The Omen
Hola Campers! And before you're immediately turned off this blog isn't some diabolical Antichrist kind of blog. This blog is actually about an Omen or a Sign if you will. Ya see, many years ago when I was a little girl, me and Mommie Dearest were sitting in the living room of our former home when a bird tried to fly into the window. Startled Mommie Dearest bleated, "Somebodies gonna die."
Not understanding what she meant I asked her, "Whatdya mean Mommie Dearest, who's gonna die?"
Mommie Dearest couldn't answer the who was gonna die, but she did offer up the explanation of why someone was gonna die. Explaining to me what a bad Omen it is when a bird tries to fly into your window. And although I was really too young to understand it at the time, Mommie Dearest wasn't wrong. Because sadly our neighbors live in grandmother passed on within that month as well as another neighbors oldest son a month or so later. So it was from then on that I always remembered that a bird trying to enter a home is a sure sign of death. And luckily for me no bird ever tried to enter my abode - until a couple of weeks ago this happened:
You see it? Yes that's the culprit of the bad Omen. And because I was sure mi Pápí had never heard of the "bird trying to enter your home Omen" I told him the same thing Mommie Dearest had told me all of those years ago that someone might die, and I only said might because this bird didn't really try to enter our home, however it did come and chill on our windowsill for about 30 minutes allowing me and mi Pápí to watch him and take a couple of pictures.
Fast forward to Thanksgiving Day. I had the chance to speak with my progeny -- admittedly after a few months. Actually until Turkey Day I hadn't spoken with anyone in my family including Mommie Dearest since earlier in the summer.
Anyhoo, while talking with the progeny she informed me that my dad (NOT that sperm donor) was quite ill. Shocked by her revelation I asked, "Why do you say that? Better yet, how do you know that? No one told me that."
And she said, "How do you pretend to not know? Because your sister said that she told you weeks ago."
Still shocked by the progeny's revelation and honestly quite skeptical, because the progeny has been known to play fast and loose with the truth I said, "What sister is that? I'd heard nothing about dad being sick because I haven't spoken with said sister in almost 2 years."
And she said, "Well it's the truth and grandma isn't taking it too well."
Now *almost* completely shocked I quickly said, "Put Leslie on the phone." (Because I was gonna need some independent corroboration)
And once my cousin Leslie got on the phone I asked her and she said, "Yes I'd heard that too."
Now really shocked because Leslie if she does have the information never lies so I said, "I'll call you back." And immediately putting my familial differences aside I contacted Mommie Dearest who sadly confirmed the progeny's statement that yes my dad Mommie Dearest's husband of 25 years is indeed quite ill battling Stage 4 Cancer. So after a while of talking with Mommie Dearest and trying to be as supportive as I could be I offered my services to my family in our time of need.
After I hung up from Mommie Dearest I immediately told mi Pápí what was going on and he reminded me of that "Omen" of that fucked up bird that sat on on our windowsill a week or so back.
Now mind you Campers, I don't know what to make of any of this Omen shit, however I do know what to make of the facts. And the fact is that me and my family need your chants, prayers, and well wishes so that my dad who is a great father, a wonderful grandfather, and just an all around stand up guy can win this battle and continue to head our family who he helped heal after years of torture and abuse.
And I know for many of you who read this you will immediately click "Like" and offer your love and prayers on my Social Network page in support of my family, however I'm gonna ask you to take it a step further and leave your support, love and well wishes for my dad, Keith Mercer here on my blog. Because my dad doesn't use any Social Networks, however he does read my blog and will see them here and I'm 100% sure he'll be more than grateful and touched by the outpour of your kind thoughts, support, and hope for good health.
Anyhoo Campers that's it's for me because to go on seems unnecessary. I thank you all ahead of time and please be blessed, I do love you all. And as always thank you for reading and remember the fire's always burning (even if a little less brightly right now) here at Carlita's Camp.
Brilliant writing Carlita...simply brilliant. Omens are superstitions that are as old as the cave men who associated shooting stars with future events. Thank you for sharing your literary genius my friend = )
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Thank You Greg!!! Those cave men seemed to be onto something because this one seems to always be right. Oh well. Thanks for reading!!! And be blessed!
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I enjoy your style and feel you have a good chance at a career in writing.
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Thanks very much. Hopefully my work will catch on.
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Awesome work! I have been working so hard on the store I have not been reading.This was a great treat! God Is Merciful and his Love surpasses all understanding. Have faith and be encouraged! Much love!
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Thank You Betsy! I am sure the store is wonderful and I can't wait to come check it out sooner than later... My dad will appreciate your support as I do. Be blessed and Thank you again for reading! Love Ya Lady and believe the fire's always burning you can check on my blogs whenever you have time.
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My thoughts and prayers to Carlita's dad, Keith.
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Thank You so much Charlie He'll truly appreciate the well wishes. Be blessed my friend. And thanks for reading!
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Be Blessed with better health Mr. Mercer you are in my prayers
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Thank you Rick!!! I'm sure he'll appreciate it! Love you and get on Skype sooner than later.
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So sorry to hear of your mom's and your sorrows. I will be PRAYING for Keith. He was a great guy and truly loved your mom, and my friend with sincerity. I will be getting in touch with your mom soon. Again, prayer is so helpful during such tiring times. Keep the FAITH.
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Thank You Mrs. Loretz! Keith is a great guy... I'm sure mom will appreciate the love as much as I do. Thanks for reading!
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My thoughts and prayers go out to Mr. Mercer and your fam C. Stay in faith! Great article as usual! Love ya!
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Thank You Sweety!!! I love you too and as usual THANK YOU for reading. Take care and Happy Holidays to you and your family... Post many pictures!
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Aww Chica, I could feel the love you have your father exude through your words! No worries, you know I will continously be sending your father and your family, healing energy and meditating and praying for his well being.
Love is a great healer, so I'll be sending that in abundance as well!
Love you Sis!
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Thank You Sis!!! I know with your prayers and love and your special gift of making me feel good the vibrations that my dad receives from you will be nothing but helpful. I love you Sis! And I am truly counting the days!
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I am too!!! I'm going to try and make sure we have a BLAST!!!! I'm going to be sending you and yours loads of LOVE and Light!!!...So No Worries!!!
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Thank You Sister!!! I can't wait and we will have a blast!!! See you soon!!! Love you!
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To Mr. Mercer, while the little bird may be a messenger, it is actually unclear exactly WHAT the message is. Only God knows that one. So put your trust there. Many people are praying for you.
To Carlita, while the bird may have brought this situation to your attention, again, nothing is absolute. And like you said, the bird sat there for 30 minutes....probably just trying to get your attention. It will pan out the way it is supposed to. Keep the faith.
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Thank You so much Michael! Yes I took it to mean the same thing the bird didn't try to break in, he did just sit there and let his presence be known he wanted me to reach out to my family. Thanks for reading and your kind words. Have a blessed day.
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Keith Mercer....Godspeed to you for a speedy recovery. Chants, prayers and well wishes being sent to you with the UTMOST of urgency! May GOD Bless you and keep you always....
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Thank You Brotherr!!! From your fingers to the right set of ears!! I and my family appreciate the wonderful positive well wishes and prayers that you send. Have a blessed week and thank you for reading me!!!
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GOD IS MORE THAN ABLE...THERE IS NO TOUCH, LIKE THE TOUCH OF THE LORD'S...MAY HE CONTINUE TO SUBSTAIN YOUR FATHER AND FAMILY...KNOW THAT THE TONGUE CAN BRING LIFE AND ALSO BRING DEATH, SPEAK OF LIFE...PRAYER IS POWERFUL!!! WELL WISHES!!
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Thank You so much Tosha for the kind and ever so special words of encouragment! I amd my family truly appreciate them. And yes prayer is powerful! Have a wonderful and blessed week. Much love to you. And thank you for reading.
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and I heard a voice saying behold I am the Lord I am the God of all flesh is there anything too hard for me? I am the Lord that healeth thee...
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Thank You very much for the wonderful quote Thomas, I'm sure my father will appreciate it. Much love to you. And thank you very much for reading this. Have a wonderful and blessed day.
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I pray strength for your Dad and family in this difficult time. I too believe in signs. I also believe nature is used to tell us things we can't see! After my grandmother died this year, I seen a butterfly outside my apt. I never see butterflies where I live...bad neighborhood. It was still there when I returned from checking the mail. I smiled to myself because I felt the butterfly was letting me know my grandmother was at peace!
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Thank You Shellie for your words of encouragement. I'm sure my dad will appreciate them too. And yes I'm starting to believe in signs as well because this is such a strong one it's very hard to ignore. Have a blessed week and thank you for taking the time to share such a warming story of your grandmother.
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Sending prayers and thoughts of comfort to Keith and all of your family. Times like these help us to understand just fragile life is. Cherish it. Z
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Thank You so much for your prayers and well wishes Zoe! And you are so right life is very fragile. I appreciate your support as I am sure my dad does too. Also thanks for reading!! Have a blessed day!
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My prays and best wishes go out to you and your family. Keep God first and he will do the same for your father.
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Thank You so much Brad for the wonderful prayers and well wishes. I appreciate it as I'm sure my dad does. Many blessings to you and yours. Thanks for reading!
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Mr. Mercer, I pray that you may continue to fight the good fight and that your good works may live on. carlita is a real friend though we met on the internet. It's apparent that your influence and guidance helped create a dynamic and thought provoking woman. I, being a single father, can relate and do appreciate your efforts. parenting is an often unrewarding necessity that manifest it's rewards years after the initial work. I pray that god blesses you and that you win this battle.
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Thank You Streeter for your prayers and well wishes!!! I am sure my dad will appreciate them as well. Have a wonderful and blessed week and thank you so much for reading!
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My prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time. Tell Mr. Mercer that everything will be ok, and that the social network society is behind 100%.
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My ex-wife's family (Ojibwe tribe) viewed owls as a symbol as well so I guess your bird omen may have validity.
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Many tribes have different meanings for birds and Omen's or signs. It's very interesting to learn about all the different ones. Thanks for commenting!
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Hello Mr. Mercer! I've had the pleasure of being your daughter's online friend for a few months now and you've got yourself a phemonenal (sp?) young lady there! I pray that God give you strength and healing and peace. I pray that all of your family bonds be strengthened so that you can see that everything is OK. You are loved and my heart is warmed by your daughter's request here for you. God bless you and keep you. BIG HUGS from Tennessee!
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Brandy Thank You so much for the kind words! And like you it is a pleasure getting to know you as well. I'm sure your prayers will not go unheard and they are truly appreciated by me as well as my dad. I love you Lady and thanks for reading!!!
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Wonderful post Sis, and to Keith Mercer,I will be chanting for your speedy recovery. You must be a wonderful guy to have Carlita say the things she has said about you. Much love and well wishes to you!
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Thank You Zuri!! I will chanting right along with you and I know together we can make a difference!! And he is a wonderful guy and completely undeserving of this such an illness. Thanks for reading Sis! Love You!!!
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Let me say that your dad is in my prayers and that nothing is beyond the Creators power.
Stay strong and remain prayerful
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Thank You so much Erica for your prayers and kind words, I will happily pass this message on to him and I am sure it will make him feel joy that there are so many wonderful people willing to extend themselves to spread love. Thanks for reading! And have a blessed day.
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Hi Carlita,
Thank you for sharing this note of needed thoughts and prayers. Keith is a wonderful man, and I love him much because he loves your Mom so much. He will definitely be in my family's prayers every single day.
God Bless,
Rhonda
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Thank You Rhonda for your kind thoughts and prayers! I appreciate them as I am sure Keith will too. He does love us all very much and we are truly lucky and blessed to have him in our lives. Thanks for reading!!
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My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Here's hoping this support gives him and you a little more strength each day.
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Thank You Tonia!! My family and I truly appreciate your prayers and well wishes and we pray they don't go unanswered. Thanks for reading and have a blessed day!
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My prayers go up for you n your family...May all of God's angels wrap there wings around your Dad so he may be healed from within.
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Thank You so much El! You know I truly appreciate your support and kind words as I'm sure my dad does too. Much love Sister!!! Thanks for reading. Love you!
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From my family to yours carlita we are praying for Kieth Mercer, may God keep him in his favor Be Blessed and comforted by the lord almighty.
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Thank You so much Anthony for the prayers of good health for my dad! We truly appreciate your well wishes and wonderful prayers. Thanks for reading!!!
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Beautiful!
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You know I have (some) good in me Cousin! Love you and GET ONE SKYPE!!!
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Wishing you well in the coming New Year Mr. Mercer! Happy New Year to you, sir!
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Thank You Brotherr! We truly appreciate your well wishes. Hopefully things will turn around for us this year. Many blessings to you and yours!
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Even though I'm not on Facebook right now, you and your fam are still in my thoughts.
Peace, positivity, and providence to y'all
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Thank You Anita! I'm not on FB anylonger either. I will certainly tell my dad. I hope you and yours have a wonderful year as well!!
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