tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post7756360383521715295..comments2023-11-03T06:56:05.537-07:00Comments on 10 Steps to Finding Your Happy Place (and Staying There): Joy ComesGalen Pearlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comBlogger47125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-28761378484427691072012-12-24T05:38:20.479-08:002012-12-24T05:38:20.479-08:00I was so tired last night that my comments were wa...I was so tired last night that my comments were way short. I think the positive trumps the negative every time. There are challenges in any family situation. But God never gives us a problem without many solutions to address that problem. That tends to put a lot of challenges into perspective.<br />Blessings in all that you do and may you all have a Merry Christmas!Barbara altmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14787129214157780577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-10198655032783287242012-12-23T20:22:05.601-08:002012-12-23T20:22:05.601-08:00Barbara, Yes, the rewards from bringing Dan into o...Barbara, Yes, the rewards from bringing Dan into our family far far outweigh the challenges. Thanks for commenting.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-82067380660759259252012-12-23T20:21:29.205-08:002012-12-23T20:21:29.205-08:00Manzanita, Thank you for your lovely Christmas wis...Manzanita, Thank you for your lovely Christmas wishes. Same to you and your family.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-46850321867940017252012-12-23T18:01:07.687-08:002012-12-23T18:01:07.687-08:00I admire your resolve, your compassion, and your s...I admire your resolve, your compassion, and your spirit in the decision to take Dan into your lives. It's can be trying at best, to deal with a special child. But I'm sure the reward is well worth it.Barbara altmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14787129214157780577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-66709383740870311942012-12-22T10:59:19.032-08:002012-12-22T10:59:19.032-08:00That was such a magnanimous role you accepted. You...That was such a magnanimous role you accepted. You are truly my hero with a giving heart. May all the Christmas blessings bestow upon your family. With love and peace, ManzanitaManzanitahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06467261212623663365noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-51478726336108570012012-12-22T10:34:17.401-08:002012-12-22T10:34:17.401-08:00Annmarie, So true that faith soothes fear and give...Annmarie, So true that faith soothes fear and gives courage to the fearful. Thanks for commenting.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-10392515829669393352012-12-21T14:36:16.739-08:002012-12-21T14:36:16.739-08:00a lovely post!! which makes me thankful for my fa...a lovely post!! which makes me thankful for my faith..as I know fear is not from God...momto8https://www.blogger.com/profile/13964950285763339907noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-66317539671784583692012-12-21T13:23:20.819-08:002012-12-21T13:23:20.819-08:00Tom, Always nice to know you've stopped by. Th...Tom, Always nice to know you've stopped by. Thanks so much for commenting.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-87413937057487051682012-12-21T12:56:45.373-08:002012-12-21T12:56:45.373-08:00Nothing to add, except, wonderful post that will i...Nothing to add, except, wonderful post that will inspire me as well to welcome the new year "with an open hand reaching out, with sadness perhaps for what has been lost, and joy in our hearts for what is to come."Tomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08611148987085476580noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-52874045784583360242012-12-21T10:41:22.508-08:002012-12-21T10:41:22.508-08:00LeAnn, Taking Dan into my family was one of the ti...LeAnn, Taking Dan into my family was one of the times I can look back on in my life when I made a true leap of faith. It was a crazy thing to do, and yet I knew so deeply that I was supposed to do it. I've never been sorry. Thanks for your comment and blessings to you, too.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-46756658761514091692012-12-21T10:40:03.773-08:002012-12-21T10:40:03.773-08:00Bob, You are right about many worries never materi...Bob, You are right about many worries never materializing. Like the quote--"My life has been full of terrible misfortunes, most of which never happened." Love that! <br /><br />Bless your sweet heart for helping me support Edwards Center by giving my book as gifts to your family. You are a prince, my friend.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-55167283404449593162012-12-21T09:45:50.185-08:002012-12-21T09:45:50.185-08:00You are so inspiring! This was just such a lovely ...You are so inspiring! This was just such a lovely post. I agree that we can all be more hopeful and happy. It is a choice. Faith gives me great hope. I do have a strong hope in Christ and trust that all will be well. I admire you for caring for Dan. There are not enough people in the world that would do this. Your thoughts today were so powerful. Thanks for lifting my heart today. Blessings and hugs to you!LeAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18107717294803352571noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-46651428624246563032012-12-21T08:08:50.350-08:002012-12-21T08:08:50.350-08:00It has taken me too many years to finally understa...It has taken me too many years to finally understand that fear and worry are absolutely the antithesis of a happy life. They accomplish nothing positive and usually the worry never materializes into reality.<br /><br />If I ever find myself worrying or fearful of something I try to shut that emotion down immediately. I refuse to allow it a foothold in my mind. <br /><br />BTW, everyone in my family is getting a copy of your book for Christmas. That is one way I can help spread your message of joy and happiness.Bob Lowryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16843991725692979189noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-69075770955764595292012-12-20T19:41:17.392-08:002012-12-20T19:41:17.392-08:00Julie, Funny that we would be thinking of the same...Julie, Funny that we would be thinking of the same line from different sources. Thanks again for your positive influence. Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-50897046732526342992012-12-20T17:44:54.376-08:002012-12-20T17:44:54.376-08:00It's so funny that you used the Psalm you did,...It's so funny that you used the Psalm you did, because as I wrote that last comment, I was thinking,"Joy commeth in the morning" (and my reference would be a book by PG Wodehouse of Jeeves and Bertie fame, which is hilarious). The beauty of this life is our ability to rise up out of the ashes like the Phoenix, and with a smile on our face.Julie Barretthttp://julielangdonbarrett.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-41386242271850966182012-12-20T15:27:57.590-08:002012-12-20T15:27:57.590-08:00Martha, You always bring joy with you when you sto...Martha, You always bring joy with you when you stop by. Maybe that verse should read, "Weeping may tarry for the night, but joy comes with Martha." Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-29345916378061384802012-12-20T14:58:28.038-08:002012-12-20T14:58:28.038-08:00Galen, you have overwhelmed me with inspiration he...Galen, you have overwhelmed me with inspiration here! Fear is the enemy of faith. When we have faith in God, we can defeat the fears which would defeat us if, as you quoted, we heed its call, not the Lord's.<br />May your Christmas be blessed and bright, and you new year be filled with faith!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-50206361244408733212012-12-20T14:46:34.093-08:002012-12-20T14:46:34.093-08:00Ang, That is interesting that you keep encounterin...Ang, That is interesting that you keep encountering an awareness of a positive shift. I'm excited to see what it brings. Thanks for your kind words and the link on your blog--I'll be right over to take a look! Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-81187446295866901542012-12-20T14:45:05.809-08:002012-12-20T14:45:05.809-08:00Tina, Dan is an inspirational guy indeed! Thanks f...Tina, Dan is an inspirational guy indeed! Thanks for commenting.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-29599079510081427152012-12-20T14:29:15.319-08:002012-12-20T14:29:15.319-08:00This is an absolutely beautiful post, that touched...This is an absolutely beautiful post, that touched my heart in a number of ways. Firstly, this is the third time I have come across someone saying this week that they too feel the shift in a positive direction. I will take this as a sign that we are embarking on a time when we will see a major shift towards increased positive energy in the world!<br /><br />Secondly, I too am touched by your Hero's story, a true testament to the strength of the Human Spirit.<br /><br />Thank-you also for providing inspiration for my most recent post when commenting on my last post on acceptance...I am so glad that I linked it to your wonderful blog!<br /><br />Peace, Love, and Blessings,<br /><br />Ang :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-1322947774349322572012-12-20T10:58:09.049-08:002012-12-20T10:58:09.049-08:00Another lovely post that taught me something: turn...Another lovely post that taught me something: turn away from fear, which brings all those other things that you mention: hate, judgment, etc.<br /><br />Thank you for sharing the story of Dan. How inspirational and full of hope!Tina Fariss Barbourhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15659018994558471570noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-56984815832516621412012-12-20T10:38:37.393-08:002012-12-20T10:38:37.393-08:00Myrna, Thank you for your good wishes, and I wish ...Myrna, Thank you for your good wishes, and I wish the same for you and all of us.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-61551847307825132972012-12-20T10:38:07.009-08:002012-12-20T10:38:07.009-08:00darlin, Same to you and yours. I'm so glad we ...darlin, Same to you and yours. I'm so glad we have traveled through another year together.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-25741673388867847232012-12-20T10:37:30.535-08:002012-12-20T10:37:30.535-08:00Linda, That's lovely and I will probably borr...Linda, That's lovely and I will probably borrow it myself. Thank you for sharing that prayer. Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-65703409655788414742012-12-20T10:36:59.009-08:002012-12-20T10:36:59.009-08:00brenda, A Course in Miracles says that the only wh...brenda, A Course in Miracles says that the only wholly true thought we can hold about the past is that it is not here. I have to remind myself of that frequently! Thanks for commenting.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.com