tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1831008888393528890.post7226373367995897125..comments2024-03-21T12:27:32.289-07:00Comments on Wilderness Blues- Ramblings from the Great Land: Praying for Strangerstbbottshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17080934753744624004noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1831008888393528890.post-32255863936421129272011-12-15T20:00:55.941-08:002011-12-15T20:00:55.941-08:00True enough dad...I'm tryin tryin tryin to kee...True enough dad...I'm tryin tryin tryin to keep a positive spin on all the craziness goin on that we call life...the two older kiddos are goin to spend Christmas with their dad..and sounds like now that Camille n Sara are talkin, they'll get to see their aunt n uncle and cousin, so that's a good thing as well...will miss em, but we'll celebrate Christmas when they get back..as far as Kennedy knows, there's a tree up with pretty lights...we'll celebrate together as a family when they return..hoping you all back home are able to enjoy the season..know it's stressful..but am thankful to know I have the family and friends that I do...and grew up in the home I did..with family who are all my best friends...not too many people can proudly say that anymore..and that's a sad fact...love all ya'll and miss you tons...some day I'll make it back home....love, AJAmbernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1831008888393528890.post-51850908990625515582011-12-02T17:23:53.856-08:002011-12-02T17:23:53.856-08:00Great thoughts Tom. THanks for sharing.Great thoughts Tom. THanks for sharing.Jennhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12944475704847390701noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1831008888393528890.post-65894164192851067882011-11-29T11:57:35.984-08:002011-11-29T11:57:35.984-08:00Hi Girls, thanks for the comments. I think you'...Hi Girls, thanks for the comments. I think you'll enjoy the book. I believe it's her first non-fiction book. She has a radio program and does other author related activities and it sounds like she's incredibly busy, unlike myself right now. If you like her book I hope you'll tell others about it.It's how books become well known. It was pretty cool that she commented on the blog. Amber, you've got a good point about enjoying the seasons. My personality is such that I don't like too much craziness, and I'm dissapointed that the holidays are so commercial, but it's still a special time. Enjoy your time with the kids while you can, all too soon they're on their own and you're only left with (hopefully) good memories. Love you girls!TB Bottsnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1831008888393528890.post-79632819157080791132011-11-29T00:30:27.258-08:002011-11-29T00:30:27.258-08:00Definitely a book I'll have to look into as we...Definitely a book I'll have to look into as well...really awesome that the author took the time to respond to your post;-) That says a lot about her character, and makes me that much more inclined to find this book...Liked the blog...while I can completely understand your take on all things "holiday"...etc...and understand how the important reasons for the holidays get lost somewhere amongst the hustle n bustle of the seasons, I still like to try to enjoy the craziness of it all....and...on the opposite scale of things...the innocence of my kids as they get to experience all the wonders of the seasons...Love you dad! AJAJnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1831008888393528890.post-19210372115675242862011-11-28T13:27:09.176-08:002011-11-28T13:27:09.176-08:00Very well said dad! I'll have to check that bo...Very well said dad! I'll have to check that book out as well! Love you!Autumnnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1831008888393528890.post-54294698627238979562011-11-28T06:46:03.932-08:002011-11-28T06:46:03.932-08:00Good blog dad. Love youGood blog dad. Love youCamillehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01703915882340139129noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1831008888393528890.post-55660536749948322812011-11-28T06:26:35.099-08:002011-11-28T06:26:35.099-08:00I think your take on the Black Friday Culture may ...I think your take on the Black Friday Culture may be correct, Tom, and I truly hope it changes (although I don't see how it will in our consumer-driven economy). I, too, see the glass as half empty, so I understand how you feel :) Thanks for sharing your thoughts and struggles, and I'll look for the Jordan book at my library. Hope you all had a blessed Thanksgiving!JillE.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1831008888393528890.post-13944620156519339002011-11-27T13:46:33.920-08:002011-11-27T13:46:33.920-08:00Ms Jordan, I was totally blown away to get a respo...Ms Jordan, I was totally blown away to get a response from you. Thankyou for taking the time to comment. I loved your book and the frank and honest way you expressed your feelings. I need to get it back to the library so others will benefit as well. As they say in the navy, well done! I hope you and your family are doing well and will have a blessed time during this holiday season.<br /> Tom BottsTB Bottsnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1831008888393528890.post-33714681973080443422011-11-26T14:02:32.468-08:002011-11-26T14:02:32.468-08:00What a nice surprise to discover your comment. I&#...What a nice surprise to discover your comment. I'm so glad that Praying for Strangers captured you and gave you a more positive moment. Personally, I was raised by the tribe of Eeyore so I know that spirit well. :)<br /><br />Connecting - we continue as the best of ourselves. <br /><br />Hope you had a great Thanksgiving. <br /><br />River JordanRiver Jordanhttp://www.riverjordan.usnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1831008888393528890.post-23583911120419647672011-11-25T21:26:46.534-08:002011-11-25T21:26:46.534-08:00Nice one dad....I think we all could use some extr...Nice one dad....I think we all could use some extra prayers at times.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com