tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7668050648919046122.post2233474476647802257..comments2023-10-20T07:13:22.206-04:00Comments on Waiting for Happy: Spinningboltefamilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09178547489939649432noreply@blogger.comBlogger39125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7668050648919046122.post-77153739045851776442009-09-12T12:14:29.516-04:002009-09-12T12:14:29.516-04:00I've been fighting worry myself. I don't ...I've been fighting worry myself. I don't want to be anxious and uptight during this pregnancy but it's hard after a loss not to be. For the most part though I've set the worries aside and just focused on enjoying each moment I'm blessed with this baby growing inside.Rhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04286068404893748428noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7668050648919046122.post-75435636582925180482009-09-10T11:29:37.018-04:002009-09-10T11:29:37.018-04:00I too beleive that worry-ing is septic. It is a ve...I too beleive that worry-ing is septic. It is a very difficult thing to release worry because it is often the only thing we feel we can bring to a topic - i can't fix it - but I can sure worry over it! I have prayed for you and your family many times. I hope that you see HIS divine blessing and provision very soon.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7668050648919046122.post-4175376953888943622009-09-10T10:52:21.769-04:002009-09-10T10:52:21.769-04:00Hi Kristy,
I'm writing in response to your b...Hi Kristy,<br /> <br />I'm writing in response to your blog entry entilited Spinning. Even though I've never left a comment on your blog, I do read and pray faithfully. I fully understand the journey you and your family are walking. Our family is walking a similar one (different, yet similar). My jusband and I make a cioncerted effort to "not worry", so much easier said than done. We woudl love to have your paryer support as we walk our journey adn will continue to pray for you and yours.<br /> <br />I'd like to share a few things I've learned over time. As difficult as it may be, keep your eyes on the ONE who has made a way before. As difficult as it may be, keep your eyes not on the circumstances that seems to cloud our vision but on the ONE WHO CALMS OUR STORM. <br /><br />Just as Peter who stepped had faith because he was looking at his Master? Hold on, keep looking at Jesus. I can imagine Peter thinking, I was doing good, I was walking on water but then I began to feel the cold water below my feet and I felt the bitter wind against my face and the huge waves surrounded me and then I began to sink, heart pounding, blood rushing from fear of drowning, thinking death was for certian, could it get any worse then suddenly Jesus took his hand and he realized why did I fear, Jesus was with me all the time. Love you ;) this too shall passs...<br /> <br />I do not have a blog (have considered it but doubt we could afford to maintain one). We do have a caringbridge page. The address is in my signature line. Please feel free to visit and learn more about us. <br /> <br />I try to keep this verse up front and center as we confront the challenges that continually seem to confront us. Thought it woudl be appropriate to share it with you. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7<br /><br />Joanne Kocourek (mom to Joshua, Dawn, Annalies and Kristen)<br />http://www.caringbridge.org/il/annakrisservedogmomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18051891451657688679noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7668050648919046122.post-65981291060878976092009-09-09T14:41:43.390-04:002009-09-09T14:41:43.390-04:00I'm a chronic worrier. I too have always chalk...I'm a chronic worrier. I too have always chalked it up to 'it's in the genes' or 'I'll always be a worrier'. I realized after reading the book "The Bondage Breaker" that is completely a lie from Satan and a sinful pattern that I instinctively fall into. I HIGHLY recommend that book. He's a former pastor who now counsels and it's a powerful book to read. <br />I need to reread it myself as I am in a pattern of worry about my health. My worry typically stems from health concerns and (obviously) the anxiety/worry only adds to is the source of many of the physical issues.<br />Thank you Lord for being a patient and loving Teacher.<br />A sister-in-Christ,<br />KristinKristinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05556324250050866958noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7668050648919046122.post-88222633599597822222009-09-09T13:12:35.130-04:002009-09-09T13:12:35.130-04:00WOW!!!! Kristy, I have found your blog from The Bu...WOW!!!! Kristy, I have found your blog from The Buckinghams. I found yours for a reason I do believe! <br />I will keep you in my prayers!!<br />I am too a "worrier" but I have been able been trying to overcome it. I have made progress.Some.<br />I am separated from my husband of 20 years. We have so much to overcome. So of course I have worried my self constantly. I have since decided if I follow God's will and let him help me, it will work out.<br />Thank you so much for the encouragement!!! I am going to follow your blog.<br />Everything will work out for y'all.....<br />Love,<br />AmeeAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12486779465315798350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7668050648919046122.post-23638098537097409322009-09-09T12:25:15.131-04:002009-09-09T12:25:15.131-04:00Hi Kristy -
I, too, struggle with worry. And these...Hi Kristy -<br />I, too, struggle with worry. And these days I struggle with the desire to be home caring for my kids instead of working full time. So, I am continuing to pray for His guidance. I will be praying for your family as well, and I can't wait to see the post that says "HE DID IT!!" :D Our God is good, all the time; and all the time, God is good.<br />~MindyMindyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08990435701350969614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7668050648919046122.post-53716915393123280092009-09-09T10:48:20.463-04:002009-09-09T10:48:20.463-04:00I think it is a wonderful situation to be a stay a...I think it is a wonderful situation to be a stay at home mom. However, we all must realize that God always states we should pay our debtors. If it comes down to it speak to your Pastor to get a clearer view and to get a non-biased opinion. If you can stay at home on one income and be able to pay your debts, then yes God is providing you with his will for you to stay home. Sometimes though we mistake His will for our own (I think God wants all mother's to stay at home, but we ignore his will and go into debt). Also, if your husband is dealing with the stress of job loss---maybe it is time to hold him up.<br /><br />Either way, I do sincerely wish you luck. I know what I am saying will sound harsh, but it not intended to be a personal attack.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7668050648919046122.post-51174369930386469862009-09-09T00:01:14.146-04:002009-09-09T00:01:14.146-04:00Oh Kristy, thank you for being so authentic and op...Oh Kristy, thank you for being so authentic and open. I so needed to hear exactly what you wrote. My husband and I are in a major financial bind too, as well as some other huge things (like figuring out how to get my body healed after a serious birth injury from 8 monhts ago either by waiting for Canada's health care to finally fix me or paying for it somehow in my old home state). I have been so worried that every muscle in my body seems permanently tensed and I've begun clenching my teeth at night. The worry has turned into discouragement, and that has put me in the silent and isolated wilderness where I'm surrounded by doubts once more about God and His supposed care for us. I'm a M.E.S.S., as you say, and your post is going to be one I read over and over again to help me remember to breathe through this hard season.<br /><br />Thank you. You don't know me, but thank you.Inklinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02775312085301951675noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7668050648919046122.post-86310544691305234432009-09-08T20:56:06.344-04:002009-09-08T20:56:06.344-04:00I speak from a year of experience, when I say that...I speak from a year of experience, when I say that God will provide! My husband has been out of work for over a year now and never once have we gone without. Those verses in Matthew have been a constant reminder to me when I get in the worry mode. James is also a good book to read. He will never leave you. The same God that is with you on the mountian top is there to carry you through the valley's of life. You just need to trust that He is big enough to carry the weight...and He is. I pray that you chose to believe God...it's something that I have to work on daily too.Bethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00291894753291209119noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7668050648919046122.post-16261084121539689602009-09-08T19:38:00.578-04:002009-09-08T19:38:00.578-04:00Hi Kristy!
Great blog post. Hope you feel better ...Hi Kristy!<br /><br />Great blog post. Hope you feel better soon! I really enjoyed reading your blog and learning about parenting. With your positive outlook on life, I feel that your blog would be a great addition to Wellsphere's HealthBlogger Network (HBN). The HBN has over 2,600 bloggers that share a common goal to share their knowledge with others, which enables Wellsphere to provide information that is personal and relevant to over 6 million visitors a month.<br /><br />Feel free to visit our Health Blogger Network at http://www.wellsphere.com/health-blogger, where you can apply to join. Or just email me at hua [at] wellsphere [dot] com.<br /><br />Have a great day!<br />Hua<br />Director of Blogger NetworksHuahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04703549526338294520noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7668050648919046122.post-7461081048598363962009-09-08T13:29:02.138-04:002009-09-08T13:29:02.138-04:00You stated that you felt like God is calling you t...You stated that you felt like God is calling you to stay home. I know sometimes our inner voices are louder than Gods in our minds and in our hearts. Maybe the financial issue is God speaking to you that it is time to go to work?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7668050648919046122.post-31981294139046655702009-09-08T12:52:34.060-04:002009-09-08T12:52:34.060-04:00Hello I just found your site from another site. Al...Hello I just found your site from another site. Although I don't have any children, I do know what it is like to have a one income coming in. My husband isn't able to work due to back issues and anxiety disorder and I am unemployed. During this time my husband and I have been learning that nothing is too big for God. God isn't surprised when we come to him with our cares. He already knows what we need when we need it. You can do this!!! Your family can and will survive on the one income because GOD IS YOUR SOURCE. Jobs, donations, gifts are just channels that God uses to help us, but he is the main source. The word of God says that our thoughts are not his thoughts and his ways our not our ways. So when we think stuff is going to happen this way it happens another way. THe word of God also says when you go thru the fire you will not be burned. THe other thing is if God told you to be a mom at home, be obedient to God and not man. The main scripture I have been standing on is 2Co 4:8 We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair;<br />2Co 4:9 Persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed; <br />Your family can do this!<br /><br />Encouragement from your sister in the Lord<br />CassieCassienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7668050648919046122.post-21192500198102912482009-09-08T11:32:45.414-04:002009-09-08T11:32:45.414-04:00Kristy, I'm praying for you.Kristy, I'm praying for you.Krystalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06271566505689962441noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7668050648919046122.post-42327699078657673482009-09-06T22:55:24.078-04:002009-09-06T22:55:24.078-04:00Kristy,
Your post hit home for me. I haven't...Kristy,<br /><br />Your post hit home for me. I haven't posted here often, but I wanted you to know I will be in prayer for you tonight. I don't know the specific details of your situation, but I am struggling with exactly what you described as well. We made the decision for my to quit my job doing in-home daycare in April as we had been struggling with infertility and have had several miscarriages for over 2 years and I wanted to make sure I could be the best Mom I could be to my two girls as I wasn't sure I was going to get to experience young children at home again. I felt both my girls and me were missing out on activities and normal everyday things. I was feeling stressed and burnt out with daycare and in turn my husband and children were suffering. Our income has shrunk by $1600 a month. We knew things would be tight, living on just one income, but our finances are a lot tougher than we ever imagined they would be. I have been extremely blessed and we found out we are pregnant after such a long road. I am on medications that are making me pretty sick, along with morning sickness and me getting a *job* is just not an option right now. I too need to let go of the worry and leave it in God's hands. He does always provide. It is hard though and I completely understand how you must be feeling. I just wanted to share that I am in a similar position. I am praying hard for you.<br /><br />~KristiKristi in Coloradonoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7668050648919046122.post-35459078900443784052009-09-06T21:28:23.117-04:002009-09-06T21:28:23.117-04:00Hi Sweet Kristy,
I wanted you to know that I am an...Hi Sweet Kristy,<br />I wanted you to know that I am and will continue to pray for all your needs to be met. I like Emily, can't wait to see what He is going to do for you! I read this beautiful post, a post that spoke to me because I am a worrier too. And believe me, no matter how little or much you have, we do choose to let worry take over. the devil is very good at that game. Even when we have the least, we are blessed with the Most and the devil knows it and is scares him! When I read all your friend's comments I am reminded yet again, how God is using you and Howard and your boys and girl! You are amazing and through your struggles and worry and hardships.....you are blessing so many!! Keep on keeping on cause God is saying "well done!".<br />Love you,<br />KimKim (marygracesummons.blogspot.com)https://www.blogger.com/profile/14368553087650841135noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7668050648919046122.post-33174336914428088292009-09-06T17:05:09.405-04:002009-09-06T17:05:09.405-04:00(((Hugs))) I needed to be reminded of this. Than...(((Hugs))) I needed to be reminded of this. Thank you! <br /><br />My prayers are with you Kristy.Autumnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12820597446314485309noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7668050648919046122.post-32848515336816424112009-09-06T13:17:50.885-04:002009-09-06T13:17:50.885-04:00This post really hit home with me. My husband has ...This post really hit home with me. My husband has not worked since May 2008, has applied for SS disability, denied twice, and now we are waiting for a hearing. He has a very rare blood disorder. The medicine he takes to keep his red blood cells in a decent range, but not normal range, makes him sick. He has horrible tired spells where he has to lay down. He can't keep a job and not show up for work (funny how employers want you actually want you to work every day). We haven't been able to make a house payment since November, and God has allowed us to stay in our house so far. I have a job, not very good, and horrible insurance. But we know God will pull us through. I am not too much of a worrier, but my husband is like you, worries all the time. He worries about me, which is sweet, but he needs to focus on taking care of himself. Keep your eyes on God, he takes care of his own!<br />SandyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7668050648919046122.post-77071516149486520242009-09-06T00:54:05.633-04:002009-09-06T00:54:05.633-04:00Kristy: just stopping by to let you know that our ...Kristy: just stopping by to let you know that our family just finished praying for you. I know I never have met you, but I love you in the Lord Sister.Sharihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04554314908015066118noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7668050648919046122.post-58698596842813329402009-09-06T00:28:07.064-04:002009-09-06T00:28:07.064-04:00Me too, I'll pray for us both to let that cont...Me too, I'll pray for us both to let that control go and rest in Him!KKhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10815049701010983875noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7668050648919046122.post-37780125030679738592009-09-05T19:32:22.743-04:002009-09-05T19:32:22.743-04:00Here is an paper I found by Basilea Schlink. I'...Here is an paper I found by Basilea Schlink. I'm not sure if you have ever heard of her but she wrote a book high lighting different sins. This paper is about worrying. (If I am not mistaken this is one chapter from her book "You will never be the same")<br /><br />http://articles.christiansunite.com/article872.shtml<br /><br />This is another paper I found about mistrust<br /><br />http://articles.christiansunite.com/article854.shtml<br /><br />I don't mean to preach at you but to hopefully point you towards something helpful. (Please know that I struggle with this issue also.)Faithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12277126825351553004noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7668050648919046122.post-50039578993889955602009-09-05T15:36:49.052-04:002009-09-05T15:36:49.052-04:00KRISTY, I understand some of what you are going th...KRISTY, I understand some of what you are going through. My husband of 19 years left 6 weeks ago. We could lose our house.We have four girls ages 15,13,9,and 5.And he will not tell us what he is going to do. All we can do is PRAY AND WAIT ON GOD.I do not think my husband is saved even though he prayed the prayer in the past.He needs GOD VERY BADLY. I thank GOD every day for my church. I will pray for you. Please pray for me and my family.We will get through this with GOD. THNK YOU, SUSANAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7668050648919046122.post-40313922442120875442009-09-05T15:36:28.455-04:002009-09-05T15:36:28.455-04:00Dear Kristy, my favourite verse about difficult ci...Dear Kristy, my favourite verse about difficult circumstances, come from Daniel. When His three friends were about to be thrown into the furnace, they said to the king that God could rescue them, but even if he chose not to, they would only serve and worship Him (Dan 3:17-18). As you face the 'furnace', my prayer is that your faith would be like theirs. God CAN definitely solve this problem for you, but even if He chooses not to, He will be in there with you. <br />Blessings, JessicaJessicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10902684024794733747noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7668050648919046122.post-5829017564421895552009-09-05T12:31:53.478-04:002009-09-05T12:31:53.478-04:00Your words are just what I also needed to hear. W...Your words are just what I also needed to hear. We too are in a very tight financial situation. In the past, God has always provided for us..gotten us through. This time it is taking him a little longer! I have faith that it will all work out. I needed to hear that worry is a sin. I too need to learn to leave my worries for God too. I also come from a family that worries. I am a stay at home mom too, only thing, my youngest is 8 already. But its hard to find a job where I live, let alone one between school hours. And what if my son gets sick at school or needs to stay home sick? I have no one to watch him or get him! I think with small kids, moms should stay home if at all possible. I will be praying for you and everyone else who posted about their troubles! <br />Thanks for posting about this!Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17943990816917231476noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7668050648919046122.post-40715752219226107812009-09-05T11:21:04.510-04:002009-09-05T11:21:04.510-04:00I stay at home with my children too. I get a hard...I stay at home with my children too. I get a hard time because my daughter is in 2nd grade now, and my son starts preschool in a couple weeks. I'm told that I am lazy, etc. Finances on our end aren't the best either. We aren't desperate, but at any moment, we could be. <br /><br />Our decisions to stay home with our children are personal and run deep in our veins. It drives me out of my mind when I get words from other people. I am glad you aren't second guessing your decision to stay home. <br /><br />Hugs to the kiddos!asplashofsunshinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13233116341478208473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7668050648919046122.post-42883141118889356072009-09-05T11:14:07.551-04:002009-09-05T11:14:07.551-04:00Thank you for this post Kristy all be it that I am...Thank you for this post Kristy all be it that I am sad for the reason you had to post it. I pray for your family, and understand what it is like to feel like the financial weight of the world is on your shoulders. We are there right now too.<br />My husband and I choose for me to stop teaching and stay home with our special needs son. And I wont lie the worry has me up at night because I too am a worrier. So the verses you posted were needed for me as well. I know that God is an on time God but sometimes I sure wish I could as least get an idea of the schedule. <br />I hear the "why dont you just work" a lot too and I think that is easy to say but when you feel that you are in God's will to stay home, it isnt as easy as that. Then add special needs that are required to take care of our son it just complicates everything. <br />I wish I had magic advise but all I can say is you are not alone and you have so many that pray for you!Lighthouse Photographyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01581964920297814096noreply@blogger.com