tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post4359841541189210934..comments2024-02-26T08:02:05.002-05:00Comments on Nitty.Gritty.: Comments=Too much Nitty.Gritty. Drama...for now.Jodyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01338865463777681078noreply@blogger.comBlogger47125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-62095752546782033452020-07-09T00:54:40.873-04:002020-07-09T00:54:40.873-04:00Thank you for being such an inspiration to me and ...Thank you for being such an inspiration to me and others around you.<br />I enjoyed reading your articles. This is truly a great read for me. I have bookmarked it and I am looking forward to reading new articles.<br />antiwormhttps://www.dosepharmacy.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-27159284057365941802007-02-25T00:45:00.000-05:002007-02-25T00:45:00.000-05:00proverbs tells us not to waste our wise words (as...proverbs tells us not to waste our wise words (as it says "pearls") on swine....do not waste time giving words of wisdom to those who will trample it under their feet and not learn and grow from it. choosing to not reply and choosing to shut off the comments is a way to heed this wisdom of proverbs. the wasted time, energy and negative thoughts on both parts is destructive and pulls people down. "whatsoever things are pure, honorable, or praiseworthy; think on such things...."Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-15234984040827692592007-02-25T00:41:00.000-05:002007-02-25T00:41:00.000-05:00"i don't care what religion you are or no religion..."i don't care what religion you are or no religion at all. we need to be supportive a care about eachother as a group. <BR/>grow up and remember that this is jodys space and if you don't like what she has to say than get out." <BR/><BR/>I AGREE THAT WOMEN NEED TO SUPPORT EACH OTHER AS A GROUP. BUT I DON'T SEE ANY OF THIS "SUPPORT" IN TELLING SOMEONE TO "GET OUT". <BR/><BR/>SUPPORT (OR GRACE) CAN BE EXTENDED TO EACH OTHER, EVEN WHEN WE DON'T AGREE . . . . EVEN WHEN WE FEEL OFFENDED OR HURT. THAT IS TRUE SUPPORT (GRACE). <BR/><BR/>WHEN IT IS GIVEN TO PEOPLE WE LOVE AND RESPECT AND LIKE . . . WELL, THAT IS LOVELY . . . BUT REALLY, IT IS JUST . . . EASY.cara harjeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05633544149049073597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-1184973003092896312007-02-24T21:17:00.000-05:002007-02-24T21:17:00.000-05:00i am so grossed out by such childishness. we are ...i am so grossed out by such childishness. we are women (most of us). we as women need to take care of eachother and respect eachother not put eachother down. i don't care what religion you are or no religion at all. we need to be supportive a care about eachother as a group. <BR/><BR/>grow up and remember that this is jodys space and if you don't like what she has to say than get out. <BR/><BR/>as a mother i know that sometimes i just need a place to say what i feel. this is jodys place to do that. as a mother i also know that i don't always have the support i need at home (even though i have an amazing husband) but my blog is a nice place to just say how i feel or display things or people that i'm proud of<BR/>where i know that i'll be respected. <BR/><BR/>i know that you know that if you can't say something nice than don't say anything at all. well this is one of those times. jody is a good person and isn't being hurtful or unkind to anyone she is just a woman, mother, wife and most importantly a child of god and she diserves respect as the rest of us do.<BR/><BR/>i really think that this sad person who is so negative just has a rough life and can't find the peace in life that you have and is just jealous, that's ok and we are all sorry for you but keep it to yourself or try to ask jody how she has found peace or just REALLY read her words of wisdom.<BR/><BR/>jody i'm so sorry that people are so mean and spiteful.stacyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08804749794097645656noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-36483548506049357502007-02-24T20:36:00.000-05:002007-02-24T20:36:00.000-05:00good idea, jody!!! i think that is a smart choice...good idea, jody!!! i think that is a smart choice.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-14180689373979707822007-02-24T18:40:00.000-05:002007-02-24T18:40:00.000-05:00Hey Jody -- sorry people are rotten. So not worth...Hey Jody -- sorry people are rotten. So not worth your time. I think you're awesome! <BR/>xo<BR/>-AAmy T Schuberthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10291762341490627669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-56659347328499893702007-02-24T11:22:00.000-05:002007-02-24T11:22:00.000-05:00Wow Jody. I am so sorry that you are having to de...Wow Jody. I am so sorry that you are having to deal with such rudeness. <BR/><BR/>To the two anonymous posters who chose to be insulting. I understand not agreeing with certain viewpoints and wanting to state your difference of opinions, but name calling goes too far. If you don't agree with Jody's decision to put her trust and faith in God and how she chooses to look at life, fine. But the least you can do is to do it respectfully.Crishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02796076332054673857noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-35935285865302671322007-02-24T09:03:00.000-05:002007-02-24T09:03:00.000-05:00Jody, please forgive me for using your comment sec...Jody, please forgive me for using your comment section to say a few things to fame addicted Ann Onymous. First of all, Jody isn't a princess, she's a saint. She could be a queen however, as God has a mansion waiting for her in heaven, by far greater than earthly royalty could even dream of. I suggest you get a journal and write down your anger/despair/negativity issues and lay them at the foot of the cross and ask Jesus to come into your heart. You could truly be happy then and maybe stop harrassing people. God will love you even if no one else does. Be nice to people on their way up or you'll meet them on your way down. GET A LIFE AND GET GOD IN IT BEFORE IT'S TOO LATE. Oh, by the way, thanks for the Holy Roller remark. I consider that a compliment! God bless you and your wonderful family, Jody and Chip. RitaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-1134779579532426682007-02-24T00:15:00.000-05:002007-02-24T00:15:00.000-05:00Wow! Anonymous has a bee up her #*^$!! I am brand...Wow! Anonymous has a bee up her #*^$!! I am brand new to your blog!~ but loving it! Especially how changing the colors makes 'buttercream' stand out! :)LOL<BR/><BR/>Your outlook on life is an inspiration.... I'll keep reading! That is just the great thing about life! You can choose to read or not to read!! Best wishes to you and your whole family!!!Krissyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10851017440658800862noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-15381531453487236522007-02-23T19:59:00.000-05:002007-02-23T19:59:00.000-05:00I have to put my two cents in here. I love this b...I have to put my two cents in here. I love this blog, I have only been reading it for a week or so, but have really been inspired by Jody, and how she handles her life. The person who posted above maybe should think about who really has the "fame addiction". It seems like they may get their jollies from attention, good or bad. I've only been a silent reader up until now, but I will reiterate how much I love reading your blog Jody. Good luck to you and your family!!!<BR/><BR/>Nichole from Lowell, MIAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-8807053248254877992007-02-23T17:02:00.000-05:002007-02-23T17:02:00.000-05:00Yawn, Yawn, Yawn. "The world needs those two"Chip...Yawn, Yawn, Yawn. <BR/><BR/>"The world needs those two"<BR/><BR/>Chip: Brush up on your grammar: Two means (2).<BR/>Too means, "also".Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-51942477992705915472007-02-23T09:49:00.000-05:002007-02-23T09:49:00.000-05:00Now the hubby is pissed. To the last writer...why...Now the hubby is pissed. To the last writer...why on earth do you read the blog if you don't like it. Don't hide behind "people like to be anonymous because they do not want hate mail on their blog" because that is what you are doing. If you feel you need to tell Jody something like this, e-mail her, she will respond and not share it with the world. Or, be a stand up person and call me on my cell 616-402-8325 and I will give you an answer. But more than likely you will choose to be a coward. That is all right, the world needs those two. I am by the way breaking all the rules of everything I tell Jody in not responding to attacks. By the way we think we know who you are anyway. <BR/>Signed,<BR/>Chip (aka nitty gritty hubby)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-9311200629007921782007-02-23T00:44:00.000-05:002007-02-23T00:44:00.000-05:00Two comments I'd like to point out...Remembering t...Two comments I'd like to point out...<BR/><BR/><B><I>Remembering the old Jack Nicholson line....<BR/><BR/>"You can't handle the truth"<BR/><BR/>Avoidance is bliss.<BR/><BR/>Jody:<BR/><BR/>You are the one who chose to make your blog "public". You deal with those consequences. Discontinue the comments and you discontinue opportunities for different thoughts, points of view, etc. Some people may want to remain anonymous. It does not make them "bad", only vulnerable. Read up on the studies of "fame addition" and look at yourself. God bless you and your journey. Then, look into your heart in an honest, seeking manner. Please take care. YOu have issues.</B></I><BR/><BR/>Truer words have never been spoken. A lot of people choose to remain anonymous so our blogs don't get a ton of hate mail just because we have a different point of view than all you holy rollers on here.<BR/><BR/>You know what? You're the one losing out. No one says you have to read all the comments. <BR/><BR/>And while we're at it...why not quit blogging? I am sure that takes up precious scrapping time or time you could be spending with your family.<BR/><BR/>Maybe if you didn't have to code things, post pictures, and change font colors too, that would save time.<BR/><BR/>Hell, for someone that has a nanny -- can afford to sip Starbucks whenever the hell she wants to, and spends precious time on all these "lavish" junk -- more power to you.<BR/><BR/>You just use us all as a sound board, don't ya, princess?<BR/><BR/>Signed, Yet another reader you have chosen to offend by your meaningless rants and posts.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-27424023814519249972007-02-22T20:41:00.000-05:002007-02-22T20:41:00.000-05:00I have loved your blog from the first day I found ...I have loved your blog from the first day I found it. Love the way you express yourself and enjoy reading about your family. And I will continue to read your blog no matter what! Thank you for your inspirational words! Blessings to you and to your wonderful family!!!<BR/><BR/>TammyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-58032206320813092652007-02-22T13:42:00.000-05:002007-02-22T13:42:00.000-05:00I just came across your blog recently and love it....I just came across your blog recently and love it. I am glad you will still be posting and understand your need to turn off comments. It is obvious in this post alone. Obviously your rude annonymous commenters don't really BELIEVE what they say or they would put their name where their mouth is. If they don't like what you have to say why do they come to your site?????? I have read blogs I don't agree with or like and if I don't feel like they are a good use of my time I stop reading and visiting that site. Not spamming them with hate comments. It just shows what type of person they are to spend so much energy on something negative...obviously they have issues with bitterness and hate and jealousy. And since they like movie quotes I say to them from Anne of Green Gables " I will not be poisned by your bitterness"<BR/><BR/>So good for you. I will keep reading and think what you are writing is a great encouragement to others. Having gone through pain and loss and trials myself I know there is no way to DEAL with it without God and God uses all pain and trials for my good so I can face the future on a positve note knowing I have a hope greater than what is in this world. Big Hugs to you.Bethanyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10642750858017107595noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-81200010234659795032007-02-22T12:09:00.000-05:002007-02-22T12:09:00.000-05:00Jody,I never would have heard of your story if it ...Jody,<BR/>I never would have heard of your story if it weren't for comments you left on another blog. As I stated previously, you are an inspiration to us all. I also completely understand your decision to put an end to comments, especially the anonymous ones. It's not easy to express true emotion through cyber space, but you do a great job of putting yours into words. Having just entered into the world of blogging, I am hesitant with my own site for that reason, but at least we have the power to remove hurtful comments! <BR/>Good for you for doing what feels right. I sometimes have to take several days off from the computer, as it is so easy and time consuming to get sucked into other peoples life stories. There are definitely good things and bad things related to technology and grieving in today's world! <BR/>Anyway, glad to hear you will still continue blogging! <BR/><BR/>Take care!<BR/><BR/>Julie from Colorado<BR/>www.emmakatespage.blogspot.comJuliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06650665119207786191noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-21487439274133502502007-02-22T05:50:00.000-05:002007-02-22T05:50:00.000-05:00Hi, I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoy...Hi, I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoy your blog. I read it every night and when I feel down it really gives me a lift. My children are grown now and I love seeing what you and your family are doing and thinking back on when my own were young. You have been a great inspiration to me.<BR/><BR/>Please don't let a few that have jealousy issues spoil your fun. <BR/><BR/>Linda in KentuckyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-58118147591855112932007-02-22T02:29:00.000-05:002007-02-22T02:29:00.000-05:00There have been several historical studies on how ...There have been several historical studies on how everyday individuals who have been exposed to small but signficant amounts of public fame become relatively "addicted". This is not a joke, but an absolute studied trend. And when the "fame" flame does not continue to be fed, the person(s) will notch up the degree to which they wish attention simply to get the same "high". Jody, this blog may have been started "just for you" but the amount and level of adulation that has come back to you from it is enormous. I'd only advise that you step back and decide what is your true motive: To express yourself or to be honored and acknowledged as much as possible. Being "queen" feels good. It is quite a "high". But it will fade unless you keep "igniting" it with things and that is your trap. The hard part of your new journey will be to close off all the adulation shown and expressed in these comments........Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-67665358827253212272007-02-21T23:06:00.000-05:002007-02-21T23:06:00.000-05:00Jody, sorry you are having to deal with people who...Jody, sorry you are having to deal with people who leave inappropriate comments--maybe they have too much time on their hands or they envy the joy you have found?! I read your blog consistently and will continue to. We've also been through some hard things and have come to realize that although life is very painful, there is so much joy to be had! I appreciate your story, your honesty and transparency. Thanks!Lisa Leonardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09000122580195871946noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-23462208410956727882007-02-21T22:59:00.000-05:002007-02-21T22:59:00.000-05:00Jody, was just introduced to your blog late last ...Jody, was just introduced to your blog late last week...spent most of the weekend reading your archives. You are an amazing Christian witness and are very inspiring to me. God Bless you and your family. I will continue to enjoy your blog as long as it is here and may even drop you a line or two sometime via email.<BR/>Sherrie; Wichita, KansasAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-18933610598302327862007-02-21T22:30:00.000-05:002007-02-21T22:30:00.000-05:00Hey Jody, As someone who has gotten to know you pe...Hey Jody, <BR/><BR/>As someone who has gotten to know you personally I had to respond. Especially to you favorite "anonymous" writers. First, to the one who said you can't handle the truth, they couldn't even sign their name talk about not handling the truth! Second, the same person said "avoidance is bliss" Jody is not avoiding anything or anyone, did you miss the part where she gave you her e-mail address. Dig deep, find YOUR truth and e-mail with your NAME. <BR/><BR/>To the second anonymous person, who doesn't have issues? I challenge you to send an e-mail, seriously, open your mind and let her respond to YOU! Just listen and see if you can't learn something! <BR/><BR/>Jody, You are one of the most giving, balanced, and FAITHFUL person I think I have ever met! Thanks so much for your openess and giving all of us at Church and School the opportunity to KNOW you and learn from you! And yeah, your screwed-up, So am I and everyone else. Fortunately, Some of us are blessed enough to know that God has taken care of our "little" problems! Thanks, Jody<BR/><BR/>JulieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-67982522234801552312007-02-21T22:18:00.000-05:002007-02-21T22:18:00.000-05:00Hi, Jody,I hate that you feel the necessity of tur...Hi, Jody,<BR/><BR/>I hate that you feel the necessity of turning off the comments, but I can totally understand why. I guess my last words to you are....girl, you DESERVE high-speed internet! I cannot imagine how you do what you do with a dial-up connection. If you have cable TV, I bet your company offers a package that will give you a discount if you purchase both services. Mine does. I'll still be tuning in daily. Peace!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-79226421611945754822007-02-21T22:13:00.000-05:002007-02-21T22:13:00.000-05:00I forgot...our DSL is through AT&T and runs about ...I forgot...our DSL is through AT&T and runs about $50 a month which includes local phone, caller ID, and 3-way calling. My husband said that you can usually get an introductory rate for the first year of around $15 a month when they run specials.Jaenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06515515333532466090noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-59434850617828193622007-02-21T22:10:00.000-05:002007-02-21T22:10:00.000-05:00I love your blog, Jody, and am sorry about the ano...I love your blog, Jody, and am sorry about the anonymous comment issue. I don't allow anonymous comments because I feel like if people can't put their name with their ideas or thoughts, they are not worth hearing. My husband and I spent several years in paid church ministry and saw the damage that anonymous letters or rumors can do, so I've had strong opinions regarding this topic for some time. :)<BR/><BR/>Thanks for allowing us the privilege of learning from you. God is using you to touch so many of us ! :)Jaenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06515515333532466090noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-60485183832970282092007-02-21T21:28:00.000-05:002007-02-21T21:28:00.000-05:00Jody: Just wanted to take the opportunity to leav...Jody: Just wanted to take the opportunity to leave a final comment, although you can bet I will keep in touch via email. Although I was surprised by your decision to not have comments, I totally respect it. I do hope that you will continue to blog, because there are so many people out there who want to hear your wisdom and who so much appreciate it (me included). Wanted to share a few quick things - Watched your family on Lifetime over the weekend and was so glad that you passed that onto us. It was good to hear your and Chip's perspective once again. Thanks for sharing.<BR/>Also, in follow up to our nitty.gritty valentines inspiration. We made cookies and decided to share them with our neighbors. My oldest daughter (4) and I delivered our treats in sub zero temps to several families on our street. The response we got over a few cookies was much more than I imagined. We got to visit with some of them and we left other treats for those who weren't home. Although I didn't expect it we received thanks by phone or by mail from those who we didn't personally see that day. Wow! My thought in doing it nitty.gritty style wasn't for thanks, but to pass on some love and I guess we accomplished that. It is true that small things really can make a difference. We're already planning what we want to do for "next" time. Take Care. Love you Friend. Heidi S. from Gaylord.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com