I had a very busy life for 30 some years between raising five children, husband,working,and taking care of my elderly mother, now in the twilight of my life my husband and mom are gone and the children are grown. Life is more peaceful and quiet.Sometimes lonely but I’m at a happy pace.
Thank you for sharing. Yes, our paces change many times throughout our lives. I guess the most important thing is to be in the moment...the God moment...not matter what pace we are journeying at. May God's presence continue to surround you this day, filling you with joy and happiness. Blessings to you!
I have so enjoyed this video. I was in a conversation with someone just the other day about being busy and looking for things to do and to get done, now that school is out. We had even spoke of when we're so busy, what could we be running from??!! When we hit the pause button in life and slow down, sometimes what we're running from shows up and looks at us( so to speak) right in the face. God, so wants us to deal with these things. And with His help, He gives us the strength to do so. It can turn in to a wonderful testimony to help others. You are truly wonderful in what you do Pastor Donna! Thank you for being gentle yet, raw and real!!! So thankful God has let all of us viewers find your channel !! God bless you !
Wow! That is amazing that you were just having such a conversation. I love when the Spirit affirms what is on our hearts. And I am so honored and grateful for your love and support and your presence here at Olde Stone Well Farm! It means a lot. Blessings to you!!!
Pastor Donna, thank you for this very special video. Thank you for the reminder about busyness and saying no. Ten years in Alanon has helped me tremendously with all that but a reminder is always good. I often find myself smiling for no reason and I feel a great deal of contentment, but it took me time and many God moments to get there haha. I would love to read a book detailing your story. I know it would be one of those books I would refer to again and again. I had a very special God moment this morning on the beach. And I was reminded about your video about blessing other people, even those we don't know. That has had a very big impact on me. May God continue to bless you and your ministry.
Thank you for sharing with me! I was touched to hear your remembered about blessing others. :) And your words are quieting my inner critic!! Blessings to you!
I have a happy pace at present. One day a week to help with my 6 mo old granddaughter who lives 21/2 hrs away. I also spend time keeping in touch with friends and family and getting together with them. That's really important for my peace and hopefully helps them too. I am retired.
Sometimes you have to physically separate yourself from the familiar life, in order to start to live in your second life, the life you dream about. Let go and let God, is a real thing, release your old lifestyle so you can live in peace and harmony in your 2nd life. God will lead you to it and he will provide you with everything you dreamed about and more. I did it and I'm amazed at what God has done for me. I physically moved from my old life, sold everything, I left my family behind and relocated to a sleepy little southern town, where I found my best life. I know for a fact, God brought me here, because I never knew this place existed until I got here and now I have perfect peace and joy in my life. Let go and trust God, you can do it.
How beautiful! Thank you for sharing your story. So true that sometimes you have to physically separate yourself from the familiar. While I am happy where I am, I realize now that I need to break out of my schedule...stop doing things the same way, everyday. Go for a run on a new path. Your note has me thinking! Thank you!!! And blessings to you!
Powerful words, Pastor Donna. Gracias. 😌 Finding my own “Happy Pace” not only took time, but it has also morphed throughout the years. I often share I had to go to therapy to learn how to say “no”. That first lesson was tough to learn; that step, tough to give. I’m grateful for the journey, though, and try to live following Jesus’ example of rest and replenishment. One day at a time… Thanks for an insightful, beauty-filled video. Sending hugs and prayers your way as you continue this beautiful path. Paz.
Thank you, Vilmarie, for sharing! I have often thought (recently) of finding professional help in helping me slow down. My schedule really was out of control and I realized it was a symptom of something else. It is not easy taking that first step to slowing down, being more mindful of God's Spirit all around us, and learning how to say "no" without guilt. Yes, one day at a time. I am glad we are in this together! Blessings and hugs!
It's so good to have you back! For me the word "no" has never been a part of my vocabulary. I am getting a bit better about that and have bailed out of several volunteer jobs that I was tired of but felt an obligation for. Those participants in your retreat were very fortunate indeed. I remember the one that you gave for us at the First Presbyterian Church in Ballston Spa. I still have the lovely candle that you made for each of us. I keep it in my favorite candle holder but I don't want to burn it down.
Oh my gosh, I am smiling that you still have the candle. That means a lot to me! That retreat in Ballston Spa was such a wonderful time. I still remember it, too. Here's to the both of us learning how to say "no" a little bit better. Blessings to you!!
I have also been very busy, too busy. I haven’t watched your videos for a long time and I missed you. Glad we’re both back. Keep searching, God will lead you where you need to go!
I was just thinking about you the other day and said a little prayer for you!!! Good to reconnect!!! Now for us to both find a happy and blessed pace! :)
I'm always happy to see an upload from you. I feel i was born in the wrong century.. i yearn for quieter, simpler times.. so i completely get you. Im dealing w life changes in our family. Its difficult to recalibrate but I'm baby stepping it, and trusting God . One day at a time. I tell myself, " just breathe." That blue is beautiful on you.
Baby steps are a good pace to take. :) And what a great reminder to "just breathe" as we take them. Holding you in my prayers as you navigate life changes. May you find ways to live quieter and simpler even amid the noise of our society today! Blessings to you! (and thank you for the compliment...blue is one of my favorite colors to wear!)
I needed to hear this today. You are an inspiration to me and have helped me in my spiritual life. Pray for me as I discern a possible call to the priesthood. I have a lot of doubts and uncertainty but I am trying to listen to the Holy Spirit.
I am so glad you found this episode. Discerning life's next steps can be difficult. I am holding you in my prayers! And just know that doubts and uncertainty are all part of the process. Someone once told me that if I didn't feel doubts or uncertainty or even fear that it wasn't of God. No one goes into the priesthood full of certainty. If they do, then I would be skeptical of the call. I struggled to leave my journalism career for about two years before finding the courage to heed where God was calling me. Not easy. But trust each step and keep eyes on things above and pray always. Blessings to you!
Hi Pastor nice to have you back, there is great noise in the world, I’m retired now,my happy pace is our cabin upstate NY also being in Gods presence and the ❤word.
It is interesting how our "pace" changes in our lives. I never really thought about it till now. May your pace today be blessed...and full of joy. Blessings!
Dear, lovely Donna, as I listened to your video message and your thoughts in general, I began to cry! As you spoke I realized that yes, I am in a hurry mode at times but more often, I find myself in a procrastination mode that isn't any better than a hurry mode. I put off doing what I know I want to do each day which can be as easy as cleaning the shelf in our laundry room. I've wanted to do that for weeks and as yet, it stays the same because I'm tired and out of shape too. I've become lazy to an extent and with so many things that I know I want to take care of, when they are piling up, I feel so anxious and just coast from day to day. Is my home clean and neat, yes, but I've wanted to declutter our closet, and other rooms and I STILL haven't done it. I'm in my 70's so I feel that time is running out and when am I ever going to just 'do it'. I pray to find my happy pace and ask you, dear lady, to pray for me as I will pray for you. God's blessing to you as you find your happy pace. ♥
Thank you for writing and sharing. I have discovered that procrastination is the flip side of hurry. The both seem to exist together...I find that I overload myself so much that I freeze and then procrastinate and then it just gets out of hand. The anxiousness is real. When I find myself in that spot, I whisper to myself that all is well and I then decide to do one little thing. That is all. Just one little thing. For example, when faced with a closet to declutter, I just focus on one shelf...or perhaps just organizing my shoes. Doing one little task always helps me move forward and feel less anxious. I will be holding you in my prayers. May this day you find a beautiful peaceful calmness and go at the pace that is good for you. Blessings!
😂Hi Pastor Donna it is good to have you back I sure have missed your videos.Take care of yourself. If you decide to wright book I know it would be a wonderful book. you are such a smart beautiful women.God bless you.Much love❤❤❤
Thank you!! You are very sweet! I am catching myself these days filling up my calendar again. But I am aware of that...and that is the first step! Blessings to you!!
Yes, so many people (even myself) have regrets for "lost years." I wasted a lot of my 20s and 30s in ways I wish I could undo. Sigh. But this is the day we have right now...an opportunity to live it at a happy pace. Blessings to you!
I was and probably still addicted to work. No sitting down until all is done, mentality, that I grew up with. Hard to shed that lesson. It is good in some ways, bad in others. I am just now realizing I need to slow down, health wise. In my mid 50s and my back is letting me know. LOL...My last day would be with my husband, my grown sons and two grand babies out here on the farm, looking out over the land, coffee in hand and a last prayer on my lips. Blessings to you Donna. Good reminders.
I am smiling because I am in my mid 50s and my knees are starting to bother me! I feel it when I garden. And thank you for sharing how you would spend your last day...what a beautiful image...family by your side, coffee in your hands and a prayer on your lips. Blessings to you!!
Hello Pastor, This is a wonderful video once again. Wow, that retreat looked amazing!! Loved Muir's quote. Thank you for sharing!! I live in Cleveland, Ohio, awh....would have loved to have met you!!!! I hear ya, sleeping in one's own bed, is a total comfort. Whew, you were busy. Ty for sharing the book. I'll look it up. Awh, on writing your book. You are quite qualified to write your book, and I am surely looking forward to reading it when it comes out. I know well, a health crisis had hit me hard to slow me down. I'm recovering from breast cancer, recovering, and exhausted much of the time. My last day would be comforted by my kittie and reading my Bible, with a hot cup of tea at home= my happy pace. Thank you once again for sharing your heart and wisdom.
I am so glad you enjoyed this episode!!! And, wow! You are in Cleveland!! It would have been wonderful to meet you. I am holding you in my prayers as you recover. May you find healing and renewed energy and may you enjoy many days of hot tea, kitty purrs and God's word! Blessings to you!
Rev. Donna I shall answer in more detail when the tears clear from my eyes. Your sharing is an answer to pray for me. I am encapsulated in a medical crisis brought about by my frenzied pace and I kept ignoring the whispering of the Holy Spirit to be still and listen and slow. I join you. Anxiety grips me in the slow for the same reason. God has repeatedly invited me to write a d in the writing to receive his transforming grace…, to be who he created me to be and not what the world dictates. I ask to from you to be held accountable beginning on this Sabbath Day, to rest in the rachem of God…, and in the resting, receive renewal and his peace. Be blessed, Colleen
Thank you for taking time to write to me! I am holding you in my prayers!! May you find the pace that God wants you on...that pace where there is peace and joy and an abundance of God moments! Blessings to you!!!
Hello Donna, I’m glad you are back! I couldn’t believe you went from Lake George to your home and basically back to where you were. When I used to coach hockey, I stayed in a hotel just about every weekend, it gets old real fast. The first thing I noticed when you showed your house (right after the beautiful cows) is that your roof is done. That must be a relief. I think Fritz was barking because he wanted me to see him (oh, the ego on me). I think I would love to be a little busy instead of sitting with my leg that I had surgery on. One thing I am doing that you will be happy with is I bought a new Bible, I am reading it 2-3 hours a day. I’m so glad you are back, please pet Fritz and the cows for me, take care.
Yes, the roof is done and I am happy with it. So are the old timers in the village as this house is known as the village's "oldest house." They love how it looks more authentic now! :) And that is wonderful about your new Bible. Opening God's word is a great way to spend each day! I do highly recommend it. Yes, Fritz was barking because he knew you would be looking for him. Too funny!! Blessings to you!
Thank you Pastor Donna. So glad to see you. Praying you find your Happy Pace. I have been learning to say no in the last 6 months or so. My job can be stressful. I lost both my parents after both had cancer. I am focusing more and more on praying more and wanting to be closer to God. I feel like i fail quite a lot but everyday is a new day and when i wake in the morning I start over. You are amazing and I cannot wait to read your book when you are ready to write it. God Bless you
Stress is very harmful to us...and I am so glad to hear you have been saying no. I am sorry about the loss of your parents. It really does change how we want to live with the time we have. I find myself still struggling with slowing down. I didn't realize how hard it would be...how my old habit of filling up my days was so ingrained in me. But I am committed to finding my happy pace...and finding the courage to write that book. Blessings to you!
Hello Pastor!!!! I'm sitting in my happy place; my little court yard . I was thrilled to see you. I spent 5 days in Cape Cod and Nantucket this past week. I thought of you wishing you were closer... I am always in a hurry! My happy pace is full speed so it's something to be still right now. Returned from my trip last night, cleaned suitcase, did laundry, put things away only to wake up needing to get to the hardware store for bird feed!( run on!) Did my walk, got mulch , replenished area and now sitting. It's difficult for me to sit still! Anyway...my pace....overdrive and yet happy. You are an accomplished woman and I appreciate your teachings snd thoughts.
Oh, we are so much alike. Sitting still is difficult for me as well. But your busyness sounds great...Cape Cod and Nantucket! Beautiful. I have yet to go to Nantucket. I would love to someday. It is good to be back...blessings to you!!!
Very good message, Pastor Donna. Perhaps your book has been paused as God wanted you to start this TH-cam channel first! Perhaps the busyness and over-commitments will find its way into a chapter in your book and reach out to so many souls.
My happy pace is: to walk instead of" run" to enjoy every moment , say No to a "artificial life" surrounded of emptiness and be honest and true to myself,focus in what it is the best choice to make to find a good balance and real peace and harmony in life, enjoy simply things:thanks every day ,pray,share time with my love ones,meet new ones,go to a new places and specially: Do Not Think to much!!Instead learn about other cultures, sing a lot ,love and just Let it Be❤🎉
Do you have any suggestions on how to live a conservative, godly life amongst communities that disagree with us? I want to make a home in New England but the values don't always coincide. Any advice? May God bless and have a Merry Christmas.
I love your videos and the history that goes with them. You are very unique and interesting. I am just wondering why are you always so down? You don't seem to be a happy person at all as a follower of Christ should be. I don't think I have ever seen you smile, you always seem so sad, I really hope you aren't.
Thank you for coming to the farm! I am so delighted to hear that you enjoy your time. :) I'm sorry if I seem down. I assure you I am not. As a follower of Christ, I do, however, feel the weight of this world at times. I have always been one of those people who, when in a room full of people, will spot the one left out, the one feeling broken, the one struggling. Some call it being sensitive and perhaps I am, but I thank God for that as it has shaped me as a pastor and a writer. I often empathize with others. And, yes, I do wear my heart on my sleeve. The joy of the Lord in our hearts isn't always about smiling, but knowing in times of struggle or doubt or when seeing the brokenness of the world you can still rejoice for you know true joy is finding peace amid it all - that we are never alone. I guess I take comfort in remembering, too, that one of my favorite prophets, Jeremiah, was given the title of the "weeping prophet" as he shared the hope and promise of God through many tears. This world is a beautiful and trying place. I invite you delve into the Old Stone Well Farm archives where there are plenty of smiles to be found amid the sharing of what is on my heart. Blessings to you!
@oldstonewellfarm Thank you so much for your heartfelt and thoughtful response. Much to be learned from it. And, no need to delve into the archives as I haven't missed a video from day one. And I will continue as a subscriber because you are a refreshing and much needed diversion from the usual TH-cam malarkey such as who can have the most staged and glamorous home and Christmas tree. I don't know how I ever found you but I think someone else does. He does have a knack for leading where I need to go. I am so looking forward to your Christmas videos as I am sure they will reflect the true meaning of Christmas. I would like to end on a humorous note, I have 2 friends who have a Bearneise Mountain dog and they are exactly like Fritz. You mentioned in a previous video that he had to stay home from an event because he wasn't socialized. After observing my friend's dogs who are socialized, I just don't think that particular breed is known for social graces. They are, after all, called a mountain dog for a reason, lol, and both of my friends, for all of their efforts, are as dismayed as you are! But where would we be without our animal friends, even chickens. It is so very easy to get attached to them all. I hope your spirits will be lifted and wishing you much peace and happiness for this upcoming holiday season . Sometimes I think some of us are just too sensitive for this world.
Find your happy pace. My new mantra. I really appreciate and am in need of just that. Thank you. ♥️
Loved my job
Now retired
Living at a happy pace ...in my most happy place.
That being my home.
Praise God! I can feel the peace coming through your words as I read them. :)
I had a very busy life for 30 some years between raising five children, husband,working,and taking care of my elderly mother, now in the twilight of my life my husband and mom are gone and the children are grown. Life is more peaceful and quiet.Sometimes lonely but I’m at a happy pace.
Thank you for sharing. Yes, our paces change many times throughout our lives. I guess the most important thing is to be in the moment...the God moment...not matter what pace we are journeying at. May God's presence continue to surround you this day, filling you with joy and happiness. Blessings to you!
I have so enjoyed this video. I was in a conversation with someone just the other day about being busy and looking for things to do and to get done, now that school is out. We had even spoke of when we're so busy, what could we be running from??!! When we hit the pause button in life and slow down, sometimes what we're running from shows up and looks at us( so to speak) right in the face. God, so wants us to deal with these things. And with His help, He gives us the strength to do so. It can turn in to a wonderful testimony to help others. You are truly wonderful in what you do Pastor Donna! Thank you for being gentle yet, raw and real!!! So thankful God has let all of us viewers find your channel !! God bless you !
Wow! That is amazing that you were just having such a conversation. I love when the Spirit affirms what is on our hearts. And I am so honored and grateful for your love and support and your presence here at Olde Stone Well Farm! It means a lot. Blessings to you!!!
Enjoy your encouragement Donna 😊
I am so glad to share it with you!!! Blessings!
Pastor Donna, thank you for this very special video. Thank you for the reminder about busyness and saying no. Ten years in Alanon has helped me tremendously with all that but a reminder is always good. I often find myself smiling for no reason and I feel a great deal of contentment, but it took me time and many God moments to get there haha. I would love to read a book detailing your story. I know it would be one of those books I would refer to again and again. I had a very special God moment this morning on the beach. And I was reminded about your video about blessing other people, even those we don't know. That has had a very big impact on me. May God continue to bless you and your ministry.
Thank you for sharing with me! I was touched to hear your remembered about blessing others. :) And your words are quieting my inner critic!! Blessings to you!
I have a happy pace at present. One day a week to help with my 6 mo old granddaughter who lives 21/2 hrs away. I also spend time keeping in touch with friends and family and getting together with them. That's really important for my peace and hopefully helps them too. I am retired.
Your happy pace sounds beautiful! What a gift to spend time with your granddaughter! God is good. Blessings to you!
Beautiful ❤️ Thank you Pastor Donna ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you!! So glad you enjoyed it!
Sometimes you have to physically separate yourself from the familiar life, in order to start to live in your second life, the life you dream about. Let go and let God, is a real thing, release your old lifestyle so you can live in peace and harmony in your 2nd life. God will lead you to it and he will provide you with everything you dreamed about and more. I did it and I'm amazed at what God has done for me. I physically moved from my old life, sold everything, I left my family behind and relocated to a sleepy little southern town, where I found my best life. I know for a fact, God brought me here, because I never knew this place existed until I got here and now I have perfect peace and joy in my life. Let go and trust God, you can do it.
How beautiful! Thank you for sharing your story. So true that sometimes you have to physically separate yourself from the familiar. While I am happy where I am, I realize now that I need to break out of my schedule...stop doing things the same way, everyday. Go for a run on a new path. Your note has me thinking! Thank you!!! And blessings to you!
All I can say to you is, WOW! (With a big smile on my face, and nod, ... an affirmation!
Thank you Lord, for Donna.❤
I am glad I shared what I was going through! :) So glad you enjoyed this episode! Blessings to you!
Powerful words, Pastor Donna. Gracias. 😌 Finding my own “Happy Pace” not only took time, but it has also morphed throughout the years. I often share I had to go to therapy to learn how to say “no”. That first lesson was tough to learn; that step, tough to give. I’m grateful for the journey, though, and try to live following Jesus’ example of rest and replenishment. One day at a time… Thanks for an insightful, beauty-filled video. Sending hugs and prayers your way as you continue this beautiful path. Paz.
Thank you, Vilmarie, for sharing! I have often thought (recently) of finding professional help in helping me slow down. My schedule really was out of control and I realized it was a symptom of something else. It is not easy taking that first step to slowing down, being more mindful of God's Spirit all around us, and learning how to say "no" without guilt. Yes, one day at a time. I am glad we are in this together! Blessings and hugs!
It's so good to have you back! For me the word "no" has never been a part of my vocabulary. I am getting a bit better about that and have bailed out of several volunteer jobs that I was tired of but felt an obligation for. Those participants in your retreat were very fortunate indeed. I remember the one that you gave for us at the First Presbyterian Church in Ballston Spa. I still have the lovely candle that you made for each of us. I keep it in my favorite candle holder but I don't want to burn it down.
Oh my gosh, I am smiling that you still have the candle. That means a lot to me! That retreat in Ballston Spa was such a wonderful time. I still remember it, too. Here's to the both of us learning how to say "no" a little bit better. Blessings to you!!
I have also been very busy, too busy. I haven’t watched your videos for a long time and I missed you. Glad we’re both back. Keep searching, God will lead you where you need to go!
I was just thinking about you the other day and said a little prayer for you!!! Good to reconnect!!! Now for us to both find a happy and blessed pace! :)
I'm always happy to see an upload from you. I feel i was born in the wrong century.. i yearn for quieter, simpler times.. so i completely get you. Im dealing w life changes in our family. Its difficult to recalibrate but I'm baby stepping it, and trusting God . One day at a time. I tell myself, " just breathe." That blue is beautiful on you.
Baby steps are a good pace to take. :) And what a great reminder to "just breathe" as we take them. Holding you in my prayers as you navigate life changes. May you find ways to live quieter and simpler even amid the noise of our society today! Blessings to you! (and thank you for the compliment...blue is one of my favorite colors to wear!)
I needed to hear this today. You are an inspiration to me and have helped me in my spiritual life. Pray for me as I discern a possible call to the priesthood. I have a lot of doubts and uncertainty but I am trying to listen to the Holy Spirit.
I am so glad you found this episode. Discerning life's next steps can be difficult. I am holding you in my prayers! And just know that doubts and uncertainty are all part of the process. Someone once told me that if I didn't feel doubts or uncertainty or even fear that it wasn't of God. No one goes into the priesthood full of certainty. If they do, then I would be skeptical of the call. I struggled to leave my journalism career for about two years before finding the courage to heed where God was calling me. Not easy. But trust each step and keep eyes on things above and pray always. Blessings to you!
Hello Donna,
I Get it!Was Totally running Ragged.Not no more I have my peace back!!! ❤✝️🙏😊
Amen! So glad to hear you have your peace back. It is so easy to fall into crazy schedules and running till we are ragged. Blessings to you!
Welcome back Pastor Donna! So happy to see your video today. There's no place like home.
Take care, and God Bless you and your family. ✝️
There is no place like home! And it is good to be back with you! Blessings!
Hi Pastor nice to have you back, there is great noise in the world, I’m retired now,my happy pace is our cabin upstate NY also being in Gods presence and the ❤word.
Your happy pace sounds lovely!! May you continue to be blessed with God's peace and presence!
I have missed your videos! Glad you are back! Thank you for this very important lesson! Very eye opening!
Thank you!! It means a lot to me. And I am glad that I shared this lesson. It seems I am not alone! Blessings to you.
His is so true! I am 84, retired and living alone! I have found my pace and I have let go so much!
It is interesting how our "pace" changes in our lives. I never really thought about it till now. May your pace today be blessed...and full of joy. Blessings!
Dear, lovely Donna, as I listened to your video message and your thoughts in general, I began to cry! As you spoke I realized that yes, I am in a hurry mode at times but more often, I find myself in a procrastination mode that isn't any better than a hurry mode. I put off doing what I know I want to do each day which can be as easy as cleaning the shelf in our laundry room. I've wanted to do that for weeks and as yet, it stays the same because I'm tired and out of shape too. I've become lazy to an extent and with so many things that I know I want to take care of, when they are piling up, I feel so anxious and just coast from day to day. Is my home clean and neat, yes, but I've wanted to declutter our closet, and other rooms and I STILL haven't done it. I'm in my 70's so I feel that time is running out and when am I ever going to just 'do it'. I pray to find my happy pace and ask you, dear lady, to pray for me as I will pray for you. God's blessing to you as you find your happy pace. ♥
Thank you for writing and sharing. I have discovered that procrastination is the flip side of hurry. The both seem to exist together...I find that I overload myself so much that I freeze and then procrastinate and then it just gets out of hand. The anxiousness is real. When I find myself in that spot, I whisper to myself that all is well and I then decide to do one little thing. That is all. Just one little thing. For example, when faced with a closet to declutter, I just focus on one shelf...or perhaps just organizing my shoes. Doing one little task always helps me move forward and feel less anxious. I will be holding you in my prayers. May this day you find a beautiful peaceful calmness and go at the pace that is good for you. Blessings!
Come aside and rest in the Lord. X
Amen! Blessings to you!
😂Hi Pastor Donna it is good to have you back I sure have missed your videos.Take care of yourself. If you decide to wright book I know it would be a wonderful book. you are such a smart beautiful women.God bless you.Much love❤❤❤
Thank you!! You are very sweet! I am catching myself these days filling up my calendar again. But I am aware of that...and that is the first step! Blessings to you!!
I lived like that unfortunately for decades to earn a living without any help whatsoever. It's utterly exhausting and I regret those lost years.
Yes, so many people (even myself) have regrets for "lost years." I wasted a lot of my 20s and 30s in ways I wish I could undo. Sigh. But this is the day we have right now...an opportunity to live it at a happy pace. Blessings to you!
I"m glad that you realized what was happening in your life. So that you can change it!/
Me too! :) Thank you for joining me here at the farm! Blessings to you!
Wow…great episode. Find your happy pace is going to stick with me!
Thank you!! I am so glad you enjoyed it. That sign I found on the trail really did stick with me, and I was eager to share it with you! Blessings!
Beautiful message and one I needed to hear! Thank-you and take good care :)
I am so glad you enjoyed! I think it is a message that I need to remind myself of daily as I keep wanting to full up my days! Blessings to you!
I was and probably still addicted to work. No sitting down until all is done, mentality, that I grew up with. Hard to shed that lesson. It is good in some ways, bad in others. I am just now realizing I need to slow down, health wise. In my mid 50s and my back is letting me know. LOL...My last day would be with my husband, my grown sons and two grand babies out here on the farm, looking out over the land, coffee in hand and a last prayer on my lips. Blessings to you Donna. Good reminders.
I am smiling because I am in my mid 50s and my knees are starting to bother me! I feel it when I garden. And thank you for sharing how you would spend your last day...what a beautiful image...family by your side, coffee in your hands and a prayer on your lips. Blessings to you!!
Hello Pastor, This is a wonderful video once again. Wow, that retreat looked amazing!! Loved Muir's quote. Thank you for sharing!! I live in Cleveland, Ohio, awh....would have loved to have met you!!!! I hear ya, sleeping in one's own bed, is a total comfort. Whew, you were busy. Ty for sharing the book. I'll look it up. Awh, on writing your book. You are quite qualified to write your book, and I am surely looking forward to reading it when it comes out. I know well, a health crisis had hit me hard to slow me down. I'm recovering from breast cancer, recovering, and exhausted much of the time. My last day would be comforted by my kittie and reading my Bible, with a hot cup of tea at home= my happy pace. Thank you once again for sharing your heart and wisdom.
I am so glad you enjoyed this episode!!! And, wow! You are in Cleveland!! It would have been wonderful to meet you. I am holding you in my prayers as you recover. May you find healing and renewed energy and may you enjoy many days of hot tea, kitty purrs and God's word! Blessings to you!
Rev. Donna
I shall answer in more detail when the tears clear from my eyes. Your sharing is an answer to pray for me. I am encapsulated in a medical crisis brought about by my frenzied pace and I kept ignoring the whispering of the Holy Spirit to be still and listen and slow.
I join you. Anxiety grips me in the slow for the same reason. God has repeatedly invited me to write a d in the writing to receive his transforming grace…, to be who he created me to be and not what the world dictates.
I ask to from you to be held accountable beginning on this Sabbath Day, to rest in the rachem of God…, and in the resting, receive renewal and his peace.
Be blessed,
Colleen
Thank you for taking time to write to me! I am holding you in my prayers!! May you find the pace that God wants you on...that pace where there is peace and joy and an abundance of God moments! Blessings to you!!!
Hello Donna, I’m glad you are back! I couldn’t believe you went from Lake George to your home and basically back to where you were. When I used to coach hockey, I stayed in a hotel just about every weekend, it gets old real fast. The first thing I noticed when you showed your house (right after the beautiful cows) is that your roof is done. That must be a relief. I think Fritz was barking because he wanted me to see him (oh, the ego on me). I think I would love to be a little busy instead of sitting with my leg that I had surgery on. One thing I am doing that you will be happy with is I bought a new Bible, I am reading it 2-3 hours a day. I’m so glad you are back, please pet Fritz and the cows for me, take care.
Yes, the roof is done and I am happy with it. So are the old timers in the village as this house is known as the village's "oldest house." They love how it looks more authentic now! :) And that is wonderful about your new Bible. Opening God's word is a great way to spend each day! I do highly recommend it. Yes, Fritz was barking because he knew you would be looking for him. Too funny!! Blessings to you!
Good to see you Donna.
When that inner critic starts talking, tell it to mind it's own business!
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I am smiling!! Thank you for that pep talk and the reminder to tell my inner critic to be quiet! Blessings to you!
Thank you, I needed this today, it is time to find my happy pace and happy place. ❤
I am so glad this resonated with you! Blessings to you as you embark on finding that happy pace!
Thank you Pastor Donna. So glad to see you. Praying you find your Happy Pace. I have been learning to say no in the last 6 months or so. My job can be stressful. I lost both my parents after both had cancer.
I am focusing more and more on praying more and wanting to be closer to God.
I feel like i fail quite a lot but everyday is a new day and when i wake in the morning I start over.
You are amazing and I cannot wait to read your book when you are ready to write it. God Bless you
Stress is very harmful to us...and I am so glad to hear you have been saying no. I am sorry about the loss of your parents. It really does change how we want to live with the time we have. I find myself still struggling with slowing down. I didn't realize how hard it would be...how my old habit of filling up my days was so ingrained in me. But I am committed to finding my happy pace...and finding the courage to write that book. Blessings to you!
Hello Pastor!!!!
I'm sitting in my happy place; my little court yard .
I was thrilled to see you.
I spent 5 days in Cape Cod and Nantucket this past week. I thought of you wishing you were closer...
I am always in a hurry!
My happy pace is full speed so it's something to be still right now.
Returned from my trip last night, cleaned suitcase, did laundry, put things away only to wake up needing to get to the hardware store for bird feed!( run on!)
Did my walk, got mulch , replenished area and now sitting. It's difficult for me to sit still!
Anyway...my pace....overdrive and yet happy.
You are an accomplished woman and I appreciate your teachings snd thoughts.
Oh, we are so much alike. Sitting still is difficult for me as well. But your busyness sounds great...Cape Cod and Nantucket! Beautiful. I have yet to go to Nantucket. I would love to someday. It is good to be back...blessings to you!!!
Very good message, Pastor Donna. Perhaps your book has been paused as God wanted you to start this TH-cam channel first! Perhaps the busyness and over-commitments will find its way into a chapter in your book and reach out to so many souls.
Wow. I never thought of that. Good perspective. Thank you for that!! :) Blessings to you!
My happy pace is: to walk instead of" run" to enjoy every moment , say No to a "artificial life" surrounded of emptiness and be honest and true to myself,focus in what it is the best choice to make to find a good balance and real peace and harmony in life, enjoy simply things:thanks every day ,pray,share time with my love ones,meet new ones,go to a new places and specially: Do Not Think to much!!Instead learn about other cultures, sing a lot ,love and just Let it Be❤🎉
Thank you for sharing! I especially loved what you said about not thinking too much and learning from other cultures. So true! Blessings to you!!
@@oldstonewellfarmDid you find your happy pace?🎉
If you write your book it will be a Best Seller - this is the truth! Save this comment so you can come back to this when it happens 😀
You are too sweet!! Thank you! I will save this comment. And thank you for helping to quiet my inner critic! Blessings to you!
Do you have any suggestions on how to live a conservative, godly life amongst communities that disagree with us? I want to make a home in New England but the values don't always coincide. Any advice? May God bless and have a Merry Christmas.
I love your videos and the history that goes with them. You are very unique and interesting. I am just wondering why are you always so down? You don't seem to be a happy person at all as a follower of Christ should be. I don't think I have ever seen you smile, you always seem so sad, I really hope you aren't.
Thank you for coming to the farm! I am so delighted to hear that you enjoy your time. :) I'm sorry if I seem down. I assure you I am not. As a follower of Christ, I do, however, feel the weight of this world at times. I have always been one of those people who, when in a room full of people, will spot the one left out, the one feeling broken, the one struggling. Some call it being sensitive and perhaps I am, but I thank God for that as it has shaped me as a pastor and a writer. I often empathize with others. And, yes, I do wear my heart on my sleeve. The joy of the Lord in our hearts isn't always about smiling, but knowing in times of struggle or doubt or when seeing the brokenness of the world you can still rejoice for you know true joy is finding peace amid it all - that we are never alone. I guess I take comfort in remembering, too, that one of my favorite prophets, Jeremiah, was given the title of the "weeping prophet" as he shared the hope and promise of God through many tears. This world is a beautiful and trying place. I invite you delve into the Old Stone Well Farm archives where there are plenty of smiles to be found amid the sharing of what is on my heart. Blessings to you!
@oldstonewellfarm Thank you so much for your heartfelt and thoughtful response. Much to be learned from it. And, no need to delve into the archives as I haven't missed a video from day one. And I will continue as a subscriber because you are a refreshing and much needed diversion from the usual TH-cam malarkey such as who can have the most staged and glamorous home and Christmas tree. I don't know how I ever found you but I think someone else does. He does have a knack for leading where I need to go. I am so looking forward to your Christmas videos as I am sure they will reflect the true meaning of Christmas. I would like to end on a humorous note, I have 2 friends who have a Bearneise Mountain dog and they are exactly like Fritz. You mentioned in a previous video that he had to stay home from an event because he wasn't socialized. After observing my friend's dogs who are socialized, I just don't think that particular breed is known for social graces. They are, after all, called a mountain dog for a reason, lol, and both of my friends, for all of their efforts, are as dismayed as you are! But where would we be without our animal friends, even chickens. It is so very easy to get attached to them all. I hope your spirits will be lifted and wishing you much peace and happiness for this upcoming holiday season . Sometimes I think some of us are just too sensitive for this world.
You're so beautiful
Ah...thank you!!