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November 15, 2019

An Update From Me to You

Why is your sister not blogging with you anymore?

Weren’t you going to write another book?

What kind of blog is this going to be?

Well, friends, I’m sharing the answers to these questions and more with this little update from me to you!

 

https://www.atthepicketfence.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Update-2.mp4

Thanks for watching and have a wonderful weekend!

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  1. Peg says

    November 15, 2019 at 11:22 AM

    That was lovely!! Wishing you (and your sister) all the best!! xoxo

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  2. TERESA GONZALES says

    November 15, 2019 at 11:22 AM

    Vanessa-Thank you for letting us know what was happening with you. I could feel you in your message. Sending energy your way.

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  3. Teresa Ann Harral says

    November 15, 2019 at 11:27 AM

    Vanessa, love your video and transparency. Your” Life in Season” was a beautiful book and I have no doubt that the Lord has placed a new message in your heart as you venture into the new transitions in your life. My thoughts and prayers are with you!

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  4. Cindy says

    November 15, 2019 at 12:17 PM

    I love and adore you and we have never met! You are my friend. Thank you for sharing life and your heart with me. I am always inspired by you. I am praying for direction and wisdom for you and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. Love and hugs for you!

    Reply
  5. Marlene Stephenson says

    November 15, 2019 at 12:48 PM

    I am sort of new, but i have enjoyed reading your blog. I am older and have grandchildren and am glad you are encouraged to keep the blog and go wherever your heart leads you. God bless you as we travel this road.

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    • At The Picket Fence says

      November 18, 2019 at 11:27 AM

      Thank you so much Marlene! I’m so glad that you have enjoyed the blog and being apart of the community here!

      Reply
  6. Marcie Perez says

    November 15, 2019 at 1:02 PM

    JUST LOVE YOU!!!!!!!💞💞💖💖🥰🥰💖💖💞💞

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  7. Marti says

    November 15, 2019 at 1:11 PM

    Vanessa thank you for sharing your video. I have always enjoyed your blog your home has always been elegant but not overdone. Sending prayers your way.

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  8. Cindy K says

    November 15, 2019 at 1:59 PM

    I wish you the best. Keep up the good work and thank you for the update.

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  9. Linda Kotur Mossgreove says

    November 15, 2019 at 2:45 PM

    Thank you for opening your heart again to us! What a journey. I’m 71 1/2 but I enjoy all of the comments about raising those teens and tweens—brings back memories. Believe me–you will survive and some day sit back and smile!
    Your honesty may help others who know it is time for that next chapter with all of its excitement and trepidation.
    Thank you —well wishes for you, your sister, and all those you love.

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  10. Michele M. / Finch Rest says

    November 15, 2019 at 3:45 PM

    Vanessa – all will be well.

    Wishing Heather all good things – and excited for you and your future.

    I am a little bit of this and that blogger too – not comparing of course, I hardly post – but that your followers love you and look forward to anything you’d like to share. It is always such a pleasure to be welcomed to your world.

    Big hugs. ♥

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    • At The Picket Fence says

      November 18, 2019 at 11:18 AM

      Thank you friend!! So appreciate you! <3

      Reply
  11. Armenia Pagan says

    November 15, 2019 at 5:38 PM

    Hi Vanessa,

    I have enjoyed your blog and am happy to hear that you will continue it. Thank you for taking the time to update us. Though your sister will be missed, I wish you much success with your blog and your book. I will be right along following you on your journey. Many blessings to you.

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    • At The Picket Fence says

      November 18, 2019 at 10:53 AM

      Thank you so much for your kind words Armenia! I so appreciate you being apart of the community here. 🙂

      Reply
  12. JoAnn McM says

    November 15, 2019 at 5:54 PM

    Thank you for being you! I have enjoyed your blog for several years and love the format. Keep up the great work. God has plans for you!

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    • At The Picket Fence says

      November 18, 2019 at 10:49 AM

      Thank you so much JoAnn! 🙂

      Reply
  13. Hilary says

    November 17, 2019 at 11:23 AM

    Thank you for explaining all of this, I really appreciate it. It is good to hear that all is well with you, and that you have a book in the works. I love Life in Season! I wish you all the best with your next book, and in the meantime I will continue reading your blog. You are wonderful!

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    • At The Picket Fence says

      November 18, 2019 at 10:49 AM

      Thank you so much Hilary! I so appreciate your encouragement and support! 🙂

      P.S. Thank you also for buying Life in Season! If you felt so inclined, it would mean a lot if you left a review of it on Amazon. Positive reviews are like gold to authors. LOL!

      Reply
  14. Sherry M says

    November 18, 2019 at 8:19 AM

    Thank you. I love your blog, have your book, and have always enjoyed every virtual visit of your home. God bless you as you continue to share with us.

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    • At The Picket Fence says

      November 18, 2019 at 10:46 AM

      Sherry thank you so much for your kind words, for being apart of the community here and for buying my book!! I’m so grateful!

      P.S. If you felt so inclined it would mean so much to me if you would consider leaving a review of the book on Amazon. It’s like gold to authors! 😉

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  15. MARY-ANN (FROM CANADA!) says

    November 18, 2019 at 12:48 PM

    Always nice to meet you At The Picket Fence! Thanks for sharing your heartfelt video with us! You have given us lots to pray for! We wish both you and your sister, Heather, all the best in the future. God knows your hearts and your desire to serve Him!

    I have so enjoyed your posts. I appreciate you being able to share your heart with us! Your book has been a real encouragement. We will look forward to your next book whenever you have it ready.

    We will keep you in our prayers. May God continue to bless you and your dear family. Again, thanks for sharing with us! We appreciate you! You are always so “real” and it’s so nice to see this.

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  16. Judy Kastner says

    November 20, 2019 at 5:03 PM

    Best wishes to you as you figure out this next chapter in your life. Sending you prayers and wishes for the very best!

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  17. jean says

    November 21, 2019 at 3:03 PM

    Vanessa,
    I was so glad to hear from you. I wish you a Happy Thanksgiving and most of all peace that comes from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. You are truly a young Christian lady with a family, a sister, a new book that I hope to purchase and another book in your future that just wants to jump out on paper that will be from your heart of hearts!!!! I’ll be praying for your guidance in your new endeavors, big or small. It was so kind of you to let your bloggers hear from you and I want you to know just by listening to you, you will be stronger than ever!!!!
    your friend,
    jean

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  18. Tiffany says

    November 21, 2019 at 7:05 PM

    Prayers going up for you and your sister’s continued success following God’s path. Thank you for being transparent and real. I look forward to all the things you will share with us. Many blessings to you and your family.

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    • At The Picket Fence says

      November 22, 2019 at 1:05 PM

      Thank you so much Tiffany! I appreciate your encouragement and that you are apart of our community here. Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours!

      Reply

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