tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2722447614945782871.post3093771030516619684..comments2023-09-12T11:31:20.729-05:00Comments on Straight-Friendly: Passing FanciesTimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01271248501086241494noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2722447614945782871.post-61558107768933940872011-01-09T00:08:35.344-06:002011-01-09T00:08:35.344-06:00Happy New Year, Gen! Your comment about enjoying t...Happy New Year, Gen! Your comment about enjoying the process could not be more timely. We just walked in the door from the opening night performance of Walt's first job as a working actor. (It was grand, too.) I asked how he was feeling. Though he was pleased with how well it went, he said he didn't get the charge of excitement he expected after the curtain call. And before opening your comment, we agreed with you: the joy comes in the work--the discoveries and lessons that will stay with you always--while the satisfaction rests in the accomplishment. Both are lasting, but as you so wonderfully point out, they're different.<br /><br />I likewise agree that the challenges and demands of our new economic reality can serve us good if we allow ourselves to be taught. When we learn that everything in the world is subject to rapid and radical change, we'll grasp why it's so essential to hold to God's unchanging hand.<br /><br />As always, it's a true delight to hear your thoughts. They never fail to enrich the posts.<br /><br />With love and hope for a prosperous year of continued growth,<br />TimTimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01271248501086241494noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2722447614945782871.post-82283287369289506062011-01-08T11:59:30.449-06:002011-01-08T11:59:30.449-06:00Happy New Year, Tim. I set goals then work on them...Happy New Year, Tim. I set goals then work on them. I have always enjoyed the process more because I come away with ideas and experiences totally new to me. <br /><br />The recent developments in the economy has shattered many myths and fallacies about the important of material things. I pray that more people will turn to the Lord for guidance, direction, comfort and inner peace.genevievehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07041499205158357183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2722447614945782871.post-51437979600167121402011-01-06T19:17:10.390-06:002011-01-06T19:17:10.390-06:00PS: Jan, the picture of the new grandbaby! How lov...PS: Jan, the picture of the new grandbaby! How lovely!!! Congratulations!Timhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01271248501086241494noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2722447614945782871.post-53517656683114218602011-01-06T19:16:19.773-06:002011-01-06T19:16:19.773-06:00I'm back at my desk with time to let everyone&...I'm back at my desk with time to let everyone's comments sink in--and it's so nice to have this moment!<br /><br />Sherry, I've chuckled several times at your observation about cleaning's lasting value. Yet it occurs to me some things have cumulative lasting value, don't they? The little bit we do to offset continued worsening of our circumstances--just keeping in front of things--is just as important as settling things once and for all. Would you agree? (I guess I speak as someone who's notorious for letting annoying tasks go until they become crises...)<br /><br />Vikki, you've said it. Love is the one thing that matters; making sure that we make love happen is what gives our work/lives lasting value!<br /><br />Jan, yes, "daily diligence"--at times a real pain in the neck, keeping up with ourselves; but always a reward in the end. (This is an extension of Sherry's observation, I think.)<br /><br />Phil, <i>not everyone who wanders is lost!</i>. Wow. How true. I'm convinced much of our wandering is basically our search for lasting value, for locating that place in us where our choices and habits make a difference for us and, thus, those around us.<br /><br />May we all wander boldly ahead, resolved to do what is pleasing to our Maker, for the good of all!<br /><br />Thank you all for you patience and insight. You bless me greatly!<br /><br />Peace,<br />TimTimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01271248501086241494noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2722447614945782871.post-42383313547793465442011-01-04T01:14:32.641-06:002011-01-04T01:14:32.641-06:00Yes, the making of resolutions is not fot me - I k...Yes, the making of resolutions is not fot me - I know some people benefit from making lists, ticking boxes, to do lists so if it works for them fine but there is something in my make up that works counter to this way of going about things. It is a gut reaction but also because I don't believe life can be planned like this - something to do with too many straight lines- as the saying goes, not everone who wanders is lost !! Does this make sense ?<br />I hope ou are not working too hard !!<br />BlessingsBlue Eyed Ennishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06181985609681328032noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2722447614945782871.post-32320707635072534472011-01-03T12:32:49.695-06:002011-01-03T12:32:49.695-06:00Thanks everyone! I'm responding quickly becaus...Thanks everyone! I'm responding quickly because I'm in the middle of work--but all of your comments are spot-on!<br /><br />When things slow down, I'll be able to respond to each one. Thanks so much for your thoughts!<br /><br />Blessings,<br />TimTimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01271248501086241494noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2722447614945782871.post-28581542480513198582011-01-02T21:28:49.078-06:002011-01-02T21:28:49.078-06:00Thanks, Tim. "Daily diligence" is a good...Thanks, Tim. "Daily diligence" is a good phrase. A friend told me to take a "word" for the coming year, instead of resolutions. I haven't chosen that yet. . . .Janhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08061517211101084120noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2722447614945782871.post-34484097163077010542011-01-02T15:11:16.504-06:002011-01-02T15:11:16.504-06:00If there's one thing that I have finally gotte...If there's one thing that I have finally gotten through my somewhat thick noggin, it's that Love is the only thing that matters.<br /><br />:)kkrynohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07727264476742817993noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2722447614945782871.post-8818806434747288142011-01-02T14:23:02.047-06:002011-01-02T14:23:02.047-06:00I too don't bother with resolutions. I find th...I too don't bother with resolutions. I find then contrived and not often useful. I so like your idea of trying to find lasting value in everything. Trouble is Tim, help me here. I'm having trouble finding lasting value in the bathroom cleaning. It never lasts! lol...Seriously I love the idea, and think it most worthwhile to ponder upon for a lazy afternoon. <br />Blessings!Sherry Peytonhttp://afeatheradrift.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.com