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"Don't force me to leave you; don't make me go home. Where you go, I go; and where you live, I'll live. Your people are my people, your God is my god; where you die, I'll die, and that is where I will be buried." Ruth 1:16-17 The Message

Lately, I have been thinking about family and home. Home is wherever my husband Doug and I are together. Whether a large home or a humble tent, I am content to be with him. The things of this world will pass away, but our love will last forever. I praise GOD for bringing him into my life.

Thanking HIM,

Andrea

*Tomorrow (Thursday), I will spending time with my eye doctor. I pray each of you have a wonderfully blessed day! See you when my eyes recover from my doctor visit!
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53 comments:

  1. Grandma Yellow HairDecember 31, 2009 at 12:19 AM

    Andrea this is a beautiful post and glad I stopped by
    Happy New Year
    Maggie

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  2. KarenDecember 31, 2009 at 12:38 AM

    Sweet words for your husband...you both are blessed....

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  3. AnonymousDecember 31, 2009 at 12:42 AM

    Happy new year

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  4. SandeDecember 31, 2009 at 12:44 AM

    The depth in having a solid companion.

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  5. LorenDecember 31, 2009 at 12:52 AM

    I couldn't agree more Andrea!! What a blessing to have such a wonderful relationship with your honey!

    Praying for your appt.

    Love you so much!

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  6. creative galDecember 31, 2009 at 1:40 AM

    thanks for visiting my site. . . Like reading your post as always!

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  7. graceDecember 31, 2009 at 1:42 AM

    HAPPY NEW YEAR!GOD BLESS US ALWAYS!

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  8. COUNTRY MOMDecember 31, 2009 at 2:41 AM

    Andrea, I Pray you are feeling better. Hope you have the best New Year. Thank You for being a part of my blog. I look forward to another year blogging with you. Much Love and Blessings, Audrey

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  9. Just Be RealDecember 31, 2009 at 3:25 AM

    ((((Andrea)))) Glad you have such a warm spot in your heart for family. Will be praying for you as you spend the time with your eye doctor. Blessings and continued hugs to you and yours.

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  10. OzjaneDecember 31, 2009 at 4:39 AM

    Thank you for your prayers.....I went and had a late afternoon nana nap and some of the pain went......but the thunder has come now and I realize it is rheumatic pain with the weather change.....so praying for rain as the cold front comes through. The city is praying....if they only knew how! for the rain not to spoil the New Years Eve fireworks.

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  11. Nikki (Sarah)December 31, 2009 at 5:53 AM

    that's beautiful Andrea. I''m so glad you have each other. The happiest new year to both of you. Stay strong Andrea. Sarah

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  12. Old Time CindyDecember 31, 2009 at 7:04 AM

    As always...good post. Happy New Year!!!
    Living it up at Lakewood,
    Cindy

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  13. the wild raspberryDecember 31, 2009 at 7:06 AM

    that is a wonderfully beautiful post andrea.
    hope that your appointment goes well.

    happy new year to you!

    chas

    your scrolling prayer list is very nice.

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  14. Mrs. MacDecember 31, 2009 at 8:44 AM

    Andrea ... how could a blog that Praises God and His Word not be beautiful! Your poetry and love for the Lord shine brightly. I've seen some of your comments over at The Scarf Sister's blog ... have you 'met' Donna? She's our poet. Blessings to you.

    Mrs. Mac/Cathy

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  15. Rebecca EvansDecember 31, 2009 at 9:16 AM

    Wonderful post!! Happy New Year:) God Bless ya Andrea!

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  16. vanillaDecember 31, 2009 at 9:19 AM

    I was looking out the window at all the white when your post came up. The picture is so uplifting. Such beauty on a dreary morning here.

    May your new year be a continuation of the happiness you find with your husband.

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  17. Terri TiffanyDecember 31, 2009 at 10:35 AM

    I so agree. I've found that to be more and more true as we go through adversary together. What a blessing!
    I hope all goes well with your eyes today. thank you for letting me get to know you this year. Have a safe Happy New year's eve:)

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  18. MariDecember 31, 2009 at 10:49 AM

    What a beautiful post, and it really is true.
    Happy New Year to you!

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  19. travelmomDecember 31, 2009 at 11:10 AM

    Blessed indeed!

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  20. CathyDecember 31, 2009 at 11:20 AM

    Wonderful post! There is no one I'd rather be with than my husband either!!

    Happy New Years!

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  21. GaiaDecember 31, 2009 at 11:27 AM

    Andrea you are blessed to have someone in your life who makes your life complete. So many of us out there are looking for such a love and out of luck. I am so happy for you, here's wishing the 2 of you a fantastic and blessed 2010. Hugs

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  22. SilverDecember 31, 2009 at 12:28 PM

    Happy New Year, my dearest friend.

    Love much,
    ~Silver

    Prayers for your eyes that you will receive a speedy recovery!

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  23. Wanda's WingsDecember 31, 2009 at 3:02 PM

    How wonderful to have someone you love so dearly. May you have a Happy New Year.

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  24. SamanthaDecember 31, 2009 at 5:17 PM

    Beautiful post dear Andrea.
    Praying all goes well with your eye appointment and have a blessed new year !

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  25. He & Me + 3December 31, 2009 at 5:53 PM

    I agree...Home is where the family is. Hope your eye doctors appointment went well.

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  26. Alice GraceDecember 31, 2009 at 8:10 PM

    A beautiful post! Happy New Year!

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  27. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageDecember 31, 2009 at 8:36 PM

    Hi Andrea,
    I feel the same way. Wherever my hubby is; that's home! Just stopping by to wish you a Very Happy New Year! May God's blessings fill your heart and home in 2010.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  28. RCUBEsDecember 31, 2009 at 8:40 PM

    I don't need to go anywhere...It does feel great to just be home and be with your loved ones, spouse and children! Happy New Year to you sister Andrea! God bless and praying that everything will go okay with your eye appt. My turn, too :)

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  29. ChesterDecember 31, 2009 at 11:50 PM

    A great reminder to never take our loved ones for granted. You are both blessed to have each other.

    Thank you so much for your encouraging words here and on Chester's blog this year. Your friendship is not taken lightly.

    Wishing you and yours a healthy, happy and blessed 2010!
    Chester & Mom ;0=)

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  30. A Mother AlwaysJanuary 1, 2010 at 8:56 AM

    Happy New Year to you Andrea

    lots of blessings and ((((hugs)))) to you.
    Hope your appointment goes well.
    Thank you for your supportive comments always.

    BM

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  31. AnonymousJanuary 1, 2010 at 12:11 PM

    Andrea,
    Happy New Year to you. :)

    Blessings,
    Tammy

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  32. RuthJanuary 1, 2010 at 12:51 PM

    Happy New Year Andrea. I love that verse. That's what we had on our wedding invitation card.

    Will be praying for your doctor's visit tomorrow.

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  33. NancyJanuary 1, 2010 at 1:36 PM

    How I can relate to those days when your eyes are all goopy because of various drops from the eye doctor. Hope your are completelly well of the eye problem. Thanks for your comments on my blog. You are a treasure. Happy New Year!

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  34. DebJanuary 1, 2010 at 2:20 PM

    Andrea,

    So glad that you and your man have a love like that!

    I feel the same way. If we're together, then I have a home. Wherever we may be.

    Read several of your previous posts. Love the verses that you chose. And the insights that you shared.

    Hope that your visit with the doctor went well.

    And that you have a Happy New Year.

    Sweet dreams.

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  35. YolandaJanuary 1, 2010 at 2:46 PM

    Happy New Years!

    How are your eyes?

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  36. AndreaJanuary 1, 2010 at 2:49 PM

    My eyes are great. I have to get new glasses with bi-focals (progressive lens). This is a big change for me, but the doctor assured me it is all normal and a part of the aging process. Thanks to everyone for your prayers and support. I am thankful GOD brought each of you into my life.
    Hugs and prayers on this New Years Day,
    andrea

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  37. TracyJanuary 1, 2010 at 4:02 PM

    Glad to see in the update that your eyes are fine. I get frustrated by the fact that I now need reading glasses (eye dr told me that most people do as they age).

    You really take great pictures and your words about your husband bring me such happiness. It's great to see someone who is grounded in the goodness of God and enjoys His blessings.

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  38. The French BearJanuary 1, 2010 at 4:11 PM

    Andrea, you have a happy 2010, bless you sweetie for being so kind and heartwarming to me, I truly love to read your friendly comments and I want you to know the feeling is mutual.
    Hugs,
    Margaret B

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  39. E @ ScottsvilleJanuary 1, 2010 at 4:36 PM

    Hope your 2010 is a fantastic one. Happy New Year Andrea!!!

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  40. AnonymousJanuary 1, 2010 at 7:55 PM

    Happy New Year Andrea!

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  41. Saleslady371January 1, 2010 at 8:29 PM

    It truly is all about relationship. Jesus taught us that; you are one smart gal! May you rest comfortably and heal quickly. Lord, touch my friend and bless her New Year with your love, healing and good health.

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  42. Auntie CakeJanuary 1, 2010 at 9:12 PM

    Hey Andrea~
    A big Happy New Year to you and your family. Hope your husband reads you blog, because he would really enjoy this one! Hope the eye doctor appt went well for you. I dread those now...
    Kate

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  43. LisaShawJanuary 1, 2010 at 9:41 PM

    Andrea, precious message.

    Came by to wish you and your family a blessed New Year. I look forward to all that GOD will use you to share on your blog this year and more importantly ALL that HE will do in your life unto His glory.

    Remain in Him. Blessings and hugs.

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  44. Teresa @ Grammy GirlfriendJanuary 1, 2010 at 10:23 PM

    Wow...can it really be 2010....So glad I found your blog and look forward to many reads in 2010..Happy New Year..

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  45. Nana JulJanuary 1, 2010 at 11:47 PM

    Happy New Year Andrea! May Jesus meet us there!
    Julie

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  46. RebeccaJanuary 2, 2010 at 7:53 AM

    May your New Year be blessed, Andrea. I'm thankful that 2009 saw our paths crossing. I look forward to more opportunities to share the warmth of Love, Light, Home and Friendship.

    (Was the eye doctor visit routine or for a special problem? I probably should have read your posts more carefully.)

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  47. PetJanuary 2, 2010 at 12:17 PM

    Blessings and Happy New Year.
    Love and Hugs

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  48. EdieJanuary 2, 2010 at 1:43 PM

    I am so glad God introduced us. Your friendship has blessed me.

    Love and blessings to you for 2010!

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  49. karenJanuary 2, 2010 at 3:16 PM

    Hey sweet lady. you have an award awaiting you at http://www.karensthreadsofhope.blogspot.com just because you bless me with your writing.. Thank you!!

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  50. AnonymousJanuary 2, 2010 at 5:35 PM

    I've got one of those as well! Thanking God for placing him in my life! Blessings!

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  51. christy roseJanuary 2, 2010 at 5:39 PM

    I am praying that you see well into the new year and that you and your family have a wonderfully blessed 2010!!!

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  52. RosemaryJanuary 2, 2010 at 11:22 PM

    Happy New Year Andrea!!
    Rosemary

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  53. DeniseJanuary 17, 2010 at 4:20 AM

    Such a sweet post.

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