Quick Prayer for My Frame of Mind Tonight....

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Discussion Overview

This thread centers around a participant, Becky, who is seeking support and prayers as she navigates emotional challenges related to her mother's Alzheimer's diagnosis while preparing for a Pampered Chef show. Other participants express their sympathy, share personal experiences with similar situations, and offer prayers for peace and strength.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, shares the emotional difficulty of making decisions regarding her mother with Alzheimer's, which has affected her ability to prepare for a show.
  • Several participants express their support through prayers and share their own experiences with family members suffering from Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.
  • One participant mentions the importance of finding peace and strength during challenging family situations.
  • Another participant reflects on the emotional toll of caregiving and the stress it can place on families.
  • One participant shares a positive experience from the show, noting sales and bookings despite the emotional challenges faced earlier.
  • Several users highlight the importance of community support during difficult times.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the emotional challenges of dealing with family illnesses and the importance of community support, though individual experiences and perspectives vary widely.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects the personal experiences of participants dealing with family health issues, emphasizing emotional support and shared experiences within the community.

Who May Find This Useful

Members of the consultant community who are navigating similar family challenges or seeking emotional support may find this thread relatable and comforting.

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Hi everyone!

If you get a chance please pray for me briefly!

I have spent most of the day on the phone with my older brother, and my aunt. My mom has Alzheimer's, and we have been dealing with it as a family. But today, my big brother and I had to make some decisions regarding my mom that have really upset my younger brother and SIL. They, in turn, have my mom all up in arms and upset....and because of her illness, I have had a hard time trying to get her to understand why we are doing what we are doing. It has been an extremely emotional and heart-wrenching day, and I have a show tonight.

I'm having a very hard time getting in show mode, and shaking the emotions of the day - so if you could - please pray that God will give me that peace that passes all understanding, and some physical and emotional strength for the evening. I have to leave in an hour, and have nothing packed or ready.....and about the best I can say for myself is that I've had a shower.....
 
Oh, sweetie, many prayers coming your way - for tonight, for your mom, and for your whole family!
 
prayers headed your way
Alzheimers is hard we lost a dear aunt to it
 
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Teresa Lynn said:
prayers headed your way
Alzheimers is hard we lost a dear aunt to it
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I've lost my Grandma & 2 great-aunts. It's so hard, because I've been through this before.
 
I am praying for you!!! Much success tonight to make u feel better and for peace with your decision and for others to see your point. May God bless u!
 
OH, hugs and prayers for you Becky!
 
prayers for peace and an uplifting, fun show are on their way to you
 
Prayers and hugs coming your way!!
 
Becky- prayers for strength, grace and peace tonight- prayers that Jesus will take you beside the still and calm waters- for He is YOUR shepherd! Hugs to you- my heart is heavy for your pain...may God take that from you as well, and turn it into peace and joy...

I lost my grandmother to alzheimer's. Prayers are with your entire family...

Now go kick some toosh tonight and have a great time! ;)
 
I'm praying, Becky.
 
Becky - just got on and saw this - I'd give you a real hug, but a virtual one will have to do.I will be praying tonight for calm for family situations, but wonderful excitement for PC and all the stuff!Keep us posted.Remember, tomorrow will be a new day for your mom in many ways. :)
 
So sorry to hear this. Sending prayers your way.
 
I just said a prayer for you as you head to your show. I'll add another for you and your family. Like so many on here, my Grampy had Alheizmer's so I well remember the stress it puts on a family & the patient. Let us know how tonight goes.
 
Praying for you and your mom.
 
Prayers your way, Becky. I hope your show will give you a well deserved mental break.
 
Becky, I hope you are feeling somewhat better. I will keep your whole family in my prayers!
 
Hope you got to the show ok, and that God is with you as you go on thru the show, and all the way home.
Prayers of peace and patience and strength for you and your family.
 
Becky, I just saw this. It must have been burried. Hope your show has gone well and you had tons of fun to take your mind off your troubles for the time being.
 
Saying a prayer for you and your family...
 
Oh Becky, I'm so sorry! My prayers are coming your way. I hope things went well for your show!

I know exactly how you feel. My Mother has Parkinsons and is not doing well. I hope the day never comes we (me and 3 siblings) have to make a decision, but I'm afraid that is just wishful thinking.

Again, my prayers are coming your way.

Take Care,
 
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Thank you all for praying and thinking of me.

I went - it was a decent show. Only 4 in attendance, but at $259 in sales, and she is sure she can double that with outside orders. She really wants to get to $500.

I got 1 solid booking for August (YEA! because August is pretty bleak right now.) and I had 2 people ask me to call them for the Fall. (I think one is probably waiting til the Aug. show to book from her). I asked all 4 - and I talked to my host about the opportunity. While we were prepping the food she was telling me how much she loves to cook. So I just casually said "You love to cook so much - and you love PC - have you ever considered doing what I do?" She said that her full time job was enough for her. But I just suggested she watch what I do, and let her know that any bookings could be hers. I just kept telling myself it's not my job to look for interested people - it's my job to create interest. Sorta takes some of the pressure off.

It was a very short show - I just didn't have the words I would usually have. I started at 7:10, and was completely done at 8:00. Took orders, packed up my kit and was out of there before 9:00.

Now, I am off to call my Aunt(my Mom's sister) - she called as I was leaving, and I promised I'd call her when I got home.

Thanks again - I am so blessed to have such a great community of friends.:love:
 
Glad it went decent and you ASKED her. :)Take care of your family now.
 
Becky, still keeping you in prayers... I have some sweet tea here with your name on it if you need it! :)
 
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Kitchen Diva said:
Becky, still keeping you in prayers... I have some sweet tea here with your name on it if you need it! :)
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Kacey - I would sit and drink Sweet Tea with you anytime....and I don't even like Sweet Tea!:D
 
ChefBeckyD said:
Kacey - I would sit and drink Sweet Tea with you anytime....and I don't even like Sweet Tea!:D
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Stop, yer makin' me blush! :blushing:
 
ChefBeckyD said:
Kacey - I would sit and drink Sweet Tea with you anytime....and I don't even like Sweet Tea!:D
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Maybe they should call it "Diva Tea"! :)

Becky, glad to hear your show went well. Thanks for the wake up call about your job being to CREATE interest and not just look for it. Now take care of yourself and your family.
 
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PChefPEI said:
Maybe they should call it "Diva Tea"! :)

Becky, glad to hear your show went well. Thanks for the wake up call about your job being to CREATE interest and not just look for it. Now take care of yourself and your family.
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Marie-France....

That was from the Recruiting workshop I took with Jillian (Eisenberg) Grant & Robin House. Robin said that she isn't out there looking for people who are interested, it's her job to create interest. She recruited 41 people this last year, and said that 75% of them were NOT interested when she first asked. That was one of my "AHA!" moments at conference!
 
Wow Becky thanks for sharing those powerful words!!!

I was thinking of you all last night and hoping you were getting thru OK.

I am a member of the Sandwich generation too and know it won't be long till I am dealing with simmilar circumstances.
 
Oh Becky... I missed this until now. I will continue to pray for all of you as you navigate new waters and have such terrifically difficult decisions to make!
 
Hi Becky, I am late to the party, but just wanted to offer my thoughts and prayers for you and your family. Take care.
 
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