tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4191096654817601753.post890900086597480878..comments2023-10-22T08:55:26.583-05:00Comments on Mental P Mama: AttachmentsMental P Mamahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05957544840704376193noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4191096654817601753.post-34845716515172224362008-10-29T09:58:00.000-05:002008-10-29T09:58:00.000-05:00The children leaving...what a transition. I would ...The children leaving...what a transition. I would go back and do it all over again, those children. So now to discover what's next?<BR/><BR/>and I keep trying to answer your The Shack question, if I could only remember it...but here is what to say about tribulations...here is what you learn from them...nothihg...the only thing of value that we learn from as the love that sustains us in all circumstances...without that love, there is only pain. <BR/><BR/>Don't I sound like a knowa-it-all.Camelliahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17350737352071160386noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4191096654817601753.post-9070062151400657022008-10-29T09:20:00.000-05:002008-10-29T09:20:00.000-05:00Sounds like a wonderful book. I'll have to scan Am...Sounds like a wonderful book. I'll have to scan Amazon for it. Personally, I hate change when it comes to people that I love, unless it's for the best. Which is the case in your situation. As for change in life...if I had my way, I would be a traveling gypsy, changing locations until I was exhausted. Since I can't, maybe I'll just rearrange some furniture.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4191096654817601753.post-41515999998654904782008-10-29T06:35:00.000-05:002008-10-29T06:35:00.000-05:00I tend to choose books as self medication, and thu...I tend to choose books as self medication, and thus they can't be too deep or thought provoking... sort of like chocolate for the mind...<BR/><BR/>I did not cry when we dropped my son off at school for the first time. I think it was because he so evidently belonged there... I'm not sure what will happen with my daughter. I think I will probably see it as a step toward maturity -- just not sure whether it is her maturity or mine...<BR/>xoxo,<BR/>MaryMaryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11799729997229744515noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4191096654817601753.post-60043325559823092292008-10-29T06:31:00.000-05:002008-10-29T06:31:00.000-05:00I am intrigued by your description of the book, so...I am intrigued by your description of the book, so now I'll have to go get it, of course. I was Buddhist for a few years before returning to Christianity, so it sounds like it's right up my alley. The first noble truth: there is suffering. How could anyone argue with that? Everyone finds their own path out of suffering, though. <BR/><BR/>Peace - DRiverPoethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01846730934649303857noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4191096654817601753.post-17922253223783428582008-10-29T00:32:00.000-05:002008-10-29T00:32:00.000-05:00I enjoyed this post! Sorry about your clothing......I enjoyed this post! Sorry about your clothing...and your poor town..what a loss. You have made me interested in reading this book..one I probably would have passed up and as far as composure when it comes to my kids...my kidneys were definately built too close to my tear ducts! Those kinds of things are really really tough!Sassyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13350876324406816793noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4191096654817601753.post-41485762360949528322008-10-28T22:35:00.000-05:002008-10-28T22:35:00.000-05:00First off, I am so glad this is not another biogra...First off, I am so glad this is not another biography for you..LaLa, you need to do the MPC book club...I really feel this will be a hit:)<BR/>oxox<BR/>JulesJuleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03920275630028740624noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4191096654817601753.post-53134025521314992092008-10-28T16:57:00.000-05:002008-10-28T16:57:00.000-05:00One more thought on The Shack. I also loved the pa...One more thought on The Shack. I also loved the part where God appeared to Mack as a black woman in the kitchen cooking. The personification and the meaning behind it is comforting to me. Just to think that He would be in the form that is warm and comforting to each individual and not something to fear (i.e. Mack's father) goes with all I think of God. <BR/><BR/>You write so well about this.Eggheadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12929947510816062200noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4191096654817601753.post-9347686442478239312008-10-28T11:31:00.000-05:002008-10-28T11:31:00.000-05:00I'd be up for the Mental book club. Haven't read T...I'd be up for the Mental book club. Haven't read The Shack, but almost picked it up today. Almost picked up Twilight. But I'm afraid to spend money right now. I did buy wine the other night though . . . priorities, you know.<BR/><BR/>I thought I'd cry when the son I was closest to left for college. I thought I'd break. But after dropping him off, and seeing how happy and safe he was, I didn't shed a tear. I was so proud of myself!Country Girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14432335393660130255noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4191096654817601753.post-83493857317580758362008-10-28T11:29:00.000-05:002008-10-28T11:29:00.000-05:00Your review of THE SHACK? Well put, ma'am. And al...Your review of THE SHACK? Well put, ma'am. And all your followers comments - your review makes them want to read for themselves. There are many bad reviews out there of THE SHACK - some folks got really nasty and judgmental. Such that some decided not to even try it for themselves.<BR/><BR/>I read it and got much from it. I think alot of what you derive from the allegory depends on where you are in your own self in terms of forgiveness, sorrow, and the tough things life brings our way.<BR/><BR/>I think I would like to lie on the dock with the Lord, how 'bout you?<BR/><BR/>Thanks for your thoughts here.<BR/>~M ad(elyn) in Alabama<BR/>www.xanga.com/madewyn~Madhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14324326532848644809noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4191096654817601753.post-13027567410109240422008-10-28T11:08:00.000-05:002008-10-28T11:08:00.000-05:00I have "The Shack" but now I have to read it.Well ...I have "The Shack" but now I have to read it.<BR/><BR/>Well said Mama. You put to word the things I believe we all think about but cannot quite express.<BR/><BR/>I fear we face some daunting times ahead for ourselves but aren't we lucky we have the fantastic children we have.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4191096654817601753.post-14892998272331439192008-10-28T11:06:00.000-05:002008-10-28T11:06:00.000-05:00You related fiction and real life beautifully. Ver...You related fiction and real life beautifully. Very well done.<BR/><BR/>Very sad to hear about the fire. The news can be so depressing.Hilaryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12787493532006658679noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4191096654817601753.post-4159350754267576732008-10-28T10:29:00.000-05:002008-10-28T10:29:00.000-05:00My friend read it and was very unsettled about it....My friend read it and was very unsettled about it. I decided I wouldn't even bother with it. Now, after your post, I'm 11th on the library wait list (hint: if you want a book faster, ask for the large print edition. The regular print edition had 47 holds :))<BR/><BR/>Now, when does the book club start?Caution/Lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11172990197662644455noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4191096654817601753.post-66614518711937697302008-10-28T09:14:00.000-05:002008-10-28T09:14:00.000-05:00That was a lovely post. I've heard of the book but...That was a lovely post. I've heard of the book but thought it sounded quite depressing. Reading your take on it, maybe I should pick it up. Change is constant for all of us and rarely easy to deal with.Keethahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10391755322320140235noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4191096654817601753.post-57463585704380717332008-10-28T08:54:00.000-05:002008-10-28T08:54:00.000-05:00I'm in on the Mental Book Club. I'm also going to...I'm in on the Mental Book Club. I'm also going to find "The Shack", pronto.<BR/><BR/>My baby will be leaving the nest in less than two years. I'm terrified and excited for her, all at the same time. Isn't our job to prepare them to fly?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4191096654817601753.post-30751926051883833892008-10-28T08:07:00.000-05:002008-10-28T08:07:00.000-05:00I can identify with your thoughts on the book... I...I can identify with your thoughts on the book... I've always thought spritulism should be more universal and less segmented.<BR/><BR/>Having your kids step out into the larger world is difficult, espcically when you will be more of a spectator. Your finest work, going out to be tested. They'll do fine, because you'll be there for them. <BR/><BR/>Thanks for such a great post!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4191096654817601753.post-6276571330568650662008-10-28T07:18:00.000-05:002008-10-28T07:18:00.000-05:00That vacay in Florida was really good for you wasn...That vacay in Florida was really good for you wasn't it? <BR/><BR/>I must add that book on my list of what to read next.<BR/><BR/>Mental Book Club...yes, I agree and would so join. Do it...I have Tuesdays through Thursdays friday for posting or you can have a private blog just for Menatl Members!!! Ohay, now you have to do it, because I am all excited. WHat deep and thought provoking discussions we can have.<BR/><BR/>MarleneAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11896061515444647254noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4191096654817601753.post-6442167836370731092008-10-28T07:12:00.000-05:002008-10-28T07:12:00.000-05:00Thanks for the book review.Think I'll read this on...Thanks for the book review.<BR/>Think I'll read this one.<BR/><BR/><A HREF="http://wwwbearnaked.blogspot.com/" REL="nofollow">Bear((( ))) </A>Bear Nakedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10911207797995309155noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4191096654817601753.post-20183853694850788272008-10-28T07:03:00.000-05:002008-10-28T07:03:00.000-05:00A post to think about and a book to read. Thanks ...A post to think about and a book to read. Thanks MPM.Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02381445346226109566noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4191096654817601753.post-63371083189681533212008-10-28T06:45:00.000-05:002008-10-28T06:45:00.000-05:00"Suffering is born of attachments to objects that ..."Suffering is born of attachments to objects that are transient, and the loss of such objects is both inevitable and painful." <BR/>Beautiful, thoughtful post. I'd add that suffering is born of attachment to people through relationships. Relationships are fluid and ever changing and sometime the changes are painful. But they are inevitable and not necessarily bad. They usually provide us with some level of personal growth if we approach them with an open mind and heart.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4191096654817601753.post-37626910536145911872008-10-28T06:33:00.000-05:002008-10-28T06:33:00.000-05:00First, the book sounds like an interesting read an...First, the book sounds like an interesting read and perhaps very appropriate for these times. I'll put it on my list...which reminds me of a book I wanted to read which was reviewed in a magazine this summer...something about the speed of light??! I digress. <BR/>Secondly, it is so sad to learn of personal tragedy as such in the local fire. So many people affected, you can't help but feel sorry and lift up prayer.<BR/>Thirdly...ahhh...wait, have to read your post..oh, yes...becoming an empty nester. It is tough, don't let anybody fool you, but it is the natural progression. Little birds must leave the nest and fly away. sniff...sniff...wine does wonders!Debhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04787912254932077059noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4191096654817601753.post-43367863229535874292008-10-28T06:01:00.000-05:002008-10-28T06:01:00.000-05:00excellent.excellent.Laura ~Peach~https://www.blogger.com/profile/06436851234824883774noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4191096654817601753.post-8449979122461357822008-10-28T05:35:00.000-05:002008-10-28T05:35:00.000-05:00Perfect reflection...in every way, my friend.Perfect reflection...in every way, my friend.abbhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08879476262337290531noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4191096654817601753.post-5507769609088782692008-10-28T05:08:00.000-05:002008-10-28T05:08:00.000-05:00I'm going to have to read the book now.I'm going to have to read the book now.Chesapeake Bay Womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07187804072769932131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4191096654817601753.post-45999952167115825032008-10-28T00:56:00.001-05:002008-10-28T00:56:00.001-05:00I have had a few people recommend The Shack as an ...I have had a few people recommend The Shack as an insightful and thought-provoking book. Maybe I'll have to pick it up.Heidihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01897963154223770756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4191096654817601753.post-76079827944220936732008-10-28T00:56:00.000-05:002008-10-28T00:56:00.000-05:00Amen Miss. And as hard as it is to send them off, ...Amen Miss. And as hard as it is to send them off, it is a wonderful beginning for them as well as a new beginning for you.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com