us. What comforts us is that we know he is with our Heavenly Father. <br />I'll be back to blogging soon. <br />May God continue to bless you and your beautiful blog. You are such an inspiration.<br />SandraSandrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12731602027213155763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-48345184290911539062011-05-30T12:05:15.551-05:002011-05-30T12:05:15.551-05:00You know that I will pray for you, Becca, my sweet...You know that I will pray for you, Becca, my sweet friend! I went through the same thing when my hubby went back to school at 50 to become a pastor. It is a lonely life sometimes. And, even more lonely when I find that focus is away from family and onto others that NEED..and are NEEDY...but, that being said, I AM proud of him. It was his heart's desire. I became productive in a different way because I went back to work to fill some of the hours...and that has taken on a life of its own. <br /><br />You can do this! I know that you are a strong woman and you will find comfort in being supportive and "doing". Maybe you need something new in your own life that will quiet that sense of abandonment. (just don't go looking for male dancers);>) <br /><br />Love you much and Happy Memorial Day- xxoo DianaNanaDianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14298962791700019785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-52530951748392558292011-05-30T07:12:58.187-05:002011-05-30T07:12:58.187-05:00I CAN pray for you and I WILL:) I enjoy my time i...I CAN pray for you and I WILL:) I enjoy my time in the mornings too! <br /><br />It will all be a distant memory before you know it and you sweetheart will be finished and home with you! <br /><br />Enjoy your Memorial Day my friend, BIG HUGS!Theresahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07511604348057625922noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-5258646006257963892011-05-30T01:48:40.237-05:002011-05-30T01:48:40.237-05:00What a beautiful post sweet Rebecca, Happy Memoria...What a beautiful post sweet Rebecca, Happy Memorial Day, Hugs and prayers sent your way! MarilouAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17175847527595328447noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-15461469637026302092011-05-29T23:10:23.334-05:002011-05-29T23:10:23.334-05:00will pray.....will pray.....Deannahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08019741103496608961noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-67742120472286259062011-05-29T22:49:11.996-05:002011-05-29T22:49:11.996-05:00Rebecca,
I sure will pray. Remember that everythin...Rebecca,<br />I sure will pray. Remember that everything is for "but a season" and this time of loneliness will pass. Just continue loving, supporting, and praying for HIM. The prayers of a wife for her husband are very powerful.<br />Blessings & hugs,<br />KarenA Shabby Moment in Timehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10897570138567789130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-53058246369515355972011-05-29T19:39:27.293-05:002011-05-29T19:39:27.293-05:00I hope you headache is gone. Praying for a full re...I hope you headache is gone. Praying for a full recovery.karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11078744172786664046noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-53790992446197256812011-05-29T19:27:21.564-05:002011-05-29T19:27:21.564-05:00Praying. And he is one lucky man to have you.Praying. And he is one lucky man to have you.karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11078744172786664046noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-27564518760103537312011-05-29T18:46:29.608-05:002011-05-29T18:46:29.608-05:00Rebecca, you are so good to share how you are supp...Rebecca, you are so good to share how you are supporting your husband's studies, and yet how it is hard for you. Isn't that a perfect story about Hawthorne's wife saying "now you can write" and how she saved money to support them?Terra https://www.blogger.com/profile/04396481049075747940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-72234236751229972682011-05-29T17:36:58.007-05:002011-05-29T17:36:58.007-05:00Dear sweet Rebecca,
I know this is a lonely time f...Dear sweet Rebecca,<br />I know this is a lonely time for you but remember it's just for a season and then it will pass. Take this time to spend more with the Other Love of your life, our Lord. He will comfort you and fill that loneliness with joy, my friend. And the time will fly by, because it always does, doesn't it? <br />Thank you for sharing your sweet post. <br />Love and hugs to you,<br />SonyaSonya Badgleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18141474541370777646noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-37276460505924674432011-05-29T17:24:55.118-05:002011-05-29T17:24:55.118-05:00Dearest Rebecca, you are more like her than you kn...Dearest Rebecca, you are more like her than you know. You are very supportive of your guy, which is quite evident in your writings. I know that it is very lonely when his head is stuck in a book, but it will be worth it in the end when you watch him walk that stage and know that he did it! You've thought of it for a long time and now it is becomming a reality! Hang in there girl, hang in there. You are such a blessing to us all.Ritahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01390800085540275327noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-56013833846503025222011-05-29T17:19:16.951-05:002011-05-29T17:19:16.951-05:00Oh Rebecca... you would always stand by Mr. AGP ...Oh Rebecca... you would always stand by Mr. AGP no matter what, and he, you.... I know you miss him while he is away at school, but enjoy your quiet time too... I love my quiet solitude to sort out my thoughts and just dream... thank you for visiting me today... yes, your comment came through, and now, to Miss K... I miss you too! I am happy you are out of school and swimming sounds like alot of fun!... thank you for being my friend, and I can't wait to get my note in the mail from you... love you most!... xoxo Julie MarieJulie Mariehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11351116606101921159noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-26195290841090984172011-05-29T16:26:12.344-05:002011-05-29T16:26:12.344-05:00Dear, sweet Rebecca....your words touched me, too,...Dear, sweet Rebecca....your words touched me, too, today. I know how hard it is to be alone for long hours away from the husband you love. Mine is not going back to school, but working (at our age) again and is gone ten hours of the day, five days a week. I used to long for my "quiet time" and now I have more of it than I want. We are not young, so each precious moment he is away is a moment stolen from me...it is out of necessity he must do this, and I admire his courage to work again, and I try to back him all I can, but truth be known, I wish I could have him home every single day with me until the end...<br /> I am sure in the long run you will be so happy that you are the loving, supportive wife that you are, and it is such a joy to know after so many years you can feel like the "young wife" you were, missing her soul-mate. So many couples have drifted far apart after as many years as you two have shared, and it does not really matter to them that the other is off on their own business.<br />You always inspire me, my dear friend, I feel God brought you into my life for the very purpose to keep me focused on what is right and good and meaningful, in-<br />stead of looking at all the wrongs that we suffer in our lives.<br />You are MY blessing!!<br />Love you, girl friend, FrancyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-85948960745949192202011-05-29T16:15:34.971-05:002011-05-29T16:15:34.971-05:00Oh Rebecca....I know your heart. You see, my husb...Oh Rebecca....I know your heart. You see, my husband was pastoring and finishing his doctorate. At the same time the church was building, by hand, a new building. My children were young. I was alone most of the time. Even when we were at church, I was sitting alone. It was so hard. But, he finished. And it is behind us! It will be for you both too. Hold on...joy comes in the morning!!Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMEhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15111241316745923019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-33424937259693738852011-05-29T16:09:18.191-05:002011-05-29T16:09:18.191-05:00Rebecca I am praying for you. Although I don'...Rebecca I am praying for you. Although I don't think it is in your being to do anything but to support Mr APG Man. It just is not in your makeup. You will get used to him not being there so much. I am married to a firefighter and he works 24 hrs on and 24 off so I see him a total of 4 hours per night 3 times a week. You will get used to it and I bet things will work out fine. Just keep busy and don't think about being without him, just think of it as a learning tool. Everything is for a reason. Praying for you both!!!<br />XOXO (((((Hugs))))))<br />GingerGingerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08225999576749239218noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-66653287724605299622011-05-29T16:06:46.667-05:002011-05-29T16:06:46.667-05:00Aw, sweet Rebecca my heart aches for you. Sometim...Aw, sweet Rebecca my heart aches for you. Sometimes I think it's harder to be away from the keeper of your heart the longer you are married. I am still amazed I have any "missing" in me left after over 20 years! LOL<br /><br />Enjoy your solitude, grow in it and appreciate your hubby more when he is there.<br /><br />Thinking of you this Sunday dear heart!<br /><br />Love,<br />RoselleAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12197509594830795439noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-62420190937424823232011-05-29T15:47:04.459-05:002011-05-29T15:47:04.459-05:00Aww how very Sweet all of what you wrote! Yes deat...Aww how very Sweet all of what you wrote! Yes death and life is in the tongue! To encourage someone that they may have hope and grow or words to make someone feel they are a failure. One never knows when that seed of hope will sprout for someone! I would be missing my husband too! Hang tight thee oh beautiful one..xxAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18212476952833501895noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-20630978727532875882011-05-29T15:35:53.387-05:002011-05-29T15:35:53.387-05:00Oh Rebecca...your post is so beautiful...as is you...Oh Rebecca...your post is so beautiful...as is your photo!!<br />after reading this, I started thinking about my own husband, and the person that he is...my eyes filled with tears, and my heart felt like it was going to burst.<br />Thank you for this inspiring post.<br />Smooches.<br />DebbieDebbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16600235934416288679noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-56974945780103603412011-05-29T15:32:10.644-05:002011-05-29T15:32:10.644-05:00Oh Rebecca, Your blog touched my heart.The lord us...Oh Rebecca, Your blog touched my heart.The lord used you this morning.I didn't go to church this morning,but I had my short quick sermon from God through Rebecca.It was perfect.I too am still surprised by how much my husband and I still love eachother after all these years.Denisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01877661749658933807noreply@blogger.com