Wow. I love this post. You have a real talent for capturing Truth through your words. I am thrilled that you've decided to join The High Calling community, and was touched by your post on "ordinary." Welcome to our HC family-I hope we can be an encouragement to you as you share His love through your blog. (I love the name, by the way!) Blessings! Your comment is awaiting moderation.

This is timely for me. :) First, welcome to the High Calling blogs community. We're really glad you've joined us. I had someone that was offended by something I said recently. I was too flippant about a touchy subject, and apologized. But this person would not let it go without attacking me, and making sure I knew just HOW offended she was, etc. I do think she's not a happy person, and tried to not let it affect me too badly. I like what you said in the first part of the post-if we're all flawed, then why should be so upset when someone (and that includes ourselves!) says something dumb? I'm just thankful for grace. Again, welcome to The High Calling. I look forward to interacting with you.

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I'm so sorry for what you've been through. And I know how insecure women can feel when we look at the "perfect" (who aren't really) bloggers. I've been there! I'm thankful you are still holding on to God, and grateful that you've chosen to link up with us at The High Calling. May God continue to carry you in His arms of grace.

That opinion underscores the lack of real leadership in the world today. I get irritated when people treat politicians as potential saviors-because we already have One. But I do wish that world leaders would step up in times like 9/11. Great thoughts! Thanks for sharing them, and for joining us at the High Calling network. We look forward to hearing more from you. Welcome!

I LOVE that quote (thanks for sharing it!) and totally understand the struggle that blogging brings. Jesus' view of success is totally opposite of the world's, isn't it? That's what makes it so hard--and helps us rely on Him. Thanks for joining the High Calling network. I pray we can encourage you in your goals, and hopefully--as a bonus--bring new readers to your blog. Welcome!

I'm so glad you're talking about this issue. And I'm thrilled that you've joined The High Calling. Welcome aboard. I look forward to getting to know you better! BTW, I will be featuring this post tomorrow in a New Member Feature. Well deserved-congrats! :) Leave a Reply

I love that--the right job is out there, waiting for her. Amen! :) I also love Jer. 29:11. It has been a lifeline for me so often when things "look" out of control. Thanks for your honesty, and sharing your journey with us at the High Calling. Welcome!

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Angela, I loved this piece. Short and poignant. And so relevant for our readers at The High Calling, so I linked to it as a featured post. Congrats! Here's the link: http://www.thehighcalling.org/hcb-community/work/new-our-community-work-might-be-boring-significantly We're so pleased to have you as a new member.

What a gorgeous picture--and a great reminder that we are new in Him. Thanks for sharing--and for becoming a member of our High Calling blog community. We pray that you'll be encouraged in your writing and photography as you interact with our network members. :)

I love your testimony here. We've seen many of the same things during times of need. God is faithful, even when we don't understand what He's doing--or why. Thanks for sharing it, and thanks for joining The High Calling. We look forward to building a relationship with you! :)

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This was a great piece to read today on the 10th anniversary. Thanks for sharing it--and thanks for joining us at The High Calling network. We look forward to getting to know you better!

I love this prompt from Gypsy Mama and enjoyed reading about your communities. I've found real-life community (starting online) with my High Calling friends. I'm really glad you've joined us! :)

Carolyn, I'm so glad that you're coming to Laity and I look forward to meeting you in person! :)

I love good kid quotes! I also love your photos, and am grateful you've become a part of our High Calling blog community. I pray you'll find encouragement and support in your blogging and photography journey as you interact with our group of artists. :)

I absolutely love this: "I am never going to be unfailingly loving. But I am unfailingly loved. And maybe that's enough." As a mom, wife, reader, writer, and bookaholic, I found a lot to love in your blog. And I'm really glad you've joined our High Calling Network. Let us know how we can serve you.

I love gratitude lists-and am glad that Ann Voskamp has made them popular again. :) Speaking of gratitude, we're grateful you've chosen to join the High Calling blog network. Let us know how we can help you!