tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14878984.post2920707644493706149..comments2023-09-21T04:12:45.614-05:00Comments on Praying on the Prairie: Dreaming of My Own "Happily Ever After"Tara Ulrichhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02619365758739247929noreply@blogger.comBlogger43125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14878984.post-60303865983284236262015-08-31T20:10:09.307-05:002015-08-31T20:10:09.307-05:00Julie, thank you. The prayers are greatly apprecia...Julie, thank you. The prayers are greatly appreciated. I would love to have you hold my hand or give me a hug. And yes indeed, we do NEED to meet! Love you too!!Tara Ulrichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619365758739247929noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14878984.post-35946774050081711622015-08-31T17:48:52.625-05:002015-08-31T17:48:52.625-05:00My dear friend. I so wish I could reach across the...My dear friend. I so wish I could reach across the table and hold your hand or give you a hug. You are a beautiful child of God, and so many love you... as evidenced in how many have encouraged you here. Thank you for sharing your heart and your tears with us. I don't have the answers, but God does. He loves you. He knows the desires of your heart, as you mentioned. Draw near to Him during this time of waiting. I'll be praying right along beside you. We need to meet! Love you, beautiful friend.Julie Lefeburehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02546028288472800652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14878984.post-89841810845598171142015-08-31T15:56:56.072-05:002015-08-31T15:56:56.072-05:00Jen, I wish I could reach out and hug you too frie...Jen, I wish I could reach out and hug you too friend! I know you understand COMPLETELY where I am coming from with this post. I will continue to cling to the truth that God hasn't forgotten about us. I love what Susan said above too. I am going to remember that. And thank you for reminding me that I am one amazing woman and that I have strength to handle whatever comes my way. I don't always feel like that. And friend, you are not alone either and God loves you like CRAZY too!!!Tara Ulrichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619365758739247929noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14878984.post-62907289099300427062015-08-31T15:55:06.208-05:002015-08-31T15:55:06.208-05:00Joy, you are the second reader to tell me that my ...Joy, you are the second reader to tell me that my post left them in tears. That was not my intent at all. Thank you for offering to hold my hand and to pray. That means a lot to me. I promise that I am not losing hope, but some days it does fade just a little. Blessings to you too!Tara Ulrichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619365758739247929noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14878984.post-22935047686576121722015-08-31T15:54:06.290-05:002015-08-31T15:54:06.290-05:00Thanks Jo! Thanks Jo! Tara Ulrichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619365758739247929noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14878984.post-69829012312991931262015-08-31T15:53:52.991-05:002015-08-31T15:53:52.991-05:00Jennifer, no worries but it definitely triggered t...Jennifer, no worries but it definitely triggered that emotional edge of my heart. So cool that your mom is from ND and met your dad through a blind date. So much THIS friend: "Never underestimate the power of God weaving stories together." I actually tried E-Harmony for awhile but they are all so complicated and/or so expensive. Hugs back to you friend!Tara Ulrichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619365758739247929noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14878984.post-50791622153045787362015-08-31T15:52:01.283-05:002015-08-31T15:52:01.283-05:00Tasha, you are welcome. Not an easy post to write ...Tasha, you are welcome. Not an easy post to write at all but that is where I felt God leading me to go. Thanks for the reminder that I am not a lone. Does your friend blog? If so, I would love to read her blog. It is always great to meet someone who understands exactly where I am coming from. And thank you for reminding me that I am one of God's beautiful diamonds. You are too!Tara Ulrichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619365758739247929noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14878984.post-7051674168410538632015-08-31T15:50:15.590-05:002015-08-31T15:50:15.590-05:00Helen, sorry you feel this way too. I am especiall...Helen, sorry you feel this way too. I am especially sad that you are going through a hideous divorce. I will pray for peacefulness in the midst of your divorce. I am so very thankful for the wonderful amazing community of FMF. You look out for me and I will look out for you!Tara Ulrichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619365758739247929noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14878984.post-47197186477595956862015-08-31T15:48:58.081-05:002015-08-31T15:48:58.081-05:00Adoption and foster care is something that I am po...Adoption and foster care is something that I am pondering and praying about myself. Thank you for the the reminder to live out the rich and joyful life God has in store for me. And thank you for sharing your daughter's story. It gives me hope!Tara Ulrichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619365758739247929noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14878984.post-7496823493446853942015-08-31T15:47:53.458-05:002015-08-31T15:47:53.458-05:00Tammy, my words weren't suppose to bring tears...Tammy, my words weren't suppose to bring tears to your eyes. I am glad that my post moved you. I don't think that I will have a mansion in heaven because I am, by no means, perfect or a saint. In fact, I am just as much a sinner as I am a saint. But if I happen to get a mansion, yes you can for sure come visit me there. It would be too lonely without all my friends and family. My sister just turned 34 last week. You are so welcome for the friendship and beauty. Thank you for reminding me that I am beautiful. I know you cannot make me feel less lonely, but it means the world that you want to even try. :)Tara Ulrichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619365758739247929noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14878984.post-56550756343403312672015-08-31T15:45:30.527-05:002015-08-31T15:45:30.527-05:00Carly, you are welcome. Not an easy post to write ...Carly, you are welcome. Not an easy post to write but I am glad that I did. I am glad to know that I am not alone. I hope my words blessed you. You are not alone. We are in this together friend!Tara Ulrichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619365758739247929noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14878984.post-84275502017265143512015-08-31T15:44:38.798-05:002015-08-31T15:44:38.798-05:00Oh Susan! You are so right..."quality" o...Oh Susan! You are so right..."quality" over "quantity." I am going to have to remember your WHAT principle. You have become dear to me too friend! Love ya!Tara Ulrichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619365758739247929noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14878984.post-56497140205794835572015-08-31T15:43:38.845-05:002015-08-31T15:43:38.845-05:00Ruthie, thank you for stopping by and praying with...Ruthie, thank you for stopping by and praying with me. That means a lot. I am so glad that I was able to friend you on Twitter the other night. You are going to be so prepared for the party this week! Tara Ulrichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619365758739247929noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14878984.post-9035370461375716872015-08-31T15:42:48.431-05:002015-08-31T15:42:48.431-05:00That is so cool about your sister-in-law Mary. Act...That is so cool about your sister-in-law Mary. Actually my Uncle didn't marry until he was in his 50s so I know there is still hope. Thanks for the prayers. They are so greatly appreciated. And thank you for reminding me that I am a treasure. It is easy to forget that sometimes. I love knowing you even if it is just online too.Tara Ulrichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619365758739247929noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14878984.post-14403051880444158162015-08-31T15:41:38.537-05:002015-08-31T15:41:38.537-05:00Christy, thank you! The prayers are felt and so de...Christy, thank you! The prayers are felt and so deeply and greatly appreciated. I know I am not alone but sometimes it sure feels like it so it is good to hear there are other 30ish people waiting and yearning too.Tara Ulrichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619365758739247929noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14878984.post-19604036793277015492015-08-31T15:40:26.686-05:002015-08-31T15:40:26.686-05:00Awww thanks Ingrid. It means the world to hear fro...Awww thanks Ingrid. It means the world to hear from you all that I deserve a prince. I will continue to lean into Jesus. A pet would be nice but sadly I cannot have a pet in my house that I rent. Blessing to you this day dear friend as well.Tara Ulrichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619365758739247929noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14878984.post-3587631148460203882015-08-31T15:39:38.787-05:002015-08-31T15:39:38.787-05:00Holly, I will continue to pour my heart out to God...Holly, I will continue to pour my heart out to God because I know that God hears, knows, listens and loves me. Thank you for the prayers sweet Holly. They are greatly appreciated!Tara Ulrichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619365758739247929noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14878984.post-82109060146443503802015-08-31T15:38:56.376-05:002015-08-31T15:38:56.376-05:00Marie, thank you for this: "All I know is tha...Marie, thank you for this: "All I know is that every time God says "no" it's because He has a greater "yes" in mind." Thanks for the prayers. They are greatly appreciated. Also thank you for reminding me that I am dear and special!Tara Ulrichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619365758739247929noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14878984.post-1992363442238673292015-08-31T15:38:05.535-05:002015-08-31T15:38:05.535-05:00Andrew, thank you brother! It is good to know that...Andrew, thank you brother! It is good to know that I am not alone and that there is still hope. God does have a funny sense of humor, doesn't he? I promise that I will hang in there because you are probably right...God probably has a plan for me that I cannot in my wildest dreams imagine. Tara Ulrichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619365758739247929noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14878984.post-697378948541890322015-08-31T15:36:46.729-05:002015-08-31T15:36:46.729-05:00I love how my graphic turned out too. Yes, alone r...I love how my graphic turned out too. Yes, alone raises a firestorm in you too. Hugs and hope back to you too friend.Tara Ulrichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619365758739247929noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14878984.post-61301190227972304222015-08-31T15:36:13.375-05:002015-08-31T15:36:13.375-05:00Karen, tears as liquid longings...I love that. Tru...Karen, tears as liquid longings...I love that. Trust me I am continuing to trust in the one who knows the desires and the answers. Some days that is so much easier said than done though. I do know that God loves me and I am clinging to that promise.Tara Ulrichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619365758739247929noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14878984.post-47677549688290068152015-08-31T15:35:03.151-05:002015-08-31T15:35:03.151-05:00Melissa, I won't wait for a man to get a pet. ...Melissa, I won't wait for a man to get a pet. Sadly I cannot have pets at my house which I rent. Thank you for saying that I am such an awesome person. It means a lot to hear those words.Tara Ulrichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619365758739247929noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14878984.post-6586166419788763842015-08-30T06:22:18.124-05:002015-08-30T06:22:18.124-05:00Tara, I wish I could just reach out and hug you ri...Tara, I wish I could just reach out and hug you right now! Though I'm a few years younger, I understand. Because by your mid-twenties, if you aren't showing signs of settling down, you start to get treated differently. As if you're late to the party, and everyone else has it figured out. But as hard it as it sometimes, we have to cling to the truth that God didn't forget about us. He isn't putting these desires in your heart, and not fulfilling them just to be mean. But rather, He is doing something (what, I don't know!) and needs us to remain strong and faithful in our singleness. I LOVE what Susan said above, that we shouldn't find a man just to have someone in our lives. And rather than simply waiting for Mr. Right to show up, we have to trust and live life fully where we are.e<br /><br />Hard, isn't it? But girl, you are one amazing woman, and you have to strength to handle whatever comes your way. Not alone, but surround by family, friends, community, and a God who loves you like crazy! Jen @ Growing in Faithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09233602959348779809noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14878984.post-26380134252475804372015-08-29T12:31:15.085-05:002015-08-29T12:31:15.085-05:00Tara, your words leave me in tears. I sense the pa...Tara, your words leave me in tears. I sense the pain deep within and the hard path you are currently called to travel. There are no pat answers forthcoming from me, just an offer to hold your hand at a distance, to be by your side in prayer, to be a soul companion in this space we call the blogosphere.<br />As one also longing to have deep soul needs met and answers to questions revealed, I know something of this ache. And what I know of God is that He's so often a God of the unexpected, of the suddenly and the miraculous in the mundane.<br />Try not to lose hope, my friend. Keep the faith as Jesus walks this alone pathway with you. He will bring you to a spacious place where your soul needs are met in one way or another. Blessings, love and prayers. Xox <3Joy Lentonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03486637586238798088noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14878984.post-86309480426811636422015-08-29T11:47:38.963-05:002015-08-29T11:47:38.963-05:00Oh sweet friend, thank you for sharing your heart ...Oh sweet friend, thank you for sharing your heart with us. I don't have the answers to your questions and longings, but I stand with you as you look to the One who does hold the answers. Also, I agree with Andrew- you never know what is around the corner. I hope you have a lovely weekend. Mom to 3https://www.blogger.com/profile/02086175678851590249noreply@blogger.com