I rarely put up updates...I often wonder if anyone really cares. But some wonderful things have happened and I've had quite a few of them this week...At least one of them I know you'd like to hear about; and I've saved it for the end-- (I LOVE those Happy Endings)!
I received not one but two wonderful phone calls this week from people from ActiveRain that I have never spoken to. I am honored that they would think of me and especially honored that they would take the time to call me....Bless you both! And to those of you who were kind enough to send me cards, they were heartfelt and appreciated more than I can say.
I had written in one of my recent posts about an "L" shaped Condo and the questions I had received about whether to purchase it because of Feng Shui concerns. What I did not mention is that I had told this person if she would get the pictures to me I would be happy to review them; I don't like charging someone for a full consult on pre-purchases and a floor plan and pictures can tell me as much as being in the space. She overnighted me the pictures and we discussed her concerns.
She put in an offer after our discussion and it was accepted and she will call me just prior to moving in. What I did not know was that she is a licensed massage therapist. Two days later in the mail I received a wonderful note thanking me for my help---along with a one hour coupon for a massage.
I had a wonderful time at the Barry Manilow concert, as you may have read. Last night I went to see John Edward at The Westbury Music Fair, now called The North Fork Theatre. He was with a special guest, Char Margolis and the singer from Women's Entertainment, Cindy Campo who came on to sing a few songs. More about the show later but it was wonderful, as usual.
Formerly the Westbury Music Fair located in Westbury, Town of Oyster Bay, Long Island New York the name was recently changed to North Fork Theatre. It is a Long Island institution and for decades has had some of the BEST entertainment. John Edward recently gave a sold out seminar there along with Char Margolis.
I am meeting my long lost cousin who will be on Long Island for Christmas. She is the one who found my tiny piece in Woman's Day and after 14 years I will get to see someone very much loved.
Some VERY kind person that I don't know sent me an Ornament, most likely from reading my posts about all my Christmas things being destroyed in the water damage in my basement. I decided to get a tree after all although I had not planned on it. Yesterday I received a complete surprise from our very own Sheron Cardin; an absolutely BEAUTIFUL ornament that she made herself, out of a sand dollar! Along with three beautiful boxes that are decorated. I am going to take a picture and show them but I cannot help but thank her from the bottom of my heart-and send her lots of love and light. Here are the lovely boxes:
Today my son was driving home after work. When he got here, he rang the bell which is unusual because he has the key. He wanted me to see his "find" that someone was discarding...an outdoor Reindeer. He needs new lights and I guess he was no longer wanted. I got so excited to see that there really IS a Santa Claus. And Adam may just have finally "gotten it" because he said: "Gee, it really IS the LITTLE THINGS!"
And the BEST...for last. I received an email asking how Carolyn did during her surgery. I have written about this wonderful woman several times, from how she found me, about the incredible book she wrote, "The Auspicious Goat" to the fact that she also had an "Auspicious PUMPKIN." Carolyn had become quite ill and I had asked everyone at AR to send up a blessing for her; I truly believe in miracles. And I am thrilled to tell you we may just have gotten one! The day of the surgery the doctors did a test to determine how to proceed with the risky operation. HER TUMOR HAD SHRUNK 85% to their amazement. Her surgery was postponed and if and when she does have to have it, it will be MUCH less invasive then they previously thought. She is now able to speak and is in good spirits. A very, VERY special Thank YOU to all those that thought of this lovely woman....please continue to keep her in your hearts...it's working!!
THAT'S what I call a blessed week!
*Carole Provenzale has been a Certified Feng Shui Consultant since 1997 and is the Founder of Feng Shui Long Island providing on site Feng Shui Consultations for all of Long Island and New York City and distance consultations are provided by phone for personalized, quality consultations.
You have had a wonderful week--I think maybe it's called the magic of Christmas!
I am so very happy and pleased to hear that your friend's tumor has shrunk. It is indeed a miracle--one we all prayed for.
Wishes come true, miracles do happen, there IS a Santa Claus (believe it or not!), and that poor outdoor reindeer was looking for a home. Bless your son for adopting him.
And, in wonder of it all, blessings to your friend Carolyn. Prayer is powerful as is demonstrated over and over again. My personal best wishes and prayers for her. Always.
Good things come to those that believe. And you are a believer - and a survivor. Merry Christmas, my friend.
Carole, What a wonderful week you've had ! I'm thrilled to hear about Carolyn...truly a miracle of love. I'm so glad you ended up getting a tree afterall and also have a reindeer now, thanks to Adam.
The boxes that Sheron made are truly beautiful !! What a lovely surprise..... ((-:
I enjoy these happy posts of yours so much. Thank you for sharing all of the events of your week,
Jo
That is wonderful about your friend. What a blessing!
Carole
I am glad about your friend. Miricles do happen.
Sincerely
Tom Braatz
Carole, Just popping by again to wish you a giant Happy Birthday Wish for a wonderful day and an abundance of everything you're hoping for in the coming year...
It's your birthday? When??? Thank you for speaking so kindly of me.
Someday when you come to California, we will go to Ocean Beach in San Fran and collect all the sand dollars you can carry (shhh, top secret ) and then you can paint and decorate them any way you want. Nature is in abundance here! This is a little section of my tree...mostly seashells
Carole- Your Birthday???...thanks Jo Anne for letting us know......Happy Birthday Carole, hope you get to go to another Concert, or whatever it is you want to do :).....
Cynthia, When I read that email I couldn't have been happier...I have you and everyone at AR to thank for helping Carolyn with your blessings and thoughts.
Julie, I didn't know if you would have wanted me to say but I loved that you called and it was SO NICE speaking with you! You are everything I would have thought from your posts, heartfelt and genuine and I thank you for being my friend.
Katerina, I thank you as well for your blessings for Carolyn, it was a wonderful week and I truly saved the best for last.
Carol, You're a blessings as well...I have seen miracles happen and hearing that Carolyn is doing so well was the BEST part of my week.
Oh Lisa, I'm transmitting my energy online? I was so thrilled to hear about Carolyn and knew everyone who had read about her and sent her blessings would be as well. Now I guess I need to tone it down :)
Missy, Thank you! Prayer DOES work and it intensifies when so many people are praying! I thank you all for helping Carolyn.
Bonnie, Thank you SO much. It is true that it's the little things...I've been trying to teach my son that forever, I'm hoping he "got it" finally :)
Jo, It WAS a wonderful week and full of surprises---All of them good! It made me remember over and over how very fortunate I am.
Joan, Ms. Maven, Talk about positive? Who more then you? We have been friends a long time here in the rain and I'm very grateful to you always.
Kris, They have been wonderful so far with so much support from some of the very best people, including you.
Matthew, It's so nice to share good messages. I am so happy to hear about true miracles!
Laurie, It was definitely a WOW week! I wasn't at all looking forward to the holidays this year and now I've got the holiday spirit--thank goodness :)
Tom, Miracles certainly DO happen! And it's so nice to be able to share them.
Kathy, Thank you for the sweet words, I am very lucky to have had this wonderful week and some of the BEST people like you on AR to read about it.
Jo, SHHHH...I only got older, not wiser! But thank you for remembering and the lovely wishes.
Sher, Your tree is wonderful and so are you, the ornament is beautiful....I need a nicer tree :) Thank you SO much for thinking of me and for caring. And I WILL get to SF, I know for sure I will be there again!
Kathy, Thank you....it wasn't an announcement I was going to make--Jo's gonna pay for that :) But thank you so much for coming back and wishing me a happy birthday my friend.
Joan, Who is that gorgeous little girl, is that YOU? Who turned into this beautiful woman? Thanks for the wishes, I appreciate them very, very much.
Happy Birthday, my fair friend!
Candy, Thank you! It was an absolutely wonderful week with something wonderful happening every day....can't ask for more then that!
Latonia, Thank you very much. I am thrilled to hear about Carolyn, miracles do happen!
Sal, They certainly do work. I couldn't be happier for her and everyone that said a prayer or thought of her helped it happen I'm sure.
Lisa, I love your cake, it's making me hungry :) Thanks for the kind wishes, my fair friend!
Carole--You are having quite a day...Happy Birthday to you! This year will be great for you and your family...I can feel it in your positive energy!
Carole - HAPPY, HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!! I do so wish you much PEACE and JOY and COMFORT and MANY, MANY HAPPY Moments in your new Birthday Year with all those that you surround Yourself with.
Jackie
What a treasure you are my friend. I hope your day was absolutely beautiful. Get ready to catch, because here comes a great big hug ((((")))))
Teri, Thank you for the wishes and the starburst! I believe--no, I KNOW it will be a great year :) And so will yours.
Jackie, Thank you so much! I wish the same things for all the AR members in this New Year (that is fast approaching)
Julie, Everyone can do this lovely glitter and gold, I'm going to need some help my friend. Your hug packs quite a punch, I got it and sent it right back to you :)
Carole, Happy belated birthday. I am a little behind.
Sounds like you had a wonderful week. You are definately looking at the positive side of things and that is great. Glad your son is learning it so well from you.