Tuesday, February 2, 2010

500th Post -- We'll Be Away For Awhile

Today's post was going to be about how happy I was to see this.....


... pictures of some of the projects Frugal Family Fun Blog has helped to inspire from around the world. I was going to write about how much joy it gives me (and Emily) to see children from Turkey, Poland, China, Australia, Hungry, and Italy (to name a few!) all creating wonderful works of art!

But this morning I received a phone call because my father is very, very, very sick. He is currently hospitalized. We will be away from this space for awhile, but please send lots of powerful prayers, good thoughts, and positive energy his way. And thank you for understanding. We hope to be back to our normal happy blogging selves shortly.

76 comments:

Anonymous said...

I will keep your father, you, and your family in my prayers!

Ammie

Ricki said...

Sending prayers for you and your family.

Natalie PlanetSmarty said...

I am so very sorry to hear that! I will keep your family in your thoughts. Travel safe!

Sophie said...

Thinking of you guys. The peace of Jesus to you all,
Sophie
x

Mama to 5 said...

I am sorry to hear this - keeping your Father in my prayers. We will miss you.

Cassi said...

I'm so sorry for this news Valerie. I'll be thinking of you and sending healing thoughts. You'll be missed.

Unknown said...

So sorry. I'll say a prayer.

Hayley said...

Sending your father healing prayers, thinking of you x

Megan said...

Praying lots... for your Dad and for your family.

God is in control.

Unknown said...

Valerie,
My family and everyone I know will be praying for you, your father and your family at this time.

Tricia Orchard said...

I am sorry to hear your father is ill. I will send prayers and positive thoughts your way.

We'll miss you!

Tricia

Sadia said...

Be well.

danita said...

praying for you and your family.

Anonymous said...

Hope all is well!
sara http://myfrugalfunlife.blogspot.com/

Sherry said...

Im so sorry you are habing to go through this, my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Christy Killoran said...

I'm so sorry to hear this. Our prayers are with you and your family.

maryanne @ mama smiles said...

Oh Valerie, I'm so sorry. We're sending prayers and good thoughts your way.

sunnymama said...

My thoughts are with you and your family. With love xx

Marie said...

Keeping your father and your family in my prayers.

Unknown said...

Lots of good thoughts for your dad.

Cheryl G. said...

Good thoughts and prayers sent the way of you, your family and your Dad.

Take care!

Looking forward to another 500 post! And it can wait.

Sheila said...

I'm praying for you and your family.

Unknown said...

Oh Valerie- I am very sorry...

We will pray for you all- be safe and KEEP AWAY from this blog as long as you need!

(Not that I don't want you to be posting, because I am constantly "borrowing" your ideas- Your time with the fam is so much more important now!)

Amy's Stocking Stuffers said...

I'll be thinking of you and your family.

Petula said...

I'm sorry to hear about your father. The thoughts, prayers and good vibes are going out now. Take care and don't worry about being away... We'll be here when you return.

Ticia said...

Valerie, I will be praying for your Dad. Keep us updated on how we can best pray for ya'll. And we'll miss your posts and comments, but you're doing something more important right now.

Rebecca said...

I am sorry and i will say a pray for him :(

Anna said...

I am sorry to hear about your father. Will keep him and your family in our thoughts. Hope all goes well. Take care of yourself!

Lenetta said...

Oh, Valerie, so sorry! We will be praying for sure. Hugs!

Monica said...

Congrats! You have been awarded the Sunshine Award! You can pick it up at my blog here http://lifeissooogood.blogspot.com/
Thanks for the wonderful blogging!

mel said...

prayers for your father and family! i visit your blog daily and enjoy all the wonderful posts of creative things to do with my kids. thanks so much for the ideas!

Mommy, I'm Home said...

Hope he is OK. Sending you positive thoughts...

Ashley Pichea [PicheaPlace.com] said...

Praying for you and your family... may God heal your father quickly and give you all peace in the midst of this struggle!

Mena said...

Sending prayers your way! Thanks for all the joy you spread. Now it's time you get some back in this difficult time.

Mena said...

Sending prayers your way! Thanks for all the joy you spread. Now it's time you get some back in this difficult time.

Chelsea said...

I am so sorry to hear about your dad. You, he, and your family will be in my prayers. Take as much time off as you need - I know I (and I'm sure all of your other readers), will be here whenever you get back. All the best,
Chelsea

Jennifer said...

So sorry to hear about your father! Thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family.

Suzi Dow said...

Ditto to what others have said. Dad's are special. I'll wager just having you near will be a portent tonic for him.

Melanie @ Whimsical Creations said...

Sorry to hear about your dad. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Cindy said...

Saying prayers for you, and for your family.

amy said...

we'll be thinking of you and your family here. take care!

Counting Coconuts said...

Oh my goodness, I am SO sorry to hear about your father - I hope everything turns out ok. Praying for you.
Oh and I love your crafts, too. :)

~Mari-Ann
www.countingcoconuts.blogspot.com

Mama King said...

Valerie, I am so sorry! Sending you our prayers for you and your family. Much love, the Kings

Danielle said...

I'm sorry that your father is sick. I will be keeping him in my thoughts and prayers.

Gaby said...

Hope all goes well with your father.

Janelle said...

We will pray for you and your family. May God continue to be your light and strength. We look forward to many more wonderful blogs from you in the futre!

Debby@Just Breathe said...

I am so sorry about your Dad. I will be praying for him. Take care & God Bless.

stacief said...

I am so sorry to hear about your Dad! You are all in our prayers for a speedy recovery!

Liyana s said...

i am sorry to hear that about your father. i pray for his speed recovery.
gonna miss your ideas, u & ur lil princesses

Wendy @ Ramblings from the Sunshine State said...

Oh no! Im keeping you guys in my thoughts!

Jolene (South Africa) said...

Keeping your father and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Elise said...

Praying for your dad and your entire family. My thoughts are certainly with you at this time.

The Ortega's said...

So sorry to hear about your father. You and your family are in out thoughts and prayers. Travel safe, we'll be here when you get back.

Jamison said...

Sending you and your family strength! You are in our prayers.

Leisure Beader said...

pray for your father and your whole family. hope everything good. waiting for you to come back.

Nancy said...

I hope everything is ok. My thoughts are with your family.

Iamredeemed said...

praying for you and your family......

Anonymous said...

I know we don't know each other but thank you for all your crafty inspiration. Travel safe and we are sending prayers to you. Hopefully all of these well wishes will be inspiration to you and help you keep strong.
Peace and Blessings

Val in the Rose Garden said...

Sending you love and healing thoughts my friend! I hope his recovery is a quick and easy one. {{{hugs}}}

Love Val

Stacy of KSW said...

I'm praying for all of you now and wishing your father a speedy recovery. I hope your presence brings him comfort.

Gae said...

Just found your blog and this sad news.Praying for your family.
I have loved your projects.
God Bless

Anonymous said...

We are sorry to hear that your father is ill. I hope all turns out well. We will miss your wonderful ideas!

Stephanie - My Frugal Lifestyle said...

I've always loved your blog and it has really inspired me. Thanks for all your hard work and many hours of great family fun ideas.

Jessica Monte said...

I will keep your dad in my prayers. And because you're always an inspiration and I love your blog, I just gave you an award over at my place. Thank you for all of your hard work and brightening up the world!

An Almost Unschooling Mom said...

I missed this post in my reader somehow, and just realized I hadn't seen anything from you in a while, so went back to check what was up - I'm sorry to hear about your father, and will be in prayer with you!

Unknown said...

We are thinking of you and are sending you lots of prayers and good wishes! Very sorry to hear that.

Kirsten said...

Thinking of you and sending prayers your way!

Anonymous said...

We have prayed for your father, the doctors and caregivers, you and your family - and may God's healing hand be upon your father and all of you. May God keep all of you in His mighty and loving care.

Brooke said...

I am sorry to hear about your Dad! I will keep you and your family in our prayers.

Brooke

Anonymous said...

Sending prayers to your father for a quick recovery.

Hugs,
Reena

Sabine said...

Love and Light to you all, Sabine, the Netherlands

Britt said...

Sorry to read about your father. Hoping things have begun improving. Well wishes to you all.

Lisa Anne said...

I will pray for you and your family. I was like I know that kitty and it was my Chole. LOL

Stay strong!

Lindsey said...

Big love to you and your family!

Square Root said...

Sending your dad lots of healing light.

♥ meninheira ♥ said...

Valerie, no tenía ni idea! se me había pasado este post.
Me alegro muchísimo de que ya esté en casa, os mando muchísimos besos para todos.

meni ^-^

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