tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8209639647705729860.comments2023-06-10T06:29:26.368-06:00Daily Offensive (baha!)Daily Offensive (baha!)http://www.blogger.com/profile/03047182991316003595noreply@blogger.comBlogger1459125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8209639647705729860.post-46942162879558014922011-09-13T17:18:14.850-06:002011-09-13T17:18:14.850-06:00Oh, my Sarah... So good to read your words once m...Oh, my Sarah... So good to read your words once more! I've reconnected with the world and have even started my own blog, Mother of Pearl. I really want to keep in better touch with you, the last time we chatted, I was still pregnant and you had just (secretly) gotten married. I am glad to hear that marriage has been refreshing for you and that you are with a man who loves the Lord and treats you like the amazing woman you are. No one deserves it more. I'm now following your blog and am going to be doing some back-reading. Just wanted to say "hi", tell you that you're in my thoughts, and thank you for being such a poet. You are beautiful, inside and out! Much love and many blessings to you -- StevieMotherOfPearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00412122841683531730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8209639647705729860.post-30741415223769945732011-08-18T09:39:24.655-06:002011-08-18T09:39:24.655-06:00thank you for your words... I too have been rethin...thank you for your words... I too have been rethinking some things and yours hit home today. These sentiments are so intertwined with growth and happiness-<br /><br /><i>"I've learned about friendship. What it looks like, what it doesn't look like. Where I need to improve and where I've done a good job. I've learned to let go and/or to cling to, all the while finally realizing that friendship is not a source of "what can I get from this?" but "how can I be your friend, first?" That's a tricky one, let me tell you."</i>maliaanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05534103721989148698noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8209639647705729860.post-49668266469429172942011-08-17T21:38:29.989-06:002011-08-17T21:38:29.989-06:00Wowsa! You sure have done a TON! And I've wo...Wowsa! You sure have done a TON! And I've wondered where've you've been.<br /><br />I can't even list the things I've done, because you just down right outdid me with your amazing list!<br /><br />Yayyy for the cool, sexy, sophisticated Goddess of paperclips!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8209639647705729860.post-9716799948770345652011-07-12T15:40:36.889-06:002011-07-12T15:40:36.889-06:00Awesome job, ladies!!Awesome job, ladies!!Melissa S.https://www.blogger.com/profile/07228846372353663496noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8209639647705729860.post-27621049748936158882011-03-27T21:26:46.790-06:002011-03-27T21:26:46.790-06:00Listening to one's heart is good advice - your...Listening to one's heart is good advice - your head may be telling you your problem is X, but your heart will always know your problem is Y. Quieting the stressed-out, drama-filled brain is an excellent way to figure out what the heart knows.Sarahhttp://www.sarahsadventuresinmediocrity.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8209639647705729860.post-21858049904079721132011-03-11T14:09:04.306-07:002011-03-11T14:09:04.306-07:00I also agree with the above comments. Some days I...I also agree with the above comments. Some days I feel like I'm being pulled in to a 'hell hole' listening to toxic people and their relationships. I'm now trying to separate myself from those couples or people, for my own mental health.<br /><br />But on the other hand, there are people going thru struggles, whom aren't 'toxic'. And those people, I love to help, assist, listen to and love.<br /><br />Hugs Nomz!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8209639647705729860.post-47689285313543992102011-03-10T21:43:40.664-07:002011-03-10T21:43:40.664-07:00I agree with the above statement when they said le...I agree with the above statement when they said learning to walk away, even if it is difficult, is sometimes the only resolution that works. I'm sorry that you're going through such a tough time and feeling so torn. Love you Naomi.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8209639647705729860.post-81789469049950460862011-03-10T21:26:38.837-07:002011-03-10T21:26:38.837-07:00It's a sad thing to watch people lose so much ...It's a sad thing to watch people lose so much of themselves while they're busy blaming others... Sometimes, it's just better to walk away and let them figure it out for themselves. And, if they don't, walking away from the toxicity is the best gift you can give yourself.<br /><br />I have learned that walking away, while it might be difficult, is the only resolution dealing with those that refuse to honestly look at their actions and words.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8209639647705729860.post-75181922271210537192011-03-02T12:03:29.569-07:002011-03-02T12:03:29.569-07:00I have 3 boys under 6 and I set a time limit for t...I have 3 boys under 6 and I set a time limit for them to finish main course if they want dessert. So they have endless time to eat their dinner but must finish in max 30mins if they want dessert that night. Works almost every time! Only twice have any of them not finished :)<br /> <br />from a friend of SazaranAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8209639647705729860.post-91763501918828923612011-02-21T18:07:35.214-07:002011-02-21T18:07:35.214-07:00I think you should provide them with lots and lots...I think you should provide them with lots and lots of candy at eye level all day long and just skip dinner! I shall provide the candy!<br /><br />(Love, a hopeless Grandparent)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8209639647705729860.post-86955563074918858552011-02-21T14:46:18.425-07:002011-02-21T14:46:18.425-07:00WHAT IF you made them eat dinner separately. Just ...WHAT IF you made them eat dinner separately. Just for a little while. And then you can use the idea of them being together as ammo. "KRae, if you eat your dinner you can play with Bug." and "Bug, you have to finish before you can play with your sister." That may be the worst idea of these, but it's what popped into my head.<br /><br />I LOVE YOU and think you're an AWESOME mama.Sazarannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8209639647705729860.post-21457088569213593652011-02-21T11:16:58.541-07:002011-02-21T11:16:58.541-07:00I don't know if this works for girls, but I ge...I don't know if this works for girls, but I get my boys to race to see which one can get done first. They are slightly competitive....this could be a problem later in life! I had the timer when I was little and I also hated it, but I have to admit it was successful! Good luck!<br /><br />DebbieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8209639647705729860.post-40087948712881326922011-02-20T13:10:54.618-07:002011-02-20T13:10:54.618-07:00I am having the same struggles with Russell...righ...I am having the same struggles with Russell...right now (and you know as well as I do that with toddlers everyday changes :) ) BUT right now what works for him when he doesn't want to eat is to simply say to him...."hmmm well... i guess you're too tired to eat you will have to go to bed and sleep then" which of course he doesn't want to do so he immediately starts eating his food...<br /><br />another tip that I remember my mom doing, is making a game out of it...like "oh you better not eat that...I'm going to eat it and I'm hungry" and of course the kids want to eat it before mom eats the food....but this can VERY MUCH back fire on you so use with caution :)<br /><br />Hope that helps!!! Hang in there...you're not alone (meaning other mama's, but also...how cool, you've gotta big "papa" bear there too to help alleviate some of the stress! :) )<br />Love yaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8209639647705729860.post-49608782595197729412011-02-19T18:51:18.011-07:002011-02-19T18:51:18.011-07:00I don't know how much advice I can give, becau...I don't know how much advice I can give, because I don't have children, but I was raised in a large family. We always sat down to dinner at the same time, started with our prayers, ate together and didn't leave the table until the entire family was finished. I don't remember struggles. It was just a routine and no one argued. Hopefully if you keep up the consistency (as much as possible), they will 'fall into it' and all will be well! <br /><br />Good luck girl!Lindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10571623838617414261noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8209639647705729860.post-32610972509714440782011-02-16T21:35:26.081-07:002011-02-16T21:35:26.081-07:00Thank you for the mention.
I *love* Hyperbole and...Thank you for the mention.<br /><br />I *love* Hyperbole and a Half.AiringMyLaundryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11051140760624657630noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8209639647705729860.post-77377776534359373982011-02-16T20:40:36.399-07:002011-02-16T20:40:36.399-07:00d'aw, you sweethearts!
I love the image at the...d'aw, you sweethearts!<br />I love the image at the beginning of the post. <br />"Must love writing" is my ideal personal ad tagline!Calamity Jillhttp://www.calamityjill.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8209639647705729860.post-38489858602434719122011-02-16T20:26:35.087-07:002011-02-16T20:26:35.087-07:00I'm still learning how to blog at the ripe old...I'm still learning how to blog at the ripe old age of ___. So thanks for the hints and advice!<br /><br />Love following you gals!Lover of your BLOG!noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8209639647705729860.post-65715993808309842212011-02-16T13:18:58.587-07:002011-02-16T13:18:58.587-07:00Happiness = Hyperbole and a HalfHappiness = Hyperbole and a HalfElainanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8209639647705729860.post-2799123554657902702011-02-16T09:56:17.333-07:002011-02-16T09:56:17.333-07:00Thanks for the mention. I've learned a lot fro...Thanks for the mention. I've learned a lot from this amazing little word landing zone called The Daily Offensive.B. Pagano IIhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17490496958395664025noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8209639647705729860.post-12037873804981672172011-02-11T22:56:10.479-07:002011-02-11T22:56:10.479-07:00I love my (your) girls. I love my Scooter. I love...I love my (your) girls. I love my Scooter. I love my Pal. I love Grampa Days. So I guess that means I love this blog! :) I love you, Nomz. Always. And praying for a "get well" quick for you both. ~DadAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8209639647705729860.post-77443601133959977232011-02-11T20:19:03.497-07:002011-02-11T20:19:03.497-07:00Family down the road.
I honestly can say I LOVE ...Family down the road. <br />I honestly can say I LOVE WATCHING your family grow and watching each of you find your own place in your home... I am grateful to be just down the road, and be able to help you all in a pinch. I love that you let me help you and feel usefull.. Means more then you could ever know. I am always here to lend a hand, deliver dinner, or pitch in were ever needed..Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8209639647705729860.post-83507092145571206042011-02-11T17:01:39.699-07:002011-02-11T17:01:39.699-07:00FINALLY! We have missed you Nomz!!
Great blog! ...FINALLY! We have missed you Nomz!!<br /><br />Great blog! All seems well with you and your new home, wonderful man and everything in between. I am VERY happy for you!<br /><br />Also LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the family paragraph. Sometimes it helps to have extended family beyond the DNA, just to keep us sane.<br /><br />Enjoy the ice cream!Lover of your BLOG!noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8209639647705729860.post-78860608446420275412011-02-07T18:12:17.308-07:002011-02-07T18:12:17.308-07:00I loved this post. I love you Sarah! I am so happy...I loved this post. I love you Sarah! I am so happy/excited for you.<br />I also know what it is like to be on the receiving end of God's better-than-I-could-ever-imagine relationship plan! (I love that your guy comments on your posts all the time!)<br />God has a plan. And it is BEAUTIFUL!Skyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01446914963118461073noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8209639647705729860.post-289664398592666002011-02-07T17:31:25.495-07:002011-02-07T17:31:25.495-07:00As you know and as I've told you so many times...As you know and as I've told you so many times, in you God has fulfilled everything I knew I wanted, everything He knew I needed and everything I desired but dare not spoke for fear of it never being fulfilled. I love you deeply and promise to always invoke HAPPYSIGHS. <3B. Pagano IIhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17490496958395664025noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8209639647705729860.post-56311744414079448792011-01-28T15:36:02.550-07:002011-01-28T15:36:02.550-07:00I have been married for almost 12 years, and yes s...I have been married for almost 12 years, and yes some days are very trying adn it takes work. No one ever said it would be easy but at the end of the those long hard days if you can look at the one you have married and still know that you love them with every ounce of being in you then you know you will be happy forever. I am still as much in love with my hubby as I was the day we got married./ 3 kids and 12 years later we still lose ourselves in each other on a daily basis. I wish you the very best and for those people who say "I will ask again in 365 days" tell them go ahead because I am happy and will forever be happy.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com