tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4521946248119237445.post5521225885036139228..comments2023-04-27T08:26:25.215-07:00Comments on Making the Moments Count: Football and Spiritualityamber_mtmchttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17871256362646081536noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4521946248119237445.post-12388311120639597752010-10-29T18:33:24.000-07:002010-10-29T18:33:24.000-07:00It often seems like the games in life are where I ...It often seems like the games in life are where I go to reboot at times like yours where I'm in a funk. I'm sure your team is as glad to know you're there for them as you are to know you have The Fan when you're down in the stats.rebecca @ altared sphttp://altaredspaces.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4521946248119237445.post-88743735152247413952010-10-27T03:29:26.000-07:002010-10-27T03:29:26.000-07:00I think I know which team you would be cheering fo...I think I know which team you would be cheering for--it has been a tough year for them.<br> <br><br> <br>I love the analogy. Yes, He is always there to help us--each and every one of us, including you and me. (I'm so grateful for that knowledge.) It's easy to get down on ourselves and think we're the only ones who make the same mistake over and over, but He will help us through it all. When we read about forgiveness, and how we need to forgive others 70 times 7--that means forgiving ourselves, too.<br> <br><br> <br>Hang in there. Hugs.Yvonnehttp://imonehappymama.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4521946248119237445.post-76885139454187946082010-10-27T01:16:57.000-07:002010-10-27T01:16:57.000-07:00You and yours have been through alot. But we are h...You and yours have been through alot. But we are here, cheering for you, on the sidelines all of the time. Sending you hugs.Rudrihttp://www.beingrudri.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4521946248119237445.post-6367019409431530042010-10-26T21:19:56.000-07:002010-10-26T21:19:56.000-07:00Perfect analogy and just know you have a fan over ...Perfect analogy and just know you have a fan over here!! ;)Tiffanyhttp://www.elastamom.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4521946248119237445.post-56990239236396037302010-10-26T20:26:11.000-07:002010-10-26T20:26:11.000-07:00You need just one win to push you into the confide...You need just one win to push you into the confidence arena!Kristina P.http://www.kristinapblogs.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4521946248119237445.post-28269767334239248152010-10-26T07:43:43.000-07:002010-10-26T07:43:43.000-07:00Just like BYU, you have lots of fans cheering for ...Just like BYU, you have lots of fans cheering for you. Chin up!Melanie Jacobsonnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4521946248119237445.post-82865529193164927432010-10-25T23:54:17.000-07:002010-10-25T23:54:17.000-07:00I love the metaphor. And I'm glad you made th...I love the metaphor. And I'm glad you made the decisions/choices that are best for you and for your family. I know this year has been tough for you - but as long as you hold on to God, he'll help you make it through, and to find some peace. Thinking about you! xoxoxothe undomestic househttp://theworkinghousewife.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4521946248119237445.post-40061273781203774262010-10-25T21:32:40.000-07:002010-10-25T21:32:40.000-07:00Well....I'll take your word for it that footba...Well....I'll take your word for it that football is more than just a game. ;- ) But I'm glad that you're slowly finding your way back. It's been a few rough patches but it seems that with faith and your family, you can't stray too far from the woman you once were. They're always here to remind you of that.Justinehttp://www.herewhereihavelanded.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4521946248119237445.post-17982102210115074082010-10-25T19:31:31.000-07:002010-10-25T19:31:31.000-07:00I'm also rooting for you. For all four of you....I'm also rooting for you. For all four of you. It's been a terribly tough year. How could you <i>not</i> feel the cumulative effects?<br> <br><br> <br>Sending a hug.BigLittleWolfhttp://dailyplateofcrazy.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4521946248119237445.post-48492251283201782842010-10-25T12:46:14.000-07:002010-10-25T12:46:14.000-07:00Coming back from the terrible blow of loss takes t...Coming back from the terrible blow of loss takes time. And patience. Finding the pieces of what you once were, putting the together again, perhaps a bit differently. The healing will come. And you will feel whole again. Different, but whole. <br> <br>A friend of mine with much heartbreak in her life said she thought every time your heart is broken it's an opportunity to make it a little bigger. I think God works on us in ways we cannot understand, and often rail against. A losing season may set the stage for grander wins.Katehttp://Watercoloringthetable.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4521946248119237445.post-44332113037155012462010-10-25T09:55:06.000-07:002010-10-25T09:55:06.000-07:00Your spirituality has always moved me Amber. I fe...Your spirituality has always moved me Amber. I feel that you will always have a winning proposition when you have your faith by your side.Cathyhttp://www.alliwanttosay.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4521946248119237445.post-64356799187873969292010-10-25T07:46:12.000-07:002010-10-25T07:46:12.000-07:00Well, I'm no fair-weather fan! :) Seriously: ...Well, I'm no fair-weather fan! :) <br> <br>Seriously: even when you might want to sit one out, we don't. (At least not here!) When the going gets totally miserable and puzzling, you stay frank and good-humored. I don't know how that translates to football terms, but - wink wink - it's all more than a game!Lesliehttp://fivetonine.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4521946248119237445.post-92210603147214671052010-10-25T06:57:45.000-07:002010-10-25T06:57:45.000-07:00It sounds like you're rooting for the Browns! ...It sounds like you're rooting for the Browns! Haha. But seriously, when things are so bleak-seeming, it might be helpful to keep a gratitude journal. Every day write something positive that you're grateful for, or make a small, achievable goal for yourself that you can check off. Give yourself a gold star. We are often our own worst critics, and chances are you're being a much better mother and wife than you give yourself credit for. Hang in there! Glad your faith is so strong, now just remind yourself how worthy you are!Rivkihttp://lifeinthemarriedlane.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4521946248119237445.post-1999487600765383312010-10-25T06:23:36.000-07:002010-10-25T06:23:36.000-07:00I can't even talk about the football. I don...I can't even talk about the football. I don't even want to think about it. I will tell my husband who jinxed the team, though.<br> <br><br> <br>I love the metaphor. I hope you get past this year quickly and start a better season soon! (But make sure not to fire your "coach", you still need Him!)Charlottehttp://latermom.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4521946248119237445.post-52742582882713218692010-10-25T03:50:41.000-07:002010-10-25T03:50:41.000-07:00Oh Amber, I think you know that I get this. Well n...Oh Amber, I think you know that I get this. Well not the football part :-) And I'm still struggling to figure out my own faith. But I appreciate every word here. You writing makes a difference to me. You remind me that life is about more than me. I'm rooting for you, hoping that joy returns and you feel whole again.<br> <br>xoChristinehttp://coffeesandcommutes.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4521946248119237445.post-44818930190598787392010-10-25T02:08:30.000-07:002010-10-25T02:08:30.000-07:00Hi Amber- it's your sister in law squared! I&#...Hi Amber- it's your sister in law squared! I'm sorry to hear of your struggles; please know that you are not alone. We have much to learn and a whole lot of time to learn it. I make way too many mistakes, but we just have to learn and grow.Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4521946248119237445.post-18457359055907600642010-10-25T01:59:23.000-07:002010-10-25T01:59:23.000-07:00Well, you know you'll always grab my attention...Well, you know you'll always grab my attention with a good sports metaphor. :)<br> <br><br> <br>As much as I wish your football team well, <i>you</i> are the underdog that I am rooting for this week and every week. Sending much love and all good wishes. xoKristen @ Motheresehttp://mothereseblog.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4521946248119237445.post-57934055897438867442010-10-25T00:34:00.000-07:002010-10-25T00:34:00.000-07:00That's the beauty of football. There's alw...That's the beauty of football. There's always another season, the underdog always has a shot, and the fans stick around no matter what. Wishing you a winning season very, very soon! =>Staciahttp://www.myfluffybunnies.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4521946248119237445.post-87088789828981247322010-10-24T22:18:09.000-07:002010-10-24T22:18:09.000-07:00You are so eloquent. Thank goodness that your spi...You are so eloquent. Thank goodness that your spirit is transforming back to the woman/wife/mother you want to be. I think you are right that God loves us dearly and wants what is best for us, even if it doesn't take us down the easiest path.<br> <br><br> <br>You managed to perfectly describe MY feelings ("I feel like a part of myself is missing"). Those emotions are the ones that prompted me to write today's post, about seeking excitement in life.Mrs.Mayhemhttp://www.motheringmayhem.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4521946248119237445.post-60407428293973009032010-10-24T19:39:30.000-07:002010-10-24T19:39:30.000-07:00Good for you, Amber! Sometimes changes/decisions ...Good for you, Amber! Sometimes changes/decisions can be really hard to make, but turn out being the best thing for you. Keep looking out for yourself and you'll get there. Glad to hear some optimism in your words. I'm cheering for you, too! :-)ShannonLhttp://nonbloggercomments.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4521946248119237445.post-58069189361867385402010-10-24T19:07:13.000-07:002010-10-24T19:07:13.000-07:00As we've somewhat covered, I've felt your ...As we've somewhat covered, I've felt your pain. Can I just tell you I love how open and honest you always are. I love the approach you take with parenting and how you share such personal experiences. I know what it's like to go through that transformation after depression, even though I haven't experienced all of the same things you have, I do know it is a process. I don't even feel the same or how I used to be, but I think its God's way of preparing and maturing us for the future. I love you, and YOU hang in there!Staychttp://www.sharingthesmarts.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4521946248119237445.post-82104229974802426522010-10-24T09:33:10.000-07:002010-10-24T09:33:10.000-07:00Trials suck (SUCK) when you are going through them...Trials suck (SUCK) when you are going through them. It's only when they are over that you will look back and know that you are better (stronger, more the woman you want to be) because of them. But it is okay to feel anger & resentment, it's all part of the grieving process, and you have definitely had hard times lately, Amber.<br> <br><br> <br>And dude, I am WITH you on the making mistakes, asking for forgiveness, and making them again. All the time. Good thing we don't have to become perfect overnight, eh?Kristenhttp://kristen-enjoyingeverymoment.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4521946248119237445.post-62213015640530714722010-10-24T09:31:20.000-07:002010-10-24T09:31:20.000-07:00Hang in there Amber, and chin up. The worth of yo...Hang in there Amber, and chin up. The worth of your soul is indeed great. Never forget that! :)Marvett Smithhttps://savoringthesimple.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4521946248119237445.post-56832233706857238472010-10-24T09:02:24.000-07:002010-10-24T09:02:24.000-07:00Big hugs, and bless you for taking steps to take t...Big hugs, and bless you for taking steps to take take care of yourself!!parenting ad absurduhttp://blog.seattlepi.com/parentingadabsurdum/noreply@blogger.com