Comments for By Margaret Roach

Comment on did you ever want to just walk away? by team gloria

team gloria — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:08:48 +0000

we are still inspired by your story – and your beautiful blog.

thank you.

for living out loud.

_tg x

Comment on did you ever want to just walk away? by Margaret

Margaret — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 12:05:31 +0000

Thanks, Quiltbea; how kind of you. I love the image of you being herded around by that Corgi! (Hilarious dogs.) Very nice-sounding world there indeed. See you soon again.

Comment on did you ever want to just walk away? by quiltbea

quiltbea — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 17:36:45 +0000

Your book is delightful!
I wanted to head for the country many years ago but my city-bred family out-voted me so I had to wait til the children were grown and my husband of over 45 years was gone before I headed for my peaceful place. The old bones don’t allow me to do all I would like, but I DO have my roses and irises, a raised-bed organic vegetable garden, my compost, my worm condo, my dwarf fruit trees along with blueberries and strawberries and my darling little Welsh corgi (dog) to herd me in the right direction. In winter, quilting keeps me busy and happy.
I feel blessed right now at a time in my life when I thought I’d find myself a heartbroken useless widow. Instead, I’m busier than ever with my quilts and country life and yet I’ve found some peace in my sunset years and I’m even eating healthier than ever.
I’m glad you found yours.

Comment on inspiration: philippe petit’s 1974 high-wire act by Margaret

Margaret — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 23:32:45 +0000

Nice to see you here, Mel. He is brilliant. Hoep you will find a cipy (event he paperback reprint) of his book(s). Worth it!

Comment on inspiration: philippe petit’s 1974 high-wire act by mel

mel — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 22:02:46 +0000

I am so glad I stumbled upon this, albeit late. I am an occasional visitor, and I love this story of Philippe. I first heard of it through a children’s book I found at the library with my little son–it’s called “The Man Who Walked Between the Towers” by M. Gerstein, I think? It is a beautiful book. I did not know that Mr. Petit had his own story. I must check it out! What an amazing commitment to a dream. Thank you for sharing!

Comment on september 11, the day jack rescued me by Margaret

Margaret — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:22:58 +0000

Thanks, Marty, for the kind words, and yes, signed wrapped books available here. Jack sends his very best to you and yours.

Comment on september 11, the day jack rescued me by Marty

Marty — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:59:29 +0000

Margaret: Ok, I must get the book. I love this story of Jack, weaving his way into your heart. He is a very handsome Tux too!

You saved his life that day when he ventured up your drive, and he, has I don’t doubt brought you more peace than you ever imagined.

I don’t grow up with cats but dachunds, but rescued my first cat 35 yrs ago, a little 6 mo old black make Manx in Oct with a frost bitten ear. That was the start of many rescues and a lifelong love of the mysterious feline.

Do you autograph books for purchase?

Thank you for a tempting introduction to your journey with Jack and peace in the woods and gardens of your home.

Comment on perfect for giving: inscribed, gift-wrapped books by Margaret

Margaret — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 17:33:43 +0000

You are so welcome, Patricia, and how nice of you to come say so and give me a little of your story. Your house makes mine sound positively modern! :) May your dream of the one life there come true.