tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6145777783909544489.comments2014-07-23T12:14:15.453-04:00The Spirit In MeThe Spirit In Mehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09218183854598296955noreply@blogger.comBlogger79125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6145777783909544489.post-27328983765472446952014-07-23T12:14:15.453-04:002014-07-23T12:14:15.453-04:00Such a heart-wrenching story! Much of it reminds ...Such a heart-wrenching story! Much of it reminds me of the family I grew up in, except without the physical illness (at least on my part -- I have other family members who react to the extreme stress by becoming ill).<br /><br />I do believe we create and exacerbate physical disease within ourselves based on our emotional and spiritual well-being. This doesn't mean the illness isn't real or that the 'victim' is to blame.<br /><br />It does mean we can each take our own healing into our personal control more than we realize. I hope "Lisa" is able to find her inner strength enough to create increasing amounts of JOY in her Life experience! Dangerous Lindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12442306921276302945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6145777783909544489.post-15254348120579386112014-07-14T22:59:44.465-04:002014-07-14T22:59:44.465-04:00This is a great reminder that we can never really ...This is a great reminder that we can never really understand what someone else is going through. Making uninformed assumptions can be incredibly damaging. Just love them and be there for them.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6145777783909544489.post-75170737725458591652014-05-29T04:45:36.729-04:002014-05-29T04:45:36.729-04:00For if God himself yearned for companionship, with...For if God himself yearned for companionship, with us being created in his image. don't you think we too would yearn for companionshipTrishnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6145777783909544489.post-89742851788042497452014-05-29T04:42:43.591-04:002014-05-29T04:42:43.591-04:00God created us for his good pleasure and most impo...God created us for his good pleasure and most importantly companionship. for when he created Adam he saidGenesis 2:18 NIV<br />The LORD God said, "It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him.".So therefore created woman.<br />God did not need us, but he chose to need us.For he chose us to be his companion,his workmanship, as to why we yearn for companionship, relationship, and to belong,especially to belong to a community with people of like mind,and all believe in one accord.Trishnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6145777783909544489.post-48254273797055479192014-05-27T13:46:51.262-04:002014-05-27T13:46:51.262-04:00You are so right. We were made for community . . ....You are so right. We were made for community . . . for relationship. We were not meant to walk this life alone and I'm so glad we don't have to! We grow and learn and expand in community. Thank you for sharing here! Blessings ~ Shelly (P31 OBS Team)Shellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11672003996136914533noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6145777783909544489.post-74112865434964963072014-05-24T22:22:43.881-04:002014-05-24T22:22:43.881-04:00I agree that community is a place where people are...I agree that community is a place where people are drawn together by a common bond, and more importantly that they feel safe sharing with each other. I am blessed to have a supportive and loving wife, and a community that I can go to where people love and support each other unconditionally.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6145777783909544489.post-67016474135078732182014-01-11T18:30:49.310-05:002014-01-11T18:30:49.310-05:00Thank you Martha {{{ }}} She certainly was one of...Thank you Martha {{{ }}} She certainly was one of a kind Mark!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14740588841896463217noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6145777783909544489.post-2810886439830208252014-01-11T18:19:50.733-05:002014-01-11T18:19:50.733-05:00Beautifully written dedication to Tabby, our sweet...Beautifully written dedication to Tabby, our sweet and unique cat!Mark Burnettehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10601811221210714062noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6145777783909544489.post-89709926033736210782014-01-11T18:14:39.074-05:002014-01-11T18:14:39.074-05:00Kimly, I am so, so sorry for the loss of your dear...Kimly, I am so, so sorry for the loss of your dear kitty! We lost both of our cats within six months of each other, so I can certainly identify with your pain and the changes it brings to our lives.<br />But, so glad you are taking comfort in God and His promises. He will sit right there with you and see you through all the days to come.<br />Blessings and sympathy, my friend.Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6145777783909544489.post-13911482270038245052013-11-22T16:14:37.796-05:002013-11-22T16:14:37.796-05:00Great post! Helps shed a much needed light on the...Great post! Helps shed a much needed light on the challenges faced when suffering from an "invisible" illnessMark Burnettehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10601811221210714062noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6145777783909544489.post-90825902950325554842013-08-18T23:12:47.280-04:002013-08-18T23:12:47.280-04:00Thanks for stopping by Martha and for the response...Thanks for stopping by Martha and for the response. God bless you!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14740588841896463217noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6145777783909544489.post-69937622006457467012013-08-18T14:44:07.809-04:002013-08-18T14:44:07.809-04:00Oh, what peace we find when we finally surrender a...Oh, what peace we find when we finally surrender all to God! It is by placing our full trust in Him that we can survive that "stuck in the middle" feeling. We can look up and know He's right there.<br />Loved this post, Kimberly!<br />Blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6145777783909544489.post-45518975922561727782013-03-01T18:31:16.710-05:002013-03-01T18:31:16.710-05:00Their act of generosity is certainly an example we...Their act of generosity is certainly an example we should strive to folllow in our lives.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6145777783909544489.post-73356116585854938862013-02-27T19:11:12.660-05:002013-02-27T19:11:12.660-05:00Blessings to you too Martha; thanks for stopping b...Blessings to you too Martha; thanks for stopping by~Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14740588841896463217noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6145777783909544489.post-25685458449071299932013-02-27T18:49:59.608-05:002013-02-27T18:49:59.608-05:00Oh, what an amazing story and testament to the kin...Oh, what an amazing story and testament to the kind of people the Lord wants us to be! It is so sad when we, as Christians, neglect showing compassion and generosity to our neighbors and anyone in need. How ironic that most of your help came from strangers . . . Reminds me of the Good Samaritan.<br />Blessings, Kimly!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6145777783909544489.post-80501425071689203812012-11-03T18:38:28.987-04:002012-11-03T18:38:28.987-04:00Oh my gosh y'all I have neglected this blog ag...Oh my gosh y'all I have neglected this blog again. I'm sorry for the lack of response, life has been kind of crazy lately! Thank you so much Margaret, Martha, Bongo, Rimly, Jessica, Mary, Corinne, Janu, Amy, Suzy and Melissa for your kind and affirming responses. I always get a little nervous when I write what I call "raw", it is so deep and from my soul and I feel almost naked. It is also the most liberating as well though (if that makes any sense). Blessings to all of you-thanks again!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14740588841896463217noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6145777783909544489.post-20583305726712491682012-11-03T17:43:15.005-04:002012-11-03T17:43:15.005-04:00You have such beautiful reflections over your blog...You have such beautiful reflections over your blog. And somehow, I feel that I'm also wishing the same things for me. I could very well relate to each one of them.<br /><br />Thanks for sharing :*Melissa Tandochttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13747825707650125721noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6145777783909544489.post-69020940253043558672012-10-27T20:22:51.600-04:002012-10-27T20:22:51.600-04:00There is a reason for everything that occurs. And ...There is a reason for everything that occurs. And when we connect with Spirit and let Him lead the way, then we truly dance with the wind. Awesome post. Suzyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05337531041006701719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6145777783909544489.post-54812533602381295232012-10-17T14:04:25.513-04:002012-10-17T14:04:25.513-04:00self-acceptance is very freeing... I think, the be...self-acceptance is very freeing... I think, the beginning can start now... and our past made useful when helping others. lovely post! Amy @mommetimehttp://mommetime.me/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6145777783909544489.post-65230954040472298222012-10-17T08:00:28.327-04:002012-10-17T08:00:28.327-04:00Beautiful wishes not just for yourself but, for al...Beautiful wishes not just for yourself but, for all of us too. So nice.JANUhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06983287092498427967noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6145777783909544489.post-50040223836711112592012-10-16T11:48:58.880-04:002012-10-16T11:48:58.880-04:00Oh yes, we are the sum of all our experiences and ...Oh yes, we are the sum of all our experiences and mistakes. The beauty is that we're forgiven, loved and accepted as we are. I wish we would realize that. Praying that your wishes come true for you and everyone of us. ♥Corinne Rodrigueshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11142098428026084994noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6145777783909544489.post-63840794277808941612012-10-15T11:14:27.014-04:002012-10-15T11:14:27.014-04:00As I read through your post, I found your words ta...As I read through your post, I found your words taking my breathe away! You have certainly left me with a load of thoughts for the day. Thank you for sharing this post in our hop!Mary Hudak-Collins livingthescripture.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18181851742870395058noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6145777783909544489.post-57966883455919167492012-10-14T21:31:32.376-04:002012-10-14T21:31:32.376-04:00This was a great post...very inspirational. Thanks...This was a great post...very inspirational. Thanks!Jessica Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02450820269367184046noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6145777783909544489.post-61985398883384815062012-10-14T20:58:06.065-04:002012-10-14T20:58:06.065-04:00Thank you Pat. This just flowed, really no thought...Thank you Pat. This just flowed, really no thought, just fingers to keys. I don't write like that very often, but I love when it comes like that. Has that ever happened with you? That means a lot to me.<br />Thanks for stopping by Pat.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14740588841896463217noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6145777783909544489.post-13258799043824137692012-10-14T16:15:35.508-04:002012-10-14T16:15:35.508-04:00Thanks for stopping by Linda!Thanks for stopping by Linda!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14740588841896463217noreply@blogger.com