tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35155771.post7201801761015045055..comments2023-07-21T11:35:49.989-04:00Comments on Rose McCauley, Christian Author: Guest Blog and giveaway by Ann H. GabhartRose McCauleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03351484742067839801noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35155771.post-40026871284643028102014-08-31T23:43:02.580-04:002014-08-31T23:43:02.580-04:00Laura, how nice of you to stop by. It's always...Laura, how nice of you to stop by. It's always good to hear from you. I am just beginning your book Love's Reckoning. I read Love's Awakening and really enjoyed the story. So I want to go back and read from the beginning and then it will be on to the third in the series, Love's Fortune, that's just now hitting store shelves. I'm in for some great reading.Ann H Gabharthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03534433855885000926noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35155771.post-75315552480545672852014-08-29T11:30:05.699-04:002014-08-29T11:30:05.699-04:00Ann, I'm always encouraged and blessed by your...Ann, I'm always encouraged and blessed by your heart for your mom and family and the way your gracefully handled this (even if you don't think you did)! You continue to bless us even beyond your wonderful books.Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35155771.post-63276050577213768192014-08-28T22:54:19.726-04:002014-08-28T22:54:19.726-04:00Bonnie, so glad you dropped by to read about my wr...Bonnie, so glad you dropped by to read about my writing journey. I always appreciate your comments. I know you are struggling with some hard times yourself and I'm glad that my stories have at times given you moments of reading joy and perhaps encouragement. May the Lord's strength continue to help you through the days and allow you to do what needs to be done.Ann H Gabharthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03534433855885000926noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35155771.post-67790421299967192092014-08-28T22:51:39.475-04:002014-08-28T22:51:39.475-04:00Rhonda, it's so good that you are able to help...Rhonda, it's so good that you are able to help your mother during this hard time. I hope and pray her dementia doesn't get worse and that she continues to know the blessing of the love of her children. It's good to have siblings to work together in the care of your mother. Ann H Gabharthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03534433855885000926noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35155771.post-23995213020842947202014-08-28T15:47:54.769-04:002014-08-28T15:47:54.769-04:00Such a wonderful post, Ann, thank you!!
I loved ...Such a wonderful post, Ann, thank you!! <br /><br />I loved reading about your writing journey through the years and how you persevered, re-invented your writing, etc.. Writing appears to be something writers "have" to do and the process requires hard work, patience, diligence, and prayer - no doubt!! <br /><br />I am so thankful and blessed that you did persevere and write such wonderful books to inspire me!! I didn't know some of the events that transpired through your years of writing (such as the deaths of both your brother-in-laws, etc.) and they make me appreciate your writing all the more. <br /><br />I do feel that writers ARE their books and their spirit and life experiences come through in their books to inspire others.<br /><br />The verse you quoted is my comfort as I help care for the 3 elderly members of my family, in addition to my own health issues. God has given me a loving, caring, brother to help also - I am blessed!!<br /><br />You remain in my thoughts and prayers!! Hugs!! <br /><br />Post shared!! Bonnie Roofnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35155771.post-25856473177607223682014-08-27T00:56:00.679-04:002014-08-27T00:56:00.679-04:00my mom age 80 has dementia now. There are 6 of us...my mom age 80 has dementia now. There are 6 of us children. I love to go weekly and either take dinner or take ingredients and cook for mom. We are all able to share the burden. When she has needed someone to move in periodically, I was able to do that as I am on disablility. Rhonda<br />nashhall@aol.comRhonda's Doingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12955654690240947220noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35155771.post-57727163434413108982014-08-26T21:47:42.755-04:002014-08-26T21:47:42.755-04:00You're absolutely right, Wendy. And I think th...You're absolutely right, Wendy. And I think that's something not everyone does when they are taking care of a loved one. They ignore their own needs and forget to ask for help. Every night sounds like a hard schedule for you. Wishing you that strength and patience you need and that your mother-in-law will have good days and nights.<br /><br />It was fun meeting your at the Habitat for Humanity dinner and fundraiser. Ann H Gabharthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03534433855885000926noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35155771.post-8705593783167205802014-08-26T14:54:56.540-04:002014-08-26T14:54:56.540-04:00We met last night at the Habitat benefit, and you ...We met last night at the Habitat benefit, and you met my daughter Jeannie as well. My mother in law is 95 and needs plenty of help. I stay overnight every night, and her sisters help with various things during the day. I cope by praying for strength and patience. And I make an effort to get sufficient rest and exercise myself. I have to take care of myself if I'm going to take care of someone else.Wendy Hoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09297972517541626840noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35155771.post-71237387982934318442014-08-26T14:50:26.025-04:002014-08-26T14:50:26.025-04:00Always fun to come visit here, Rose. Thanks for in...Always fun to come visit here, Rose. Thanks for inviting me over. And I also appreciate the comments. It's good to reach out to one another with encouragement while we are struggling with some of the downs in our journeys along life's road. I do want my words to be encouraging.Ann H Gabharthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03534433855885000926noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35155771.post-87047904619165679752014-08-26T14:48:35.640-04:002014-08-26T14:48:35.640-04:00Terri, that's a tough move to have to make. We...Terri, that's a tough move to have to make. We moved Mom to a memory facility a few months before she died. It was harder on my sister and me than it was on her, I think. I hope your father-in-law settles in without too much problem and that you have the support you need. You are absolutely correct that we need prayers and friends to walk the caretaker road with our parents.Ann H Gabharthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03534433855885000926noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35155771.post-72250694724572185432014-08-26T12:34:16.443-04:002014-08-26T12:34:16.443-04:00I find many of us are in that same situation right...I find many of us are in that same situation right now. We just moved my father in law into a nursing home. <br />You definitely need support.Terri Tiffanyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07771622379178654235noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35155771.post-29705562412202275422014-08-26T11:12:25.791-04:002014-08-26T11:12:25.791-04:00Ann, thanks so much for sharing from your heart. W...Ann, thanks so much for sharing from your heart. We all will face this in some form--on the giving or receiving end, or both, and your words have given many encouragement to carry on when times are tough. <br /><br />Thanks to all the commenters, too, for sharing your hearts with us.<br /><br />Rose McCauleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03351484742067839801noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35155771.post-34120799056123282602014-08-26T09:36:39.339-04:002014-08-26T09:36:39.339-04:00Sharon, so glad your mother is still enjoying good...<br />Sharon, so glad your mother is still enjoying good health and that happy most days for your dad is good too. Alzheimer's can affect people in different ways. My mother had happy times, but also very agitated and unhappy times too. The happy times are better. Ann H Gabharthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03534433855885000926noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35155771.post-23979737827019357312014-08-25T22:01:46.854-04:002014-08-25T22:01:46.854-04:00SO thankful for my 83 yo mother and her good healt...SO thankful for my 83 yo mother and her good health... My father is 84 and has alzheimers... but he's happy most days in assisted living..Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35155771.post-39608633811646908492014-08-25T21:45:26.639-04:002014-08-25T21:45:26.639-04:00One day at a time, Karen. You know, that's all...One day at a time, Karen. You know, that's all any of us really have and it is certainly the only way to deal with dementia. Sometimes five minutes at a time. <br /><br />And wow! I should say Go, Big Blue. Can't wait for basketball season.Ann H Gabharthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03534433855885000926noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35155771.post-7576871371867779692014-08-25T21:43:44.605-04:002014-08-25T21:43:44.605-04:00Annie - we moved Mom to a facility for the last fe...Annie - we moved Mom to a facility for the last few months of her life. She was actually happier there than she had been at home with us, but it was difficult to visit since she no longer knew us. Still my sister or I went every day and we sat with her and hugged her and kissed her cheeks. May God give you good visits as you remember that although she may no longer know your name, she still knows you in her heart and soul.Ann H Gabharthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03534433855885000926noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35155771.post-49943148152846154172014-08-25T21:40:47.424-04:002014-08-25T21:40:47.424-04:00Janice - yes, it is wonderful how the Lord can ble...Janice - yes, it is wonderful how the Lord can bless us even in hard times. Congratulations on your coming book. That's great. And I hope one of my books will be in your number of read books this year and that you will enjoy it.<br /><br />Faye, we did have some difficult days caring for Mom, but it was also a blessing to be there for her in her need. I'm sure you were a blessing to your mother too. And yes, I do have that half finished book from so many years ago. I can't seem to throw any of my writing away. Too much invested in those words, I suppose.Ann H Gabharthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03534433855885000926noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35155771.post-34528265423231790002014-08-25T21:36:30.597-04:002014-08-25T21:36:30.597-04:00Gail, so sorry you are in the middle of a struggle...Gail, so sorry you are in the middle of a struggle with your mother. It is so hard to give up our independence. My mother used to say, even after she couldn't get up by herself, that she could stay alone. If she fell, she'd just crawl. We had to be with her all the time because of her memory problems. May your prayers bring better days for both you and your mother.Ann H Gabharthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03534433855885000926noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35155771.post-35894828107889581192014-08-25T21:34:38.861-04:002014-08-25T21:34:38.861-04:00Barbara - thank you so much for reading my books. ...Barbara - thank you so much for reading my books. That's so neat that you've gone down my story road with me so many times. Hope when you get a chance to read Love comes Home that you will enjoy going back to Rosey Corner. Dementia is such a hard disease for the sufferer and for the family. But perhaps the progression will be slow with your mother and you'll have more good days than bad. Ann H Gabharthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03534433855885000926noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35155771.post-4456966915909204222014-08-25T21:32:38.029-04:002014-08-25T21:32:38.029-04:00Rachel - Prayer was my biggest help too, but I do ...Rachel - Prayer was my biggest help too, but I do have two sisters who were great support. But friends can often be like sisters to only children. <br /><br />Ola - I don't think we ever stop missing our mamas. I know my mother didn't. Once she declined with dementia that was who she wanted all the time - to go home and be with her mother.<br /><br />Sonja - It is difficult to be the sole caregiver for your parents. Hope you will find help through your church and friends. Prayer does help.Ann H Gabharthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03534433855885000926noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35155771.post-33573427352445525792014-08-25T21:00:18.903-04:002014-08-25T21:00:18.903-04:00Ann,
What a beautiful story...my brother & me...Ann,<br /><br />What a beautiful story...my brother & me took care our mom until she passed away...and we did it one day at a time.<br /><br />karenk<br />kmkuka at yahoo dot com<br /><br />PS: go blue!!!!!!karenkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01059861255253991778noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35155771.post-36344298553638884792014-08-25T20:59:54.376-04:002014-08-25T20:59:54.376-04:00Thank you for sharing your heart. Being the child...Thank you for sharing your heart. Being the child, but having to take the role of caretaker is a hard one. I'm in a similar situation, but thankfully, Mom is in a long term care facility. It's still difficult to find the strength, and the frame of mind to go visit (she is 30 minutes away), but with God, all things all possible. Looking forward to reading your book, and I'm also looking to navigate those potholes, so my novel can come to fruition.Anniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04354681120904093141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35155771.post-17688645252802166702014-08-25T20:50:57.100-04:002014-08-25T20:50:57.100-04:00My mom passed on a little over a year ago. Thank G...My mom passed on a little over a year ago. Thank God she didn't get bad enough for us to stay with her until the last few days. (she was in a nursing home).Your mom made me think so much of my mother. Oh by the way ,I hope you still have that first book that you wrote when you were a young girl ! Faye SimerAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35155771.post-33694748608134909202014-08-25T18:33:32.854-04:002014-08-25T18:33:32.854-04:00I too became the caregiver for my mom in her last ...I too became the caregiver for my mom in her last years, and I was an only child. She died two years ago. I had been writing magazine articles, but when mom tied me down, I began my dream of writing a novel. One turned into ten manuscripts. Isn't it great how God uses even bad situations for good! My first book is being published and is supposed to be out in November. I'm also an avid reader and read over 200 books a year, so I'd really love to win this one. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35155771.post-18706475951773853502014-08-25T18:31:18.772-04:002014-08-25T18:31:18.772-04:00This comment has been removed by the author.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com