tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post2621629381636931924..comments2024-02-02T23:18:20.621-05:00Comments on Baby Bangs: Spasm!Amandahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16777762608528843328noreply@blogger.comBlogger139125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-23901431091450702662010-02-09T15:17:50.339-05:002010-02-09T15:17:50.339-05:00Just so you know...if it matters...I agree with yo...Just so you know...if it matters...I agree with you about your facebook decision. <br /><br />Also, want to say...thanks for allowing us to be apart of your lives....and for sharing "life" with us other moms.....<br />You don't have to...but you do...means alot.Amy Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06063996215551704224noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-19509162070186998912010-02-05T22:28:40.820-05:002010-02-05T22:28:40.820-05:00It makes me a little sad that you feel sick tellin...It makes me a little sad that you feel sick telling us that you need to have boundaries. You are a LOT like your mom aren't you. At the SSMT she mentioned about not getting to hug EVERYONE there on Friday night. And she probably would have pushed herself to, if she didn't have wise women around pushing and perhaps pulling her out the door. <br /><br />Amanda, you HAVE to have a life outside of the spotlight...you JUST DO! Not only for yourself, but for your family. I would think anyone who was offended by that, was rightly NOT on your fb friends list!!! <br /><br />(ummm sometimes I warm my feet with my hair dryer)<br /><br />MelanaMoose Mamahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05363988484284236684noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-41512631717897460272010-02-05T15:57:35.298-05:002010-02-05T15:57:35.298-05:00Amanda,
I am playing blog catch up...I was readin...Amanda,<br /><br />I am playing blog catch up...I was reading this one and I absolutely LOVE that ya'll keep your friends and family closer than the "outside world." Jesus had an inner circle and I think that is what keeps your mom and you all so grounded in who you are...<br /><br />Ya'll are authentic in your love for Jesus and each other and that shines through...KEEP IT THAT WAY!!!<br /><br />I pray God's protection over your relationships with Him, your family, and friends!<br /><br />God bless!<br /><br />AmberLiving day by day for Jesushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04197296126547525120noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-70425863433711431072010-01-31T14:35:04.667-05:002010-01-31T14:35:04.667-05:00I COMPLETELY understand about the FB thing. I hav...I COMPLETELY understand about the FB thing. I have a blog that is layered so deep that NO ONE would be able to find it if they knew me. I just need a place to let it all hang out. And some of the hang outs are ugly . . . and while I never name names, if someone close to me read it, they could figure out who's who in about .09 seconds. Only my hubby knows about the "hidden blog."<br /><br />Your personal life is yours and Gods to do with it what the both of you see fit. I'm glad you have healthy boundaries!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-87330274405602759762010-01-30T23:25:16.743-05:002010-01-30T23:25:16.743-05:00Amanda, I have followed your blog for a long time....Amanda, I have followed your blog for a long time. I found you through my friend Erica Harris Stidham. I have absolutely loved reading your blog and the LPM blog. I have wanted to comment many times, but for some reason I haven't. When I read about Curtis running the hairdryer on his legs, I couldn't help myself. I have never met another person who does this besides my husband!! Finally, there is someone else out there! I can't believe it. We've been married 11 years and there is no changing him, so he now has a hairdryer for that purpose alone.<br /><br />I also want to encourage you in your FB decision. You absolutely need your own personal space. FB is crazy enough having friends you know in real life. I can't imagine being in your shoes and having people all over the world obsessing over you. (And I mean that in the sweetest way, but I think that's what we women can sometimes do - obsess over other women and make them idols.) You seem to have such a tender heart, so I know it must have been a hard decision. It was the right decision. You deserve some privacy and some normalcy in your life. Surely people can understand that. And if they don't, we'll just pray that they do. You share so much on your blog, which isn't private. People should be grateful to know that piece of you, which, by the way, is always so refreshingly honest.<br /><br />Keep posting. I love your heart!Exum Familyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15904297637704935194noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-47554101617231969462010-01-30T17:24:17.848-05:002010-01-30T17:24:17.848-05:00I just closed my FB account a week ago. I tried t...I just closed my FB account a week ago. I tried to dwindle things down but it still didn't feel right. FB is just too personal for me. I felt like I was eavesdropping on people and learning things about them I didn't need to know. There was no mystery left. I just don't need that kind of knowledge or drama. So I just got out of there completely. I haven't missed it for one single second. I have heard from a few people who couldn't understand why I left but I'm not going back. I know I made the right decision. These people will have to *gasp* contact me the "old fashioned" way by email. ;-)<br /><br />So all that is to say please don't waste a single second on feeling guilty! You have to do what is right for you. ((hugs))<br />MelissaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-33628611175204078912010-01-30T16:35:09.456-05:002010-01-30T16:35:09.456-05:00Kudos to you about your decision regarding FB! Th...Kudos to you about your decision regarding FB! The "fishbowl" life (espically that of a PK, PW, etc.) is hard and can be painful with way too much unneeded drama/judgment. I admire you for taking this stand (and Melissa) too. You have inspired me....I think I'll go on a "de-friending" spree too. giggle. You are an inspiration. Love ya!Beckyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12683917414968032566noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-36072471048425041672010-01-30T13:11:18.325-05:002010-01-30T13:11:18.325-05:00Amanda,
I think that you are very wise in your de...Amanda, <br />I think that you are very wise in your decision regarding FB. Your post actually got me thinking more about the list of "friends" that I have on mine. Boundaries are healthy. <br />Thank you for sharing as much as you do about your family and your life...I realize that you don't have to do that but you chose to. <br />It was nice to meet you this past weekend!<br />Blessings,<br />Bethany in CA.<br /><br />P.S. I don't have children but I despise Walmart. Went there the day after Thanksgiving (I was temporarily out of my mind!) stayed like 30 minutes and left...it was ridiculous! I choose Target anyday!bethanyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04766687202439606185noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-81161720588927603632010-01-30T10:53:27.863-05:002010-01-30T10:53:27.863-05:00I love reading your blog. I am in the process of ...I love reading your blog. I am in the process of starting up mine. But I am thinking it will be a while in that it took me a week to come up with a username for this google account. I don't blame you for the facebook friend list. I do the same thing. Blogs and twitter are fun but facebook for me is a place where I keep up with my family and friends that live faraway.<br /><br />So how is the no eating french fries going? I had to make french fries for the family supper the other night that was kind of hard not to snack on one but I didn't.<br /><br />God bless you and your familyJeannieofVirginiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16168062265434048198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-15218213779543788572010-01-30T10:53:07.890-05:002010-01-30T10:53:07.890-05:00I love reading your blog. I am in the process of ...I love reading your blog. I am in the process of starting up mine. But I am thinking it will be a while in that it took me a week to come up with a username for this google account. I don't blame you for the facebook friend list. I do the same thing. Blogs and twitter are fun but facebook for me is a place where I keep up with my family and friends that live faraway.<br /><br />So how is the no eating french fries going? I had to make french fries for the family supper the other night that was kind of hard not to snack on one but I didn't.<br /><br />God bless you and your familyJeannieofVirginiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16168062265434048198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-83206064407401340462010-01-30T10:52:59.679-05:002010-01-30T10:52:59.679-05:00I love reading your blog. I am in the process of ...I love reading your blog. I am in the process of starting up mine. But I am thinking it will be a while in that it took me a week to come up with a username for this google account. I don't blame you for the facebook friend list. I do the same thing. Blogs and twitter are fun but facebook for me is a place where I keep up with my family and friends that live faraway.<br /><br />So how is the no eating french fries going? I had to make french fries for the family supper the other night that was kind of hard not to snack on one but I didn't.<br /><br />God bless you and your familyJeannieofVirginiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16168062265434048198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-45284491506175655242010-01-30T07:43:16.030-05:002010-01-30T07:43:16.030-05:00Sweet Amanda,
Don't you dare feel bad about FB...Sweet Amanda,<br />Don't you dare feel bad about FB!!! I don't accept people as friends that I don't know, and wouldn't expect you guys to do that either!! <br /><br />You are a gem!!<br />SusanSusan T-Vhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05230186632034692524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-64926851213695561262010-01-29T20:54:02.480-05:002010-01-29T20:54:02.480-05:00I've been a long time reader of both blogs and...I've been a long time reader of both blogs and so appreciate your openness and honesty. I've learned so much and grown so much in my walk through your example as a daughter, wife, and mother. I just want to say that you totally deserve a place to be just you and if FB is that for you, then by all means keep it to yourselves!!Angelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04078520845067033736noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-18007365849396980012010-01-29T20:36:09.549-05:002010-01-29T20:36:09.549-05:00Oh...and my kids are 13,12 and 9 and I STILL hate ...Oh...and my kids are 13,12 and 9 and I STILL hate taking them with me to Walmart. Ugh.Franhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07463139671535000329noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-2974004861522326062010-01-29T20:34:49.643-05:002010-01-29T20:34:49.643-05:00Girl...I am cracking up over Curtis and the hair d...Girl...I am cracking up over Curtis and the hair dryer thing! That is awesome. I stay cold so I totally get it.<br /><br />And, about the facebook deal..y'all are so very smart. Boundaries are absolutely KEY and you must have them. We all must have them. Proud of you.<br /><br />Hope y'all have a great weekend.<br />On the edge of my seat waiting to hear back from Debra and get an update soon on the Haiti situation.<br /><br />Hugs and blessings~<br />FranFranhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07463139671535000329noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-87957164851777340852010-01-29T18:38:59.065-05:002010-01-29T18:38:59.065-05:00I don't blame you regarding the FB decision. ...I don't blame you regarding the FB decision. I would not have near the amount of requests you probably do, and I have kept my "friends" limited. I think you share more of your life than most would on both blogs. You do bless your readers with your posts.Jodyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07493665532285353985noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-87602733657778721242010-01-29T18:07:18.253-05:002010-01-29T18:07:18.253-05:00I limit my FB friends and I don't even have a ...I limit my FB friends and I don't even have a famous family member. I don't give everyone my phone number either. Kinda the same concept?!<br /><br />Be at peace with this, my sister.<br /><br />:)Jesus Chickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17830249688533323969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-90086239751749582672010-01-29T15:08:32.790-05:002010-01-29T15:08:32.790-05:00I'm just echoing all the others who are glad y...I'm just echoing all the others who are glad you and Melissa can find some privacy/normalcy away from the fishbowl. Good move!LauraGhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17182195993795169637noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-42366148364383080332010-01-29T13:09:54.943-05:002010-01-29T13:09:54.943-05:00I so so so respect that...everyone needs healthy b...I so so so respect that...everyone needs healthy boundaries!! It's funny to be the opposite, using fb to foster new relationships, but what would I do if I had more than I could handle!? All I can say is, I wish I did know you in real life! Blessings!Barnes Famhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16241128767659427588noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-51589030078199307302010-01-29T11:41:05.270-05:002010-01-29T11:41:05.270-05:00Wow, I'm 2 days late - I'm guessing you...Wow, I'm 2 days late - I'm guessing you've made it to Walmart and back by now!<br /><br />I feel your pain taking 2 kids there. I am so happy I don't have to drag my kids along with me every where I go. Of course, they are both teenagers now and I have other issues but that's whole different issue.<br /><br />Thank you for addressing the FB thing! I was on Melissa's friends and then I wasn't and I was wondering if I did (or said) something to be removed, if I removed her by accident or if she just decided to remove people!! I'm going for the "I didn't do anything or remove her but she needs her own space" reasoning :-)!<br /><br />I understand needing your own space and all. I can tell you that we just love your mama (as you know) and we feel like we really know your whole family from doing the studies and all...It's like we've watched y'all grow up - you know??<br /><br />I'm just glad I get to be part of this blog because I just love you and your family for you!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11913298649840846183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-6288797959622615382010-01-29T09:26:09.401-05:002010-01-29T09:26:09.401-05:00Why on earth should anyone question your right to ...Why on earth should anyone question your right to allow only those whom you want to "friend" on your FB account? It is your account. No one has a "right" to barge into every corner of your life.....except God, your Mama and your man. <br /><br />Please don't let anyone upset you over this. <br />DeirdreDeirdrehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08583554624452350556noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-81091041021823266232010-01-29T00:53:46.411-05:002010-01-29T00:53:46.411-05:00Yesterday I took my first solo trip with my son to...Yesterday I took my first solo trip with my son to HEB. I felt like such a mom. It wasn't as bad as I thought. It helped that Michael was dressed super cute. But there isn't a cute baby outfit in the world that could induce me to take him to Walmart by myself. At least not yet.<br /><br />And has your husband tried using an electric blanket? It could save your hair dryer. Or you could just return the favor by using his razor.Leslie Maddoxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17145299190035316728noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-72490287428414689442010-01-28T21:40:41.659-05:002010-01-28T21:40:41.659-05:00Oh my, I think this is one of my favorite posts fr...Oh my, I think this is one of my favorite posts from you. Random, funny and straight forward! Hope one day we can meet! Until then I will just get your little sis! HWhittaker Womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17483663518451908964noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-63812770321998399842010-01-28T18:50:15.020-05:002010-01-28T18:50:15.020-05:00Your hubby's hairdryer thing is HILARIOUS! An...Your hubby's hairdryer thing is HILARIOUS! And you do not/should not have to explain your FB choices. I think it is awesome that you and Melissa and your mom let us in on so much of your personal lives as it is.Just Call Me Grammyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05431986086441716504noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24028336.post-8655429429453031942010-01-28T15:59:07.004-05:002010-01-28T15:59:07.004-05:00Posts like these are exactly why I respect you so ...Posts like these are exactly why I respect you so much. You are so authentic and genuine and deal so gracefully with the hard/uncomfortable things of ministry! Which for this twenty something just starting out is great wisdom. You are such a mentor to me from afar! (Or from the internet. Ha!) So, thank you!<br /><br />Also, I just started reading the book 'Boundaries', which has been super encouraging to me lately! Just a good book if you're looking for a read like that.<br /><br />As far as the hairdryer? Stinkin' hilarious and I can totally relate. My hairdryer literally blew up on me the morning of my girls retreat. Neat.Lindseehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13575555245582359975noreply@blogger.com