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Thinking, TexasGem

posted by Straightforward on February 18, 2009 at 8:09 AM | link to this | reply

Terrific!
 A great devotion for starting my day.  It is a blessing in remembering the things we should be thankful for.  I'm thankful that I awoke this morning with thankfulness and praise to God for that thanksgiving and the blessing of reading your blog today.  You be blessed and have a joyous day.   Loved your post.

  Bravo!

posted by Kolekshuns on February 18, 2009 at 4:38 AM | link to this | reply

That's awful, TexasGem--but so human.

posted by TAPS. on February 17, 2009 at 7:33 PM | link to this | reply

Texas Gem
This post is such a blessing. You are right about ups and downs. God allows us to have some real downs so he can put us in a higher calling. If Joseph had not gone through a lot he would not have been the most important man in Egypt. Downers can be uppers: The Lord says All things work together for good for those who love him and obey his statutes. Be blessed.

posted by Justi on February 17, 2009 at 6:50 PM | link to this | reply

Re: (sigh)
I think I see what you're saying. :)

posted by Texas_Gem on February 17, 2009 at 5:29 PM | link to this | reply

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You are right Soul Builder. Principles seems to have disappeared for some. Thanks for stopping by! 

posted by Texas_Gem on February 17, 2009 at 5:29 PM | link to this | reply

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Yes, Ex it would be a good read for ALL! Thanks for coming by!

posted by Texas_Gem on February 17, 2009 at 5:28 PM | link to this | reply

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I wish you the best as you travel to and from the good ol' USA. You are really a joy to read Vogue!

posted by Texas_Gem on February 17, 2009 at 5:27 PM | link to this | reply

I've read that story before. That doesn't take any of the poignancy away. Loved that post of yours. And yes, I leave the US (not voluntarily believe me) but I am not a resident and therefore can only stay 90 days at a time. But I'll be back after a month or so for another 'helping'.

posted by vogue on February 17, 2009 at 4:23 PM | link to this | reply

This is a rather inspiring story. I wish more people would read it.

posted by EX_TURPI on February 17, 2009 at 3:38 PM | link to this | reply

A lot to think about. Our perception is very important to how we interact with God.

posted by FormerStudentIntern on February 17, 2009 at 2:36 PM | link to this | reply

WOW !!! That story made my stomach hurt !!! WOW !
so sad!!!!!!

posted by hazel_st_cricket on February 17, 2009 at 12:32 PM | link to this | reply

Most people live by 'whim and fancy' not Principles!

posted by Soul_Builder101 on February 17, 2009 at 11:51 AM | link to this | reply

(sigh)
Women treat us so badly........

posted by Corbin_Dallas on February 17, 2009 at 10:09 AM | link to this | reply