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Re: On Peace, Direction, and Clarity and What’s Next

hootenannie — Wed, 06 Dec 2017 14:26:42 -0000

YESSSSSS. It brings me a surprising amount of joy to hear that your next step has come into focus - probably because it gives me hope during my own season of questions. This sounds incredible, and I can't wait to see how it shapes your life! They're so lucky to get you.

Also, amen to the cleaned, bound up, healing wound.

Re: When Churches Tear

hootenannie — Wed, 03 May 2017 19:47:02 -0000

Lindsey, when you write, I listen. Thank you for being a beautiful example of what it looks like to "hold tensions" — it's what I'm striving for, too.

Re: I ran the 2016 Boston Marathon and all I got was a unicorn

hootenannie — Thu, 02 Jun 2016 10:23:40 -0000

I've never run a marathon, and I don't know that I ever will. But you get to the part about Boylston Street, both in your podcast and in this post, and I swear to dog, I start crying. I can't help it. You are strong and inspiring and I'm both proud of and in awe of you.

Re: With my little girls

hootenannie — Wed, 10 Sep 2014 19:57:13 -0000

You look spectacular, Heather.

Re: Discovering Colorado: Garden of the Gods

hootenannie — Thu, 29 May 2014 20:42:26 -0000

Cole, when are you hiking the CT? I head out June 28 - a little early, maybe, but it's the window I have. Maybe I'll see you out and about!

Re: even the birds, Diary of a Small Town Mama 3.17.14 The world...

hootenannie — Tue, 18 Mar 2014 09:40:14 -0000

Oh my goodness! I missed this major tidbit of news from your world. So happy for your new SAHM status, and for Tim's great new job, and for your house, and the whole new adventure! Sending you mental margaritas as you figure out the internet situation. :)

Re: Texas Bound

hootenannie — Thu, 10 Oct 2013 09:44:34 -0000

Haha - VALERIE, I want to hug your neck. AND I WILL.

Praying for your travels today. I want to be in Tyler with you! xoxo

Re: Life Starts Now

hootenannie — Thu, 05 Sep 2013 12:12:17 -0000

I love this so much. You've learned such good things - and I love that you live your life in such a way that you share these truths with others.

Can't wait for my copy to arrive!

Re: What she could…

hootenannie — Wed, 08 May 2013 10:09:18 -0000

And believe me, the letter you write and send make all the difference in the day of the recipient. Love you, friend.

Re: The Big One

hootenannie — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 09:23:45 -0000

Ooooh, so looking forward to this.

Re: even the birds, I’ll eventually have time enough to sit down and...

hootenannie — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 21:13:40 -0000

She is truly the most beautiful baby I've ever seen, no exaggeration.

Re: I Can’t Wait.

hootenannie — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 09:26:02 -0000

I just spent way too many minutes on the Wee Sing website (because WEE SING HAS A WEBSITE). So many memories. Not to mention Psalty and Raffi.

Wonderful reminders about patience - thank you for sharing your heart!

Re: A Change of Perspective

hootenannie — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 10:58:51 -0000

Love this and love your heart. Hang in there, friend - your perspective inspires me! xo

Re: Friday Finds: Seventy-One

hootenannie — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 09:11:28 -0000

These words are a gigantic breath of fresh air to me. Yes and amen. Thanks for posting this! xoxo

Re: http://hopeglenn.tumblr.com/post/34839275142

hootenannie — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 15:14:10 -0000

You look amazing. I can't wait to see pictures of little Liv!

Re: You are more lovable if you weigh less.

hootenannie — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 12:35:41 -0000

God withholds my dreams in order to teach me a lesson.

Re: Question #5

hootenannie — Fri, 08 Jun 2012 09:25:16 -0000

I am the older brother in the story of the Prodigal Son, ALL THE WAY. I have a strong sense of justice, and work my booty off doing things the "right" way. When God shows grace and favor to those who don't "deserve" it, I've had some ugly moments - because it's not FAIR.

God is continually working on my stubborn heart to reveal a) he is always with me, and everything he has is mine (Luke 15:31), and b) I actually don't "deserve" it either. :)

Re: Question #3

hootenannie — Wed, 06 Jun 2012 09:47:29 -0000

I read Emma Donaghue's "Room" during the last week of 2011 - does that count? While the premise is disturbing, it was the most inventive book I've read in ages. I couldn't put it down - read it cover to cover in a day.

I'm almost finished with Chard Harbach's "The Art of Fielding," and the character development is astounding.

Re: My Next Right Step

hootenannie — Tue, 15 May 2012 10:09:56 -0000

Annie here - I'm a lurker, but we have roughly 5 thousand mutual friends.

Kudos to you on following the path that God has rolled out for you. As one who has been wandering what feels like "aimlessly" for quite some time now, I'm jealous that your road is leading you home, and excited that Nashville will get you back.

Hope to meet you someday for reals. :)

Re: Friday Finds: Prayers

hootenannie — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 11:32:10 -0000

That picture of David is adorable. And you, my friend, wear a ball cap better than any girl ever.

I'll be praying, sweet friend. xo

Re: The art of no.

hootenannie — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 22:51:23 -0000

Thank you for writing, Michelle. Your words are ever honest, life-giving, and focusing. They bring me back to what I know is true - and that is no small thing. Love and miss you.

Re: http://hopeglenn.tumblr.com/post/10491806452

hootenannie — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 17:44:43 -0000

This is incredible. I hope you took advantage of the "counseling with a professional."

Also, I'm glad you lived (obviously).

Re: Back

hootenannie — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 19:57:57 -0000

Oh, the scale.

Oh, sweet girl.

I know it. I feel it. I've been there. I'm always there.

In March of 2009, I marched my scale to the dumpster and threw it away, tired of letting a number dictate my daily worth. I have not weighed myself since, which is equal parts liberating and terrifying. I don't know that this is something that everyone should do, but it's something that I NEEDED to do.

Thank you for your honesty, for your vulnerability. I agree with Britney - you are exquisite inside and out. It's so easy for others to see, and so difficult for ourselves to realize. But take it from me, looking at you: you are stunning.

So much love.

Re: Thursday Tips: Advice

hootenannie — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 10:42:36 -0000

"Nothing is ever wasted." I love this one. To me, it's an answer to the "everything happens for a reason" thing that I don't really believe. I don't believe that everything happens for a reason. But I DO believe that nothing is ever wasted.

"It's better to be alone than wish that you were." Got a song out of that one.

and…

"Take action to get action." I made that up. Half joke, all awesome.

I love your "comparison is the thief of joy." So grateful you spoke that into my life awhile back.

Re: http://hopeglenn.tumblr.com/post/6286957161

hootenannie — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 12:22:10 -0000

You are not alone. YOU ARE NOT ALONE.

I don't have anything eloquent or insightful to say about this book. All I can say is "yikes," and... you are not alone.