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Re: Relationships matter part 2: I suck at relationships (a resolution for 2012)

Mark Schulte — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 17:55:20 -0000

I like your goal. Writing affirmations gives the receiver time to digest and absorb it. You are also right that most suffer from fear of rejection. I still battle it and your mother still battles it but it improves as you age but doesn't seem to disappear. Be assured you touch peoples lives and thus bring change to this world all the time. You just don't get the feed back to know. You will be surprised in heaven as people come up to you and tell you then. You are very gifted in patience and caring. For every person who takes your silence as rejection there are many others who if asked would give glowing reports of how you have enriched their lives. Your mom and I couldn't be more proud of you. You have enriched our lives and taught us lots. There are things in you that I look at as an example for myself to attain.
Love you,
Dad

Re: Good fiction is vital, non-fiction is overrated

Anna — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 18:21:45 -0000

Great post! I might be biased, but you are such a fantastic writer.

Re: Relationships matter

Poorscribbler — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 16:07:20 -0000

I think this will always be a problem as long as there is an "us" and "them" mentality that permeates our culture. It's so much easier to live one's life when one doesn't have to examine one's own behaviors and values. One of the quickest ways to ensure that one's own views will never be challenged is to write off anyone who holds different or opposing views with some kind of debasing and dehumanizing label. Gays. Hippies. Muslims. Liberals. Bigots. The list goes on.

s long as I can tell myself that I'm right, I'm okay, because everyone who disagrees with me is an "idiot," I can live my life comfortably and without conviction.

I think that if we looked around and realized that we are all children of God, created in His image, no matter where we happen to be in the redeeming work of Christ, our lives would be much, much less convinient.

Re: On always being a beginner: part 2

Nathanael Schulte — Sat, 09 Jul 2011 19:19:11 -0000

Thank Kate - I've heard enough of your story to know that comes from real experience, and I appreciate the kind words.

Re: On always being a beginner: part 2

Kate Hayes — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 23:05:41 -0000

I just have to say that I have leaned on that scripture many times in both my professional and my private life. It is SO true that we grow the most during those times of trial. And God is always faithful to bring us to a place where we can look back and say, "OH...now I see how much better off I am." Keep trusting. He knows your needs and the desires of your heart.

Re: How to make good life lemonade

Michael Hylton — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 21:42:56 -0000

Effulgent. Yeah.

Re: How to make good life lemonade

Justin Lukasavige — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 17:29:52 -0000

I think that neighbor spends too much time texting.

Re: For Anna

Michael Hylton — Sun, 10 Apr 2011 17:06:47 -0000

Yes, Anna brings light to a room. I see the light of Christ present in her on a regular basis. You guys are some of the first friends we made in St. Louis, and our lives are better for it. Blessings.

Re: Hard Choices

Michael Hylton — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 18:38:50 -0000

"All the mistakes along the way be damned."

Amen, brother. Thank God for Grace. He blesses us, even though...

Re: Hard Choices

Justin Lukasavige — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 06:56:42 -0000

Never an easy choice Nathanael. Glad you're coming alive!

Re: Adoption saved my life

freeweaver — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 11:56:04 -0000

Thanks, Dad. I know you're proud of me and I always appreciate when you say it out loud.
I love you too.

Re: Adoption saved my life

MARK SCHULTE — Sun, 27 Mar 2011 09:28:51 -0000

Beautifully written. You have never been a disappointment in my eyes. I wish I had been better at communicating that but I pray God instills that truth in you. There are many qualities you have that I wish I had. A father can truly learn from a son. Often words take time to root and grow but often your conversations and actions have elicited(sp) change in me. The same goes for all your siblings if they read this.
I love and respect all of you.

Re: Adoption saved my life

freeweaver — Sun, 20 Mar 2011 01:41:11 -0000

Thanks for the kind words guys :)

Re: Adoption saved my life

Rebecca Clark — Sat, 19 Mar 2011 18:51:24 -0000

Beautiful...tearing up at God's faithfulness. Love you.

Re: Adoption saved my life

vegas710 — Sat, 19 Mar 2011 18:44:08 -0000

I didn't realize you blog! This is lovely, your family is beautiful.

Re: Name my new blog, win a prize!

freeweaver — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 11:21:26 -0000

Chris - I like the play on words, but I'm not sure if it grabs me enough.
Thanks!

Re: Name my new blog, win a prize!

freeweaver — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 11:20:07 -0000

Jake - Not sure about the title, but love the tag line :)
Thanks!

Re: Name my new blog, win a prize!

Jake Woldstad — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 11:12:59 -0000

Hi Nathanael,
How about Gateway RKC: Grab your life by the bells.

Gateway since St Louis is the Gateway City.

Have a great weekend! Congratulations on the business agreement. That is awesome.

Re: On becoming an Adonis

Jake Woldstad — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 17:46:59 -0000

Those are great goals!

Re: On becoming an Adonis

freeweaver — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 17:43:00 -0000

Thanks, Jake!
My long term goal - go for an extended trip to a third-world country without having to pack a CPAP for sleep apnea.
My nearer term goals - participate in the St. Louis Scottish Games this fall without embarrassing myself, and stop feeling so tired all the time.
Stay posted for more, I think it will be entertaining for all...

Re: On becoming an Adonis

Jake Woldstad — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 17:35:06 -0000

Making the decision to have accountability is a huge step. A workout program you enjoy is important. Also, come up with a list of the most powerful reasons you can think of for getting in better shape. Is there an activity you are currently too heavy to do? I had to lose 25 pounds to go on a ride-along with a medical helicopter and that is what got me started.
Keep it up!

Re: New kettlebell workout this week

freeweaver — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 15:50:59 -0000

Thanks, Stefanie. I can't wait!

Re: New kettlebell workout this week

Stefanie — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 15:43:26 -0000

We are looking forward to helping you on your "get fit" journey. Kettlebells will take you there and make you stronger than you thought. Good luck tonight with Loren. He is a dynamic instructor.

Re: Review: Love and War – The truth about marriage

freeweaver — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 19:52:07 -0000

Thanks sis!
Can't wait to get my copy back :)

Re: Review: Love and War – The truth about marriage

Rebecca Clark — Sun, 05 Dec 2010 23:33:38 -0000

I'm so glad you let us borrow the book. I was talking to Anna the other day and I told her we have had more fights/disagreements/discussions that are uncomfortable, whatever you want to call them, since reading the book, but I feel like we are much closer now and it is easier to stop and ask God to come into the situation.