tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317477880142153579.post6669296518978811640..comments2023-06-02T08:01:26.422-07:00Comments on BUILDING THE BLOCKS...: To whom it may concern...Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13006198193450517574noreply@blogger.comBlogger46125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317477880142153579.post-37884953496180791682010-04-20T08:54:22.276-07:002010-04-20T08:54:22.276-07:00Well said...well said. Thank you. Someone recently...Well said...well said. Thank you. Someone recently made a very ugly comment about my daughter's gorgeous hair and pointedly said that I am a terrible mother because of it. <br /><br />Thank you for defending our children and pointing out that in the end, "stuff" is nothing. <br /><br />I am so happy to have found your blog! <br /><br />Lauralaurahttp://www.littlehoffman.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317477880142153579.post-64987563790811015322010-04-07T18:12:28.585-07:002010-04-07T18:12:28.585-07:00Seriously the best post I have ever read!!! STANDI...Seriously the best post I have ever read!!! STANDING UP HERE IN MY KITCHEN APPLAUDING YOU!! <br />dawnDawnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01198082344456465490noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317477880142153579.post-85942895389930879762010-03-31T09:56:46.740-07:002010-03-31T09:56:46.740-07:00So well said.So well said.Sharlahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06986104124394505985noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317477880142153579.post-43810292509207753852010-03-28T01:09:04.040-07:002010-03-28T01:09:04.040-07:00Beautifully said! Wow!!!
LaurelBeautifully said! Wow!!!<br /><br />LaurelLaurelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17253303288242135440noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317477880142153579.post-10200672458782031512010-03-27T18:23:06.136-07:002010-03-27T18:23:06.136-07:00Amy,
I personally think you were right on target t...Amy,<br />I personally think you were right on target to say that the lady shouldn't wear a cross but should live it. What a wretched witness to others to wear a cross and behave in such an un-Christlike manner. <br /><br />That is what turns SO many people "off" about Christianity...people who talk the talk and don't walk the walk.<br /><br />Hang in there! I think you are right on target with this one.Prepared for Rain!https://www.blogger.com/profile/14322749981540696020noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317477880142153579.post-20091214333697545912010-03-27T17:26:54.563-07:002010-03-27T17:26:54.563-07:00Laura (blg67)
Thank you for being sensitive to yo...Laura (blg67) <br />Thank you for being sensitive to your daughter. I believe it is our job as parents to protect our children from insensitive people. <br />Also, just for the record, I NEVER share EVERY detail of our lives on a public blog because I too am sensitive to my children's privacy. I try to share our hearts the experiences God gives us- and what we learn along the way. Some things you will know about us, others times you will only get a small glimpse. I don't claim to have all the answers or any answers for that matter. We are just a regular family living and loving the life God blessed us with- through the good and the bad.Amyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13006198193450517574noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317477880142153579.post-70302058794535312632010-03-27T17:26:54.564-07:002010-03-27T17:26:54.564-07:00BRAVOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!
I feel sorry for her as ...BRAVOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!<br /><br />I feel sorry for her as well, and I would be HONORED to meet each and every one of your beautiful children!Kellihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13375994098478625933noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317477880142153579.post-12412485183892411222010-03-27T17:14:30.814-07:002010-03-27T17:14:30.814-07:00THANK YOU for that post!!!! What an AWESOME remin...THANK YOU for that post!!!! What an AWESOME reminder! I love the way that God gives you WORDS that inspire and convict ... yet also have HIS spirit of compasssion!<br />Blessings on your beautiful growing family!<br />Mariabbqdaisyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03893083688295240909noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317477880142153579.post-47712511337351504762010-03-27T17:06:35.211-07:002010-03-27T17:06:35.211-07:00Amy,
In that case, (that you actually heard her sa...Amy,<br />In that case, (that you actually heard her say those things) that is appalling. It's really hard to comprehend that anyone would tell their child not to play with another child because of the color of their skin and I'm sorry you or your child has to deal with rude behavior like that. <br />I have a child who is hearing impaired and wears hearing aids. I can be sensitive about it. In the beginning, I always thought if people were whispering, they were saying something negative about my daughter. But then my husband reminds me that I have no idea what they are saying and they may not even be talking about me or our children at all! I just think we have to be careful not to jump to conclusions!<br /><br />I do agree that we have to be careful wearing the cross around our neck, but at the same time, like you said, we all make mistakes and it's difficult to judge someone's relationship with the Lord after a brief encounter. I just felt like you were saying that she had no business wearing a cross and that seemed harsh to me, even though what she did was inexcusable. Thanks for listening to my opinion! <br />Laurablg67https://www.blogger.com/profile/00900191896283154483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317477880142153579.post-73660601454382369932010-03-27T15:17:15.868-07:002010-03-27T15:17:15.868-07:00You go girl! It needs to be said, but then again, ...You go girl! It needs to be said, but then again, it does not - you know who you are and so do your children, and you are raising them in such a way that when the day comes for them to be the parents in the park with children of their own, they will say hello to "you" and not whisper unkind words, they will encourage the children to play together, and they will leave the park talking about the new friends that were made that day.<br /><br />Great, great, post.Gretchenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07077227393146525594noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317477880142153579.post-67550325518212718232010-03-27T15:13:43.725-07:002010-03-27T15:13:43.725-07:00Dear blg67,
thank you so much for sharing your opi...Dear blg67,<br />thank you so much for sharing your opinion. I agree- we have to be SO CAREFUL not to judge people when we don't know the whole story. And trust me, had I not been there and SEEN and HEARD it all I would not have written that post. I HEARD her say "You are NOT to play with that BLACK boy" and I saw that her little girl did NOTHING but walk up to him with a sweet, innocent smile on her face. I myself also tried to be friendly and smile at her as we walked up and noticed her whispering to her friend. All I received was a dirty look. I too am a devoted Christian and LIVE my life the best I can for the Lord. Do I make mistakes? You bet. That is why I forgave this lady. However, I also think we have to be VERY careful about hanging the cross around our neck and living out loud the way she did. Any other questions you have for me?Amyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13006198193450517574noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317477880142153579.post-29295645814080835152010-03-27T14:04:11.214-07:002010-03-27T14:04:11.214-07:00I have been a long time lurker and just wanted to ...I have been a long time lurker and just wanted to add my two cents: maybe the woman was scolding her daughter for something else. Maybe she was whispering about something else. And I don't think it's really fair to this woman to make assumptions that she isn't living a christian life (saying she had a cross around her neck and she should not just wear it but live it) because of one issue you had with her at the park. That seems awfully judgmental to me. I'm sure you get lots of stares and whispers but that doesn't necessarily mean everyone is saying something negative. Maybe they are, but maybe they are not. I am a devoted christian and I think we need to be careful about judging others especially someone we don't know at the park. Just my opinion. I really am inspired by your story and your new addition is absolutely adorable.blg67https://www.blogger.com/profile/00900191896283154483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317477880142153579.post-52608317315955865922010-03-27T13:43:23.594-07:002010-03-27T13:43:23.594-07:00Amy,
You can bring your kids to play with my kids...Amy,<br /><br />You can bring your kids to play with my kids any day! We would be blessed by your visit!!!!<br /><br />ChristinaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317477880142153579.post-81064359309168687382010-03-27T08:55:00.420-07:002010-03-27T08:55:00.420-07:00Just wanted you to know...while there may be those...Just wanted you to know...while there may be those who choose to avoid you/your family, there are those, like me, who admire you in an almost envious way!!! You have the most beautiful family and most beautiful heart! I come away from your blog each time I visit inspired and challenged and more in love with God!!!! Thank you!!!!!Kristyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12546288621924817904noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317477880142153579.post-68373064103541947432010-03-27T08:14:03.419-07:002010-03-27T08:14:03.419-07:00I am SO sorry this happened. Thank you for recogni...I am SO sorry this happened. Thank you for recognizing that each child is a gift from God and loving on these precious ones he has placed in your family. People like this are missing out on so much.Kathleenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04242104797223483460noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317477880142153579.post-8199512403773972002010-03-26T22:25:48.977-07:002010-03-26T22:25:48.977-07:00Amy you just keep on writing for the Lord. He has ...Amy you just keep on writing for the Lord. He has gifted you with the words to convey what so many need to hear.<br /><br />Minus it all, sister! Keep that favored head held high!!Tonya Brownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07632168174118830525noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317477880142153579.post-1239340790167745732010-03-26T22:09:43.708-07:002010-03-26T22:09:43.708-07:00Amazing post! Spoken from the heart of a Godly wom...Amazing post! Spoken from the heart of a Godly woman and mother! <br /><br />Just... awesome!blessedfamilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01005643562300506788noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317477880142153579.post-54694601472313106622010-03-26T20:03:03.074-07:002010-03-26T20:03:03.074-07:00Father forgive them for they know not what they do...Father forgive them for they know not what they do. Ignorance is the biggest special need in this world.Barbaranoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317477880142153579.post-62234315679474020442010-03-26T19:57:46.997-07:002010-03-26T19:57:46.997-07:00Beautifully written! Thank you for sharing this a...Beautifully written! Thank you for sharing this as I hope it will help me pause and think before I react if my sweet sons are ever faced with such treatment. Your family is beautiful and such a testament to God.Aileenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01750667553051719005noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317477880142153579.post-80703617148421806082010-03-26T19:37:37.947-07:002010-03-26T19:37:37.947-07:00AmenAmenLeah Wentzelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02675151126965417474noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317477880142153579.post-22527076650035073592010-03-26T19:36:23.482-07:002010-03-26T19:36:23.482-07:00wooooooohhoooooo!!!!!! FABULOUS POST!!!!!!!!! You...wooooooohhoooooo!!!!!! FABULOUS POST!!!!!!!!! You go girl.<br /><br />Love it.Adeyehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02805823858173447646noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317477880142153579.post-48548391299332747162010-03-26T16:28:23.692-07:002010-03-26T16:28:23.692-07:00I had to read this twice to make sure that I heard...I had to read this twice to make sure that I heard you correctly!!! It brought tears to my eyes both times and I admit that I just don't get it! I don't understand how anyone could be so mean! You are right, they are missing out because your family is AMAZING!!!The gFamilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17605085676171252765noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317477880142153579.post-6439432880677773102010-03-26T15:48:12.809-07:002010-03-26T15:48:12.809-07:00Amy, You Go Girl! Great post!Amy, You Go Girl! Great post!Trishhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05211070284563987668noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317477880142153579.post-67829351000510805722010-03-26T15:07:31.159-07:002010-03-26T15:07:31.159-07:00I'm sad to see that a small boy is pushed back...I'm sad to see that a small boy is pushed back because of the colour of the skin.<br /><br />I don't know USA, I'm belgium in europa but your president has the same colour as your son. And it's very well<br /><br />It has been almost 50 years since some Martin said: I have a dream....<br /><br /><br />This woman has nothing.<br /><br />You are rich because you have your son, your children.<br /><br />I would have liked to have just one child and the colour of the skin is not important, the child is the most precious.<br /><br />Bless childrenCharlottehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00722933411640964235noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317477880142153579.post-46633425723374397702010-03-26T14:00:53.724-07:002010-03-26T14:00:53.724-07:00Goodness gracious Amy! Your blog posts are INSPIR...Goodness gracious Amy! Your blog posts are INSPIRING!!! We have and are about to adopt another skin color, and it does not matter one bit what you look like. God loves EACH and EVERY child of His!!!! That story made me angry, very very angry. But then I read on, I don't always think to feel sorry for people with twisted minds. Thank you for showing me all sides!<br />Mattie PattersonAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com