tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22155253.post114122506329416423..comments2023-08-11T07:27:23.158-04:00Comments on Kisses of Sunshine: He was there from the beginningGiBeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03717697386035335817noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22155253.post-1142571660806040252006-03-17T00:01:00.000-05:002006-03-17T00:01:00.000-05:00thank you momrn2 for sending us to kisses of sunsh...thank you momrn2 for sending us to kisses of sunshine...<BR/><BR/>kisses, thank you. your words are so totally helpful, so totally soothing. Absolutely used by God. <BR/><BR/>the gift of love by the gift of motherhood is so powerful it's mind shattering, praise HIM for providing those that can put it into words.tamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17765708544756841964noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22155253.post-1141327868717384642006-03-02T14:31:00.000-05:002006-03-02T14:31:00.000-05:00FINALLY ... I'm back on line ...Oh, my goodness! I...FINALLY ... I'm back on line ...<BR/><BR/>Oh, my goodness! I am so blown away. I don't even know where to start.<BR/><BR/>First of all -- I need to go and get some more tissues, because I just pulled the last one out of the box, and I am simply flooding all over the place! And it’s a good thing, too, because my internet has been down all-day-long… so instead of visiting all of my beloved blogs written by all of you (and many others) I’ve only been able to read, re-read, and re-re-read what I had up on my screen when we went down. Bummer.<BR/><BR/>Grammy -- I have to agree, that many times I wonder if God cries over the mostly self-imposed struggles I have! I can picture him begging me to just let go of them and let Him take over! <BR/><BR/>Carol - I just had an opportunity to share some teething lessons I've learned (and some that Shannon shared with me) with someone in the blog world, and I was soooo excited to be able to turn around some advice that was shared with me at one time!!! I felt like BIG STUFF!<BR/><BR/>Leann -- come back often and stay as long as you need to (hehehe), and likewise … you’ll see me lurking on your blog, too! And prattle on, sister… prattle on. (For all those interested, Leann’s correct link is http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/Academy252/ )<BR/><BR/>Lauren -- it gets me through the day too! And -- is that a real picture of you?!! I thought you “didn’t do that” (I don’t know – something about not being as photogenic as Heidi Klum or something like that) -- Awesome! You look great!<BR/><BR/>MomRN2 -- If I hadn't used my last tissue just now, I'd try to squeeze it through the wires so you could save your keyboard of any water damage ... but ... can't do that now, can I? I know how you feel about being tentative about posting certain things, because I too struggled with that yesterday. But God always has a way to bless us back, even when we mess up what we’re wanting to say … And ... your message about your little girl came through Loud & Clear ... it's not about you. It's all about God. PTL!<BR/><BR/>Peaches -- I haven't had a chance to go to any other blog yet, but I hope you post about your thoughts from your Bible study. I'm anxious to read them!<BR/><BR/>Shannon -- come ON girl!!! It was INSTANT friendship when I met your blog! And then, you of course... Your deep thoughts always provoke thought in this small brain of mine! Even when they are thoughts about lady bug poo!<BR/><BR/>Momma M -- What you are just discovering is... that you are not the only one that struggles with your children. Nor are you the only one that searches for peace in your house. And I'm so happy that we can each share our experiences and encourage each other with "been there done that -- and you'll survive" or "GASP! You did WHAT?" (just kidding about that one)... And I'm just overjoyed that you are feeling the soft and gentle prompt from God to turn back to Him. Just lay it all at his feet, and He will lighten that load for you!<BR/><BR/>Heidi -- I'm glad that my ramblings not only encouraged you, but others too. I'm certain God is smiling down on us because we are forming a wonderful community of love, support and encouragement.GiBeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03717697386035335817noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22155253.post-1141317692265840832006-03-02T11:41:00.000-05:002006-03-02T11:41:00.000-05:00Now THAT was a word of encouragement! (smiling)Now THAT was a word of encouragement! (smiling)Heidihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15264516503200885643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22155253.post-1141279174566692172006-03-02T00:59:00.000-05:002006-03-02T00:59:00.000-05:00Thank you for sharing, thank you so much. I found ...Thank you for sharing, thank you so much. I found your post through MomRN2's, and a comment she left on mine. What none of you could have known is that I struggle over my boys, too. I've been on a bit of a search for peace in this house, and I think God's been steering me back to Him, quite possibly through some of your blogs. :)Chaotic Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15917862364050793777noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22155253.post-1141276683372318732006-03-02T00:18:00.000-05:002006-03-02T00:18:00.000-05:00You girls are all so wonderful I'm just sitting he...You girls are all so wonderful I'm just sitting here with big ol' chills up and down my spine. Never could've imagined something like the blogworld could have been a source of such friendship and encouragement. Thank you, GiBee, for writing this. This was so beautiful.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22155253.post-1141271981270757242006-03-01T22:59:00.000-05:002006-03-01T22:59:00.000-05:00You said it beautifully, sweet GiBee. Thank you fo...You said it beautifully, sweet GiBee. Thank you for following your heart and pouring it out like a balm onto my soul. God chose to use you to complete a thought He planted in my heart earlier today during my Bible study. Thank you for allowing Him to use you to speak the truth to so many others --hurting, anxious, tired, but most of all -- loved. You are obedient and you are blessed.Pamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09996671330956676971noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22155253.post-1141265689274265292006-03-01T21:14:00.000-05:002006-03-01T21:14:00.000-05:00What a beautiful, breath taking post!! I have bee...What a beautiful, breath taking post!! I have been sitting here for a VERY long time trying to even get my thoughts and feelings put into words. (and wiping the flood of tears from my eyes so they don't ruin my computer and so I can see to even type! :-) ) <BR/><BR/>What a blessing, what a BLESSING this was to me. Would you believe I debated for weeks before I posted about my daughter? And even when I decided to, it was very tenatively, not sure of the response. <BR/><BR/>I didn't want it to be about me. I wanted it to be about God and His mercy, grace, love, and power. His goodness, faithfulness, patience, and peace. I didn't know for sure if I was getting my point across. <BR/><BR/>And then, here you are! And your post has encouraged me, supported me, and incredibly blessed me! You put so many thoughts into words that I just couldn't seem to find.<BR/><BR/>And as far as the parenting thing... rest assured my dear friend, God will never give you more than what His strength, peace, and power can NOT see you through. You are right to be scared, concerned, and protector of your child! That shows you love him with your very being! But, keep in mind, God loves him even more than you could think or imagine. He created Him. <BR/><BR/>Would you mind reminding me of this next time I am in that "panic" mode? Your post has so encouraged me and I feel very supported and strong. That is not always the case. I need these words now and then too. (more now's than then I'm afraid. :-) )<BR/><BR/>So, once again, thanks so much for being so honest and vulnerable yourself! For opening your heart to us! For allowing me to be a part of such a spectacular, insightful, powerful post from you. This was truly "kisses of sunshine" into some dreary parts of my heart today. THANKS!<BR/><BR/>And sorry my posts made you lose some sleep! :-0 That was not one of my goals. :-)Donnettahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11692862365425939349noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22155253.post-1141249084500779172006-03-01T16:38:00.000-05:002006-03-01T16:38:00.000-05:00I LOVE YOUR BLOG!!!!! This post was so amazingly ...I LOVE YOUR BLOG!!!!! This post was so amazingly encouraging to me... Thanks for visiting me today. I am so glad to meet you and I will be adding you to my reads. I must come back and read more... Thank you!!!Leannhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01178350939734739978noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22155253.post-1141247276473591482006-03-01T16:07:00.000-05:002006-03-01T16:07:00.000-05:00Girl, I am so humbled that you chose to open your ...Girl, I am so humbled that you chose to open your heart up to us like that. Thank you! <BR/><BR/>And you're so right about....well, so many things. Especially that He's always there. He'll use nights like the one you had with your baby to His glory - like teaching you something that you can share with some frustrated mother some day. Or maybe, just so you could share it with us.<BR/><BR/>Thank you, GiBee!Carolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08808409121932480786noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22155253.post-1141245123330887572006-03-01T15:32:00.000-05:002006-03-01T15:32:00.000-05:00Oh, my goodness, Grammy! Thank you for coming over...Oh, my goodness, Grammy! Thank you for coming over to Kisses of Sunshine and leaving such a lovely comment ... and I'm honored by your comment on Shannon's blog -- but I must say that your entire family just CRACKS ME UP! I'm so glad you started blogging. And tell your hubby to keep the CAN CLOSED and on his desk!<BR/><BR/>Someone will need to start a 12-step program soon, because blogging is so addictive! We're all going to know each other so intimately that we'll know when one person stubs their toe, or the other one toots before the telephone lines are ever fired up!<BR/><BR/>Blessings to you.GiBeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03717697386035335817noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22155253.post-1141238209358763672006-03-01T13:36:00.000-05:002006-03-01T13:36:00.000-05:00Thank you so much. This post was amazing. At thi...Thank you so much. This post was amazing. <BR/><BR/>At this new stage of life, mother to adults and grandkids, things have not changed that much. I still worry over them and cry and pray for their struggles. <BR/><BR/>I sometimes wonder if that's not how God feels about me. He can see that some of my problems were brought on by mistakes I've made myself, but He loves me nonetheless. He sees the big picture and knows that the things I worry and cry over may not be that important in the eternal perspective...but He feels my pain and comforts me anyway. I am so thankful to know that He is there and to be strengthened in my faith by the testimony of others.<BR/><BR/>Thank you.Grammyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15223291565009895754noreply@blogger.com