tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1346274191957691135.post3649812833250428127..comments2024-01-02T21:16:08.896+11:00Comments on Apples of Gold: Summer's PastJessicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06543574650970283141noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1346274191957691135.post-48457265459115645922016-04-14T18:26:23.876+10:002016-04-14T18:26:23.876+10:00Thanks for letting me know. I checked it out, so I...Thanks for letting me know. I checked it out, so I hope everything works now. <br /><br />Blessings to you too! :)Jessicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06543574650970283141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1346274191957691135.post-45837322562543999782016-04-12T21:29:51.989+10:002016-04-12T21:29:51.989+10:00Such lovely photos u have here.
Just dropping by ...Such lovely photos u have here. <br />Just dropping by to say thank you for leaving a comment on my blog. I haven't been able to reply to your comment for some reason as it wouldn't let me. I think it may be because you might have accidentally disabled replies to you google + comments. If you go to your comment on the blog post and click on the drop down arrow on the right hand side, there should hopefully be different options and one of them could help.<br />Thanks and God bless.<br />Joanny<br />imachoccakeaholic.blogspot.co.ukJoannyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00892808418754744759noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1346274191957691135.post-64665846990401798642016-03-11T13:50:12.390+11:002016-03-11T13:50:12.390+11:00And, I don't know about where you live, but he...And, I don't know about where you live, but here, summer seems to be continuing for so long this year! Although, it's cool and raining today, which is a very pleasant change. :)<br /><br />I totally understand where you're coming from with canvassing - because that was my opinion before I did it. :) So, I've taken to telling people not to discard the idea before they've experienced it. It's just an amazing experience - telling people about God's love, and watching Him answer prayer. Anyway, as you can see, I'm pretty keen on it. Maybe one day, you'll get to experience it. :)<br /><br />Have you read 'To Kill A Mockingbird'? If you liked that, I think you'd like 'Roll of Thunder, Hear my Cry.' That's the book it reminded me of. <br /><br />No, I haven't watched the movie of 'The Boy in Striped Pajamas.' I imagine it would be quite heartbreaking, seeing the story play out. That's pretty amazing that its first draft of was written in three days... I have great respect for authors, honestly, especially after I had to plan a book myself for a writing course I did. <br /><br />Anyway, excuse my long-winded reply, Victoria; I really enjoyed reading your comment! Hoping you have great afternoon! :)<br />Jessicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06543574650970283141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1346274191957691135.post-38446221881296754152016-03-11T13:25:09.774+11:002016-03-11T13:25:09.774+11:00That sounds exciting! I'll send you an email s...That sounds exciting! I'll send you an email soon. :)Jessicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06543574650970283141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1346274191957691135.post-2851108704315950742016-03-11T10:04:25.934+11:002016-03-11T10:04:25.934+11:00I'm quite excited for winter! Summer is always...I'm quite excited for winter! Summer is always too long for me. <br /><br />I've never heard of canvassing before, and it certainly sounds interesting. I don't think I would ever try it, mostly because I am extremely shy and the thought of knocking on a stranger's door sounds absolutely terrifying. I'm glad you're enjoying it, though! <br /><br />I haven't heard of Roll of Thunder, Hear my Cry but I absolutely adored The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas. I read somewhere that the author wrote the first draft in only three days, which is pretty incredible, despite the fact that it's a small book. Have you seen the movie? I sobbed and sobbed, it was awful, but the movie was just as amazing as the book. Victoria Jacksonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15036742461356732142noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1346274191957691135.post-63589968660655918752016-03-11T06:40:29.046+11:002016-03-11T06:40:29.046+11:00Swap *guest* posts is what I meant to say. :D Shou...Swap *guest* posts is what I meant to say. :D Shouldn't write when I'm distracted.Janiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16252125053867762449noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1346274191957691135.post-4341654607168254612016-03-11T04:47:40.814+11:002016-03-11T04:47:40.814+11:00I was thinking today about how much I enjoy readin...I was thinking today about how much I enjoy reading your posts and comments on my posts, and wondered if you would like to do a guest post on my blog, or even swap posts? If you're interested, you can email me at calamityjane18@gmail.com and we can talk about it.Janiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16252125053867762449noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1346274191957691135.post-84691584335663539582016-03-07T21:55:34.572+11:002016-03-07T21:55:34.572+11:00Wow, Janie! That is so amazing that the word you c...Wow, Janie! That is so amazing that the word you came up with - that is the exact word I've been thinking of to describe what I'm aiming for! <br /><br />Yes, it has been very powerful reading what the disciples did in Acts - they were even accused of turning the world upside down, as you mentioned! The two main points that have stood out to me are that they prayed - it often mentions them praying, and fasting - and, they shared Jesus every single opportunity they had - in front of the Sadducees, in prison, in the synagogue, in the marketplace... It's convicting.<br /><br />Anyway, thank you again. It's great to read your thoughts, and God really used your comment to encourage me. :)Jessicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06543574650970283141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1346274191957691135.post-28731836302174682182016-03-07T21:20:08.565+11:002016-03-07T21:20:08.565+11:00Oh, thank you, and praise God! It's only throu...Oh, thank you, and praise God! It's only through Him this blog is, and I'm glad it could be an inspiration to you. I'm looking forward to reading about what you've been finding in the Bible too. :)<br /><br />And, thank you heaps for commenting and following! You brightened my day! Jessicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06543574650970283141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1346274191957691135.post-20816319131636762202016-03-06T12:23:41.287+11:002016-03-06T12:23:41.287+11:00Hey Rebekah! Praise God He used this post to bless...Hey Rebekah! Praise God He used this post to bless you - all glory to Him. :)<br /><br />Oh yes, the ending of <i>The Boy in Striped Pajamas</i> still haunts me... He was so innocent, and I guess that's what makes it a powerful illustration of the horrific-ness of war. <br /><br />Sounds like you've had a great few months (winter for you, I'm guessing)! Making new recipes is always fun - when they turn out, of course. :) Which books have you been reading lately?<br /><br />Anyway, thanks so much for your thoughtful and kind words! They definitely made me feel blessed. :) Have a great day, and thanks for leaving the link to your website - I'll definitely check it out! Jessicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06543574650970283141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1346274191957691135.post-51420326568458107552016-03-06T11:16:59.084+11:002016-03-06T11:16:59.084+11:00Praise God! I'm glad I found your blog too, Av...Praise God! I'm glad I found your blog too, Ava. Thanks for your encouraging comment! :)Jessicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06543574650970283141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1346274191957691135.post-58885269399294275312016-03-05T20:03:56.490+11:002016-03-05T20:03:56.490+11:00I've been struggling to come up with the exact...I've been struggling to come up with the exact words to describe your blog, and I think 'wholesome' comes closest to hitting the mark. I really liked your photo series...how the pictures went from focused to abstract. <br /><br />Acts...hmmm...love that book! I'm always impressed by how few evangelism 'tools' those early Christians had. The Holy Spirit, the Old Testament, and personal testimonies about Jesus. With those three things, they turned the world upside down. I wonder how many times I make sharing the good news way more complicated than it needs to be?<br /><br />Anyway, congratulations on yet another ovely post, and have a lovely autumn season (do you get much autumn there)?Janiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16252125053867762449noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1346274191957691135.post-55360272493346304482016-03-05T13:11:41.491+11:002016-03-05T13:11:41.491+11:00I love how you talk about where you are reading in...I love how you talk about where you are reading in the Bible... I need to do that on my blog too! Thanks for spreading the light of Christ!! <br /><br />#newfollower! Julia Ryanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16860401845153647665noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1346274191957691135.post-39780722912457250682016-03-04T08:28:11.785+11:002016-03-04T08:28:11.785+11:00Yes, I'm looking forward to reading Paul's...Yes, I'm looking forward to reading Paul's letters after Acts. I think they'll mean even more after reading about the disciples in action. <br /><br />Spring has that feel about it, doesn't it? I know what you mean, I was really ready to finish school and move on too. Do you have anything planned for when you're finished?<br /><br />Thanks so much for your comment. I hope you have an excellent day! :)Jessicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06543574650970283141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1346274191957691135.post-3196445301418260102016-03-04T08:21:01.735+11:002016-03-04T08:21:01.735+11:00I shall look forward to it.:)I shall look forward to it.:)Jessicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06543574650970283141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1346274191957691135.post-41534349458131921532016-03-04T06:24:18.981+11:002016-03-04T06:24:18.981+11:00Hi Jessica,
I just found your blog and I really lo...Hi Jessica,<br />I just found your blog and I really love it! I enjoyed reading about your summer... I believe we have a lot of things in common! :) <br />What you said in the beginning about things being beautiful when upside down, backwards, etc. You are on to something right there! I like when things are normal, smooth, and *just right*, but that's not the way God works! Thanks for showing me that through your gorgeous photos, and thoughtful insight.<br />I first heard of The Boy In Striped Pajamas from our pastor's wife. They let us borrow the movie and I watched it 2x in one week. I loved it (but absolutely hated the ending -of course!). I read the book a few months later and loved it just as much. The book of Acts is great too :) I love how it is so focused on missions!<br />Some highlights for me in these past few months have been: seeing the Cinderella Broadway production, reading books, making TONS of new recipes, having a sleepover with my bestie, and making new friends!<br />Thanks again for sharing about your summer!<br />Sincerely,<br />Rebekah Joy<br />www.moreradiance.comRebekahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06781205315033228703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1346274191957691135.post-8654691484275026592016-03-03T21:21:32.537+11:002016-03-03T21:21:32.537+11:00Yes, thanks. :) I might reply to that one of these...Yes, thanks. :) I might reply to that one of these days. anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07653526961144888015noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1346274191957691135.post-7234899516315707272016-03-02T09:57:03.811+11:002016-03-02T09:57:03.811+11:00What a sweet blog! I am so glad you commented on m...What a sweet blog! I am so glad you commented on mine so i could find it. :)<br /><br />ava, http://landofquiet.blogspot.comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1346274191957691135.post-54957483209182650552016-03-02T04:56:18.936+11:002016-03-02T04:56:18.936+11:00I absolutely LOVED "The Boy in the Stripped P...I absolutely LOVED "The Boy in the Stripped Pajamas", it was utterly brilliant. And the book of Acts is so inspiring, I think it is the perfect prelude to Paul's letters. Currently, I'm reading "The Age of Innocence" by Edith Wharton and it's positively exquisite. My seasons must be opposite yours-- winter is nearly over (praise the Lord). I'm so, so ready to be done with high school and move on to whatever God has next for me. I feel like once spring really starts it's going to signify so much-- new life, beginning, Easterness-- I'm very ready for it all! Prayers as always =) xxxAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17102112870911606839noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1346274191957691135.post-28029875467826792232016-03-01T23:06:31.534+11:002016-03-01T23:06:31.534+11:00Yes, I'm not sure that it has gone here either...Yes, I'm not sure that it has gone here either... It will be nice to have some cooler weather, and I always like the colourful trees in autumn. :)<br /><br />Thanks for your comment, and did you see I tagged you in the previous post?Jessicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06543574650970283141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1346274191957691135.post-33694701542335250202016-03-01T19:30:27.825+11:002016-03-01T19:30:27.825+11:00I'm very happy summer is officially gone. Alth...I'm very happy summer is officially gone. Although up here it hasn't actually gone yet. I'll be much happier when it has. :)<br />It's nice reading your posts. anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07653526961144888015noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1346274191957691135.post-47320382474881438562016-03-01T08:32:23.561+11:002016-03-01T08:32:23.561+11:00Haha, yes - your seasons would be opposite to ours...Haha, yes - your seasons would be opposite to ours! Hope you enjoy your spring and warmer weather! :) Jessicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06543574650970283141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1346274191957691135.post-41562009980867968462016-03-01T06:43:20.205+11:002016-03-01T06:43:20.205+11:00The title of this post gave me a jolt again. It i...The title of this post gave me a jolt again. It is finally warming up and feeling like spring here!!Erudessa Arandurielhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05994694800443851115noreply@blogger.com