tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post8483506618992286389..comments2023-11-11T00:44:20.900-08:00Comments on Bella's Blessings: December 29, 2010: Providence comes in sevens...Bella's Blessingshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09372603162401786615noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-72934379697158716832010-12-30T21:08:11.828-08:002010-12-30T21:08:11.828-08:00A little story I dont think I have shared. I beli...A little story I dont think I have shared. I believe that one of the pictures on the cd I sent you had a picture of one of the fish that were in the "pond" at Bellas memorial. As I was sitting there that day I kept hearing the sound of someone "kissing"...you know the wet sloppy kiss sound like when a child sends an "air" kiss. So I started to look around trying to figure out where the sound was coming from. Then I noticed the fish. It was on the far side at the top doing that thing that fish do with their mouths (hope you know what "that thing" is) and the sound of kisses was the result. It is my firm belief that Bella was sending kisses that day. :)<br /><br />That was a great story you shared...cant wait to hear more! <br /><br />I love, love, love this picture of Bella. It captures her beautiful eyes. With all of the pictures you have on your blog when I go to other blogs I expect pictures! You spoil us. :)<br /><br />Sending my love to all and the sweetest of kisses to Ali (hope she is feeling better!).<br /><br />Denise WIDenisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13295097495507100702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-56115013853671191302010-12-30T19:17:23.423-08:002010-12-30T19:17:23.423-08:00thanks for sharing this story - that is my favorit...thanks for sharing this story - that is my favorite picture of Bella yet<br /><br />Lauren in Spring, TXmomma betchanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18263768382094508717noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-19207004256752831072010-12-30T18:44:02.562-08:002010-12-30T18:44:02.562-08:00Great post today - I have been thinking about the ...Great post today - I have been thinking about the 'rules' (seem just like your 'lids')I make that serve only to make my life more difficult (and probably the lives of those around me). Thank you for both reassuring me that I'm normal and for adding to the push for me to be more aware of the rules/lids and to get rid of them.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-88403580832414532982010-12-30T16:55:02.415-08:002010-12-30T16:55:02.415-08:00I want to hear the rest! Love today's post. A...I want to hear the rest! Love today's post. And Bella's picture.Amanda Corinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10474125031425026139noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-24111391893848243812010-12-30T16:42:59.838-08:002010-12-30T16:42:59.838-08:00That picture of Bella is one of my favorites. Ter...That picture of Bella is one of my favorites. TerriAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-18303137373966848902010-12-30T15:24:31.319-08:002010-12-30T15:24:31.319-08:00Wonderful post today...
I, too, love when those bl...Wonderful post today...<br />I, too, love when those blessings and such reach me in a special way...<br />I used to keep a little journal of them all because I wanted to remember each and every one..<br />then the journal was full-quickly...<br />and then I lost track of writing them down and felt badly because I thought that if I didn't write them down, then I would forget them...<br />THEN I realized how BLESSED I really was to have SO MANY, that I could not possibly write them all down or remember them all...<br />but I remember many and they surely serve their purpose as God does in my heart and in my life..<br />Happy New Year to you all. And if you ever need a sitter for Ali, we should meet because my 3 year old son, 7 month old daughter and I would LOVE to spend time with her!The Liconashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08224099578506132814noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-71766845326061135312010-12-30T14:48:17.048-08:002010-12-30T14:48:17.048-08:00you are so welcome Donna!!you are so welcome Donna!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-63535659731531869612010-12-30T14:21:54.211-08:002010-12-30T14:21:54.211-08:00"Today I realized that God's Providence i..."Today I realized that God's Providence is all around me, just WAITING for its chance to shine upon me. The only limits are the ones I PUT ON GOD, not the other way around..."<br /><br />Love, love, love this and LOVE giving away money...it is so satisfying and I agree..."don't care where the money goes it was Gods anyway..."<br /><br />What a gift...the clam chowder...I am just basking in HIS care for you and your family.<br /><br />Happy New Year & Happy New You!! Donna in NJ<br /><br />PS...thanks for the JOY, Dawn!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-70048588526808804542010-12-30T12:14:08.964-08:002010-12-30T12:14:08.964-08:00What a great event to share - it is so hard to par...What a great event to share - it is so hard to part with money - espeically when you might be low on it! I always try to give whatever I can and not feel bad, but you are right there is a sting when you realize what you want to give will make the minute, day, week, etc hard on you! I am glad you gave!<br /><br />LOVE the picture of Bella!<br /><br />TinaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-3792241113960998832010-12-30T08:00:51.042-08:002010-12-30T08:00:51.042-08:00Tim, I'm removing the lid of self-sabotage. Im...Tim, I'm removing the lid of self-sabotage. Im going back to college. Put it off for a year doing my will. Time to get back into God's will. Amazing. When I listened to Him, (smiles), I was led. It's time to take action for me. I lifted the lid of self-sabotage. Im taking action. Traci, AlabamaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-7096651162843048642010-12-30T07:59:42.141-08:002010-12-30T07:59:42.141-08:00I love your story of Providence today. I fully be...I love your story of Providence today. I fully believe that all things happen for a reason, and it is often hard to understand that in the moment--sometimes the reason is revealed to us later, sometimes it is not. I really like your illustration of "lids", you know that I have been on a journey of stepping outside of my comfort zone (mostly through running) and I will be pushing the boundries of that zone again in 2011. The image of a "lid" is something that I can put in my bag of tricks...cool! I can't wait to hear about the rest of your stories!<br /><br />Michelle K.<br />The Colony, TxMichelle Khttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16717036934905798555noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-41876064649761853582010-12-30T07:39:23.332-08:002010-12-30T07:39:23.332-08:00A large, regional VA facility is located in my hom...A large, regional VA facility is located in my hometown, and it's not unusual to see a homeless veteran holding a sign, asking for a handout, at the corner of an intersection. My mom is notorious for cleaning out cupboards in her kitchen and sending me home with the contents (regardless of if I want them or not) when I visit her. <br /><br />One day I was just starting out on the hour drive back home from my Mom's when I came to an intersection with a very long stop light. An older veteran was standing by the road with a sign asking for money. I rolled down my window and said, "I don't have any money to give you, but would you like some food?" He said "Sure!" I then handed him a plastic grocery bag filled with the contents of my mom's "snack drawer." It had individually wrapped granola bars, chips, cookies, - all kinds of food that my stepdad, who regularly packs his lunch, would pack in his lunchbox. Perfect, prepackaged food for someone living out of a backpack. I don't think I could have given the guy a better donation if I had planned it.<br /><br />Looking forward to more of your stories of Providence!<br /><br />Angela in Dublin, OhioAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-82073140100720450992010-12-30T06:57:16.708-08:002010-12-30T06:57:16.708-08:00You know what I've noticed? The less money I h...You know what I've noticed? The less money I have, the more likely I am to give it to a stranger on the street. I wonder why that is?<br /><br />I can't think or write at the moment about 2011 - not enough time - but I did want to stop by and say hello. And guess what? Our good news from yesterday is that I finally figured out the deal with Ari's ear infections (and therefore his sleep as well). FINALLY! It feels good to have an answer and a plan.<br /><br />I love that photo of Bella. Looking forward to the upcoming days of stories. :)<br /><br />Best,<br />Cara in TucsonAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04906360173298018328noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-9730648298152307892010-12-30T05:43:42.251-08:002010-12-30T05:43:42.251-08:00When I was reading your book, the providence
stori...When I was reading your book, the providence<br />stories were one of my favorite parts. I think many times we come face to face with God but don't recognize Him. I mean, really, in a bowl of chowder? Thank you for the challenge to remove our lids and allow God to truly work in our lives. May we also be able to remove that which blinds us so we will recognize Him when He appears...wherever and however that may be.<br /><br />Looking forward to more stories of providence. Hope Ali is feeling better too!!<br /><br />Susan<br />A friend in NCAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-57227879216918503302010-12-30T03:33:04.954-08:002010-12-30T03:33:04.954-08:00Beautiful post :)Beautiful post :)Carriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07238418629813794417noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-56912996218758194532010-12-30T01:18:14.925-08:002010-12-30T01:18:14.925-08:00Every day i try to be a better person, and believe...Every day i try to be a better person, and believe me Tim when i say that your blog is a true inspiration to my life. Even when i am down for some reason, when i read you i see things in a diferent perspective, anda i feel better. I try to help others every day, from friends to stangers, nad when i succed i feel a real peace and joy inside me, and that´s what i will keep doing in 2011/2012/2013...and so on and so on.<br /><br />Today once again i was moved by your story of the day... and it is true, if there is anyone needing more than we do, why shouldn´t we help?<br /><br />Kisses.<br /><br />Sandra Coelho - PortugalAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-65078719316625826972010-12-30T00:30:34.453-08:002010-12-30T00:30:34.453-08:00Tim, your stories for Providence today were awesom...Tim, your stories for Providence today were awesome. I have a hard time giving away money sometimes to strangers but you are right, it's not my money, it's Gods and if that person has to stand there and humbly ask for money from strangers then, they obviously need it more than I do. Back when I was about 21 I worked at this fabulous hotel in downtown Riverside called The Mission Inn. There are A LOT of homeless people that hang out around there because the grounds are so gorgeous. Of course most come and go but there were a few that actually really lived there. One day a lady "resident" asked if I had any money to spare and the only money I had was a $10 bill in my purse. When I gave it to her she immeadiately grabbed me and gave me a HUGE hug. Although, that kind of weirded me out, it also warmed my heart and has left an impression on me that I will never forget. <br /><br />I'm so glad that you were able to enjoy some great Clam Chowder today too. How thoughtful of a patient to do that for the staff. That's awesome.<br /><br />I'm glad you had a great day and I hope that Ali has started feeling better.<br /><br />Great picture of BEAUTIFUL BELLA tonight.<br /><br />Lots of Love,<br />Amber, Craig, Malorie(2), and Liam(1)<br />The McLaughlin Family, CAThe McLaughlinshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13131393449323517990noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-53321618958275750172010-12-30T00:05:20.749-08:002010-12-30T00:05:20.749-08:00I try to live by my golden rule; J JESUS first
O O...I try to live by my golden rule; J JESUS first<br />O OTHERS second and Y YOU third. what do O have<br />JOY JOY JOY. bless you and yours from dawn in CanberraAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com