tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6259236583324720329.post1305746509523360211..comments2024-02-15T04:02:06.750-06:00Comments on The Eclectic Company: Sundays at the Nursing HomeKeetha Broyleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07850398844489825600noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6259236583324720329.post-10420002661629273852012-03-06T21:45:03.413-06:002012-03-06T21:45:03.413-06:00Oh. This made me cry.
I am so glad you go.
Thank y...Oh. This made me cry.<br />I am so glad you go.<br />Thank you for making the trek. Thank you for sharing your smile. Your love. Jesus. Thank you.<br />Thank you so much Keetha.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07874897254332872367noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6259236583324720329.post-92016733091389762822012-03-06T12:18:22.357-06:002012-03-06T12:18:22.357-06:00I admire you so much for doing this. I bet they re...I admire you so much for doing this. I bet they really appreciate you going every week. It must be a real commitment.LL Cool Joehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13916666100971008775noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6259236583324720329.post-36152249563927617162012-03-05T17:29:54.549-06:002012-03-05T17:29:54.549-06:00Keetha,
You are just the sweetest gal and I know t...Keetha,<br />You are just the sweetest gal and I know that they love you there!<br />Just got back from AZ. too short of trip and the weather was beautiful, but hubby missed me.<br />Big Hugs,<br />Oh, your previous posts have all been excellent...just getting caught up!<br />CindyCindy (Applestone Cottage)https://www.blogger.com/profile/03761029458170652533noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6259236583324720329.post-88983598411445388032012-03-05T06:58:24.400-06:002012-03-05T06:58:24.400-06:00I heartily agree with all the people who patted yo...I heartily agree with all the people who patted you on the back, and know that your greatest reward will be on the other side. <br /><br />I enjoy people in nursing homes and I still don't go because of the "loss issue" when people die. I thought I'd volunteer, but after my mom died, I didn't have the heart to endure the losses. That's selfish!Ann in the UPhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05856961167336069959noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6259236583324720329.post-22974938197626263912012-03-05T06:41:11.034-06:002012-03-05T06:41:11.034-06:00How wonderful that you do this! My mom was in a nu...How wonderful that you do this! My mom was in a nursing home for 3 1/2 years, so I know how important the work that you do there is.<br />My sister lives in a senior apartment complex now, and every Sunday evening, a church group comes in and has a service for them. It's wonderful that she doesn't have to leave her building to hear a message and some good ol' hymns.<br />God is blessing you for your work!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6259236583324720329.post-73283518806424204262012-03-04T22:23:53.058-06:002012-03-04T22:23:53.058-06:00One thing I'm learning by being my husband'...One thing I'm learning by being my husband's caretaker is to not be so hard on myself. I admire your honesty and your diligence to go and do what's right. Isn't there a parable about someone who was all gung-ho committing to do something and then didn't do it. And then there was the guy who complained and actually did it. I like the guy who's actions won out, he's the guy we can count on. You're the woman they can count on.Traci Marie Wolfhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08689422933875370038noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6259236583324720329.post-38252789554212717472012-03-04T22:00:45.695-06:002012-03-04T22:00:45.695-06:00You are not selfish (if you were, you wouldn't...You are not selfish (if you were, you wouldn't go), you are just human.Claudya Martinezhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17034216831504207496noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6259236583324720329.post-55447814208977940492012-03-04T21:42:26.357-06:002012-03-04T21:42:26.357-06:00I was going to say, as I read your post, that even...I was going to say, as I read your post, that even though it's hard and a sacrifice to go I would be sure that you leave having been so glad you were there. And I know how much the families of the patients appreciate you and what you do. I know because I am a family member of a similar place. Bless you!podsohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14880888514207597761noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6259236583324720329.post-51576379554563458262012-03-04T20:46:09.225-06:002012-03-04T20:46:09.225-06:00You do so many great things, but this is one of th...You do so many great things, but this is one of the best. You cannot imagine what your visits mean in a nursing home. They are still humans and get lonesome. So many put there and forgotten. Bless you for blessing them.LVhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01853494568526683537noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6259236583324720329.post-44338436674105650792012-03-04T20:23:41.106-06:002012-03-04T20:23:41.106-06:00I bet they really look forward to you coming - wor...I bet they really look forward to you coming - working with the elderly can be tough - I admire you!Patti @ Pandoras Boxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07168379052525278502noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6259236583324720329.post-45054189068572884522012-03-04T19:20:35.630-06:002012-03-04T19:20:35.630-06:00I think it is very common to dread doing something...I think it is very common to dread doing something like that and then being so blessed because you did! The very words team leader makes my heart quiver with fear!<br /><br />My mama lives in an assisted living facility. When someone dies, they lower the flag to half mast....some weeks it stays there and some months it is down every week! I never get used to it either and I always go right in and say "who died"? <br /><br />It's a great ministry you have!!!! I'll bet they love you!nancygraycehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05288996419936475583noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6259236583324720329.post-71132103602119470572012-03-04T19:02:34.295-06:002012-03-04T19:02:34.295-06:00Keetha I admire you for being so honest. When I do...Keetha I admire you for being so honest. When I don't want to do something but I have made that commitment I do it and like you I am blessed. I receive more then I could ever give. hugs, LindaLinda @ A La Cartehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16356471099319932835noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6259236583324720329.post-26977164792363609682012-03-04T16:31:29.825-06:002012-03-04T16:31:29.825-06:00Keetha - it does require self discipline to keep t...Keetha - it does require self discipline to keep that kind of commitment alive, even when you know you'll feel great once there. Congratulations, I'm sure they appreciate it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6259236583324720329.post-47666722280697379062012-03-04T14:19:17.516-06:002012-03-04T14:19:17.516-06:00Bless you for doing that, Keetha! I'm sure you...Bless you for doing that, Keetha! I'm sure you are a light in their week.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06521040589867251837noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6259236583324720329.post-81883246306765650362012-03-04T13:25:12.839-06:002012-03-04T13:25:12.839-06:00They look so happy. That speaks volumes for their ...They look so happy. That speaks volumes for their spunk and environment.<br /><br />Be well, Keetha.<br />xoRobynRawknrobyn.blogspot.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15997241410192066577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6259236583324720329.post-50361561488835324022012-03-04T13:14:02.026-06:002012-03-04T13:14:02.026-06:00Mom, I can so completely relate to your confession...Mom, I can so completely relate to your confession!! I'm proud of you for your perseverance, I bet you bring immeasurable joy to those people! You will be rewarded for your work for the Kingdom, you know that.Kerihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03660806677866271893noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6259236583324720329.post-79046586880723469922012-03-04T10:40:17.473-06:002012-03-04T10:40:17.473-06:00We should not get "used to" death. I th...We should not get "used to" death. I think that the problem some doctors have after many years of dealing with it. It's too personal to get used to it. you do good work in your service.Bill Lislemanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15187273560129198423noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6259236583324720329.post-66966889480217531302012-03-04T09:43:14.613-06:002012-03-04T09:43:14.613-06:00I love you for doing this, Keetha. I am pretty sur...I love you for doing this, Keetha. I am pretty sure they must be looking forward to seeing your wonderfully cheerful self. If I had lived near you, I would have accompanied you with some snacks for them.<br /><br />:-) I do that for the homes nearby where I live.<br /><br />I felt so happy to read this post.Vidya Suryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12911836541019511108noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6259236583324720329.post-83384316979450159462012-03-04T09:24:46.229-06:002012-03-04T09:24:46.229-06:00I am glad that you go despite what your emotions s...I am glad that you go despite what your emotions say beforehand. My dear mother is nearly 80 but in excellent health for her age. She goes once a week to visit her sister who is 90 and lives in an assisted living center. I have watched my mom take care of many of the clients in gentle ways, such as directing them to the cafeteria, handing them a paper, or finding schedules of events. I know she has to force herself sometimes as my aunt is a more than a bit pessimistic by nature, but I love the way the clients light up when they see my mom, who makes time for them at least once a week. <br /><br />God is watching!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05913240698925025195noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6259236583324720329.post-70854697941896193842012-03-04T09:18:41.446-06:002012-03-04T09:18:41.446-06:00You are making these residents day that much more ...You are making these residents day that much more brighter. When our boys were smaller we would take them (and my son's boy scout troop) to a nursing home in our community and sing Christmas carols. We also took them trick or treating there too. It was so rewarding to see their smiles when the children stopped by.Tamihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10061237531468065806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6259236583324720329.post-47841074190878884412012-03-04T08:44:43.645-06:002012-03-04T08:44:43.645-06:00I bet the residents all appreciate your visits, ev...I bet the residents all appreciate your visits, even look forward to them. You are making a difference in their lives.Tara R.https://www.blogger.com/profile/02993625193184914299noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6259236583324720329.post-14936305801005937632012-03-04T08:28:30.616-06:002012-03-04T08:28:30.616-06:00Your society is based on voluntary work or a lot o...Your society is based on voluntary work or a lot of it anyway, right?<br />We pay high taxes to have staff but not for long because of the global economic situation - voluntary work will be an option here too and quite soon I guess. There's a limit how much taxes people are ready to pay...<br />(We do have voluntary work also but not in a same scale as you.)<br /><br />About photographing snow. <br />Even if it would snow here I don't shoot it. Simple as that. Had enough. :) I shoot something else!!! :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6259236583324720329.post-6613133870055718612012-03-04T07:50:18.924-06:002012-03-04T07:50:18.924-06:00I bet you bring many smiles to those sweeties! Th...I bet you bring many smiles to those sweeties! They are lucky to have you and I am sure they make your heart happy!<br /><br />Enjoy your day my friend, HUGS!Theresahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07511604348057625922noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6259236583324720329.post-58876813598283342112012-03-04T06:26:34.509-06:002012-03-04T06:26:34.509-06:00And the scracifice you make must be so appreciated...And the scracifice you make must be so appreciated by the residents and their families on many levels. Heavenly work.Jojohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09843762553010099404noreply@blogger.com