tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post7983955649399022733..comments2024-02-21T03:32:15.577-05:00Comments on Jill Kemerer: Finding Balance When Life's Upside DownJill Kemererhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07865493609868329393noreply@blogger.comBlogger27125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-54338081581121603872009-10-28T12:01:24.812-04:002009-10-28T12:01:24.812-04:00"Maybe this is the time to do what you can to..."Maybe this is the time to do what you can to get through it." That seems to be my family's story right now. My husband and I have been married for 3 1/2 years and we have two small children that are the absolute delight of our day. We have high aspirations: get out of debt, pay bills on time, bless others with what they need, etc..., but right now we are doing just what you said...trying to get through it. It won't last always though. Our breakthrough comes after the storm. :)Brittany Andresshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10326583254996862153noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-60219644293803295202009-10-28T08:32:29.775-04:002009-10-28T08:32:29.775-04:00CMOM: I feel very blessed for what we have too. Ke...CMOM: I feel very blessed for what we have too. Keep praying!<br /><br />Heather: Thank you.<br /><br />Beth: I know what you're going through! Don't even think about balance!<br /><br />Lisa and Laura: My sentiments too!<br /><br />Texas Playwright Chick: I'm so sorry. I know what you're going through. It's sad when we're drooling over a Chili's commercial, isn't it? :)<br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by!Jill Kemererhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07865493609868329393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-79467151004816779412009-10-27T18:27:46.112-04:002009-10-27T18:27:46.112-04:00Oh, gosh, that's on the mark. We live in Houst...Oh, gosh, that's on the mark. We live in Houston and are being told that we're not even being hit as hard as the rest of the country - yet we're spending more on the 'basics' than ever, have had to sustain two pay cuts, may lose our insurance (thanks to AT&T), and eating out or seeing a movie is a thing of the past. I feel for those that are in a far worse situation - because as it is for us, it sucks big time. But, hopefully this won't kill us, will make us stronger and won't go on forever. Hopefully, this too shall pass. *fingers tightly crossed*4 Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13539632829607456119noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-83504666582705992732009-10-26T21:46:24.059-04:002009-10-26T21:46:24.059-04:00This is a great post, Jill. I think we've all ...This is a great post, Jill. I think we've all been affected by the collapse of the economy in varying degrees, let's just hope things start to get better for everyone as our nation recovers.lisa and laurahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18144863275895761642noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-57023769595700854322009-10-26T21:25:35.530-04:002009-10-26T21:25:35.530-04:00What a freeing thought - maybe it isn't time f...What a freeing thought - maybe it isn't time for balance. I needed to hear that before bed tonight...so thanks for that :)Beth Mannhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14279427592537427039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-76354710731661885912009-10-26T20:43:10.546-04:002009-10-26T20:43:10.546-04:00Hey, Jill. I like this post, but I, too, am sadene...Hey, Jill. I like this post, but I, too, am sadened by many reports out there. <br /><br />I'm ejoying all of your "balance" posts. They really speak to me.Heather Sunserihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12552506888985553471noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-30660169568648551182009-10-26T20:00:21.036-04:002009-10-26T20:00:21.036-04:00Great post! I know too many people who are going ...Great post! I know too many people who are going through this now. Even though my husband's days off are very limited, and we don't have great insurance, I remind myself that we are blessed with what we do have. I pray that the economy improves soon.CMOM Productionshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04595915747223847421noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-49880521461121064632009-10-26T19:04:33.801-04:002009-10-26T19:04:33.801-04:00Eileen: The stock market stabilizing has helped br...Eileen: The stock market stabilizing has helped bring hope for a brighter tomorrow. Let's hope the worst of the recession is over, right?<br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by!Jill Kemererhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07865493609868329393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-59531835918246183492009-10-26T16:13:33.505-04:002009-10-26T16:13:33.505-04:00I'm praying for economic recovery. I know it&#...I'm praying for economic recovery. I know it's worse in the US than here, but it's still bad here too. Far too much stress and loss, but hopefully the hope for a brighter tomorrow is returning.Eileen Astels Watsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11098531184044931737noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-23981814898271712792009-10-26T15:08:10.443-04:002009-10-26T15:08:10.443-04:00Tess: I'm all for more creativity and faith! ...Tess: I'm all for more creativity and faith! Your comment made me smile!<br /><br />Natalie: I'm amazed by people's strenght too. I agree that these times can make us smarter and stronger. Nice message. Thanks.<br /><br />Wendy: You are awesome. Always looking out for others. You inspire me.<br /><br />Cindy: Well said. There is always time for prayer.<br /><br />Nancy: We downsized a few years ago too, and boy, am I glad we did! I feel awful for those who couldn't, though. <br /><br />Regina: I'm ready for the cloud over our area to lift. I hope your troubles clear up real soon.<br /><br />Erica: You're right. Our families need us more when times are tough. Even though it may be the last thing we want to do, we sometimes have to give more of ourselves and less to our writing. Then, the time passes and we get back to normal!<br /><br />Jessica: It seems to be happening all over the U.S.--I'll pray for your area. <br /><br />Danyelle: Oh, definitely. I take challenges much better when I know they will end. It's the endlessness that gets me!<br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by!Jill Kemererhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07865493609868329393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-4553433789879675932009-10-26T13:39:45.618-04:002009-10-26T13:39:45.618-04:00Beautiful post, Jill. You're right. Hard times...Beautiful post, Jill. You're right. Hard times are easier to bear when we have a timeline. Thank you for reminding me to count my blessings. :DDanyelle L.https://www.blogger.com/profile/10366276085080565870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-5431158869448766202009-10-26T13:27:57.643-04:002009-10-26T13:27:57.643-04:00You're right, things like this don't last,...You're right, things like this don't last, but even during them we can trust God to help us. Great post Jill! I'm in Florida and things seem to be getting tighter and tighter.Jessica Nelsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12365768876905444157noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-68876259737348062622009-10-26T12:35:44.887-04:002009-10-26T12:35:44.887-04:00You're so right. Sometimes there are life thin...You're so right. Sometimes there are life things that pull us so strongly, that if we focused too much on our writing at that time, we would be out of balance.<br /><br />Our family went through some rough times this last spring, and I knew that as much as I wanted to run away and hide in my writing, it would be the wrong thing to do.<br /><br />Sometimes balance is just doing the next thing, whatever that thing is.Erica Vetschhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08772984806574666959noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-88802152579131754232009-10-26T11:57:31.795-04:002009-10-26T11:57:31.795-04:00I really enjoyed reading your post today Jill. I k...I really enjoyed reading your post today Jill. I know that the few things that I'm struggling with right now will not last forever. It helps to hear it sometimes though. Your post was encouraging and I think it is important to encourage those around you (like you said). Thank you.Regina Quentinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16541489650098107512noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-85947598141929778902009-10-26T11:20:12.775-04:002009-10-26T11:20:12.775-04:00I'm so glad we downsized when we did a few yea...I'm so glad we downsized when we did a few years ago. I know two of my friends who are concerned about their homes. It is tough in Michigan. You are very sweet to remember those in need with a kind word.Nancyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15163662759281341381noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-5793241639683499632009-10-26T11:06:47.756-04:002009-10-26T11:06:47.756-04:00I agree, maybe this isn't the time for balance...I agree, maybe this isn't the time for balance. There's always time for appreciating what we have and sharing kindness with those who are struggling. And there's always time for prayer. Thanks for this post, Jill.Cindy R. Wilsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13488732331021750408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-19717941445153736352009-10-26T10:51:13.293-04:002009-10-26T10:51:13.293-04:00Every Thursday when I meet with my Bible study gro...Every Thursday when I meet with my Bible study group we end up praying for so many who've lost jobs or are looking for work. Timely post. <br />~ WendyWendy Paine Millerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15136235074351188350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-53443718754518790942009-10-26T10:45:46.288-04:002009-10-26T10:45:46.288-04:00I am amazed by stories of people who lost everythi...I am amazed by stories of people who lost everything and still persevere. Bless all those who are struggling now! May we learn from these trials and emerge a stronger, smarter people.Nataliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00861022355718378425noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-65879632317833205862009-10-26T10:01:19.974-04:002009-10-26T10:01:19.974-04:00I think these times call for more faith, more crea...I think these times call for more faith, more creativity, more sacrifice...<br /><br />the silver lining is the fact that all of these things make us better and stronger people. Who doesn't want more faith? creativity? sac...well, you get the point.Tesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10014195715998913268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-82469260414058178122009-10-26T09:59:34.572-04:002009-10-26T09:59:34.572-04:00Susan: Balance should be on the back burner for an...Susan: Balance should be on the back burner for anyone in survival mode. I feel bad talking about balance all month when so many people can't even find a job. <br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by!Jill Kemererhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07865493609868329393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-76292263125044844322009-10-26T09:56:50.342-04:002009-10-26T09:56:50.342-04:00Good morning!
T.Anne: I love that saying too. It&...Good morning!<br /><br />T.Anne: I love that saying too. It's so hopeful.<br /><br />Jody: My heart goes out to your brother. Talk about stressful. Ouch! Thanks for sharing.<br /><br />Kristen T: Beautiful summary of God's mercy. He does take care of us. Nicely put.<br /><br />Tamika: I've read too many newspaper snippets of men losing their jobs and then killing their families and themselves. I wish they could see they weren't alone. Maybe if they had some moral support, things would have turned out differently? Thanks for the uplifting message.<br /><br />Diane: I agree--and it's so easy to hear that lie about any number of things, including illness or even car problems!<br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by!Jill Kemererhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07865493609868329393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-80452659882081472342009-10-26T09:53:14.701-04:002009-10-26T09:53:14.701-04:00Great post. It is a tough time right now for many...Great post. It is a tough time right now for many. I agree with you; maybe now is not the time for balance.Susan R. Millshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09578747592345750650noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-16379017305660659022009-10-26T09:47:21.966-04:002009-10-26T09:47:21.966-04:00That little voice in your ear that says you are th...That little voice in your ear that says you are the only one is a flat out lie. Coming together even in this blooger community breaks the hold of that lie and gives folks hope! :O)Dianehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07604687906788800639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-40276985824149309092009-10-26T09:45:14.059-04:002009-10-26T09:45:14.059-04:00Jill, thank you for taking the time to encourage t...Jill, thank you for taking the time to encourage the people that are struggling to keep their head above water. The reality of these kinds of losses can be feating if not viewed from the proper perspective.<br /><br />This too shall pass, says it all. <br /><br />We must never stop praying, God promises that He will cause all things to work together for our good for all those that love Him and are called according to His purpose.Tamika:https://www.blogger.com/profile/04874834971492028558noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-45702961622752436762009-10-26T09:45:09.972-04:002009-10-26T09:45:09.972-04:00Sometimes finding balance isn't possible, just...Sometimes finding balance isn't possible, just like you said. Sometimes you just need to get through. I know the economy is suffering right now and people are struggling, but something my pastor says keeps running through my mind: God always takes care of his people. Always. He has to--He said it in His Word. To violate that would directly contradict the Bible, which is impossible. <br /><br />That being said, sometimes I don't know how to view true poverty in light of that statement. I know there are some beautiful saints who love the Lord and whose families need more food to eat. But I know the Lord is looking out for them too. Often I don't see the many different ways God provides for me--I just see the result. I think the same is true for all of us. <br /><br />Cutting back seems very un-American. Our society is all about consumerism and excess, making enough money to afford the American dream. But it's when all the extras are removed that we see what we really need. It's when we can disrobe all those extra layers and see God as who He really is. It's when faith grows.<br /><br />He will take care of his people. That's a promise we can depend on. Hopefully that's a comfort to all of us struggling out there--it definitely is one to me.Kristen Torres-Torohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15903038121623389560noreply@blogger.com