tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4529701964794268154.post2148154095531193460..comments2023-09-16T03:15:04.104-07:00Comments on "I am NOT a VOLCANO!" (and other such stories.): I hate it when I'm wrongWindthicket Fableshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09820803765909133728noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4529701964794268154.post-62378940431338208172010-03-25T21:05:34.999-07:002010-03-25T21:05:34.999-07:00I wish I didn't understand, but I do :)
I reme...I wish I didn't understand, but I do :)<br />I remember during one of the hardest times in my life someone *wise* said to me, "Janae, someday you will be grateful for these trials." I thought he was crazy. I was in Hell. <br />But you know what..? He was absolutely right. Those times shaped me for who I am now, they are part of me. A part that is more compassionate, patient, and strong. I wouldn't trade it, but also wouldn't ask for more :)<br />Hang in there. Try to look back at Heavenly Fathers hand in your life and hit will give you hope and comfort in the future.<br />xoxoJanae Mosshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03184505084660127209noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4529701964794268154.post-22286046898068790342010-03-25T20:32:01.475-07:002010-03-25T20:32:01.475-07:00That is a hard one. You are on the right course t...That is a hard one. You are on the right course though recognizing those blessings and tender mercies. One time in Sunday School many moons ago, someone pointed out that the bible and the Book of Mormon often say, "And it came to pass..." I always thought that was an interesting way to look at trials. It's hard when we are in it, but it's true. Prayers are with you.Louriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05477223472789865063noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4529701964794268154.post-6636910386881482412010-03-25T20:20:21.193-07:002010-03-25T20:20:21.193-07:00Hey Brae! I kind of understand...I complain and do...Hey Brae! I kind of understand...I complain and don't focus on the good things...and one of the things I've always struggled with is changing thoughts and feelings. I can do what I'm supposed to but feel angry or resentful the whole time-I'm no help there...reading this I thought of a quote from my BOM manuel that I really liked about trials: <br /><br />"When those trials are not consequences of your disobedience, they are evidence that the Lord feels you are prepared to grow more." -Richard G. ScottBerganStarrhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11751764109157838793noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4529701964794268154.post-34242093727077401902010-03-25T12:31:10.743-07:002010-03-25T12:31:10.743-07:00Oh Brae... I know this so well... I find my own se...Oh Brae... I know this so well... I find my own self doing the very same things, and then Kelly will remind me of all the many little blessings we are getting that are in actuality, big blessings because if it wasn't for those little things... we would be in such worse shape. It's just hard sometimes for me to see that, when I am in the midst of trials. UGH... it's all part of our growing I guess. I think James E. Faust says it best... <br /><br />There is a divine purpose in the adversities we encounter every day. They prepare, they purge, they purify and thus they bless. -James E. Faust-<br /><br />Doesn't make it any easier, but for me, this quote came at a time when I needed it most a couple of weeks ago as Kelly lost one of his contracting jobs and we found ourselves once again without certain income. It kind of gave me perspective and basically called me to repentance for my incessant complaining.<br /><br />Thank you for sharing... life is hard and it's nice to know that we are all in it together. Love ya!Mimihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07651892751945842998noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4529701964794268154.post-62592086982821021232010-03-25T11:21:02.878-07:002010-03-25T11:21:02.878-07:00I think it says a lot that you have stepped back a...I think it says a lot that you have stepped back and have realized the blessings in your life.<br /><br />It may not change the fact that it is hard or that life really does just suck sometimes.<br /><br />But that God really does love us and watches out for us. He wants us to be happy. <br /><br />Easier said than done? Sure, it is part of being human. But you are doing awesome. And believe that too!Serene is my name, not my life!https://www.blogger.com/profile/02181359150279923307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4529701964794268154.post-35821796522539872532010-03-25T06:49:47.731-07:002010-03-25T06:49:47.731-07:00It is human nature to be acquisitive and strive al...It is human nature to be acquisitive and strive always for better things in life - if it wasn't we would all still be living in caves and hunting in the woods. So it is a blessing but sometimes also a curse because no matter how good life is we always want the next, better thing. Sometimes you have to take a step back as you are doing and realize yes, life is good and there are people out there who really do have it bad (millions in Haiti right now for example). I need to do that more often myself.One Photohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05793386254564806126noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4529701964794268154.post-5430334049568888792010-03-25T00:38:22.355-07:002010-03-25T00:38:22.355-07:00We are so alike in some ways. I've been deali...We are so alike in some ways. I've been dealing with a some similar emotions. If you need/want to talk about some things that have helped me or just need someone who getsit, PLEASE give me a call. Love ya.Lindseyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10479018713711996438noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4529701964794268154.post-79117887128448557792010-03-24T23:36:41.973-07:002010-03-24T23:36:41.973-07:00I definitely have trouble with this, too. I know ...I definitely have trouble with this, too. I know I am blessed, even when things suck, but it's really hard to see that sometimes. And I've been in your shoes where I've heard myself sounding ungrateful. It ain't pretty! But I know we all make mistakes, so I just try to keep plugging along, doing my best.Amy Jhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08005645902363448208noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4529701964794268154.post-28406055929803434672010-03-24T22:56:44.746-07:002010-03-24T22:56:44.746-07:00You should know that you are not alone. I go throu...You should know that you are not alone. I go through the same thoughts as you. It is easier said than done putting your complete trust in God and not worrying. I work on this everydayAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18099878720994777657noreply@blogger.com