No More Lonely Holidays | A Reminder that Angels Are Always Among Us | Embracing Life's Disruptions

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  • Опубликовано: 14 янв 2025

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  • @AppealToHeaven
    @AppealToHeaven 21 день назад

    Beautiful reflection on holy disruptions. Huge de Sales fan! Happy Holy Days!

  • @JudiKerestan
    @JudiKerestan 20 дней назад +1

    I wish I was creative I love angels!

  • @AngelaDavis-yz3xf
    @AngelaDavis-yz3xf Месяц назад

    Happy Thanksgiving Donna,
    Another wonderful message but Fritz stole the show 🤣 ♥️ 🙏

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад +1

      Yes, Fritz did steal the show. I am now getting the hang of still filming and talking through most of his escapades. Blessings to you!

  • @mtnshelby7059
    @mtnshelby7059 Месяц назад +17

    Beautiful message, thank you. I opt for nontraditional holidays, spending the day outside taking long contemplative hikes. I'm a solo person and I've been doing this since the 1990s. There's no other way I'd rather celebrate than outside.

    • @SacredCrone
      @SacredCrone Месяц назад +1

      @@mtnshelby7059 sounds lovely 🥰

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад +4

      We are very much alike. Thanksgiving is just my husband and myself and I spend most of the day out walking in the woods alone (my husband isn't into hikes or walks). And so, it is just me and God's critters. I have always wanted to do an outdoor Thanksgiving as there is no better place to give thanks than out in nature. Blessings to you!

  • @peggymurphy6747
    @peggymurphy6747 Месяц назад +3

    Oh Pastor Donna, this is just what I needed to hear today. This is one of my all time favorite messages and videos of yours. I appreciate your candor, realness, humor and spirituality. Thank you for reminding me of the angels among us and the angels who have gone before us and the giving part of thanksgiving. Blessings to you and your RUclips ministry 🙏🧡🍁

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад

      First, apologies for the tardiness in responding, but I read your message with such joy in my heart! You brought a huge smile to my face. I am so glad you join me here at Old Stone Well Farm and you find your visits a blessing!!! And so, let me wish you many Advent Blessings today!!

  • @lyndagolding4750
    @lyndagolding4750 Месяц назад +3

    Thank you for your gentle reminder that we need to serve others.

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад

      You are welcome!! It is a blessing having you here at the farm with me!

  • @SacredCrone
    @SacredCrone Месяц назад +7

    Thank you for posting. After the last couple of weeks and some of the worst anxiety I’ve ever experienced, this is a tremendous comfort.🙏🙏🙏🙏

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад

      I am so glad I posted this message and that you joined me here at the farm. Holding you in my prayers! May your anxiety ease and may a peace that passes all understanding fill your heart and spirit! Blessings!

  • @ellenshaw1341
    @ellenshaw1341 Месяц назад +5

    Thank you for acknowledging those of us who are grieving the loss of loved ones during the upcoming holidays.

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад +1

      You are welcome! I feel it is so important to make space for those who are grieving and not feeling the joy during the holidays. Blessings to you!

  • @PamMorris-w1y
    @PamMorris-w1y Месяц назад +2

    I love the corn huck Angels that you made! They are so cute!❤
    I love your message today....as I always do.
    Fritz is so cute! Blessings to you Pastor Donna.

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад +1

      Thank you!!! The angels were a lot of fun to make! And Fritz did get a hold of another one later on after filming was over. Sigh. :) Blessings to you!

  • @sharonzolna3375
    @sharonzolna3375 Месяц назад +8

    Thank you so,much. I just lost my husband. Your words are a comfort.

    • @robinmcintyre3472
      @robinmcintyre3472 Месяц назад +2

      Sharon, I am so sorry for your loss! I pray the support of family and friends will help to comfort you at this difficult time.🙏💗🫂

    • @raggiodelia
      @raggiodelia Месяц назад +1

      @sharonzolna3375 I am so sorry for your loss. ❤️

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад

      I am so sorry to hear about your husband. Please know that I am holding you in my prayers. As Revelation tells us, God will wipe away all tears. It's a promise I have held onto many times in my seasons of loss. Sending you blessings and may this day you find comfort.

    • @megah5028
      @megah5028 Месяц назад

      Sharon, I am so sorry for your loss 🙏🏻

  • @RosalieMeredith
    @RosalieMeredith Месяц назад +5

    Holy disruptions...I needed to hear about this. Thank you! Love the corn husk angels.

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад

      The angels were a lot of fun to make, and I am so glad I got to share them with you. Yes, we need to start seeing our disruptions in life as holy. I know I needed to hear myself say this as well. Blessings to you!

  • @colleendionne2845
    @colleendionne2845 Месяц назад

    Beautiful message Rev.Donna .Happy Thanksgiving !

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад

      And a happy belated Thanksgiving to you! Sorry for the tardiness in responding, but it is a joy having you join me at the farm! Blessings to you!

  • @Robin-f1z
    @Robin-f1z Месяц назад +5

    Hi Pastor Donna we here in Canada just had out thanksgiving I love your corn husk dolls they are very cute. I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving God bless you .❤❤

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад +1

      Ah, that's right! I remember that your Thanksgiving celebration is earlier. I hope you had a wonderful gathering! Curious? What are the traditional items on the Canadian Thanksgiving menu? Is it similar to here? I would love to know. Many blessings!

  • @ruthpaige6689
    @ruthpaige6689 Месяц назад +4

    Thank you for your lovely video and message. Take care.

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад

      You are welcome! I am so glad you spend time at the farm!!! Blessings to you!

  • @raggiodelia
    @raggiodelia Месяц назад +2

    Thanks to be with us🎉
    I hope we embrace our special moments of Peace.
    Lovely "corn husk angel's you made!
    I wish you all a peaceful thanksgiving!
    Fritz is always very funny😂
    Kinds regards from Europe

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад

      Thank you!!!! Yes, Fritz is always funny!! Big bundle of goof! Wishing you many blessings!

  • @nelliemelba4967
    @nelliemelba4967 Месяц назад +2

    I love that beautiful hymn "Come Ye Thankful People Come" which I've sung since I was a child. Although I'm British I always note the Thanksgiving festivals in the US and Canada. I often watch the movie "Planes,Trains and Automobiles" and although it's very funny, it also says that there are angels around us, to help us out when we need them most, even if it's not always immediately obvious! Thank you again, Donna, for your wise words. I wish you all a good Thanksgiving!

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад

      I had forgotten all about movie. Yes, it is funny, but also very powerful with many important lessons on being there for one another. And I am glad that you love that hymn, too. One of my favorites. Blessings to you!

  • @sarahthompson7851
    @sarahthompson7851 Месяц назад

    Just found you pastor Donna- love your channel ❤listening in from VA.

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад

      First, sorry for the tardiness in responding!! But it is so wonderful to have you part of the Old Stone Well Farm family! Welcome!!! I am so glad you found the channel. Many blessings to you!

  • @JamieSantos
    @JamieSantos Месяц назад

    Oh my, so glad I found your channel! @ 5:36 I had t he same overwhelming feeling of wanting to go "full on Christmas"! And around the very same time frame as you did! That has to be the Holy Spirit beseeching us to LIGHT up the world with His Name and Grace. This has been pressing on me for months now. Yes, I still have my Harvest decor up but am slowly adding in the Christmas decor because of the same reasons you mentioned. I am thankful for God's gifts of the harvest and bounty I grew this year and have shared that bounty with parents and offered to neighbors but, alas, they do not eat vegetables. Both Seasons are about about gratefulness and giving, and, therefore, not strangers!
    Thank you for sharing your thoughts and life with us. Very much appreciated. Going to try my hand at making the corn husk dolls.

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад

      That is too funny that you had the same overwhelming feeling of going "full on Christmas!" Love it. And if you do make corn husk dolls, send me a picture!! :) Blessings!

  • @deborahpellerito6117
    @deborahpellerito6117 Месяц назад +3

    Happy Thanksgiving Donna

  • @melindaferreira9879
    @melindaferreira9879 Месяц назад

    Amen. I remember an aunt teaching me to make these dolls except we added cornsilk hair. What a beautiful lesson you always bring. Thank you. December 23 will be a full year sonce my mom's passing. 🥹🤍🕊️.

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад

      What a great idea to add cornsilk hair!! I love that! And I am holding you in my prayers as this anniversary comes around. May God's comforting presence surround you and may he wipe away the tears that fall. Blessings!

  • @karenlouise4822
    @karenlouise4822 Месяц назад +4

    Thank you Pastor Donna for this beautiful, and for me a very timely message. You are a blessing in our lives!

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад

      You are very welcome! I am so glad you are part of this community and for joining me at the farm! Many blessings to you!

  • @MissFreud-d9t
    @MissFreud-d9t Месяц назад +3

    Hi, Pastor Donna,
    Thanks again for your touching video. I loved it. I watched it on TV.
    I felt serenity as I mentally walked at your farm as you gathered the wheat and corn husks. I loved hearing the history of the faceless dolls. I smiled at the close of up pot pie and the curious onlookers lonely cow who is now socializing. So beautiful to see. And then there is Fritz. .lol attention seeking. I love his face.
    You appear more at peace, and I'm glad your deadlines are behind you.
    It is in giving that we receive from the hymn , make me a channel of your peace. It is so true that when it's the most inconvenient or when we push ourselves to do or be there for others when we feel I can't right now, we feel so truly blessed.
    I love your thoughts on not rushing christmas decorating. I slowed myself down today and kept autumn and Thanksgiving around me, too! May you be richly blessed on this Thanksgiving Day❤ Phyllis from PA

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад

      Phyllis, always so wonderful to have you join me at the farm. I apologize for the tardiness in responding to your note. Yes, I am more at peace, but another round of deadlines is nipping at my heels. Such is the life of a reporter/editor. May I now take this time to wish you many Advent Blessings!!

  • @robinrhea6125
    @robinrhea6125 Месяц назад +3

    You and your pet friends, so cute!

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад +1

      They are cute...and a handful at times! Blessings to you!

  • @wellingtonsboots4074
    @wellingtonsboots4074 Месяц назад +2

    Thank you Pastor Donna for your message.. I like those corn husk angels and the legend about the face was great too. God bless all

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад

      I am so glad you enjoyed this episode. I never knew about the faceless corn husk doll...all these years wondering why they had no face and I finally learned the legend! You really do learn something knew every day! Blessings to you!

  • @bobbiecalgaro5888
    @bobbiecalgaro5888 Месяц назад

    Donna, you always give me good things to think on. For the first time since we married and moved to NC we will not be celebrating Thanksgiving with our family. We just returned from a wonderful 2 week vacation cruise and Disney trip with our daughter, son in love and granddaughter and decided to stay home for a much needed rest from traveling. But it’s hard knowing they will all be together without us. But I am more involved with advent preparations this year and decorating the church for Christmas which I’ve always wanted to do. So there are some trade offs here. I also had some corn husk dolls at one time too! Also my mom made them to sell at a church bazaar one year. I love the crafts and things that you do. Always things that I enjoy. Happy Thanksgiving dear lady!

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад

      Bobbie, sorry for the delay in writing. It's been a flurry of activity and, as I write, the dog has been barking for hours as the old well is getting repaired. Lots of activity! I am so glad to hear you are more involved with advent preparations this year. It is such a blessed time in the church and Advent liturgies are so healing and restorative. And I love that you, too, had corn husk dolls and that your mom used to make them! Too funny!! Blessings to you!!!! (Your two-week trip also sounded wonderful!!! )

  • @mullins809
    @mullins809 Месяц назад +3

    I’m giving thanks to you and your videos and messages from God for you are doing the work of angel by reaching out to me from your videos. It was a miracle I found you on here. You have strengthened my faith and drawn me closer to God. Please Do not underestimate the power of every single one of your videos. I’m thanking God this season for him sending you to me ❤ The work you put into these videos are the work of an angel . Thank you!

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад +1

      Thank you so much! I read your note with such gratitude and joy. It means so much to me. (And my words of thanks to you really are failing at relaying the amount of thanks I have for you in my heart!). Many blessings to you!

  • @patriciacinea3097
    @patriciacinea3097 Месяц назад +1

    Truly spiritually inspirational and timely. Happy Thanksgiving, Pastor Donna!

  • @Mary-f5k7u
    @Mary-f5k7u Месяц назад

    Good morning from Ireland thank you for your message it’s so powerful and has true meaning for the seasons of thanksgiving and Christmas .☘️💚

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад +1

      Oh how I wish I was in Ireland right now, sitting next to a fire and enjoying a cup of fish chowder. (I have fond memories of the most delicious chowder I had ever tasted years ago when I was in Ireland on business, reporting for a fine jewelry magazine on the up and coming Irish designers!). I am so glad you visited with me here in Vermont! Blessings to you!

  • @shirley1413
    @shirley1413 Месяц назад +2

    Lovely message, I like the corn husk angel, dolls,,,Happy Thanksgiving !🦃

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад

      Thank you! The angels were a lot of fun to make. And I was inspired to turn the dolls into heavenly hosts when I saw the curve of the wheat that blew in the wind. It looked like little wings, thus, the corn husk angels. :) I am so glad you spent time with me here at the farm. Blessings!

  • @irenegarcia7356
    @irenegarcia7356 Месяц назад +1

    Such a Beautiful message. God is good all the time. I myself love Angels and also paint various mix media Angels.. Our earth Angels..& our Guardian Angels. Love your words of Inspiration so Heartfelt..❤ Thks for sharing

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад

      I am so glad you enjoyed this message! Yes, I am very fond of angels myself, truly believing that God's messengers are indeed walking among us, showing up in the moments we need them. And how wonderful that you paint various mix media angels. What a beautiful way to use your artistic gifts! Blessings to you!

  • @JaneFraser-yh6bh
    @JaneFraser-yh6bh Месяц назад

    God is good all the time thank you from Australia ❤

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад

      So wonderful getting greetings from Australia!! You brought a huge smile to my face! Blessings!

  • @mysticalheart8107
    @mysticalheart8107 Месяц назад

    Lovely Pastor Donna. It sounds like God truly used you to bless that grieving family. I know this may sound unusual but could you sometime give us a little tutorial on how to make the corn husk dolls/angels? God Bless you .......isabella✝

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад

      Isabella, my apologies for taking so long to reply. I am usually much better at responding, but life has been so busy lately. Here's a RUclips tutorial that helped me. I am still trying to master the craft! Blessings to you! ruclips.net/video/Km0bStY1D2U/видео.html

  • @ainestewart8775
    @ainestewart8775 Месяц назад +1

    Very moving sermon/homily Pastor Donna.
    Please keep me in your prayers.
    I was dismissed from a school with a religious ethos because l didn't
    want to leave Special Needs. There was subtle bullying even by the priest.
    Tomes were written on transparency and yet once again everything is
    swept under the carpet. I'm still fighting a lone battle to resolve the issue
    but thankfully l've got beyond most of the bitterness.
    Two nice songs:
    Song of Winter dreaming (Eimear Quinn)
    The greatest gift (Andrea Bocelli)
    Saint Michael, Saint Rafael, Saint Gabriel,
    Assist us with your angels.
    Help us and pray for us!

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад +1

      First, I am so sorry in the tardiness of responding to you, but I have been holding you in my prayers for this time of trial you are going through. It is so frustration when this happens in life. Keep the faith, knowing that God sees all, hears all and knows all...and is making a way forward for you! Blessings!

  • @dianadunaway656
    @dianadunaway656 Месяц назад +1

    Thank you for a thoughtful and truthful message. We sometimes forget about the small and simple things around us constantly. Celebrate with and in your heart, not what we “think” in our heads🌹

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад

      Amen! Yes, let us all live being led by our hearts, not our heads! Blessings to you!

  • @lyndastevens9726
    @lyndastevens9726 Месяц назад +1

    So good to see you again, Pastor Donna! Thank you so much for this wonderful message! I recently moved to a new state so I can be closer to my kids & grandson, and while I’m not living the life I thought I would be, I am incredibly blessed and thankful for this season of life!❤

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад

      And I am always thrilled when you visit with me!! :) Life does bring us twists and turns, but through it all, God is always with us, showing us a new way forward. What a blessing it is to be closer to family! Blessing to you!

  • @Anagrams458
    @Anagrams458 Месяц назад +4

    Happy Thanksgiving, Pastor Donna, from Canada 🇨🇦.

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад

      Thank you!! And sorry for the late response to your note! :) Many blessings to you now in this season of Advent and Christmas!

  • @sunflowermarcia7277
    @sunflowermarcia7277 Месяц назад +2

    Happy Thanksgiving! I know I have had angels by me, especially my guardian angel who protects me. I have found that the more I give to others, it comes back in so many blessings. I feel so blessed. Thank you for your words of inspiration. Blessings to you!!

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад

      Yes, angels are all around us, watching over us! Blessings to you!

  • @dianalindsay804
    @dianalindsay804 Месяц назад

    I watched and listen to your beautiful words at 1 am...restless and missing the way Thanksgiving used to be. Hebrews 13:2
    I shared this scripture and stories at my mother's funeral 10 years ago...I needed to hear your message. Thank you much.

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад +1

      I am glad you were able to join me for a visit during your restless early morning. I know those mornings all too well and also know how God has always sent the most comforting message my way. I am grateful that God was able to use me to bring some comfort to you!! Prayers and blessings to you!

  • @devoradamaris
    @devoradamaris Месяц назад +1

    🫂Sharing. Thank you for posting.

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад

      Thank you so much!!! Sorry for the delay in getting back to you!! It is wonderful having you join me here at the farm! Blessings!

  • @StephSchLDD
    @StephSchLDD Месяц назад +2

    Thanksgiving blessings! 😇

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад

      And belated Thanksgiving blessings to you! And now many Advent Blessings!

  • @megah5028
    @megah5028 Месяц назад +1

    Happy Thanksgiving, Pastor Donna 🍁

  • @franzone70
    @franzone70 Месяц назад

    Love your corn husk dolls! HAPPY THANKSGIVINH

  • @Catherinelombard-nixon
    @Catherinelombard-nixon Месяц назад

    YOU are an angel! Thank you for your wonderful videos, and your deep meaning messages. I am not a USA citizen, but I wish you a very happy thanksgiving. I am in Canada giving thanks for you.

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад

      Thank you!!! And sorry for the lateness in responding, but I read your email with such joy and gratitude! It is always so wonderful to have Canadian friends here at the farm!! Blessings to you!

  • @prudencelay6067
    @prudencelay6067 Месяц назад

    I have decorated for Christmas on November 1 sorry many many years. I embrace Thanksgiving with my Christmas decorations around me. Somehow it works for me as it reminds me to be more thankful in the dark days of November. With all the turmoil and sadness happening in my life, I needed it more than ever this year

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад

      I have been decorating earlier and earlier too in recent years. I think I woke up on Nov. 1 wanting to decorate for Christmas because I too felt like I needed more joy and cheer. I do plan on putting up some decorations today, Nov. 23. They are just so beautiful. We should enjoy them for as long as we can. Here's to a wonderful season of light and good cheer for all. Blessings to you!

  • @sonialimon755
    @sonialimon755 Месяц назад

    Thank you so much for sharing such a nice video today. He always has very nice videos. And yes we are thankful for what we have and what God is this always thank you for your message. Take care. God bless you always.

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад

      You are welcome! I am so glad you joined me and you enjoyed your visit to the farm! Blessings!

  • @christchurchpjs7430
    @christchurchpjs7430 Месяц назад

    May the grace and peace of Christ be with you

  • @Robin-f1z
    @Robin-f1z Месяц назад +3

    Hi Pastor Donna I don’t think my message went though I think we probably eat much the same foods for Thanksgiving we have Turkey yams potatoes trnip brussel sprout and my favorite pumpkin pie it is just me and my kids are family is very small now. Take care .

    • @oldstonewellfarm
      @oldstonewellfarm  Месяц назад

      Ah, thank you for sharing what a Canadian Thanksgiving meal is like. Yes, very similar. My holiday is very small, too. It has been just my husband and I for several years now. I often spend most of the day walking in the woods alone and then sitting down to a quiet meal with him. Blessings to you!