When Life Knocks You Down | Where I Find Strength When Illness and Rejection Sideline Me
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- Опубликовано: 27 янв 2025
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I did not expect to find myself sidelined from all the summer plans that I had made. But here I am, dealing with...are you ready for this...Lyme disease. Yep. After years and years of frolicking in the woods with no problem, the dreaded red rash appeared the other day, shining light on the reason why I have been feeling out of sorts for a few weeks now. So here I am, trying to heal my body, and my spirit. This time has been such a reminder for me that in my weakness, God is strong and God's grace can get us through it all. But I am tired of resting and miss being with you. So come join me as I share with you not just my Lyme diagnosis, but some thoughts on dealing with rejection as well...and how I recently experienced the sting of rejection firsthand. What a summer it has been! I pray you are all well! And I promise to catch up on all your messages this week. :) I love hearing from you all. Blessings!
Illness and rejection often go hand in hand, so this was such a great message, Pastor Donna. Being chronically ill with a rare disease, I face rejection by society frequently for not being able to do those things that society places great value in, such as working full time. I have had to learn to lean upon the Lord, and He has taught me that my worth and value are intrinsic rather that extrinsic.
Dearest Pastor Donna, I'm sorry to hear that you don't feel well. I'm sending healing thoughts and prayers. From the very first time I watched your videos and found out that you are a Minister, I SO BADLY wished to live in your area! I would love and be honored to attend Service at your church. Don't let evil hurtful people's words bother you. Blessings
You took the words right out of my mouth! 😊
That is so sweet to hear! I, too, wish you were in the area and able to attend the churches I serve. It would be a blessing to have you there in person. I am finally feeling better...yeah! My energy is coming back. More videos to come. Till then, blessings to you!
Keep strong and how in awe I am of your faith.
I'm experiencing changes right now where I need to have a diagnostic colonoscopy. I'm frightened.
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart .." Prov. 3:5, 6. ❤
I am just getting to this message now. Apologies that I didn't see it sooner. You are always in my prayers. I hope all is well and that fear has subside and God's peace and grace is filling your day this day and always! Blessings!
Thank you so much sister in Christ for this video. So much of what you spoke about I relate to.
I will keep you in my prayers. God uses everything we go through doesn't He.
I started writing poetry books that I send out as a blessing and these are a few verses from one of my poems.
So what do you do?
When you first meet there's one question they ask
"So tell me what is it you do?"
I dread those few words, they strike fear into me
It would seem that your job defines you
But what do you do when there's no job for you
And for years you've been chronically ill
I would so often hear, "Well you look fine to me!"
Some don't get it and they never will
Constant pain and fatigue this condition it brings
Now the small things become a huge task
And whilst trying to sleep your bed looks like a nest
With its pillows, ear plugs and eye masks!
But then you meet others who do understand
They inhabit the same world as you
You feel you belong and don't have to explain
That you can't do what you used to do
On this journey of loss, I have learnt such a lot
I've been ill longer than I've been well
So I'm making the best of this God-given life
And on losses I've learnt not to dwell
Rosie Philomena
For Such A Time As This
What a beautiful poem. I loved it. Thank you for sharing! And thank you for being part of Olde Stone Well Farm. Blessings to you!
As a fellow chronic illness (Still's disease) sufferer, I can relate completely to your poem. People so often look down upon those of us who must rely upon disability benefits for survival, and don't take into account the lack of jobs that will accommodate disabilities (especially if one lives in a rural area as I do). Keeping you and all who struggle with illness in my prayers today and everyday 🙏❤️
I listen to you for the first time. Yes, you are right: the minute one decides to do good the evil one jumps out to stay in the way but has limited powers compared to God's love. May God give you strength!
Wise words!
I am so glad you found my channel and enjoyed watching. It means a lot. Blessings to you!!
Jesus loves you. Those are powerful words that all of us need. I pray for your good health. Blessings and prayers...
Thank you!! And blessings to you!
I came upon your video, just by chance, maybe! As I have been rejected by my son & his family, for 6 years now! I have come to terms with but I still find times when the tears fall 😢 out of the blue! There must have been a reason for this, as you say God must have given me a quieter time , but then recently it’s even quieter by the passing of my husband , I just say to myself ‘Go Figure’, & thank the Lord for every day I wake up 🥰
Blessings and prayers my dear
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband on top of the rejection from your family. I am holding you in my prayers that this day...and always...you find joy and peace and strength in God's promise that you are not alone and that God does indeed make all things new. Blessings to you!
Thank you for sharing your wisdom. Those are the words I needed to hear today. I have been ill for about 2 years. It is a rare disease and there is no cure. It has knocked me out of life almost completely. I just try to do the best I can each day but sometimes that isn’t much. All things are temporary, both the good and the challenging. Some days, God knows how hard it is. I pray that you feel better very soon. 😊
@lindahayes - praying for God to give you strength and peace🙏✨
I am holding you in my prayers as well. May God's grace fill your days...and may His light and love give you peace and courage. Most of all, may you day be filled with joy that comes from knowing you are being held in God's hands - always. Blessings to you!
Hi, Donna! I don't know how I found your videos but I have enjoyed them very much. Sometimes I feel like an old soul as well--here in KY as opposed to Vermont. :) Your gentle voice is so very soothing and your words are so encouraging. I also love learning new words like tyg! Thank you for content. It's a little valley of peace in this chaotic world.
I am so glad you did find my little channel! It always amazes me how the Spirit moves and connects us! And I am glad to hear I provide a little bit of piece in this chaotic world. I used to be in Kentucky a lot when I was working for an organization headquartered in Louisville. I did get an opportunity to explore some of the more rural areas. Beautiful. Blessings!!
I will not lie, Pastor Donna, that I almost fled from the mention of Lyme…living rurally in the White Mountains, with no confidence I will spot every tick, has made it one of the anxieties that cloud my appreciation of the beauty here.
But then you spoke finding the wisdom of God in the pain of rejection, and this spoke again of exactly what I was feeling.
You continue to be a gift and an insightful embodiment of the joy and struggle of living in this world while holding on to the promises of Jesus.
I wish you rest and healing and peace…and a break in this awful humidity!
I too have lived (and live) with constant anxieties about not spotting every tick that is around. Especially hard when you have a Bernese Mountain dog with a thick coat of black hair...ugh...I am constantly vacuuming. I always have that worry when I am out in God's creation about the ticks as well. I am so glad I moved on from Lyme disease to another topic...and glad you stayed and listened. :) Blessings to you!
Thank you so much Pastor Donna for your gentle messages about Jesus and all that He is. Will pray for your continuing recovery. Do rest and heal amidst the beautiful Vermont countryside. Rejection does indeed hurt. Continue teaching the congregation you have about our blessed Lord and Saviour who loves us through it all.
Wishing you a full and speedy recovery, Pastor Donna. I was feeling very low yesterday, lower than I’ve felt in a while, and listening to your words about rejection has really helped me to feel better today. Thank you for sharing.
I am so glad I was able to help turn your day around. And thank you for your prayers. I am feeling better!! Blessings to you!
I’ve had too much rejection in my life and worse, it came from the church people too. I try everyday to go on remembering the Word
thats often hard because the ugly looks and words from people still haunt me. All I know is, they could be the ones that one day God will separate the sheep from the goats. Thank you Donna for your sincerity.
Rejection is so painful. But you are right, God will separate the sheep from the goats. And in my times of rejection, I hold on to the truth that God never leaves our sides! Prayers and blessings to you!
Be well very soon/blessings back at you!
Thank you! I am finally on the mend!! Blessings to you!
I just found this video, as a sufferer from Lyme disease for the last 33 years make sure when those antibiotics are done if you are still not well that they KEEP treating you until you are.. I wish you all the best
Thank you for watching and coming to the farm to visit with me!! And thank you for your advice. I will make sure to keep taking meds if I am still feeling out of sorts. Holding you in my prayers for healing, energy and strength to fill your days!! Blessings!
I just found your channel. I’m sorry to hear you’re not well. I will pray for you and for total restoration. I was diagnosed with Lupus. God has kept me in his care. God has a plan for you.
Thank you! I am so glad you found my little channel! And thank you, too, for the prayers. I, too, am holding you in my prayers as well. Yes, God has a plan. We just need to remember that each day we wake up and smile and trust always. Blessings to you!
Thank you - "A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in a setting of silver." ( Proverbs 25:11) May you recover soon.
Great Proverb! Thank you for sharing that with me. And I am finally on the mend!! Blessings to you!
Get well soon. You are in my prayers for comfort and full recovery. Blessings!
Sorry to hear your news Pastor Donna! That pesky vermin!
Attacks on all sides. You will be in my prayers! I was at a
prayer day on Achill Island yesterday so the prayers have
already begun to ascend.
I was remembering a few moments ago how l stayed with
some nuns in Madrid and l couldn't picture the
room because l often do, but l remembered a mosquito
buzzing for ages in my ear.
Yes, attacks on all side. That is why we need to lean into God and trust His ways. I am finally on the mend! Thank you for your note and your prayers!!!! They mean a lot. Blessings!
Thank you!! Your prayers mean a lot to me. Today, I am finally feeling like my old self!! Blessings to you!
you came alive as you spoke of Jesus 🫶
Wow. Really? Thank you for that insight. I was feeling so out of it. I have to say, today, I am finally feeling better. More to come! Blessings to you!
I'd been saving this video after a very busy weekend, only to have a bit of a low day the day I wanted to watch it. I've been through a spell of accidentally breaking so many precious things lately, things that I've cherished, and yesterday I broke a piece of handmare glass! I don't know how or why! Tiredness? Clumsiness? Something else...? I was so upset but your video was exactly what I needed to hear, and I'm glad I saved it! It's couldn't have been more apt, in understanding a little more to what I've been experiencing too, thank you Donna. And, I sincerely hope you are better soon!
I am so glad you found this video, saved it and watched it at the moment you needed it the most. It is frustrating when you go through times where everything goes wrong and you seem to be breaking everything you touch. Been there, done that. And will do it again, I am sure. I truly believe when we are in those times that the best thing is to stop everything and take care of yourself. Do something that gives you joy. Take a nap. Light a candle. Read a book. Whatever it might be. Just retreat from the world for a bit and let God's loving Spirit surround you and heal you. Holding you in my prayers! Blessings to you! (And I am feeling better now. Thank you!)
Thank you for your lovely words, Donna. I was going to throw the broken glass piece away but in the end I decided not to. Taking inspiration from your previous restoration (I love that word) video I very carefully managed to repair it and, although not perfect, it looked better than I expected and it enabled me to continue to enjoy it still, which gave me that little sense of satisfaction and achievement.
I have just subscribed. Thank you for doing this lovely video. I too am struggling with health problems at this time. Jeremiah chapter 29 verse 11 is one of my favourite scriptures. xx
Thank you for subscribing and being a part of this little community! It means a lot to me. Welcome to the farm!! That Jeremiah verse is one of my favorites too! I am holding you in my prayers. May God's healing grace fall abundantly upon you this day and always. Blessings!
Just wanted to say thank you for giving me the nudge to get my back pain checked out. I was focusing on God to give me the courage to do so. What a blessing you are to all of us. Oh by the way it was shingles.
Praise God that your time at the farm gave you the nudge to see the doctor. And I pray that your shingles are clearing up. I have had friends who had really bad cases of shingles. Healing mercies to you! Blessings!
I hope you feel better soon. Take care.
Thank you! I am finally feeling better! Blessings to you!
Continued feelings of rejection may lead to something more spiritually damaging such as anger and resentment. Been there, done that, forgive and move on---which takes time. Your message of God's protection is a spiritual antidote. Thank you. I pray for your healing from Lyme. Thank goodness you sought medical help.
Yes, anger and resentment can occur with rejection. So important to keep turning to God so that we remain open to the love and the community God has for us. And thank you for your prayers. I am on the mend!! Blessings!
Hi Donna I just came upon your video. I grew up in the beautiful countryside and asa child I found ticks on me summer after summer. Once I graduated high school I moved to the big city to pursue a career. I'm lucky I never experienced dis ease. Here's my theory: if we eat well our bodies can usually fight against any Disease. Dis Ease. If a person chooses to never drink or smoke or take prescription pills our bodies can usually fight. Our Immune system has to have nutrients and minerals exercise and well thinking God will see us through. I've gone through so many challenging times in life and I always slept 9 hours, I take long walks and I smile no matter the case I have often wondered if God is listening but I remind myself that he will close a door and then open another. God Bless You
Thank you for your note. It is funny because I was thinking, too, about what might have made me more susceptible to Lyme. I have been under a lot of stress and eating too much processed foods. I have been researching what to eat to aid in healing. I have recently gone back to whole foods and upped my protein, and, wow, what a difference. More energy and feeling more alert. And yes, God is listening always...even when we feel as if our prayers and cries are falling on deaf ears. They aren't. God is with us always. Blessings to you!
@@oldstonewellfarm thank you for your note also. I'm happy to read this. Keep eating clean, thinking clean, walking is the best exercise and God will see us through everything. I'm 61 I still ask God to send me one friend who doesn't drink or smoke and who has a great mindset toward life. I'm a widow and will remain one. It's why having a great friendship will help me. I know of many people, I feel I need an honest friend whose purpose is similar to mine and it's hard to come by. God bless you today 😊
Praying you will heal and feel better soon.
Thank you!!! And thank you for being part of Olde Stone Well Farm. I am finally on the mend! More videos to come. Blessings!
Hello 👋
I'm from London England. Near Camden Town. Had to let go of so many people I love this year. They weren't treating me right. Including friends and family and a partner.
It's been a very long road. God is finally saying enough.
Isaiah 62. Psalm 16.
A time of new beginnings.
Yolanda Hadid also had Lyme disease at one point. She's back to her healthy self now.
You just appeared on RUclips this morning.
I wish you a speedy recovery.
God bless 🙏
London! Wow. Welcome to Vermont. I am so glad I appeared on RUclips and you watched! And thank you for your words. I am on the mend. More videos to come. For now, holding you in my prayers for God's grace and joy to fill your day this day and always! Blessings.
@oldstonewellfarm Thank you. I'm praying for you, too. 🙏
Please take care of yourself! Thanks for the update!
I will take care and be more careful out there in the woods!! Blessings to you!
Hello Pastor Donna , thank you for sharing this story about rejection. I wish you a good recovery , you are in my thoughts and prayers. I Hope you feel better soon but i m not worried you re a strong person . Take care of yourself. Blessings . Clément from France 🇫🇷
Thank you!!! I am happy to report I am finally feeling better today. My energy is coming back!! Blessings to you!
Dear Donna! I am so sad to hear you are not feeling well. I will burn a little candle for you and send you all my best wishes, hoping that you may soon be healed.
Your words about rejection were spot on for me right at this moment. You are feeling weak yourself, but nevertheless you gave me strenght. I virtually fill your beautiful cup with herbal tea, lets enjoy it together......Lots of love and blessings all the way from the Netherlands, Alexandra
I am enjoying that virtual cup of herbal tea!!! Thank you! Always a joy to get notes like yours. And I appreciate the candle you lit. I am finally feeling better...yeah!! More videos to come. Blessing to you!!!
This was something I needed to hear today, thank you! I hope you feel better soon!
I am so glad I did publish this vide. I almost didn't. I am glad you visited the farm. Blessings to you!
Pastor Donna, I am sorry to hear you have Lyme disease, and I will pray for you, that you recover fully, very soon.
You always share a wonderful message with us!
Such an interesting tea mug, I have never seen one before! It, too, holds a message for us.
God bless you, Pastor Donna. Take care, rest, and continue to feel better.❤
Thank you for watching this episode. I almost didn't publish it because I felt so out of it. But I am glad I did. Yes, that tyg (the mug) is such a powerful illustration of community. I was glad to share it with you. I am finally feeling better. More videos are on the way. Till then, blessings!
my first time coming across your video. very sorry to know your sick. hang in there and wishing you a very speedy recovery!
I am so glad that you found my little channel! Welcome! It is wonderful to have you here. Blessings to you!
Sending love and healing from the UK 🇬🇧 hope you recover soon ❤️
Thank you!!! And from the UK! That made me smile. Blessings to you!
Thank you Pastor Donna, wonderful video. Hoping you are feeling better soon. God bless
Thank you! I am finally on the mend and more videos to come soon! Till then, blessings to you!!!
Uhoh..😔... Prayers for your recovery. 🕊️🙏🏼🤍
Thank you! Good news is today is the first day I feel like my old self. Energy is coming back. Yeah! Blessings to you!!
Oh my goodness, Pastor Donna, what a beautiful and heartfelt message. I hope your recovery will continue to go well. Thank you for the wonderful reflection on the Bible passage about rejection. And I was reminded about a very serious unexpected bout I had recently with vertigo. I couldn't get out of bed for two days. Me, someone who always won perfect attendance awards at work, haha. It was humbling to ask my colleague to handle my work for those days, and also humbling to ask my husband to do everything for me. But God's presence was keenly felt and I kept repeating the Alanon slogan 'this too shall pass'. God was there every step of the way giving me peace and comfort. May you feel His loving arms wrapped around you. Be well.
It is amazing the God moments that come to us when we are down and out...the messages of love and those who carry those messages to us. When we are weak, He is strong. So true. I am on the mend. Feeling better. I thank you for your prayers and for being part of this community. Blessings to you!!!
So true the closer I draw to God the more obstacles came up but that actually gives me more drive get even closer to him ❤ sending prayers for your healing 🙏
Yes, it is a spiritual truth that that does happen. A friend used to say when you went deeper with God that it was like "a new level, a new devil." Yet we keep praising and believing and trusting. :) And thank you for the prayers. I am feeling much better! Blessings to you!
Love you Donna with the love of the Lord!!!❤
Thank you!! Blessings to you!! :)
Well, their actions were a reflection on their character, not on you. I can't imagine doing something like that. I'll be keeping you in my prayers, and praying for a quick and complete healing. Blessings.🙏🏻
Thank you!! I am finally on the mend!!! Your prayers mean a lot! Blessings to you!
Thanks for your time although you are not feeling well.I appreciate your sens of commitment.
Get well very soon!!! I will pray yo the Lord and Mother Mary to your prompt recovery ❤Yes,If anyone will not welcome you don't worry because if there is a "shut door" in your life have confidence and pray strongly that soon a Bigger,more kind and strong door will open and specially believe in you and be thankfull and happy to be alive! Jesus heals(Mt8,14-16).We have to trust him.Blessings to the world for Peace.
Thank you for your prayers!! I am finally on on the mend!!! Blessings to you!!!!
Merci pour votre si belle Parole De France je prie pour vous et vous souhaite un très bon rétablissement ❤
:)
Thank you. God is with us.
Amen. He is. Blessings to you!
Pastor Donna I am sorry you are not well My prayers are with you .Please take care of yourself .Say hi to Fritz . Much love.💕 ❤❤😊
Thank you!! Fritz sends his love to you. Perhaps he will be in another video soon, as I am feeling much better! Blessings to you!
I hear ya Donna❤His Grace is truly sufficient for us all !
Amen! His grace is sufficient!
God bless you. Thanks for your words.
You are welcome! Thank you for coming to the farm!
#Dear Pastor thank you for sharing your story. I also had a very painful rejection yesterday and it hurt. But I always look forward to your videos.This is what I needed to hear and now I can pray to have the courage to not retaliate but shake the dust off my feet . I will keep you in prayer for your health.. Please know how much you are needed.You don’t know me or anything about me. But you have touched my life.
I hear you. I did a research and devotional of "why God allows pain"- physically, emotionally, mentally, and psychologically. Through much prayer and Scripture, God revealed to me that it's for our own good. I have come to a content answer to keep enduring it and counting it all joy.
I am glad I shared this video. I almost didn't publish it because I feeling so out of it. I was doubting my words. Yes, shake off the dust and trust that God has a bright future full of hope and love and acceptance for you. Blessings!
@roksannastephens4375 Yes, we have to trust God all the more in our times of rejection. God has the plan and knows what is best for us! Blessings to you!
So sorry to hear you have Lyme. I have had it twice in the last five years. Fortunately I caught it early and the doctors tested for it right away. I too love nature and getting out in the fresh air❤
Thank you. Lyme is quite common around here that I am surprised I haven't gotten it sooner. I will try to be more vigilant when I am outdoors, but I am not going to let this keep me from my love of nature. And praise God that you caught your Lyme early. Blessings to you!
Enjoyed your message today. Our church went thru a split over the past few months, it has been sad for us, but we are confident that those that left were called to go their way and we were called to stay. God always leaves a window open doesn't he! Prayers for a speedy recovery. "Hey" to Fritz 😊🌷🐶
Yes, churches are full of humans who often hurt one another. That is why we are always in need of God's grace and mercy. So glad you came to the farm with me! I am on the mend. Blessings to you!
Get well and take your time! We love you!
Thank you!! And I love all of you as well. I am finally on the mend. More videos to come. Blessings!
We live in a small town in Iowa, we have been here 18yrs, and we have never been welcomed
Its so strange because Ive always tried to be kind, friendly. I love my home so I wont let them make me move. I hope you feel better. I just found your channel.😊
First, welcome to Olde Stone Well Farm! I am so glad you found this channel as it has been a passion project of mine for years. That saddens me to hear about the lack of welcome you have been experiencing in your community. I am holding you in my prayers. May God's grace open new paths forward and may hearts that are harden soften. Blessings to you!
Just stumbled across your channel. I’ve been struggling with illness for the past several years and started Steven Buhner’s Lyme protocol about 6 months ago. I seem to be doing quite a bit better, but the past year has had me feeling a bit isolated and forgotten by people I went to church with which sort of feels a bit like rejection. Hope you are doing better. Your videos have a peace about them that I’ve found to be soothing to my soul. God Bless
I am so glad you stumbled upon this little channel. The sense of isolation and of being forgotten is hard. I will hold you in my prayers for continued healing and for God to bring those angels in disguise to you, surrounding you with not only peace but the joy of community. Blessings to you!
@@oldstonewellfarm Thank you!
Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love’s sake.
Amen.
Please take good care of yourself and take time to rest. I love what you said and it’s so a great way to look at rejection. God Bless You🙏🏻
Thank you! I am on the mend!!! Blessings to you!
Your message is gratefully received, at this moment in my life of ongoing medical issues. Thankyou.
I am glad you found this episode a help and a comfort. I will hold your ongoing medical issues in my prayers.
Thankyou, kind lady.
Xxx@oldstonewellfarm
Praying for you Pastor Donna
Thank you. I am on the mend. Praise God. My energy is coming back and I am relieved. But I do think now about so many people who do live with chronic illnesses. Prayers for all who struggle this day. And many blessings to you!
Good morning, Donna. Bless you for taking the rejection experience and turning it on its head. That's allowing the Spirit of God to work in you as you carry the Cross. I embrace you, sister soldier. :) Prayers for your physical and emotional healing this wonderful Feast Day of St. Camillus de Lellis (check him out, his story his amazing!)
Thank you so much for your kind words...and for being part of this community. You are a blessing! And I will check out St. Camillus de Lellis!! (I can't wait to read about this saint!) Blessings to you!
I am also down for a season. Nine months ago I suffered two separate small strokes. I am slowly getting my strength and energy back but not sure how long it will take or if I will ever be back to what I was. All I can do is trust in the Lord.
I will hold you in my prayers for strength and energy to return to you 100%. And prayers that you have the patience and to trust that God is with you, working through you, healing you, holding you. It is hard sometimes, but it is so true that God works in His own time. And so patience, faith and trust. May your eyes be open to all the new things God wants to show you this day. Blessings to you!!
We have a God who is able to hold us when things do not go as we planned. Just lean in to him, he will provide all the strength you need and know that other believers care and will hold you up in prayer! ❤
Amen! Beautifully said. Thank you! Blessings to you!
Hoping that you are feeling better each day! Thank you for always being genuine and sharing. They way you shared the "flip side" of how to see rejection was indeed enlightening. Praise God for the ways He ministers to us through others.
So glad you enjoyed this episode. I wasn't sure about putting out there as I was not feeling great or thinking straight! But it just felt right to share. And now I am glad I did. Blessings to you!
Prayers for complete healing ❤
Thank you!!! I am feeling better!! Blessings to you!
So sorry to hear you have Lyme's disease! I've bee bitten twice over the last 4 years or so & was so nervous I would get sick....Sending prayers for a full recovery & your energy to return! 💗🙏
It is a scary thing...and I always try to wear long pants, socks over the pants and long sleeves when I am out in the woods. Sigh. But I am on the mend. My energy is coming back. More videos to come. Blessings!
What a beautiful message!!!
Thank you! I almost didn't publish this as I was feeling so out of it. I am glad I did. Thank you for coming to the farm. Blessings to you!
First time watching one of your videos. My grand daughter got bite last year and had the ring also. She had to take medicine for two weeks She got better I pray you get better also
Thank you for watching and for sharing about your granddaughter's experience. Praises to God she got better. I am on the mend as well. Blessings to you!
This is beautiful. I'm glad I found your channel ❤
I so glad you found my channel too!! Welcome! And blessings to you!
i look forward to videos of vermont when youre better. take your time because your fans are always here. sending you prayers.
Thank you! More videos coming soon as I am feeling better. My energy is returning! Blessings to you!
Thank you Donna for another precious video filled with kindness. Hope. Inspiration and interesting information. ..praying for your complete healing....isabell ✝️🌄
Thank you for your kind words and compliments. They mean a lot. I am finally on the mend. More videos to come! Blessings!
Hello Pastor Donna, and thank you for this beautiful sharing.
I'm listening to you from France, and you bring me a sweet moment of peace.
I wish you a quick recovery. Take good care of yourself.
God bless you.😘🙏🏻
Thank you for watching...and from France! Beautiful. I am on the mend. Feeling my energy come back is wonderful. New videos coming soon! Blessings to you!!!
@@oldstonewellfarm🙏🏻😘
Thankyou, this message could not have been more relevant to me today ❤
...may I wish you well in your recovery too and God Bless ❤
I am so glad to hear that...and to have you join me here at the farm. It is funny because I almost didn't publish this video because I felt so out of it and wasn't my best. But this isn't about how I look or being perfect, this channel is to share the goodness of God with all. So thank you!! Blessings!
I am feeling better now! Thank you!
I am so sorry to hear of your troubles and have put you in my prayers. I had stepped away from a lot of social media lately. My best friend of over 30 years, really like my sister is unexpectedly dying at 65. we only discovered this a month ago. Talking with her today, she is no longer up to seeing anyone. She will more than likely pass sometime this week. I’m devastated and can’t imagine what my life will be like going forward. I’m single, I’m an introvert, I’m an HSP (highly sensitive person) and I’m struggling to understand why she at 65 is going before me who is 77. Additionally tomorrow I go in for a medical procedure to tell me if cancer has returned. I go back and forth between resting in God’s comfort and being so fearful. Didn’t mean to go on as you certainly have your own struggles but wanted to explain my absence from your site. Your videos bring me a sense of peace and comfort. Rest, take all the time you need to fully heal and your RUclips friends will be praying for you and look forward to your return when the time is right. God bless.
I am sorry I am just getting to this message now. But I am holding you in my prayers! May you find peace, healing, strength, comfort...may you receive this day the peace from God that passes all understanding. And may you know that God never abandons or forgets us. God does His best work often in our darkest of times. Hold on to that truth! Please let me know how you are doing. Blessings to you!
And who made the ticks? God! He allowed me too,to be struck down with years of sicknesses and disabilities, bed bound from years of being active and a gardener, abandoned by family and church, but that's ok,my faith is weak too,just hope God and Jesus are still with me in spite of a very traumatic life ❤
I hope you are doing better. It is so devastating to be abandoned by family. I'm literally on the verge of homelessness.
Our GOD made the ticks but man practiced the research that extended their diseases to humans (gain of function). Plum Island. Fort Dietrich. This wasn’t done by our God.
God said He will also send dust down to earth against the people, il send scripture after posting this@IDriveHackneys
@@IDriveHackneysdeuteronomy 28:24. Also regarding God sending dust onto the earth
I often wonder why ticks and fleas and snakes and other critters that make my skin crawl were created. Sigh. I am sorry about your struggle as well with health and rejection. We were never promised a life without troubles, but we are promised that God, no matter what, would never leave our sides, giving us the grace and strength and comfort to carry on. I hold on to that promise. God is with you as well...He never abandons his children. We might not feel God's presence with us, but He is there. And so, blessings to you!!
I just found your channel (by design) and thank you -I needed to hear this message today. Bless You and keep getting better every day!!
I love how the Spirit works. I am so delighted you found my channel! Welcome! I am on the mend. Blessings to you!
Thank you Pastor Donna 🤗❤️
You are welcome!!! Blessings to you and Lou!!
I think God lead me to your video I needed to hear it. Sorry to hear your not feeling well. Will remember you in prayer. 😊
I am so glad you found my channel. Yes, I do believe it is the Spirit at work. I wasn't going to publish this video as I really didn't feel my best, but something was on my heart to do so. I am glad I did. I am feeling better, so thank you for the prayers. If ever there is anything I can pray for you, please let me know! Blessings!!
I'm so sorry you have been sick and praying for a complete recovery for you.... now you will be empathetic to others even more when they are down.... since I've gotten older everything takes longer to recover from. I'm
slower than ever before.... if I lived closer I'd bring you some soups to eat! Jesus bless you and strengthen you this day! ❤
That is so funny you mentioned more empathy now...because I just said to a friend the other day that I now understand better what folks in my congregation with chronic illnesses or just the simply "joys" of aging go through. It is true, everything takes longer to heal when you get older. Taking this as a God moment for God to open my eyes to see more clearly the struggles of others. Blessings to you!!
Sorry to hear you have lime disease, Donna. I will definitely keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Loved your message today. It really hit home with me... regarding an incident I experienced a few years ago. I learned from a dear friend that it was Gods way of showing me he had a reason for this change in my life. Now today, you helped me realize even more, how true this is. Thank you so much. Be Well my friend.
I am so glad that my words resonated with you. I almost didn't publish this video because I was just wasn't feeling my best. But I am glad I did. Yes, God has a way of leading us where we need to be. And thank you for your prayers. I am feeling better. Yeah!! Onward we go. Blessings!
I was so sorry to learn that you are dealing with lime disease and glad you are doing better. Please take all the time you need to rest and heal. I like your words that rejection is God's protection. I helped me remember that a rejection I experienced in the past was really God's protection as what turned out to be a much happier, healthier and more loving life for me. Thank you for that reminder. Warm good wishes to you for much happiness and good health!
Thank you!! I am on the mend. Praise God. My energy is coming back and what a difference from just a few weeks ago. Of course, this isn't going to stop me from going out into the woods. But I will try to be more diligent in taking care of myself. Blessings to you!!!
I will be praying for you to feel better soon! 🥰
I love your videos, they make one stop and appreciate God’s love and His beautiful creation. ❤
Thank you!!! That means a lot. I am feeling better, finally!! Blessings to you!
Hi there, sorry Pastor you have Lyme disease will pray for his healing hands on you take care❤
Thank you! I am feeling better -- finally! Blessings to you!
💗Blessings
Thank you!!
So lovely and well said! Prayers for your healing and comfort as you deal with Lyme disease. I know many who have had to go through what you're going through right now with the fatigue and just general feeling ill, but they generally are able to find a way to feel stronger over time. With your faith and with your good attitude, it will be much easier to overcome the hurdles. Thank you for being such an encouragement to those who may be suffering trials, and as you said, especially those who are trying to live for Christ and just feel like it's a spiritual battle all the time.❤
Thank you for your kind words...and for being part of my little channel. It means a lot to me! I am on the mend. More videos to come. Blessings!
@@oldstonewellfarm I did just hear something that may be of interest to you. I heard that infrared sauna helps to detoxify the body's cells and can be beneficial in the treatment of Lyme disease. The person speaking about it has a personal sauna that she bought off of Amazon, and the head sticks out of it so you don't have to feel claustrophobic. Maybe worth of try.
@@oldstonewellfarm I just heard an interesting interview with a person that was discussing the use of infrared sauna to detoxify the body cells and how it helps with Lyme disease. She bought a portable sauna so she can do it at home. Your head sticks out the top so that you don't feel as hot. It might be something you would like to check into.
Praying for you in Jesus name Amen 🙏❤️
Thank you!!! That means a lot. I am finally feeling better. I will see you soon! Till then, blessings!
I'm sorry for what you are going through. Illness and rejection of family is horrible. All your readers appreciate and support you. You're a blessing.
Thank you! And I am sorry I haven't replied back sooner, but you have been in my prayers as well!!
Hi from Plymouth Mass. Feel better soon. ❤
I love Plymouth, Mass! My dream job is to be a historic interpreter at Plimouth Plantation!! I visited there when I was a girl and bought a white pilgrim cap that I wore all the time. I just purchased a historic sewing pattern to attempt making an outfit from the 1620s. A bit more intricate than my 1700's gown...especially with my lack of sewing skills...but I can't wait to try. Blessings to you! (And I am feeling better, thank you!)
I’m so sorry to learn of your illness. Praying for total healing. 🙏🙏🙏
Thank you. I am finally feeling better today. Yeah!! Blessings to you!
Excellent message. Oh, rejection...I've had a few. But God, saved me from what could have been disasters/heartaches. Enjoy the rest. May your full recovery come expediently.
Thank you! Yes, rejection is part of life, how we react to it and learn from it can make a huge difference. God is always with us. And I am on the mend! Yippee! More videos to come. Blessings to you!
Donna, I’m so sorry that you have Lyme disease, but I am glad you are taking the time to get well. Blessings to you and good health return to you soon! Thanks for all that you share with us!
Thank you. I am finally on the mend. More to come!! Thank you for being part of this community! Blessings!
Dear Pastor, God’s message through you, came very clearly to my ears about something that I have been thinking about for a few months now. Thank you. Praying for your speedy recovery. With love and appreciation. 💕
So glad you came to the farm and spend time with me! Blessings!
Praying you feel better very soon . You are such an encouragement to so many and God loves you ❤️
Thank you! I am feeling better...more videos to come. Blessings to you!
Prayers and love sent your way 🙏 ❤️ you caught it in time! Rest and glad you got immediate answers to your symptoms!! Praise God ✝️
Yes, I did catch it in time. :) Whew. I am feeling better. More videos will be coming! Blessings to you!
Feel better!
Thank you!! I am on the mend. New videos coming soon! Blessings to you!
Thank Ypu
:) Glad you enjoyed!
Hope you mend quickly. Will pray for your complete recovery. I needed to hear your message today, so thank you so much for that! ❤😊
I am so glad you enjoyed this message! I am glad I published it...I almost didn't. I am on the mend. More videos to come. Blessings!
Good morning, I have just accidentally found you Donna and what a lovely video to watch and what good words you spoke full of meaning.
I am not particularly an overly religious person but believe in treating others as we would like to be treated ourselves.
Yours words were meaningful but gently given and I for one appreciated this.
Do you mind being called Donna or do you prefer to be referred to as Pastor Donna. I would not wish to offend you.
I was sad to hear that you are not well. I send positive vibes your way and hope for a speedy recovery.
Thank you for your video. It is just what I was hoping to find. Wise and kind words but done in a gently fashion whilst sharing. So a big thank you for those Donna. I look forward to watching your past videos and sharing time with you and your words.
Just to say. I happened to find you on the tv viewing when just seeing what was on You Tube for a quick 5 mins. ( I tend to watch You Tube on my computer). Isn't it funny how things just appear at the right moment. Why would you suddenly appear? I feel you are a shining light that came to me to re ignite some inner warmth. Thank you and take care until your next video. :)
It is funny and amazing how the messages we need in life pop up at the very moment we need them! I love how God works. These moments to me are the most powerful of God moments. :) And you can call me Donna or Pastor Donna. Either is fine. Many in my congregations that I have served only called me Donna.
Blessings to you!
What a beautiful and message. You are in my prayers.❤💝
Thank you!!
Good thing you went to the doctor Donna Lyme disease is no joke. Glad you’re on the mend 😊
Yes, it is a good thing. I usually don't. I am finally on the mend! More videos to come. Blessings to you!
I'm new to your channel. Very inspiring ... thank you!
Thank you. I am glad you discovered Olde Stone Well Farm!!
Prayers for your healing and restoration. I hope you feel better soon! Thanks for the powerful message.
Thank you! I am feeling better. More videos to come! Thank you for watching and being here with me. Blessings!
I needed to hear that scripture today. May you heal soon.
I am so glad you came to the farm and hear that scripture. I am on the mend. More videos to come. Blessings!
@@oldstonewellfarm ❤️
Came across your video it eas so encourageing to me❤🎉
I am so glad to hear that!! Blessings to you!
Oh man... I know . But it still hurts. Feel like ive been rejected my whole life. My daughter is experiencing this too.. 😔
Rejection really stinks. It is so hurtful, but to reframe it and imagine perhaps what God is protecting us from has helped. Holding you and your daughter in my prayers for peace and love and acceptance to fill your lives this day and always! Blessings to you!