tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14098850.post5429769721544560552..comments2024-01-12T20:48:44.510-06:00Comments on The Simple Things...: 10.19.09Jennifer Stewarthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13621897835653736435noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14098850.post-85919003122029796112009-11-16T18:34:01.167-06:002009-11-16T18:34:01.167-06:00Jen, I have been going through this same balance s...Jen, I have been going through this same balance struggle for the last year or so. I really had to step away from everything for awhile in order to gain some perspective. Saying "no" does feel good...especially when you realize you don't have to add any excuses with it. "No" is a complete sentence. :) <br /><br />I think most women can relate! I hope you're doing well!Courtney Walshhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05546352888412068546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14098850.post-40364751682115646952009-10-30T20:27:35.709-05:002009-10-30T20:27:35.709-05:00Just wanted to let you know that I will say some p...Just wanted to let you know that I will say some prayers for you! I know it can't be easy! <br /><br />But on another note, good for you, for setting new limitations and for taking it easy! <br /><br />Take care!Andrea Amuhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02150238412283935277noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14098850.post-22704522439925420742009-10-27T09:07:44.339-05:002009-10-27T09:07:44.339-05:00I am sorry to hear you have been in so much pain J...I am sorry to hear you have been in so much pain Jennifer and totally understand the concept of needing to simplify. I have been thinking alot lately of things along the same lines. Your work has always been an inspiration to me. Glad you are taking time for yourself and prioritizing. It is important for all of us!<br /><br />Hugs, KimKim Caldwellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14312138773766193529noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14098850.post-16234716806980308702009-10-21T21:59:43.932-05:002009-10-21T21:59:43.932-05:00Gentle hugs to you... as you know, I battled infer...Gentle hugs to you... as you know, I battled infertility for years and my husband and I are building our family through adoption. (Little David turned THREE yesterday, can you believe it?!)<br /><br />If you need an ear, I'm here and know the pain (physical and emotional).<br /><br />Kelly in OhioKellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09754288405449436040noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14098850.post-68174552698143501012009-10-21T08:40:39.509-05:002009-10-21T08:40:39.509-05:00you bet'cha we'll be praying for you!! kee...you bet'cha we'll be praying for you!! keep looking up!! thanks for sharing too!! love ya for that!! smooch!!karlalalanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14098850.post-41748530435638954702009-10-20T17:50:46.043-05:002009-10-20T17:50:46.043-05:00Oh how I struggle with the balance thing! I have t...Oh how I struggle with the balance thing! I have to constantly tell myself the boys won't be around here for nearly long enough as it is and there's plenty of time for more "me" when they're grown.<br /><br />I will definitely pray for you!Kendrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00560489437028724026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14098850.post-25122731163326988692009-10-20T16:03:48.001-05:002009-10-20T16:03:48.001-05:00Simple is good ... so I say "go for it"!...Simple is good ... so I say "go for it"! I hope you feel better soon and I will keep you in my prayers to be blessed with another child. You seem to be a geat mom!KateinClevelandnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14098850.post-78343600946712486552009-10-20T15:27:53.671-05:002009-10-20T15:27:53.671-05:00Jen, good luck with your plans and goals, your cre...Jen, good luck with your plans and goals, your creative works are always an inspiration and enjoy what you choose the share with us on your blog space.Pearl Maplehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18422871022765340647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14098850.post-69106450101461220422009-10-20T12:52:18.219-05:002009-10-20T12:52:18.219-05:00Jennifer, I have been working on this very thing o...Jennifer, I have been working on this very thing of simplifying for a while now too. I had thoughts similar to yours just this morning. Thank you for sharing. I will definitely be praying for your health and for an addition to your family. Hugs and blessings to you.Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08501820630628567229noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14098850.post-11944016659004174032009-10-20T12:17:08.887-05:002009-10-20T12:17:08.887-05:00Prayers for you to get some relief with the health...Prayers for you to get some relief with the health issues & the lord to really lead you with wisdomSuzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14467254034464260955noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14098850.post-90653358257818364322009-10-20T07:17:27.904-05:002009-10-20T07:17:27.904-05:00Jennifer - you are so spot on. Balance and tendin...Jennifer - you are so spot on. Balance and tending to your blessings are exactly where we all need to be. I have spent the last several years focusing on just this. And I too believe that God gives us talents to use and cultivate. (isn't there a parable about that? (: ) <br />Will be praying for your health issues and that God will increase your family.<br />Hugs<br />KarenKaren Lamberthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05935020817999819408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14098850.post-25856822889315267332009-10-19T23:00:05.947-05:002009-10-19T23:00:05.947-05:00Hey Girl...good for you to set your boundaries and...Hey Girl...good for you to set your boundaries and your priorities...very happy for you:} Stay strong and do not feel that you need to explain or apologize or justify your life and your needs to anyone...unless you feel the need to do so and to help others who also struggle along with you. I will pray for you that your body heals and your family prospers, fondly, RobertaRobertahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16493412205283777117noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14098850.post-33919892590785157482009-10-19T21:34:52.512-05:002009-10-19T21:34:52.512-05:00I thought I had the only child in the world that w...I thought I had the only child in the world that wanted to be Link! I can't wait to see a photo of Noah all dressed up.<br /><br />Feel better soon and my thoughts are with you. I hope it all works out.Karinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07697697784427642904noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14098850.post-3225179776086357032009-10-19T21:29:55.551-05:002009-10-19T21:29:55.551-05:00Feel Better SOON!Feel Better SOON!Gracehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10960947679981424279noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14098850.post-22153826485127896312009-10-19T20:54:00.043-05:002009-10-19T20:54:00.043-05:00Good for you! Congrats on MF guest designer, well...Good for you! Congrats on MF guest designer, well deserved.<br />I hope that a family addition will happen and all will go well.Pam Sivagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05410633663633676961noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14098850.post-75281354155280553902009-10-19T19:35:03.859-05:002009-10-19T19:35:03.859-05:00sweet friend....you are simply PRECIOUS! i underst...sweet friend....you are simply PRECIOUS! i understand "simple" and to think my life needs to be more "simple" and i don't even have kids OR a husband! ha! i'm ALWAYS praying for you and believing God has a VERY special plan for the Stewart Clan in the future! Love you and MISS YOU ALWAYS!Holly Reneehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14708913307010456803noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14098850.post-45051261369753874062009-10-19T18:39:22.889-05:002009-10-19T18:39:22.889-05:00Jennifer I have been in this spot for sometime now...Jennifer I have been in this spot for sometime now and it's so good to simplify our lives! I will be praying that you can fill your life with the things that are meant for this season you are in and that you will be content in whatever that looks like. And also praying for your health issues and that you will be able to have that baby you so want. Love ya!*Heatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15511590218912793702noreply@blogger.com