Reminiscing
Viewing comments for Chapter 6 "Chapter 6"A collection of short stories
26 total reviews
Comment from T B Botts
Hello Barbara,
I'm so glad you're sharing this. Sometimes we all have to be forced out of our comfort zone, and in so doing, we discover things about ourselves that we didn't know. Volunteering can be such a fulfilling thing to do, and seeing others who aren't so fortunate as yourself can certainly give you a different perspective on life. Well done gal.
Have a blessed day.
Tom
reply by the author on 02-Nov-2024
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Hello Barbara,
I'm so glad you're sharing this. Sometimes we all have to be forced out of our comfort zone, and in so doing, we discover things about ourselves that we didn't know. Volunteering can be such a fulfilling thing to do, and seeing others who aren't so fortunate as yourself can certainly give you a different perspective on life. Well done gal.
Have a blessed day.
Tom
Comment Written 02-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 02-Nov-2024
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Thank you for understanding. Andrew still has a heart for volunteering.
Comment from Carol Hillebrenner
This is a really good story. I can remember making the same deal with my kids and they all wanted to go back the next year. I think church camps and projects particularly help them draw closer to God, as you noticed. Your son admitting he broke the pipe and then pointing out they needed new pipes was amusing and obviously part of God's plan.
reply by the author on 02-Nov-2024
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This is a really good story. I can remember making the same deal with my kids and they all wanted to go back the next year. I think church camps and projects particularly help them draw closer to God, as you noticed. Your son admitting he broke the pipe and then pointing out they needed new pipes was amusing and obviously part of God's plan.
Comment Written 01-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 02-Nov-2024
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Thank you for the understanding. God does work in mysterious ways.
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
It does do children good to learn about life in the real world, and you were right about how it would do Andrew good. As you say, he grew up to be a fine God loving man. I liked this one, Barbara. :) Sandra xx
reply by the author on 02-Nov-2024
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It does do children good to learn about life in the real world, and you were right about how it would do Andrew good. As you say, he grew up to be a fine God loving man. I liked this one, Barbara. :) Sandra xx
Comment Written 01-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 02-Nov-2024
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Thank you for the understanding. I can't say this about all of my boys, but Andrew is still a special person.
Comment from Y. M. Roger
Whew!! Those shingles are INSANELY heavy in packs! What a wonderful recount of another chapter of life... and it seems Andrew has a wonderful headstart on life! You certainly had your hands full, my lady! Thanx for sharing! ;) Yvette
reply by the author on 01-Nov-2024
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Whew!! Those shingles are INSANELY heavy in packs! What a wonderful recount of another chapter of life... and it seems Andrew has a wonderful headstart on life! You certainly had your hands full, my lady! Thanx for sharing! ;) Yvette
Comment Written 01-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 01-Nov-2024
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Andrew will be 39 in December and still makes me proud. Thank you for the kind review.
Comment from Sanku
This is a great memory and I can understand why you are proud of your son. Youare a great mother .You have encouraged and inspired your children to have that awareness of God ...I loved reading this.
reply by the author on 01-Nov-2024
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This is a great memory and I can understand why you are proud of your son. Youare a great mother .You have encouraged and inspired your children to have that awareness of God ...I loved reading this.
Comment Written 01-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 01-Nov-2024
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Andrew will be 39 in December and he continues to make me very proud. Not just because I'm his mother, but because of who is. I don't say that about all my boys. I love Jeff dearly, but he continues to be a real stinker and I'm always praying God keeps control over him. LOL Thank you.
Comment from Karen Cherry Threadgill
My parents sent us to Christian summer camp for two weeks when we were young, we did this for several years. My sister Kathy and I went together. The first couple of nights I was very home sick. And I was probably the smallest in size. I got picked on until my sister talked to me and we divised a plan to get them back. We collected people who had been picked on by the snotty folks, and we became stars in thinking up stuff to do to get back at them. Small things like hiding their toilet paper, pouring a cup-full of water in the middle of the bed, spitting in ther chocolate milk. We came up with ideas whenever some one came to us. No harm ever done. No one ever got hurt. Those older girls got better behaving quickly. We made lots of handiwork that we sold for money to donate to the local church. I couldn't paint but I could sew. I still like to hand sew. Karen
reply by the author on 01-Nov-2024
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My parents sent us to Christian summer camp for two weeks when we were young, we did this for several years. My sister Kathy and I went together. The first couple of nights I was very home sick. And I was probably the smallest in size. I got picked on until my sister talked to me and we divised a plan to get them back. We collected people who had been picked on by the snotty folks, and we became stars in thinking up stuff to do to get back at them. Small things like hiding their toilet paper, pouring a cup-full of water in the middle of the bed, spitting in ther chocolate milk. We came up with ideas whenever some one came to us. No harm ever done. No one ever got hurt. Those older girls got better behaving quickly. We made lots of handiwork that we sold for money to donate to the local church. I couldn't paint but I could sew. I still like to hand sew. Karen
Comment Written 31-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 01-Nov-2024
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Andrew didn't have these issues, but he'd been away at Boy Scout Camps before. I think the oversees held a tight reign over these teens. Thank you for the kind review and sharing your story.
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Comment from Esther Brown
Barbara that was such a good memory of your son. And an example of God's sense of humor. He works in mysterious ways. You must be so proud of the man Andrew has become. Esther
reply by the author on 01-Nov-2024
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Barbara that was such a good memory of your son. And an example of God's sense of humor. He works in mysterious ways. You must be so proud of the man Andrew has become. Esther
Comment Written 31-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 01-Nov-2024
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God does work in very mysterious ways. Thank you for understanding.
Comment from estory
This is a great coming of age story, and also a story of how God can turn situations we find frustrating into something that builds character and grows compassion in our hearts. I thought you put plenty of personality in the writing and this is another of those tales of how hard it is to be an army spouse, moving the kids from school to school and between friends, and being left on your own for lengths of time. estory
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2024
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This is a great coming of age story, and also a story of how God can turn situations we find frustrating into something that builds character and grows compassion in our hearts. I thought you put plenty of personality in the writing and this is another of those tales of how hard it is to be an army spouse, moving the kids from school to school and between friends, and being left on your own for lengths of time. estory
Comment Written 31-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2024
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Thank you for the understanding.
Comment from Neonewman
What an incredible story, Barbara. Watching him grow and become closer to God was a blessing for you. I taught kids from eight to twelve years old. Let me tell you, they will hold you accountable, lol. Thank you for sharing this incredible story.
God bless,
Steve
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2024
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What an incredible story, Barbara. Watching him grow and become closer to God was a blessing for you. I taught kids from eight to twelve years old. Let me tell you, they will hold you accountable, lol. Thank you for sharing this incredible story.
God bless,
Steve
Comment Written 31-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2024
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They sure will. Thank you for the kind review.
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My pleasure, Barbara.
Comment from Ric Myworld
Those learning experiences for Andrew were surely something he'll never forget. I can remember those times when I took part in working and building on homes for the needy, and even today, when I drive my those houses I'm proud. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2024
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Those learning experiences for Andrew were surely something he'll never forget. I can remember those times when I took part in working and building on homes for the needy, and even today, when I drive my those houses I'm proud. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 31-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2024
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Andrew and I still discuss them today. Thank you for understanding