tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-762878187346313358.post6834498850834920443..comments2023-09-01T04:29:11.256-04:00Comments on Suburban Soliloquy: BelongingJaynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06694559900539722616noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-762878187346313358.post-81327589331240676282011-03-12T23:18:12.558-05:002011-03-12T23:18:12.558-05:00Dan- That little man brings out the best in me. ;)...Dan- That little man brings out the best in me. ;)<br /><br />Marylinn- And we can never be reminded of it too much, right? I'm going to work on recollection more often, and with that pointy stick.<br /><br />Angella- Yes - the best invitation I'ver ever received! When my son came home after school that day, he gave me an enormous hug, and hung on for a little longer than usual. Pretty sweet stuff. :)Jaynehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06694559900539722616noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-762878187346313358.post-53343589299441033642011-03-09T21:38:33.547-05:002011-03-09T21:38:33.547-05:00My own son went to Catholic school and I so rememb...My own son went to Catholic school and I so remember these letters. I am glad we wrote them and glad we were invited to set these things down for him. Your letter is beautiful and deeply felt and I know your son is moved by it, no doubt more than he will express right now.<br /><br />Thanks for stopping by my blog! I will be back here for sure!37paddingtonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12400464105403622384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-762878187346313358.post-70270931273770537562011-03-07T11:22:16.215-05:002011-03-07T11:22:16.215-05:00It seems that all of us are glad you chose to let ...It seems that all of us are glad you chose to let us read the letter. Whatever sort of pointy stick it takes to make us sit, recollecting, and examine our truth is for the good. It don't believe it is possible to have - receiving or giving - too much love. We are blessed to witness such pure heart connection, to be reminded of love and the Divine in our own lives.Marylinn Kellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02759437467691163658noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-762878187346313358.post-60130661884467135402011-03-06T12:52:51.369-05:002011-03-06T12:52:51.369-05:00Kinda lost for words here, that was tear-jerkingly...Kinda lost for words here, that was tear-jerkingly beautiful the way you put that piece together.Danhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09195354568166653867noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-762878187346313358.post-13381906417320491442011-03-04T11:33:41.760-05:002011-03-04T11:33:41.760-05:00Nance- You always pique my interest: "Reform ...Nance- You always pique my interest: "Reform Evangelical Druid"? I am imagining this as some kind of progressive schism? <br />I'm glad you found some light in your day. My little guy tends to bring that to people. :)<br /><br />Tana- It's impossible to keep up with! Can't imagine three letters. That's quite a challenge. I'd find a warm place under a rock.<br /><br />Joanne- Exactly. I like the attention to the whole person. The spirit. And Catholic school is not like it was when I attended. Respect is given to other religions, and it's no longer about the wrath of God. Good messages all around.<br /><br />Sally-Sal- Thanks. My kids kind of force me to be a better person. It's a process. ;)<br /><br />Lydia- Thank you! I'd like to think it represents how all parents feel about their children. :)<br /><br />Kid- It comes with the territory. I'm always kickin' myself. I'll try layoff for the weekend! ;)Jaynehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06694559900539722616noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-762878187346313358.post-11775273460224207642011-03-04T09:52:36.075-05:002011-03-04T09:52:36.075-05:00Don't be too hard on yourself, as you were in ...Don't be too hard on yourself, as you were in the early parts of this blog!The Kid In The Front Rowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11284758898483746863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-762878187346313358.post-66710253439530593432011-03-03T18:31:14.066-05:002011-03-03T18:31:14.066-05:00What a beautiful, moving letter. Thank you for sha...What a beautiful, moving letter. Thank you for sharing it with us!Lydia Kanghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00484415427764822386noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-762878187346313358.post-82032550432313950222011-03-03T17:16:35.239-05:002011-03-03T17:16:35.239-05:00What a fantastic letter. And a lucky guy to have ...What a fantastic letter. And a lucky guy to have such a great mom.Sally-Salhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17245202222520331383noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-762878187346313358.post-86650175717350865942011-03-03T17:05:27.866-05:002011-03-03T17:05:27.866-05:00My kids attended Catholic school too, for the very...My kids attended Catholic school too, for the very reasons you mention here. Their education formed a great foundation for them in so many ways as they make their way through the years.Joannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03972054718663959694noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-762878187346313358.post-40896302749286753792011-03-03T15:59:41.752-05:002011-03-03T15:59:41.752-05:00I'm right there with you! I had three letters ...I'm right there with you! I had three letters due for my niece and nephews and I blew it. I waited until the midnight hour and they barely arrived on time. I think of writing as an escape an although life might require a note or two from me it doesn't mean it won't be given begrudgingly.Tanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10518718614911804428noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-762878187346313358.post-51664256516913498982011-03-03T13:56:44.106-05:002011-03-03T13:56:44.106-05:00I'd been feeling huge aggravation today, frust...I'd been feeling huge aggravation today, frustrated at nearly everything I've encountered. <br /><br />Now, I'm in love with little Max--the idea of him, the dream of him just as he is--and my aggravation is eased.<br /><br />Sweet post, even for this fallen away Reform Evangelical Druid. Good recovery on the letter, Mom.Nancehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15166865250789996825noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-762878187346313358.post-80590871453039439092011-03-03T11:07:05.358-05:002011-03-03T11:07:05.358-05:00Bth- Totally agree. We should never hesitate to le...Bth- Totally agree. We should never hesitate to let anyone know how much we care. I'm glad I was nudged by this assignment. :)<br /><br />SF- Thank you. I hope he feels the same way. ;)<br /><br />Fickle- Believe me, it's easy! So many shortcomings... could fill volumes. ;)<br /><br />Lin Ann- :-D Can I have some cookies now?<br /><br />Laoch- I'm trying to train myself to put the a before the o in your name, but it's not easy! And I keep wondering about its origin. Hmm..... Anyway, thank you. ;)Jaynehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06694559900539722616noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-762878187346313358.post-51152384295128849812011-03-03T10:51:01.628-05:002011-03-03T10:51:01.628-05:00Shopgirl- I think you're the first person that...Shopgirl- I think you're the first person that ever accused me of being an overachiever... Thank you!! (I always thought I was a late blooming underachiever. Seriously.) Btw, loved that poem, girl. You can add a new occupation to your profile. ;)<br /><br />DB- LOL - given it up for Lent! And they make Yoda bouncy seats now? Cool. I think my little guy would have preferred Yoda, had he a choice.<br /><br />Paul- My pleasure. Was it the drooling part? Maybe I overdid it on the drooling, huh?! :)<br /><br />Michelle- You are always looking good, lady. ;)<br /><br />David- Ha! That sounds very familiar. We just can't do it all, can we?! <br /><br />Cassandra- Thanks for joining us! So glad you're here. Although I must warn you, I may start to look very kooky to you. ;)Jaynehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06694559900539722616noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-762878187346313358.post-89556849225535002762011-03-03T08:43:44.962-05:002011-03-03T08:43:44.962-05:00Very fine letter.Very fine letter.Sultanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06506141014376919585noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-762878187346313358.post-85153402040811381782011-03-03T07:30:20.553-05:002011-03-03T07:30:20.553-05:00Beautiful!Beautiful!Lindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00790442395025216148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-762878187346313358.post-53178093480263632932011-03-03T06:31:59.490-05:002011-03-03T06:31:59.490-05:00I don't know how you can write like that and f...I don't know how you can write like that and feel like a failure at the same time. Beautiful.<br /><br />http://ficklecattle.blogspot.com/Fickle Cattlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10281753566416281237noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-762878187346313358.post-46522590463320918712011-03-03T06:17:48.862-05:002011-03-03T06:17:48.862-05:00Jayne this was just gorgeous. I found it very movi...Jayne this was just gorgeous. I found it very moving to read the letter you wrote about your son.Sensible Footwearhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01352359349242924766noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-762878187346313358.post-36149681750017092482011-03-03T04:50:30.742-05:002011-03-03T04:50:30.742-05:00Jane - How beautiful. I am sure Max will absolutel...Jane - How beautiful. I am sure Max will absolutely love this letter. It's so important to tell your child just how much they mean to you, and thank you for sharing something so personal with us.Lizziehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05203013723319512287noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-762878187346313358.post-43651517825105430062011-03-02T21:13:03.999-05:002011-03-02T21:13:03.999-05:00I love this >> Recollection: Attention to t...I love this >> Recollection: Attention to the presence of God in the soul.<br /><br />I also love your header photo. <br /><br />I'm now following you. Not in a stalker kind of way, LOL, but in the good kind of "You're not so kooky to me" way!Cassandra Frearhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16564236561567663914noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-762878187346313358.post-42159351945758561722011-03-02T20:56:41.501-05:002011-03-02T20:56:41.501-05:00I'm seriously deficient in this regard Jayne.
...I'm seriously deficient in this regard Jayne.<br />The other day it was: "Where were you?"<br />"Sorry"<br />"At the awards ceremony. All the parents of the other kids were there."<br />I'm like" "What awards ceremony?"David Macaulayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14873439047946166820noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-762878187346313358.post-58901016616069495302011-03-02T17:00:07.379-05:002011-03-02T17:00:07.379-05:00Great letter, and I have to agree with Shopgirl wi...Great letter, and I have to agree with Shopgirl with the whole overachiever thing. Just lay off already so the rest of us can look good.Michellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01823862479614209543noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-762878187346313358.post-41727203232466480672011-03-02T16:40:23.794-05:002011-03-02T16:40:23.794-05:00Sometimes a blog post leaves me a little bit lost ...Sometimes a blog post leaves me a little bit lost for words and this is one of those occasions.<br />Your letter is very personal and very moving and something I really relate to.<br />Thanks for sharing it with us.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-762878187346313358.post-19504065470618596052011-03-02T16:20:26.599-05:002011-03-02T16:20:26.599-05:00Magnifique. I'm pretty sloppy on Catholic obs...Magnifique. I'm pretty sloppy on Catholic observance myself, having given it up for Lent some years ago. But I get meditation, reflection. Navel gazing, even. <br />As for the letter, you've done a brilliant job of encapsulating the love of a parent for a child. Reading it, I could see Little Danger (replacing Yoda for Tigger.) I imagine that any parent could hear their voice in it. <br />Thank you for sharing.Danger Boyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12597851282224101748noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-762878187346313358.post-47810658877568536842011-03-02T15:46:28.039-05:002011-03-02T15:46:28.039-05:00Gorgeous letter of love, passion and joy. I hope h...Gorgeous letter of love, passion and joy. I hope he enjoy reading it as much as I did.<br /><br />Of course you just made the rest of the mom world green with envy - overachiever!Shopgirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06435291786820680344noreply@blogger.com