tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post118029342026865450..comments2024-02-02T23:18:20.621-05:00Comments on Baby Bangs: We Live in a Strange DayAmandahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16777762608528843328noreply@blogger.comBlogger31125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-55483662318970973152007-10-23T11:19:00.000-04:002007-10-23T11:19:00.000-04:00Very wise decision. And I wouldn't get my feeling...Very wise decision. And I wouldn't get my feelings hurt at all. Hope the virus missed Momma and Daddy and that Jackson is all well. Bless his little heart. And yours too for clean up duty. Not fun.Amy Thttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10142898730112090580noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-70990226082505975202007-10-22T19:28:00.000-04:002007-10-22T19:28:00.000-04:00Amanda,Sorry about the bug. It is going around. ...Amanda,<BR/><BR/>Sorry about the bug. It is going around. Several of my students have been out. I understand about Facebook. I got a request from someone I never heard of. I blocked any further requests from them. Check out the security portion of Facebook.<BR/><BR/>I pray Jackson gets well and the rest of the family stays well.<BR/><BR/>MichelleAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-88300484446008380252007-10-22T14:19:00.000-04:002007-10-22T14:19:00.000-04:00Amanda,Praying you and Curt don't get the bug! I ...Amanda,<BR/>Praying you and Curt don't get the bug! I think people will understand about not doing facebook. I hadn't heard of it but you're right, need to be careful. I'd seen my grown son's myspace and it can get wierd comments from people. I was really happy to find LPM's blog and find out there are really good Christian based blogs out there!<BR/>God Bless,<BR/>KathleenAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-60512989379801223622007-10-22T11:16:00.000-04:002007-10-22T11:16:00.000-04:00I taught at that school next to the football stadi...I taught at that school next to the football stadium, near your home. :) I "retired" after 4 years. Whew.Finally an Abrigg.....https://www.blogger.com/profile/01147670990704895226noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-90554051379186417752007-10-22T10:51:00.000-04:002007-10-22T10:51:00.000-04:00You are very wise in your decision! I am glad the ...You are very wise in your decision! I am glad the Jackson is feeling better. I pray you and your hubby don't get it! <BR/>You always write something that makes me laugh and I laughed over the Griswold comment. I watched Christmas Vacation a few weeks ago and I was picturing your 14 pumpkins! Clark would be proud! I can't stop you because my whole house is decorated for Fall. Wait until Christmas! I miss putting my pumpkins out because we are moving in a few weeks. I console myself knowing that I will decorate our new home a week after we move in with my zillion Christmas decorations.<BR/>Have a great Monday!Pattyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07887882490817883199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-40294770227272139992007-10-22T10:11:00.000-04:002007-10-22T10:11:00.000-04:00So sorry to hear Jackson is not feeling well. We ...So sorry to hear Jackson is not feeling well. We will be sure to send a prayer up that you and Curt don't come down with it!Allisonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17774514715558934425noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-14254413928564062942007-10-22T10:04:00.000-04:002007-10-22T10:04:00.000-04:00Amanda -I love that you are so personal on your bl...Amanda -<BR/>I love that you are so personal on your blog. I, too, have been trying to protect my family on my blog - but still be "REAL" to the women who read it. I have been keeping copies of my entries on my laptop - and then every once in awhile, I go in and delete old posts on blogger. I figure someone doesn't need two years of history and pictures on me and my family. The fairly recent is enough! Just an idea for ya! :)Dionnahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15887793549770593022noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-17379910474854329942007-10-22T09:59:00.000-04:002007-10-22T09:59:00.000-04:00one benefit of blogging is finding resources like ...one benefit of blogging is finding resources like Vicki's book and blog...i missed the Focus forum...that's right the battle I live in with my precious 16-year-old boy...i had 3 graduate from college this year so i thought i "knew the ropes" until we let our freshman on MySpace---oh my!!!---no private passwords here...i have seen really disturbing things this year...thank you so much for the link to something wise and weighty...<BR/>ps - i laughed so hard at your "dog invading the neighbors" storyBev Brandon @ The Frayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14403416688340930011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-29784804738703896522007-10-21T23:42:00.000-04:002007-10-21T23:42:00.000-04:00Understand...totally. And sorry about the crazine...Understand...totally. And sorry about the craziness that has been used against your family. It shouldn't be, it just shouldn't be.<BR/>May you have a week full of God's blessings. And no tummy troubles at the J House.twinklehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03522192646526647165noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-1955348664135553762007-10-21T22:27:00.000-04:002007-10-21T22:27:00.000-04:00I am still a newbie to your blog, but enjoy your p...I am still a newbie to your blog, but enjoy your posts a lot! <BR/><BR/>I think you are wise to exercise caution with your posts, wherever they may be. We had a scare just over a year ago with someone using my infant daughter's pictures and "story" as his/her own. That said, we've password protected our blog.hallegracesmamahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18330502847862607417noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-21248741972270135022007-10-21T22:19:00.001-04:002007-10-21T22:19:00.001-04:00I don't blame you. I refuse to be "friends" with a...I don't blame you. I refuse to be "friends" with anyone on myspace or facebook that I don't actually know. A little too weird for me...Erin Wardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07748887878644569065noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-44072770077467570632007-10-21T22:19:00.000-04:002007-10-21T22:19:00.000-04:00Poor Jackson. Lil Miss Firecracker is not the thro...Poor Jackson. Lil Miss Firecracker is not the throw uppy kind and I so very much thank God for that. Daddy Firecracker was always on "input" and somehow I did most of the "output". I feel for y'all.<BR/><BR/>My HS alma mater was Ma******r and the rivalry was between us and I*****. Has that changed? Where does N&&&&z fall in there? But that was MANY MANY moons ago. Back then a football player would never have been caught dead being in band, so KUDOS to that incredible young man. Awesome! Reading your post brought back sights and sounds memories of that stadium.<BR/><BR/>For someone who does not have a blog out of respect for my husband's wish to protect our privacy, I understand. Those who know and love you ceraintly won't be offended about your decision. I have only had one person be rude about me not having a blog and that was someone I personally know. You do what is best for your family.<BR/><BR/>And I will disagree, you are a big deal, especially to your siestas.Bethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14610250042466322665noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-89772867314842891582007-10-21T21:36:00.000-04:002007-10-21T21:36:00.000-04:00Oh goodness. I am so sorry to hear that you were o...Oh goodness. I am so sorry to hear that you were on vomit duty all night. I will pray for Jackson's recovery and that you guys don't get it.<BR/><BR/>Thanks for mentioning my book! Let me tell you girl, I am AMENing your comments about being more selective on Facebook. Would you believe that MY KIDS get friend requests from girls who attend my events or read my books? Talk about unnerving! Of course, they are under strict orders not to accept. <BR/><BR/>I too, am struggling to find the balance of when to accept and when to decline. It's especially hard when you are in public ministry and write and speak to an audience that expects to find you on these sites. Sigh. The key is balance and I think you are being prudent. A lot of mommas enjoy your wit and wisdom, so keep a' bloggin'!<BR/><BR/>Now go back to spraying your house down with Lysol!Vicki Courtneyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02786039978582392309noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-15258957761318662032007-10-21T21:21:00.000-04:002007-10-21T21:21:00.000-04:00we had a stomach virus around our home last week. ...we had a stomach virus around our home last week. <BR/><BR/>It was a classic moment:<BR/>my son woke me up crying because he had just thrown up...<BR/>daughter then doesn't want to go to school because "she doesn't feel good" (yeah right...)<BR/>I tell her to go lay down for a bit, she's going to school. I totally took the hard line with her.<BR/>Next thing I know she's thrown up.<BR/><BR/>Not a good call on my part.<BR/><BR/>Stay well!<BR/><BR/>Blessings,<BR/>KarlaKarla Porter Archerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12852059935122763051noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-13012861783298335412007-10-21T21:04:00.000-04:002007-10-21T21:04:00.000-04:00We had a week like that here..two sick out of thr...We had a week like that here..two sick out of three! I'm thinking at least one of us is going to get it!<BR/><BR/>I totally agree with you on the Facebook thing. Lots of people have access to my blog,(not too many read it, but that's beside the point :)) but Facebook friends are limited. It's very hard to find a happy medium when it comes to the internet.<BR/>I heard Vicki Courtney on the radio the other day and I think I'm going to get that book. I have a 10 year old with VERY limited web access, but he's only going to get older and it's important to be one step ahead.Darlene R.https://www.blogger.com/profile/17259222209300698700noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-89996876958064466782007-10-21T20:50:00.000-04:002007-10-21T20:50:00.000-04:00I love it that you are cautious...no hurt feelings...I love it that you are cautious...no hurt feelings here...kind of weird if you think about it...hey, you should accept me as your friend b/c I read your blog...<BR/><BR/>Always err on the side of caution. Your family is just too precious.Elizahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08962752661095005198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-90306488460290053962007-10-21T20:17:00.000-04:002007-10-21T20:17:00.000-04:00If you can clean up (read: smell) vomit without ga...If you can clean up (read: smell) vomit without gagging yourself, you're ahead of me in the Mommy department. WAY ahead of me. The smell of vomit alone is enough to give me dry heaves until my eyes water. <BR/><BR/>Lord have mercy, this parenting stuff isn't for wimps. I fervently pray you and Curt avoid the virus.Kelly @ Love Wellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18037513409301217473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-41754839809624842452007-10-21T19:49:00.000-04:002007-10-21T19:49:00.000-04:00sara loves football games too... she claps no matt...sara loves football games too... she claps no matter who does what, she just loves to be "in the moment" i guess. and go ahead and pass some pumpkins this way, b/c bad mommy that I am hasn't even gotten ONE yet- last year I had like 15 or so..not sure what the deal is, maybe if it FELT like fall...not mid-summer around here, i'd be more motivated to do so! We'll see if the weather predictions this week (of cool weather) come through... have a good week!Jackiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12688785838345021704noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-38949794496780927992007-10-21T19:35:00.000-04:002007-10-21T19:35:00.000-04:00OH Amanda, I'm so sorry Jackson got sick. All six...OH Amanda, I'm so sorry Jackson got sick. All six of us had it...and we bonded :)<BR/><BR/>Praying that it passes over.<BR/>Love in Him,<BR/>HollyHollyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00794673914973256109noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-53114259397742305072007-10-21T19:28:00.000-04:002007-10-21T19:28:00.000-04:00Everyone needs areas in their life that is just of...Everyone needs areas in their life that is just off limits. I'm sure that you're "normal" just like the rest of us...but you do happen to be a bit more of a visible role model and unfortunately in today's society, a target. Don't ever feel the need to apologize for protecting yourself and your family. (But, I am glad that you're keeping your blog open..as I do enjoy reading and connecting with you and the other ladies I've met on the WWW)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06987814500457262146noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-18082613248013157442007-10-21T18:08:00.000-04:002007-10-21T18:08:00.000-04:00Amanda,I completely heard your heart and understoo...Amanda,<BR/>I completely heard your heart and understood every word you typed. We do live in a crazy world and I think you were being VERY smart. You need to keep your life separate and private with your college girls. Good for you!!<BR/><BR/>And....about the stomach thing. I can handle ANYTHING but that nasty thing. It is not my kids "bug of choice" thank goodness. I'll pray for ya momma!!<BR/><BR/>much love,<BR/>FranFranhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07463139671535000329noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-51982745295663028932007-10-21T18:03:00.000-04:002007-10-21T18:03:00.000-04:00Hey Amanda,I totally feel the same way as you! I a...Hey Amanda,<BR/>I totally feel the same way as you! I almost erased my blog about two weeks ago but my hubby said to keep it... mostly for our families sake. <BR/><BR/>I can't believe you have that many pumpkins:) I have one for each member of the family.<BR/><BR/>Hope Jackson feels better!<BR/>And that you and Curt don't get sick!<BR/><BR/>Blessings,<BR/>SuziAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-53185657314508848722007-10-21T18:00:00.000-04:002007-10-21T18:00:00.000-04:00Amanda, you don't need to publish this if you don'...Amanda, you don't need to publish this if you don't want to, but there is a Jasper's in Plano. I don't know how close you are to Plano, but it is WELL worth the trip. That dessert was awesome... I get the impression that the lunch menu is the way to go. I think dinner there might be a little pricey, but I could be wrong. Anyway, if you go let me know if you like it.Nancy Monhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07643177474590843817noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-59347057663503176082007-10-21T17:59:00.000-04:002007-10-21T17:59:00.000-04:00Amanda, I think this is wise and completely unders...Amanda, I think this is wise and completely understandable. God bless and don't get sick!Laurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01435035805263444962noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-48652607862261863732007-10-21T17:58:00.000-04:002007-10-21T17:58:00.000-04:00A football player turned into a marching band memb...A football player turned into a marching band member playing the flute. It soulds like a video off of You Tube. Oh my, I would have LOVED to see that!<BR/><BR/>Hope Jackson is feeling better. 4 kids in my class were absent this week b/c of that virus. I am praying HARD that I don't get it. I'll send up a quick prayer that y'all don't get it, either!Lindsee Louhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15764774489394905110noreply@blogger.com