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In reply to the discussion: THIS EASTER OF DOGWOOD JOY [View all]Samantha
(9,314 posts)31. Very insightful, potent analogy, Cher
Last edited Mon Apr 21, 2014, 12:16 AM - Edit history (2)
It really makes one think. You chose to look at this as my father sending me a message, and I thought my planting the tree and seeing it bloom was my sending him a message. Either way, it works.
Thank you so much for posting on my thread, and peace be with you today.
By the way, my father "bloomed" in his new career here in the East and rose to be a well-paid, respected government employee. He was rewarded for making the hard moves.
Sam
Postscript: Please see post 34 below.
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When I first planted the tree, my neighbor told me the soil in this area was not conducive
Samantha
Apr 2014
#11
Happy Easter, Sam. My condolences on the loss of your Dad. May he rest in peace. Here is a story
Tuesday Afternoon
Apr 2014
#3
I am glad it you brought some comfort. I hope it does the same for all who do read it.
Tuesday Afternoon
Apr 2014
#21
OMG, tears here. It's an Easter miracle if you believe in such things. Lovely story..n/t
monmouth3
Apr 2014
#29
That is very interesting that your SIL has planted those seeds in different places
Samantha
Apr 2014
#68