Shaking the Grapevine - Commentshttp://www.sanemoms.com/sanemoms-articles/(c) 2009 Bethany Rule Vedder and SaneMoms.comen-USSquarespace Site Server v5.11.81 (http://www.squarespace.com/)words comments on The Power of WordswordsMon, 03 Jan 2011 18:41:39 +0000http://www.sanemoms.com/sanemoms-articles/2008/12/5/the-power-of-words.html#comments173732:4128107:comment/11013971great job

]]>words comments on The Power of WordswordsMon, 03 Jan 2011 18:40:43 +0000http://www.sanemoms.com/sanemoms-articles/2008/12/5/the-power-of-words.html#comments173732:4128107:comment/11013962"it is nice to be nice"
nice site

]]>yoli comments on The Power of WordsyoliThu, 11 Nov 2010 23:28:33 +0000http://www.sanemoms.com/sanemoms-articles/2008/12/5/the-power-of-words.html#comments173732:4128107:comment/10508365nice site thank you much

]]>Susan comments on Vulnerability : The Art of Getting RealSusanWed, 10 Nov 2010 20:03:30 +0000http://www.sanemoms.com/sanemoms-articles/2010/8/2/vulnerability-the-art-of-getting-real.html#comments173732:4128107:comment/10497803Well-written blog....I, as well, relate to your statement of "...marriage has deepened my capacity for both loneliness and joy..." and motherhood has brought other elements of emotion to my life that otherwise would have gone completely unnoticed...most especially my appreciation for my own parents. This doesn't mean I parent my child in the same manner, just that I so appreciate the time and energy my parents invested in me. They are also still engaged in me, my husband, and our daughter. Who knows how our relationships will develop but it's a journey not a destination. My daughter will have her own path and I am simply one of her designated teachers for a period of time. I give her some simple values and concepts and she teaches me patience and great love. Did I say patience? Parenthood is not for sissies. It is extremely challenging and I have eaten my words many times when I used to make fun of "those stay-at-home moms"....I actually couldn't do it and had to return to work just "for a break"...yes I admit it. I work to have a break from being at home because running a home is much harder. I have to hand it to stay-at-home moms and Good Lord - how on earth does a woman homeschool? You moms are amazing! I hope mothers can stick together and support each other regardless of our decisions. I love my daughter more than anyone or anything but I also love my career need that outlet for myself. There is room for all types of mommies in the world:) Moms rock the world!

]]>sanemom comments on Vulnerability : The Art of Getting RealsanemomTue, 10 Aug 2010 05:01:15 +0000http://www.sanemoms.com/sanemoms-articles/2010/8/2/vulnerability-the-art-of-getting-real.html#comments173732:4128107:comment/9302563Su : "I often expect myself to jump to the end of the process (of dealing with pain or hurt) and already be in possession of the wisdom and compassion I think should result." Soooo true! And unrealistic expectations? Part of my daily checklist :). I hear ya.
Laurie : So glad to share that with you and sounds like a great group! As for Anne? I wanted for years upon years to change the spelling of my middle name (Ann) to match hers ;). Prayers appreciated and joined!

]]>Laurie comments on Vulnerability : The Art of Getting RealLaurieTue, 10 Aug 2010 04:55:02 +0000http://www.sanemoms.com/sanemoms-articles/2010/8/2/vulnerability-the-art-of-getting-real.html#comments173732:4128107:comment/9302547Oh, this is wonderful! I've really been craving this too. You said it well - "I’ve mused many times that marriage has deepened my capacity for both loneliness and joy, and having kids has made that spread even wider." I just came home from a group that's been meeting this summer for that very reason... to close the gap and get real. And it brings my heart to life again! Then I saw this post in your newsletter and thought, "kindred spirit!" Especially with the reference to Anne ;)

Thanks for your honesty and courage here. Praying for lots of sweet and wonderfully full friendship moments for us all in the coming months!

-Laurie

]]>Su comments on Vulnerability : The Art of Getting RealSuFri, 06 Aug 2010 11:25:10 +0000http://www.sanemoms.com/sanemoms-articles/2010/8/2/vulnerability-the-art-of-getting-real.html#comments173732:4128107:comment/9265406Thanks for this one. It's hard work to undo the habit of tucking feelings away and being "okay" for the rest of the world. I often expect myself to jump to the end of the process (of dealing with pain or hurt) and already be in possession of the wisdom and compassion I think should result. Like I can think my way there, rather than have to feel and deal with all that mess. But I can't, I just wind myself tighter with my expectations until I can hardly walk at all...so cheers to letting go and wobbling out on my emotional sea legs.

]]>SaneMom comments on Vulnerability : The Art of Getting RealSaneMomWed, 04 Aug 2010 01:05:39 +0000http://www.sanemoms.com/sanemoms-articles/2010/8/2/vulnerability-the-art-of-getting-real.html#comments173732:4128107:comment/9224305Thanks My Mama Mojo!

]]>My Mama Mojo comments on Vulnerability : The Art of Getting RealMy Mama MojoTue, 03 Aug 2010 17:07:39 +0000http://www.sanemoms.com/sanemoms-articles/2010/8/2/vulnerability-the-art-of-getting-real.html#comments173732:4128107:comment/9220101I would imagine this blog was quite challenging to write then! You couldn't be more out there and transparent now :) Good for you!!!! This is the most beautifully written blog of yours I have ever read. It is my new favorite.

]]>gerovital comments on The Faith FactorgerovitalSun, 09 May 2010 10:08:38 +0000http://www.sanemoms.com/sanemoms-articles/2009/11/9/the-faith-factor.html#comments173732:4128107:comment/8353266Every man has his faith. I do not think this issue should be developed for the controversy arises
this subject make wars

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