tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post8305414898521468182..comments2024-03-28T13:35:16.194-04:00Comments on Author, Jody Hedlund: When It Looks Like We’re Headed for a CrashJody Hedlundhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12424307540530719614noreply@blogger.comBlogger39125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-91593075878833937202010-09-14T12:45:37.206-04:002010-09-14T12:45:37.206-04:00Never give up, but sometimes it is necessary to ta...Never give up, but sometimes it is necessary to take a break. There's only 24 hours in a day and only so much energy and attention to go around. If there are pressing needs--like caring for a family member, major projects at work, other life issues that require your full attention, it's okay to take a break.<br /><br />Some people can power through it all, but others find a short break rejuvenating. I've had to do this. The important thing is to not feel guilty nor to hide in a cave. Stay in touch with others and celebrate their successes even as your own are on hold.<br /><br />Then there are the breaks when God points you in another direction, maybe for a season, maybe forever. These breaks are tougher because we're not in control, but just as needed because God usually needs to teach us something, to get us our of His way, or to help us refocus and reprioritize our lives. In this situation, simply follow God.PatriciaWhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04572087157439187319noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-22123856570120638792010-09-13T21:37:29.326-04:002010-09-13T21:37:29.326-04:00"Stay committed. Pray hard. Believe in miracl..."Stay committed. Pray hard. Believe in miracles." -- excellent advice, Jody. Thanks for this encouraging post! :)Shari Greenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12495151345889657066noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-47433442447462574702010-09-13T10:09:02.307-04:002010-09-13T10:09:02.307-04:00This meant a lot to read. Often I just scroll thr...This meant a lot to read. Often I just scroll through a blog, but I lingered over every word. It was just the reminder that I needed to see today. Life is good but sometimes it can feel so overwhelming.Dixie Goode AKA echohttp://echo-echosvoice.blogspot.com/2010/08/getting-up-nerve-self-publishing.htmlnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-88478135351720504562010-09-12T10:15:30.027-04:002010-09-12T10:15:30.027-04:00I'm glad your son is alright. Jody, the writin...I'm glad your son is alright. Jody, the writing life is by itself a bumpy one, with its ups and downs. I really pray and hope God guides me when I am stuck big time in any situation.<br />An absolutely wonderful post! I like the fun things you do with your children inspite of having an hectic schedule.<br /><br />Before I forget, I want to wish you loads of success for The Preacher's Bride. All the way in India I can feel the excitement that my blogging friend's book is going to be launched.Rachna Chhabriahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16900999965919504282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-30629002823312067432010-09-11T17:55:13.564-04:002010-09-11T17:55:13.564-04:00Don’t give up when things get rough. Stay committe...Don’t give up when things get rough. Stay committed. Pray hard. Believe in miracles.<br /><br />Beautiful...inspiring... <br /><br />I'm glad your son is okay.VICTORIA SAAVEDRAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10329745716789899212noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-55166775031530985442010-09-11T15:19:06.832-04:002010-09-11T15:19:06.832-04:00Thank goodness your son was okay.
When I'm te...Thank goodness your son was okay.<br /><br />When I'm tempted to give up, I ask myself, "Who is going to win if you give up?" Then, like Dori from finding Nemo says, "Just keep swimming." :)MTeacresshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00381461599028233499noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-31911469421306795582010-09-10T22:44:38.855-04:002010-09-10T22:44:38.855-04:00Hi Jody -
I'm so glad your son is okay.
Whe...Hi Jody -<br /><br />I'm so glad your son is okay. <br /><br />When I'm discouraged, I remember why I'm writing and all the confirmations the Lord has given me that it's what He wants me to do. I can't do this by myself, and cry out for His strength.<br /><br />Blessings,<br />SusanSusan J. Reinhardthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07461276857852409546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-22537797825717260892010-09-10T21:26:38.762-04:002010-09-10T21:26:38.762-04:00I totally needed this today, Jody! Thank you! Life...I totally needed this today, Jody! Thank you! Life is a very bumpy ride right now. There are moments where I seriously wonder what in the world I am doing and how I will make it to the other side. I KNOW God is there and will be, but somethings the head knowledge doesn't transfer completely over to our "feelings" if that makes any sense. <br /><br />Giving up, however, is not an option. Although I do find myself throwing my self down at Jesus feet and saying, "I'm done. I can't do it today. You do it." quite often. <br /><br />And somehow, I make it through to the next day. And I'm believing that it is God doing it for me.Krista Phillipshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10772828583379163612noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-74405400781120598352010-09-10T19:27:44.362-04:002010-09-10T19:27:44.362-04:00Oh, I'm so glad your son was okay! Terrifying!...Oh, I'm so glad your son was okay! Terrifying! Even small accidents can cause damage. My oldest fell off her scooter and sprained her wrist. Hello, doctor, x-rays, and orthopedist! <br /><br />Everything in this post made me nod in agreement. Commitment--sticking with something even when it's hard and trusting that it will be for our benefit.Jill Kemererhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07865493609868329393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-54892853542273378532010-09-10T19:04:10.033-04:002010-09-10T19:04:10.033-04:00I'm so glad your son's wild ride ended oka...I'm so glad your son's wild ride ended okay! What a fright!<br /><br />Sometimes it isn't the obvious things that are responsible for our burnout times, but an accumulation of little petty ones in the background that sneak up on us. I found that scheduling a single retreat day helped get things back into perspective. A day where I immersed myself in God's word and in prayer, did wonders to refresh me and identify what changes I needed to make to be able to better cope.Carol J. Garvinhttp://careann.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-28257116123200495092010-09-10T18:11:29.950-04:002010-09-10T18:11:29.950-04:00What do I do? I go to "church." http://...What do I do? I go to "church." http://is.gd/f4JNS (smile)<br /><br />Just had several of those "tempted to give up" weeks recently. A great post, Jody, and (for me) very timely!Brock S. Henninghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12718214541048130039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-10191614191752075202010-09-10T16:29:24.797-04:002010-09-10T16:29:24.797-04:00Oh my goodness, thank heavens your son was ok! I ...Oh my goodness, thank heavens your son was ok! I have three boys myself, and I pray for their safety every day. I'm a wimp and they're adventurous, and it makes me a wreck!<br /><br />This is such a great post. If we hang on through the rough periods, stay committed, and pray hard, we'll appreciate the sunny moments that much more. It's all about perspective!<br /><br />Thanks, Jody.Julie Musilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02150454913885915017noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-33062290059910836302010-09-10T16:13:26.571-04:002010-09-10T16:13:26.571-04:00Yikes! That's a great post, Jody. Thank you ...Yikes! That's a great post, Jody. Thank you for the encouragement! No wonder I don't like to ride bikes....<br />Congrats on your latest great news!Sue Harrisonhttp://www.sueharrison.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-13443875574658328322010-09-10T15:05:37.588-04:002010-09-10T15:05:37.588-04:00Glad your son is okay. :) Good lesson; I've ha...Glad your son is okay. :) Good lesson; I've had my share of these instances. <br /><br />Congrats to Lisa!<br /><br />Blessings,<br />KarenKaren Langehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18177923284595298347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-82606942151666124032010-09-10T14:35:37.288-04:002010-09-10T14:35:37.288-04:00Oh heavens, my heart was pounding just reading thi...Oh heavens, <i>my</i> heart was pounding just reading this. I’m glad he’s okay. <br /><br />Yeah, life has thrown a few steep slopes my way and cut the breaks. I’ve seem myself come close to hitting a wall or careening of a cliff. The only way to survive is to jump before we hit that wall and slam on the break at the edge of the cliff. Then take a breath and continue on our way.Southpawhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16539290964546504171noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-10073299524483071792010-09-10T14:22:26.596-04:002010-09-10T14:22:26.596-04:00I always know I'm going to learn and be inspir...I always know I'm going to learn and be inspired when I come here. Today's story brought tears to my eyes, was exactly what I needed. Thank you.Deb Shuckahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03439395710731341021noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-33843532807458051952010-09-10T13:41:37.703-04:002010-09-10T13:41:37.703-04:00So happy your son was okay! I remember watching my...So happy your son was okay! I remember watching my oldest son, age about 12, skidding to a stop too fast in some sand and flying over the handle bars onto the street. That was when helmets weren't suggested or required. After a nightmare ambulance ride, I thanked God to find out he had only minor cuts and bruises. Next day he was back riding and I was back praying!<br /><br /><br />My writing life is like the incident with my son. Some days I go careening around, fearless and careless only to crash. But I learn from that lesson of being unprepared and going too fast and and end up sitting in God's waiting room. But, thankfully, I will write again!Donna M. Kohlstromhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04268172745025677265noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-66939268680860784242010-09-10T12:50:59.311-04:002010-09-10T12:50:59.311-04:00I love you. That is all.I love you. That is all.Debra Lynn Sheltonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08238268767406623274noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-86617409183007242582010-09-10T12:30:16.966-04:002010-09-10T12:30:16.966-04:00Commitment is a strong, powerful and necessary wor...Commitment is a strong, powerful and necessary word...one that I hold tight to myself. <br /><br />Oh gosh Jody, I'm so glad your son was OK.Lizahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16170701034715108039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-44651073487244858052010-09-10T12:09:24.126-04:002010-09-10T12:09:24.126-04:00I am so excited about winning the book! Thank you ...I am so excited about winning the book! Thank you so much.<br /><br />I really like what you have to say about commitment. Even if the commitment is made only to ourselves. It would be easy to give up writing, but the regret of what if would haunt me forever.lisahgoldenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11158660223296807317noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-17897023627473033872010-09-10T10:38:12.929-04:002010-09-10T10:38:12.929-04:00First, I have to admit that I jumped ahead to make...First, I have to admit that I jumped ahead to make sure your son was okay (I don't like suspense!). Glad he's fine, and sorry that he gave you such a scare.<br /><br />Second, yes, I have felt that terrifying "I'm not in control of this" feeling...so many times. Sometimes it only lasts for a moment, other times for a lot longer than I'd like it to. <br /><br />I don't think commitment is extinct, but it's definitely endangered in this society!Beth Mannhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14279427592537427039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-74488982719821336042010-09-10T10:24:58.597-04:002010-09-10T10:24:58.597-04:00Hi Jody,
That was one scary story. I'm glad ...Hi Jody, <br /><br />That was one scary story. I'm glad it ended well.<br /><br />I think commitment is key for any undertaking in life: a marriage, a career, a family. Sometimes things in our lives change because we as humans change. I see commitment as something that is deep, sort of a foundation to stand upon. <br />Have I ever felt like calling it quits to teaching and writing? Sure I have. <br /><br />The ideal I shoot for is the <br />commitment to myself to do the best I can do at the things I decide to do. And yes, I often forget this. Your post was a great reminder for me. Thank you:-)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-65392199046904362372010-09-10T10:02:26.726-04:002010-09-10T10:02:26.726-04:00Great post! Perhaps this is why there's so man...Great post! Perhaps this is why there's so many scriptures on perseverance.<br /><br />YES! Once my daughter was riding on a slippery road. We were riding behind her. Suddenly, she hit a pebble, her wheel turned the bike, and she careened down a steep hill, narrowly avoided a tree, and crashed into a creek. Thank God it was deep enough to cushion the fall. Even her glasses were found in muddy water.<br /><br />Oh, it took years from my life, I'll bet, just watching....Patti Lacyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00687666130404407814noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-45019417464411584632010-09-10T09:46:18.476-04:002010-09-10T09:46:18.476-04:00I'm with Theresa, Jody. The mommy in me couldn...I'm with Theresa, Jody. The mommy in me couldn't read about your writing points until I knew your little guy was okay. Shew! I'm so grateful God protects us when things speed out of control. And so glad your boy was okay.<br /><br />I agree that our culture seems to have forgotten what commitment means. In fact, I remarked to a friend the other day that many, many Christian couples we know (or knew) have divorced, and after 24 years together (and a rough beginning) my hubby and I are still together. Talk about a miracle!<br /><br />Have a good weekend Jody.Julie Gillieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16043208077641628180noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-46587928394187081042010-09-10T09:17:11.247-04:002010-09-10T09:17:11.247-04:00Great inspirational post!
I can't count the n...Great inspirational post!<br /><br />I can't count the number of times I've thrown up my hands and said, "I give up; I'm not going to write anymore." But for some reason, I keep coming back to it, keep resubmitting my stories, and keep on going.Linda Kagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00259042112816376940noreply@blogger.com