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I have been seeking out inspirational quotes and sayings to help with my struggling emotions following my heart cath.
"The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is that little extra." - Jimmy Johnson
I thought of you when I read this as you have been extraordinary not just with me, but with your daily engagements of all of us with questions, jokes or statements designed to make us remember, reflect, laugh and most importantly, stay engaged ourselves.
I used to wonder why you did that every day, I came to my answer gradually. You are the family treasurer, not $$ but real treasures that you keep alive in each of us.
So thank you for your gifts that are often disguised miracles for your "Family".
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underpants
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debm55
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hlthe2b
(107,628 posts)debm55, we appreciate you!
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Nanuke
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SWBTATTReg
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getagrip_already
(17,624 posts)Happy holidays deb.
Dont let the detractors get you down.
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MiHale
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debm55
(41,535 posts)have done this with people sending me nasty D-mails , I will continue because , well I like to do. I like to see people share, laugh and care for one another , which is far from my childhood. Thank you for your kind words.My heart is touched .
JMCKUSICK
(818 posts)no more than you've brought to mine.
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Elessar Zappa
(16,292 posts)Wtf, youre one of the most agreeable people here!
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JMCKUSICK
(818 posts)Some of us have the blessing of discovering "Our Family" because we were obviously born into the wrong one.
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Think. Again.
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LoisB
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ProfessorGAC
(71,385 posts)Really enjoy her choice posts.
Fun stuff, and she never seems to run out!
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LuckyCharms
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debm55
(41,535 posts)and a mother of an adopted special needs child of 34years. I have learned a few lessons on my journey through life. I so appreciate everyones kinds words, on my posts and well the few unkind words are few and far between. I can't give my self total credit . I also want to that the posters here that make it a fun place too. You are blessed JMCKUSICK and you are loved.
DeeDeeNY
(3,633 posts)I too have a special needs child, but I didn't have a choice because he was my biological child. I dont know that I would have been brave enough to adopt someone like him. That takes courage and a special big heart.
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JMCKUSICK
(818 posts)Of my childhood. Lived in fear and a constant hypersensitive state to stay ahead of the abuse.
I love that you teach, as I'm certain you helped those you recognized from afar both professionally and with the personal touch of affirmation, support and encouragement.
I'm still dealing with even identifying that which seemed so normal at the time.
Posting is incredibly therapeutic when I let my heart lead.
debm55
(41,535 posts)honor for me to teach all the children that came through my door.
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Alpeduez21
(1,891 posts)Inspirational, kind, smart, funny and loving. Many a day has been improved by the exemplary character traits and threads she has shared.
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KitFox
(168 posts)I read DU for years before just recently officially joining and she was the first to welcome me aboard. She has stirred wonderful memories and generated many smiles which are so greatly appreciated! You feel like you have an instant friend in Deb. Thank you for posting this much deserved appreciation thread and Deb, thank you for spreading joy!! 😊🩷
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wendyb-NC
(3,971 posts)Great posts and surveys for DUer's!
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sdfernando
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Emile
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always I check her posts.
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Dem2theMax
(10,551 posts)I've been here for 20 years, but I don't post much. Rarely do I join in in the lounge, because it feels very much like family there. I feel like a fourth cousin who is unknown to most.
But debm55's posts are so welcoming, that I never feel out of place. And she always replies to me. Always. It means a lot.
For debm55
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OldBaldy1701E
(7,042 posts)In so many ways!
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Solly Mack
(93,705 posts)Yes!
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Bluethroughu
(6,675 posts)Thank you for the daily distraction, "so shines a good deed in a weary world".
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Polly Hennessey
(7,629 posts)Deb Oasis of Smiles 😊 Thank you, Deb.
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berniesandersmittens
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MIButterfly
(53 posts)Thank you debm55! You are a treasure. Keep on keeping on, just the way you are.
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Onthefly
(608 posts)You are a great egg. I love your yolks. They are cracking.
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Clouds Passing
(3,480 posts)You always respond to everyone on your unique and fun posts. That is a treasure in itself.
What is your favorite treasure debm55?
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Clouds Passing
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Different Drummer
(8,954 posts)The Lounge would not be the same without Deb, and we are very lucky to have her!
❤️
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Mr.Bill
(24,906 posts)I started the first appreciation thread for you months ago. You are still my favorite here.
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boonecreek
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Borogove
(122 posts)I really appreciate her for that.
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electric_blue68
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Deb is a shining star on DU.
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Figarosmom
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Niagara
(10,077 posts)We love you, Debbie!
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NNadir
(35,057 posts)...and I'm not talking chronologically here, but rather about discovering the joy of being, of humanity, as only young people can do.
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Fla Dem
(26,206 posts)All the best debm55. I hope the New Year brings YOU happiness and joy
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Ocelot II
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OLDMDDEM
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some_of_us_are_sane
(535 posts)Seeing Debm55's posts is like getting a warm HUG! Thank you for being you!
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Lulu KC
(6,339 posts)Thanks for being here, Deb. You are a rock.
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Trueblue Texan
(3,136 posts)Deb55's post have picked me up more than once. I do appreciate you, ma'am.
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Meadowoak
(6,354 posts)When we need it most.
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beaglelover
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beemerphill
(532 posts)debm55 makes this board better. Thanks Deb.
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Dulcinea
(7,779 posts)I enjoy Deb's posts. A real breath of fresh air in a turbulent world.
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