Thank You, Ricochet

 

I’ve been honored and humbled to be a part of Ricochet for the past year. I came here in January 2013  in search of people with conservative views who were concerned about the direction America was heading. I needed encouragement in the midst of chaos. I found that, but I also discovered something so much more. I found a community of people who shared my hopes and my dreams. I found friends—friends from all over the country, from all walks of life, with rich and fascinating backgrounds, with different political and social views, who care not about agendas, but about people. They understand that a nation isn’t built simply on laws and ideologies, but on mutual respect and love. That sense of common humanity and grace is expressed every day on Ricochet, and I have been touched by it more than you could ever know.

Unfortunately, I’m going to have to step away from Ricochet for a time because of health issues. I will post once in a while as I am able, but I won’t be engaging in the everyday smart, challenging, and fun conversations that I have been.

When I consider the future of our country, I sometimes despair. I know it will take people of strong will, noble heart, and solid principles to save it. It will take fighters. Ricochet has those fighters, and I know you won’t give up as you fight the good fight to live freely in grace and truth.

Thank you for everything you have done for me—all your support, all your encouragement, all your love. I am proud to be a part of this community, and I always will be.

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    @AustinMurrey

    I join others in hoping for your speedy recovery.  You’ve been a great part of Ricochet and I only hope you’ll be able to chime in from time to time when you can.

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    @SeverelyLtd

    Wow, this is a blow. I’m sorry to hear it and hope your health bounces back. All the best. You will keep your hand in to some extent, I hope.

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    @Pilli

    D.C.,

    Your posts are always thought provoking and insightful.  They often bring a “Wow, I hadn’t thought of that but she’s right.”  I  will feel your absence and await your return.  God bless you and always get a second opinion from Doc Jay.  He’s always ready with an opinion.

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    @MerinaSmith

    My goodness, what a terrible loss!  All my prayers for a speedy recovery and all my hopes to regain you here with us. 

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    @RichardFulmer

    Get well.  You’ll be missed!

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    Thank *you*, Denise, for everything you are and all that you do!  Prayers!  Godspeed…and be in touch when you can…We are here for you.

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    @DCMcAllister

    I can’t thank everyone, individually, but I did want to thank you all for your kind words and encouragement. It means so much to me.

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    Thank YOU, DC-you’ll be missed. God Bless you!

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    @BrianWatt

    Take care, D.C. We’ll all be thinking of you. Hope to hear from you as soon as you can. All the best.

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    @Snirtler

    Prayers that you get better. And soon. So you can be fully back in the fray here.

    Edit: Misplaced my manners there a bit. I should have also said thank you for all your thoughtful contributions. Haven’t always agreed, but your posts have certainly made this place more interesting.

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    @DocJay

    Denise, I understand why because of what we talked about medically last weekend.  I hope,pray,  and expect you to get better.   

     You are just an amazing lady and this place loves you.   Return when you are up to it.   

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    @Siena

    This stinks. But I do hope you feel better. I know it’s hard for me to be creative when I’m sick, and I’m sure it is for you. Your posts have challenged me–at a real heart level–more than any here. I’ll miss you. Please hurry back.

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    @Liz

    Get well soon, D.C.!  I was reading and enjoying your posts long before I was a member.  Just wanted to add my voice to the chorus of support.  I’ll be thinking of you, and hoping to have you back very soon, indeed.

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    @Siena
    DocJay: Denise, I understand why because of what we talked about medically last weekend.  I hope,pray,  and expect you to get better.   

     You are just an amazing lady and this place loves you.   Return when you are up to it.    · 14 minutes ago

    Take care of her for us, okay?

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    @DougKimball

    I hope that last post didn’t exhaust you – it did me!  But it was good, refreshing and worthwhile.  You are a warrior, about that there is no doubt.  We will win this struggle for America’s soul.  I know how hard it is to persevere, but the good news is the untenable eventually collapses under it’s own weight.  Remember the Cold War?  We won not just because we were right, but because the Left can only defy gravity for so long.  Of course sooner is better and the damage the Left has inflicted on our nation is horrible and only gets worse with time.  Obamacare is an accelerant.  It will hasten a bonfire of things progressive and a return to the principles of our founding.

    Your job is to remain hopeful and cheerful.  And to get better and get back.  If I know you, you may give up your duties at Ricochet, but I think you’ll check it from time to time.   We’re your other family.  You will miss us.  And we, you.  

    Get better.

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    @DCMcAllister

    Thank you Doug. Of course, I’m crying now. Even if I can’t fight, I know you and so many others will, and that brings me so much comfort.

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    @KnotwisethePoet

    Just wanted to add to the chorus- your columns have been a highlight for me.  God bless and get well soon.

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    Siena

    DocJay: Denise, I understand why because of what we talked about medically last weekend.  I hope,pray,  and expect you to get better.   

     You are just an amazing lady and this place loves you.   Return when you are up to it.    · 14 minutes ago

    Take care of her for us, okay? · 25 minutes ago

    She’s covered and that’s as much as I’ll say about it.  

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    @DCMcAllister
    DocJay

    Siena

    DocJay: Denise, I understand why because of what we talked about medically last weekend.  I hope,pray,  and expect you to get better.   

     You are just an amazing lady and this place loves you.   Return when you are up to it.    · 14 minutes ago

    Take care of her for us, okay? · 25 minutes ago

    She’s covered and that’s as much as I’ll say about it.   · 3 minutes ago

    Thank you, Jay. You’re the best.

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    @CrowsNest

    Get well soon, DC. Best to you and your family.

    Hope to see you back around these parts when you’re on the mend.

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    @CUDouglas

    Well, God bless you and those around you, then. All my best.

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    @Lance

    Get better and come back.  

    As I have said, to you in person and in post, you give more voice to the membership perspective than any number of contributors combined.  It shall be quieter here without you.

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    D.C. McAllister

    DocJay

    Siena

    DocJay: Denise, I understand why because of what we talked about medically last weekend.  I hope,pray,  and expect you to get better.   

     You are just an amazing lady and this place loves you.   Return when you are up to it.    · 14 minutes ago

    Take care of her for us, okay? · 25 minutes ago

    She’s covered and that’s as much as I’ll say about it.  

    Thank you, Jay. You’re the best.

    If there is any comfort to be had here, it is because:

     1) Denise lives in a state with some of the highest quality medical care in the USA.

     2) DocJay’s got her back.

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    @RyanM

    well… you’ll be missed, but it’ll be a fun homecoming when you do get back.  Keep us updated.

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    @VanceRichards

    This time three years ago my wife was still sore from her mastectomy and just starting to lose her hair from from chemo. So I know how illness can throw your whole world upside-down. Our prayers are with you for healing and strength.

    And besides, we have Obamacare now . . .

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    @FricosisGuy

    We’ll get the St. John’s prayer warriors on the case!

    We’ll miss you, but soon you’ll be screaming like Michael Corleone:

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    @DeanMurphy

    Hugs DC, we will miss you and hope for speedy recovery and return.

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    @BenjaminGlaser

    Prayers for your health D.C. 

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    @Blondie
    The King Prawn: No, thank you for enriching each of our lives with your contributions to this community. You will have our prayers while you’re gone and shouts of praise when you return. · 3 hours ago

    I couldn’t have said it any better!!!  Please take care of yourself and get better soon.  

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    @dash

    Denise, you take all the time you need to get better, but not a second more because it will be dreary while you’re away. I’m praying for your speedy recovery and that you’ll come back spry and chipper, as always.

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