Nor are they silicone.
As a young fellow, I thought she was just the most beautiful creature to ever grace God's Green Earth.
Porter probably agreed ...
Posted on 10/08/2025 3:24:18 AM PDT by where's_the_Outrage?
Yeah but as they say, ‘Everyone wants to go to heaven, but nobody wants to go now.’
As someone of advanced age I know I have fewer day left than I’ve lived, but that doesn’t mean I don’t want to stay around as long as possible. There will come a time when I’ll know it’s time, but don’t rush it. And don’t be insensitive to those trying to hold on. Maybe they have grandchildren they want to enjoy, unfinished business to accomplishment or just an old dog they want to stick around a little while longer to care for.
Everybody dies, but God decide when he wants to call you home. Offering prayers for an elderly person is a nice way of asking for God’s will to be done.
Very valid points, I pray for those who are older with health issues. These are short prayers where I generally pray for God to embrace their souls if he wills.
Most of the time there is little to nothing that we can do but pray, may God bless you and all those you love.
Dear Lord, keep her suffering here so we can feel content, instead of bringing her to your arms earlier.
Have mercy on her soul. That’s all that matters.
Such kind words from a loving soul.
All that you say is true.
Some people, however, accept age more gracefully than others. I believe they are happier and I want to be one of them. This does not mean shutting down, I think, or withering away, but a graceful recognition of reality.
I, too, have fewer days left than I have lived. But, for instance, I supposed that I was not afraid enough to risk Fauci’s mRNA just to hang on. I am losing my parents, now, and learning from that loss. The need to stay around can come with a cost.
The included picture of Dolly does not look healthy, to me. I believe it is a performance picture, as I have seen videos of her recent performances.
I absolutely wish her no ill will and for recovery and happiness. She has always been an idol, to me.
What you wrote was just lovely, and very kind.
My mom recently passed at the age of 96. She had many health issues, becoming almost overwhelming. However, she wanted very much to see her 6th great-grandchild be born. His dad (my nephew) was truly like a son to her, she cared for him from infancy while his mom worked, she helped him with college costs and attended his many sporting events. She got to hold the baby and love on him and then seemed ready to let go. She was tired of hurting and ready to go home to Jesus and we all understood. At that point my prayers turned to “in your time, Jesus/God” rather than asking for healing.
Sometimes a loved one asks for prayers because they aren’t ready to let go, or they know there is unfinished business. Most will do it quietly, within their own circle. I don’t see the harm in Dolly’s sister asking for this in a bigger public way, especially if it gives her a measure of comfort and peace.
False accusations. You can’t handle the truth.
Very valid points, I pray for those who are older with health issues. These are short prayers where I generally pray for God to embrace their souls if he wills.
Most of the time there is little to nothing that we can do but pray, may God bless you and all those you love.
I remember meeting Dolly backstage at Opryland. My cousin said it was the only time she’s seen me at a loss for words.
They aren’t silicon.
Not so sure…
“ Yes, Dolly Parton has openly admitted to having breast augmentation, specifically breast implants, to enhance her figure early in her career. She was one of the first celebrities to acknowledge having breast implants and has discussed them with characteristic humor and candor.
“In addition to augmentation, she has also undergone breast lift and reduction surgeries over the years to address discomfort from implant size, including alleviating back pain. Her transparency about cosmetic procedures, including breast augmentation, has contributed to normalizing conversations around such enhancements.[cameosurgerycenter +4]”
AI
Nor are they silicone.
As a young fellow, I thought she was just the most beautiful creature to ever grace God's Green Earth.
Porter probably agreed ...
My mom lived to be 93. The last time I saw her she told me she was not going back to the doctor or the ER. There are no more miracles she said. I’ve had a good life. I’ve seen my kids grow up and be successful. I’ve been to weddings and held grandchildren and great grandchildren. I’m ready. She died of a stroke 4 days later.
I think most people know when it’s time. I’m 74, generally healthy except for a recent diagnose of prostate cancer. It’s not high risk and the surgeon believes I’ll die of something else long before the cancer gets me. He said probably 15-20 years on the cancer. But it focuses you when someone puts a number to what you’ve already been thinking. If I can get 15 more healthy years I’ll take it, but I don’t want to be sick and in pain for years just to hold on to life. There is living and there is being alive. They are not the same.
Back in the mid 1980s my brother in law worked at Trump Castle in Atlantic City. He worked night shift as a cook. Late at night he met lots of stars who were appearing there. He met Dolly and was very surprised how short she was,but a very nice and genuine lady. He also met Al Martino who was a pain in the a$$ in the kitchen because he thought he was a chef.
AGREED.
We should pray that before they pass that they are “right” with Jesus. The MOST IMPORTANT THING! The difference between eternity in heaven with Jesus and eternity of torment in hell.
“right” with Jesus means that you have prayed a sinner’s prayer. Not that you go to church, not that you “believe” in Jesus, not that you were baptized.
Example:
“Acknowledge you are a sinner in need of God’s forgiveness, state your belief that Jesus Christ died for your sins and rose again, and express your desire to receive Jesus as your Lord and Savior to be born again.”
Romans 10:8-13 NKJV
8 But what does it say? “The word is near you, in your mouth and in your heart” (that is, the word of faith which we preach): 9 that if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. 10 For with the heart one believes unto righteousness, and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. 11 For the Scripture says, “Whoever believes on Him will not be put to shame.” 12 For there is no distinction between Jew and Greek, for the same Lord over all is rich to all who call upon Him. 13 For “whoever calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved.”
Ask Him TODAY, before its too late.
A classy American woman...
Here’s hoping she will be around for many more years...
Prayers up...
I used to work with Porter’s son. At night we would go down to Possum Holler’ and see George Jones which was always interesting, so to speak.
Preach it!
God WANTS to save people. There’s not a thing He could have done more to make that possible except FORCE people into it, but He doesn’t want to force it. That’s not love.
The interesting thing is, much as God wants people saved, He does leave the ultimate decision up to individuals. Some people will sadly NEVER be willing to turn to Him, no matter how much of a taste of hell they get nor if they see the beautiful paradise God has promised for those who love Him.
And who doesn’t want to live in paradise? Well, everyone does, but many refuse to do it on God’s terms.
How tragic!!!
I am not a religious person but I have said a prayer for Dolly.
YEARS AGO—_THERE WAS A SPECIAL TV SHOW: DOLLY PARTON & CHER.
CHER IS ABOUT 5’7” & DOLLY IS SHORTER.
I WORKED FOR THE COMPANY THAT OWNED THE STUDIO WHERE THEY WERE REHEARSING....WAS LUCKY ENOUGH TO WATCH THEM WORK FOR ABOUT 4 HOURS.
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