Shopping at the Amish discount grocery store. |
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by Joy Kincaid 22 Comments
Shopping at the Amish discount grocery store. |
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Joy Kincaid says
Thank you all for your prayers, we appreciate them so much!
The warm fireplace says
Continuing to pray for your family.
God bless sue
Maria says
After reading the past two posts, I am left with a sense of wanting to help…what do you need Joy? What does your family require? Ask and Our Lord will provide.
I know that at this time, this decision was not an easy one, but you do have a very fulfilling life. A life that should not be complicated by others' words or ideas. Only Our Lord should have that position in our lives.
I have often pondered leaving the blogs behind and focusing on my home. But then He guides back here to share His Word and to continue to encourage other ladies in living a simple life loving Our Lord & Savior.
I pray that your daughter continues to heal. That this trial will make all you and your family stronger and secure in the love and peace of Our God.
But my question is still there Joy…tell me what you need. Let us help you. If you want to talk through email, you already have it, but if not, here it is [email protected] Let me know.
Maria
Anonymous says
I was sad to hear that you are going to stop blogging, but I'm glad you will be leaving the blog up. Your posts are always so inspiring! I hope your daughter will recover quickly. We will keep her in our prayers! Blessings to all of you! Love, Melanie.
Monique says
Dear Joy,
ALL the best wishes to your daughter. Please tell her someone in Holland is praying for her? ;o) And then: thank you for leaving up your blogposts. I am so happy to read that you will let the tips and tricks for what they are. I hope you will understand that you really have made an encouraging place on the world wide web.
And please, may I give you one of my thoughts? Why not make and sell soap, knits, clothes or any other hand- or homemade things? I am sure there are lots of people who wants to buy things from you and your family. Not only to support you, also because of the love of making.
Wish you and your family all Gods blessings.
Love from Holland
Joy Kincaid says
Thank you so much, Monique!
I have considered what I might be able to make and sell to bring in a little income. Maybe someday that will work out. I love to make things. 🙂
Blessings to you, dear Monique! I have always been so blessed by your comments here. ♥ Joy
Jacqueline@ Deeprootsathome.com says
Dear Joy,
I am so sad to see you go, but I have felt and thought the same thing so often…to give up the blogging for other endeavors, but feel that at this time I can multi-task as my children are now adults even thought they are still in our home heart and mind.
I am also here to let you know I hope to include a photo of you holding a bowl of peaches in a colorful apron…if I can find it to include a link to your page.
Thank you for such a sweet encouragement to other ladies through the past. I would also like to get in touch with you personally…could you maybe leave me a cxomment with your email of even better yet, friend me at Jacque Line on FB? I have a idea, but wish to explore it more first…
Thanks!
Many blessings to you and your family. I am praying for you and your daughter right now, too.
Joy Kincaid says
Thanks, Jacqueline. Are you looking for the picture in this post:
http://www.artfulhomemaking.com/2011/08/apron-giveaway.html
Thanks again for your prayers for our family!
Angela says
Joy, your daughter and family will definitely be in my prayers!! I'm so glad you decided to leave your blog up…I always find encouragement when I visit!
Joy Kincaid says
Our internet isn't working well…on one minute and then off again, so I'm hurrying…thanks so much to all of you for your prayers and well-wishes!
Anonymous says
Joy! Praying for your daughter's recovery. I am so grateful that you are leaving up your blog. Hugs and blessings to you!
Cheers from England!
Nicole Auld
Anonymous says
Great idea, Pat M. let's go shopping! Blessings, Anne
Joy Kincaid says
You're all so sweet. Thank you!
Lilyofthevalley - Tanya says
I"m glad you are leaving your blog up.
I'm also praying your daughter's recovery and healing goes smoothly.
Blessings to you, Joy!!
pat m. says
First of all — thanks for keeping the blog up. So kind of you to listen to our please. 🙂
Secondly — I sure would love to encourage everyone who has been touched by your blog to actually purchase one item from one of the affiliates. What a practical, hands-on way to bless!
Join me!!!
pat m.
Joy Kincaid says
Aww, that's so sweet of you, Pat! ♥♥♥
A Restful Place says
Praying for her and the rest of you! Glad you decided to keep the blog up. 🙂 Blessings to you!
Anonymous says
I had just found you, but I will miss you. Thank you very much for your beautiful blog, and for leaving it up for all of us to still draw wisdom and guidance from.
Seasons of Life says
Joy ~
Your site is one I have been encouraged by, always sensing a peace and calm while here. Mothering is VERY full and I, too, have been a less frequent poster/visitor as priorities require my time and attention to be fully engaged with them.
I will be praying for your family and the Lord's provision for you. I can relate to broken arms and high medical expenses…nine years ago our son broke his forearm with thousands in medical bills and six years ago I had an emergency c-section. We have no insurance either, however the Lord always provides and were able to pay for both expenses…He is faithful.
May He bless your family with your faithfulness as you love and minister to them all. Will miss the times of "visiting" and "gleening" from you…however I am glad to still be able to re-visit previous posts when time allows.
Blessings in Him,
Jarnette @ Seasons of Life
Joy Kincaid says
Thank you, Jarnette!
Pur et Simple says
First of all, thank you so much for leaving your blog up. You are such an encouragement and an inspiration. You also have such great reading lists and ideas.
Secondly, I hope your daughter's recovery is quick. There is always so much to learn in the trials that God provides, isn't there?
Just know that you are a blessing to so many of us blog readers.
Joy Kincaid says
Thank you so much for your kind words.