Have mercy, March. You’re here and we need you. Melt the ice that freezes hope. Extinguish the hate here and far away- to our friends in Ukraine, have mercy. Spring, we see you. May we find wonder in our day-to-day–our FREEDOM, family, the smile and laughter of a baby, birds chirping, sunrises, sunsets, the sky, good coffee, opportunities, food in our refrigerator, our pets, and our memories. How do you cling to faith in times like these? You just do or don’t. I choose “do”.
Have faith🤍
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I love reading your adventures and to have them encapsulated as you live it – into a new book is the best adventure of all. Paul’s dream world is hidden in the national parks. Many of his paintings are a tribute to them. Have fun as you embark on another amazing chapter in your life. Love you, girl!
Kathy, how are you? How is Paul? Is he home yet? 🙏🏻 thank you for reading and encouraging me. I knew nature was Paul’s inspiration ~not specifically National Parks~how awesome! I love you too! ❤️
Paul is home but not out of the woods yet. Next few days will indicate if he needs to see an encologist. God is in control and I know the result is in his hands.
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I do! I do! I do, too! (With you!) Hugs to you for the beautiful prayer filled with hope!💕 PS- I just received notification your book has shipped & is headed to my doorstep!!!
We do! We do! Yay! Hugs right back my sweet friend. I do hope you enjoy the little book~thank you SO much for purchasing and supporting me! Love and hugs! ❤️💕
I should have requested an autograph! 😊
Aww, I would’ve personally mailed one to you! ❤️💛💚
Cheering us all on with your love. We are thankful Karla to have
you close and raising us all up to levels of happiness far away
from it all. Thank you dear heart! love, Eddie
What kind words, Eddie. We are all just a type away and together in spirit! When I get down, I accept it, let it out, breathe deep, talk it out, and take a step forward. I’m noticing the little things more with more clarity. Love, Karla
We created religion, He created faith. I will walk with Him.
I’m walking with you! 💛
Karla, I choose to cling to faith in the One who never changes. My heart breaks for Ukraine 🙏🏻🇺🇦
Sending love and hugs to you! 💚
Pam, I’m with you.💚 sending love and hugs back! Happy March…I can’t wait to see how the Cozy Cottage will welcome Spring. 💐
Yes – definitely have some mercy March! <3
Hi, M.B.! ❤️ thank you for stopping by! Take care!
We can only keep our faith in these difficult times. I remain calm knowing God is in control.
I am sending you a prayer for your new book. I would love to tag along. It sounds like it will be quite the adventure. 🤗❤️🙏
Thank you so much for your thoughtful response. I feel that way too! This book is based on former travels and one to come. Hopefully it will excite the kids about our National Parks! OUR Parks! ❤️🙏🏻🤗
Karla, there are many blessings, as you mentioned and may we be a blessing in our thoughts and actions to those across the globe. 🙏🏻 Wishing you a marvelous March. 🍀
Michelle, what warm and beautiful thoughts. I often use my own writing to remind myself. We are so blessed. Peace and blessings for a wonderful March! 💚
Thank you. Absolutely, writing has many benefits. 💖 Wishing you the best!
You’re welcome ☺️ likewise ❤️💛💚
Loved this news letter! There is so much to celebrate in March… let’s pray that the end to the invasion of Ukraine is over in March (with Russia withdrawing and Ukraine standing firm in freedom)!
Thank you, Val! Yes, I’m praying with you. The Ukrainian people are really teaching us! 🇺🇦💛
Then may those flowers in your heart bloom in rhythm to the return of that new growth of spring dear lady, and always hold your heart in its light ❤️ 🙏🏽 🦋
Thank you, Mark. Beautifully said. 💚⭐️🙏🏻🤗
Cheers for the marvelous March to faith, Karla. Bravo.
Thank you, Mark! Cheers back to you and yours!
In a rather dark world you are a ray of sunshine Karla. I love your faith, love, and kindness! Hugs, C
Great message friend. Amen “Have mercy, March. You’re here and we need you. Melt the ice that freezes hope. Extinguish the hate here and far away- to our friends in Ukraine, have mercy. Spring, we see you. May we find wonder…”
I love the way you addressed March: “Have mercy, March!” Amen to that. May it also be a miraculous March for the people of Ukraine!
Thank you so much, Nancy. A miracle is my prayer! Thank you for your support. ❤️ Karla
I loved that prayer!
Thank you, Ann!
Yes! AMEN! Cheers! And bravo. Mercy is what we need… in BUCKETFULS… this March. It really is nice to feel sun, see grass, and notice the lengthening days. But as we Midwesterners know all too well, it’s a TRAP! We will get pummeled again by one, maybe two, more snow storms before winter finally gives up the ghost. But as you so perfectly say, we can always choose FAITH over FEAR.
I join you in praying for Ukraine. It is utterly senseless and horrible to witness. God save them.
– Russell
On Tue, Mar 1, 2022 at 8:57 AM Flannel with Faith wrote:
> K.L. Hale posted: ” Have mercy, March. You’re here and we need you. Melt > the ice that freezes hope. Extinguish the hate here and far away- to our > friends in Ukraine, have mercy. Spring, we see you. May we find wonder in > our day-to-day–our FREEDOM, family, the smile and lau” >
Hi Russell! Thank you so much for your kind words and support! I laugh at “it’s a TRAP!” Ha ha! I’m so skeptical about the trap I still have my salt bucket and shovel handy. The fighting is getting worse and my heart breaks for the Ukrainian people. I’m praying for the Russian citizens who do not want this either. Seeing the babies and their Mommas traveling solo and Dads staying behind to fight is heartbreaking. They are really teaching us about resilience aren’t they? And coming together? May we end our “wars” in our minds, our households, and with one another here in our territories. Peace and blessings to you and Joan and family. 💛🙏🏻
Hello, Karla,
Thank you for commenting on my “A Coffee State of Mind” post. I really appreciate your site and the posts I have seen so far. Your “Flannel with Faith” tagline is especially eye-catching to us because of our “Up North Flannels” hobby/pass-time/obsession/busy-ness in retirement. It’s mostly my wife’s, but I sew the Up North labels on our flannel shirts. Anyway – your Faith & Finley series looks really cute. As a middle-grade novel author, I would love to hear about your indie-publishing journey. Best to you!
Dale Parsons
Happy Saturday, Dale. My apologies for the late reply. You’re very welcome. And thank you for stopping by here and reading! How awesome that you and your wife have a flannel business. I have to check that out as I’m always in the market for a new one (and sewing on the labels is a big deal! ☺️). I’d love to learn more of your grade level novels. I spent 8 years at the middle grade level~some of my favorite years! My email is Finleyriverpublishing@gmail.com. I’m still learning on my self-publishing journey~the do’s, the don’t’s (still finding those after the fact, lol), and many other things I’d never thought I would learn! I wish the best to you and yours as well! Karla
hi dear friend! ive been reading your posts but havent had time till now to sit down at laptop & comment. Last monday, tuesday & wednesday were perfect days here in iowa. tuesday morning when Jubal & I got up
On Tue, Mar 1, 2022 at 9:57 AM Flannel with Faith wrote:
> K.L. Hale posted: ” Have mercy, March. You’re here and we need you. Melt > the ice that freezes hope. Extinguish the hate here and far away- to our > friends in Ukraine, have mercy. Spring, we see you. May we find wonder in > our day-to-day–our FREEDOM, family, the smile and lau” >
Hi Vicki! I sent you an email just now. I hope you are doing well. Blessings my friend! 🤍
March is merciful here too: it means the end of summer, a mild one this year with no heaTwaves or bushfires; and I have gone back to church 🙂
John, your response madd my heart smile 😊! Have a blessed and safe week and I hope the weather stays friendly too! 💛
Having mercy is the greatest display of strength. Wonderful post, Karla!
Brad, thank you so much for joining me here! That means so much to me! Happy Monday my dear friend! ❤️💛🤗
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This is beautiful Karla! Mercy me and Mercy you and Mercy everyone! 💖💖🌻🌻👏
Aw, thanks Cindy! You always give encouragement and lift spirits! ♥️💛🌻🌻💚🤗
It’s a pleasure!
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