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Thursday, October 13, 2011

MISSING IN ACTION!

I missed being with all of you this past week.
It has not been a good week around the island.

I have been dealing with medication allergies, and the
death of a sweet friend. 

Ava was a typical southern lady. She was kind, sweet, a little sassy, to go along with her red hair, and a faithful friend. I miss her, however she hasn't been Ava for a while. She suffered from Parkinson's Disease for quite a long time. Ava is at peace with our Saviour now. Please pray for that same peace for her family.

My Daughter and I are leaving this morning for an eleven day trip. Papa will be holding down the home front.
I am usually very excited to be traveling but for some reason I am having a hard time working myself up for this one. I am sure when I see my daughter's face everything will be great.

I will be back home on the twenty-fourth. I hope to have some great pics of Quebec City, St. Lawrence Seaway,  Nova Scotia and our eastern seaboard.
I will miss you guys, behave until I get back out there.
Pray for us also.
Hugs, Ginger
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37 comments:

  1. HollyOctober 13, 2011 at 6:41 AM

    I'm sorry for the loss of your friend. Parkinson's is such an ugly beast. Take a deep breathe and get out on that vacation and just enjoy and for heaven's sake, take lots of pictures for us!!

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  2. DebbiedoosOctober 13, 2011 at 7:08 AM

    You have yourself a wonderful restful time Ginger. XO I am sorry about your friend.

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  3. SusanOctober 13, 2011 at 7:10 AM

    Ginger I am sorry about your loss. But try to have a good time on your trip!

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  4. orchidlanedecor.comOctober 13, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    An awful side effect of aging is the loss of loved ones. The upside is the beginning of new life. I'm sorry to hear of your loss Ginger. Take care.

    Suzy xxx

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  5. Susan FreemanOctober 13, 2011 at 7:27 AM

    I am so sorry for your loss. It is so hard to say goodbye to a dear friend. I think this trip is just what you need. Have a wonderful time!

    Hugs,
    Susan and Bentley

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  6. ℳartina @ Northern NestingOctober 13, 2011 at 7:42 AM

    Ginger I am so sorry to here about your friend. She and her family are in my prayers. Have a wonderful trip with your daughter! I've been to all those places with the hubby and we loved it, enjoy! Martina

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  7. DebbieOctober 13, 2011 at 9:00 AM

    Ginger, I'm so sorry for the loss of your friend Ava. I hope your time with your daughter is fabulous and fun.

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  8. AnonymousOctober 13, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    Have fun,so sorry you have lost a good friend it is always a sad sad time.
    Me and Mr visited the thousand islands a few years back I loved it so much I wish I had a vaca home there.
    Be careful and can't wait to see the photo's.
    You and daughter will make some wonderful memories.
    hugs all around
    ~JO

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  9. TriciaOctober 13, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    Ginger, I'm so sorry to hear that you've lost a close friend. No wonder you're not as excited about your trip as you'd like to be. I hope once you're on your way you'll have a great time with your daughter. It sounds like a fabulous trip, especially this time of year!

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  10. UnknownOctober 13, 2011 at 9:55 AM

    Ginger I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your dear friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
    It sounds like you have 11 glorious days ahead of you. Will you be seeing the fall colors? I can't wait to see your pictures. Have a great time.
    Traci

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  11. shannon i olsonOctober 13, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    so sorry to hear of your friend, I hope you will have a good time with your daughter, Ava would want that I am sure.

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  12. Barbara F.October 13, 2011 at 10:22 AM

    Have a wonderful time with your daughter, safe trip, and Ava is smiling down at you, too. xo

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  13. Allison NicoleOctober 13, 2011 at 10:23 AM

    Oh I am so sorry about the loss of your friend! Have a great trip!!

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  14. Robin LynnOctober 13, 2011 at 11:14 AM

    Good Morning Ginger - my heart goes out to you over the death of your friend, Ava, and have lifted a prayer for you and her loved ones. Also, I know you're so right, once you see your sweet girl's face the peace will come. It's sounds like a really neat trip and sure to be FUN! We'll be looking forward to some stunning photos! Traveling mercies!

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  15. Miss CharOctober 13, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    Ginger, I'm sorry that you have lost your friend. Enjoy the time with your daughter and I'll be waiting to see your photos when you return.

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  16. Honey at 2805October 13, 2011 at 3:21 PM

    I'm so sorry for the loss of your friend.

    You have a wonderful time, my friend. We did that trip last year & had tons of fun. Quebec City is wonderful, especially in the Fall.

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  17. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 13, 2011 at 3:24 PM

    Dearest Ginger,

    Oh, I'd figured there must have been some health issues as you are way too spunky otherwise for keeping quiet that long. Don't worry, be happy and enjoy your trip with your daughter. So glad you get to see Québec City too.
    We'll hear from you when you get back.

    Love to you,

    Mariette

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  18. ScribblerOctober 13, 2011 at 3:52 PM

    I am so sorry about your friend. You will always carry wonderful memories of her in your heart. Have a great time on your trip, and I hope you will feel better about everything soon.

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  19. Richard CottrellOctober 13, 2011 at 5:10 PM

    I came by way of ms. Curtain in my tree, she made me jealous as she said she was a comin' to see you and you alls was having lunch with Ms. Dean. Just Hateful. No, I'm teasing. I am excited for Ms. Janice, I just meet her this weekend, she drove 2 hours to have lunch with me. Thanks for sharing, will look for the next blog about lunch with Paula. Richard from My Old Historic House.

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  20. Mid-Atlantic MarthaOctober 13, 2011 at 9:22 PM

    I'm so sorry -- it's difficult to lose a good friend. Hope you have a great trip and oodles of fun!

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  21. FABBY'S LIVINGOctober 13, 2011 at 9:29 PM

    Oh honey, I'm so sorry for your loss, to lose a good friend must be so sad, I lost one a few months ago, she was fron NY also and when I came here in 1975 she was like a mother, so welcoming, warm and helpful, but that's life she battled cancer like a trooper, so she's resting now. Have a wonderful trip with your daughter, you'll see, you need this you're sad. God bless you my dear. Love,
    FABBY

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  22. UnknownOctober 13, 2011 at 10:13 PM

    Ms. Ginger, So sorry to hear about your good friend! My prayers go out to you. You and your daughter enjoy your trip and come on home safe!
    Blessings :)

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  23. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleOctober 13, 2011 at 11:14 PM

    Ginger, so sorry for your loss. I sure hope you have a good time. I love Quebec. Would love to go back sometime.

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  24. Jane@Cottage at the CrossroadsOctober 13, 2011 at 11:45 PM

    Ginger,
    I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your friend. Perhaps your trip will ease your sad heart. I have always wanted to visit Quebec and Nova Scotia. I hear it's very beautiful and I am looking forward to your pictures.

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  25. SuzyOctober 14, 2011 at 7:01 AM

    I'm so sorry about the loss of your friend, Ginger. I hope you have a restful, healing and fun trip. See you when you get home.

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  26. PAINTORDIG.blogspot.comOctober 14, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    It is sad to lose a loved one, but we should remember they are at peace noww. I know how you feel about not getting excited about leaving home. These days I have to make myself get out, but I usually enjoy it very much when I do make the effort.

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  27. Jenny @ Simcoe StreetOctober 15, 2011 at 10:05 PM

    I am so very sorry for the loss of your friend. I hope you have safe, happy travels throughout Eastern Canada and look forward to reading about it upon your return.

    Best,
    Jenny

    www.simcoestreet.blogspot.com

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  28. FarahOctober 16, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    So sorry Ginger about your friend... its a saying that you cant choose your parents but you can choose your friends... so friends are something precious... May God bless her and wish you a safest journey my friend... waiting for your safe return

    http://craftaworld.blogspot.com/
    Love
    Farah

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  29. annhOctober 18, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    So sorry to hear about our friend.
    Memories are forever and I am sure you have lots of those.
    Have a great trip and look forward to hearing all about it on your return

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  30. Curtains in My TreeOctober 19, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    Ginger i do hope you have a pleasnat trip anyway.

    It's hard to have fun after any funeral

    I will have you in my thought and prayers

    have fun !!!!!!!!!!!!

    we will meet up maybe next march while i am in Savannag

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  31. UnknownOctober 19, 2011 at 4:03 PM

    Sorry about your lost.Have a great trip! Joann

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  32. BeverlyOctober 20, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    I'm sorry about the loss of your friend. I will keep you and her family in my prayers.

    I bet you are having a wonderful time with your daughter. I am anxious to read all about your trip.

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  33. Tablescapes By DianeOctober 20, 2011 at 11:06 PM

    Hi lovely lady.
    Im so sorry about your loss of your friend... I will send prayers to the family.. so sorry.
    xxoo Diane

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  34. Mary Ann PickettOctober 21, 2011 at 1:38 AM

    So sorry about your friend...enjoy you time with your daughter.

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  35. Draffin BearsOctober 23, 2011 at 12:20 AM

    Dear Ginger,

    So sorry to hear of the passing of your friend, sending love & prayers to you and the family.
    Also hope that your allergies have gone.
    Hope that you are enjoying a fabulous time away with your daughter and I look forward to seeing photos and hearing about your trip.

    Hugs
    Carolyn

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  36. UnknownOctober 24, 2011 at 2:40 AM

    Oh' Ginger, I'm so sorry about the loss of your dear friend. You've been on my mind and I keep wondering why I had seen a post or heard from you lately and stopped in just to check. I wish I would have stopped by sooner. I hope your allergies are better now and that you are enjoying a relaxing vacation. Know that you and your friends family are in my prayers.
    Love, Tracy

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  37. Dr. Kathy McCoyOctober 24, 2011 at 7:40 PM

    Ginger, I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your dear friend. I hope the sight of your daughter and a travel adventure with her helped to lift your spirits. Will look forward to hearing all about Quebec and any other destinations soon! I'll keep you and your friend as well in my prayers.

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