tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8612255949290013608.post1170299430804519910..comments2024-01-10T05:26:18.695-05:00Comments on Moments With Mother Culture®: Fit For a CallingKaren Andreolahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12135239838790568639noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8612255949290013608.post-55607990603219040652017-01-13T17:51:11.491-05:002017-01-13T17:51:11.491-05:00I thank you for the book recommendations. Since r...I thank you for the book recommendations. Since reading this post in October, I have read both A Lantern in Her Hand and A White Bird Flying. They were both so inspirational. My husband would come home every day and ask how Abbie Girl was and then Laura. I am glad to see that others have read Aldrich's other books and also have enjoyed those. I look forward to more. Thank you for always writing inspirational words to dwell upon.Katynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8612255949290013608.post-13525902507031129392016-11-12T18:58:21.301-05:002016-11-12T18:58:21.301-05:00I started reading this post when it first hit my e...I started reading this post when it first hit my email but never got to finish it. My days are busy and full. I have 6 kids in 5 different grades with the youngest being not quite ready for school, a farm with cows, goats, chickens and dogs, and a long list of tasks that daily beckon me. Every Mother Culture post is for me like sitting at the feet of a wise woman as she gently speaks and encourages me in the art of being a home maker and home teacher. I can easily get into the role of a farm hand and working outside getting dirty and smelly but I must not stay there...my family needs a gentle and loving me to cook healthy meals, to kiss boo boos, give hugs and smiles and pats of affirmation as well as to teach them in the gentle art of learning. Mother Culture draws me back to the me my family needs and I so appreciate the wisdom and grace with which you write, Karen. Blessings to you. (And thank you for answering my question)MilkMaidMamaTo7https://www.blogger.com/profile/06921809701079206937noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8612255949290013608.post-62070554622558065622016-11-02T03:05:16.709-04:002016-11-02T03:05:16.709-04:00Karen,
I just now read this wonderful post. These...Karen,<br />I just now read this wonderful post. These wise and timely words uplifted my spirits, after a very difficult day. I love your advice, I love your book recommendation, and I love your voting policy. Blessings to you, and please keep the encouragement coming.Gentle Mamahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03834132017312592450noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8612255949290013608.post-16597466580865333722016-10-30T19:54:05.194-04:002016-10-30T19:54:05.194-04:00Update :-)
I watched "A Mother's Gift&quo...Update :-)<br />I watched "A Mother's Gift" and while it was similar to the book the story was quite condensed and some details were changed. As usual, the book is better. The movie did spark a good conversation with my teenagers.Kristyn Hallhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12596129414614469667noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8612255949290013608.post-1404916022821885402016-10-30T16:01:23.668-04:002016-10-30T16:01:23.668-04:00Again, thanks for the words of encouragement, Kare...Again, thanks for the words of encouragement, Karen. I am putting those books on my "to get" list, with the hopes of all three of my daughters reading them, and me, too.<br />And I am 100% with you about voting policy. As a Christian, voting for a woman who is pro-death is not an option. Lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13273301456471935137noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8612255949290013608.post-9443083021082446402016-10-29T12:30:11.506-04:002016-10-29T12:30:11.506-04:00Karen, thanks for a lovely article. As a native Ne...Karen, thanks for a lovely article. As a native Nebraskan my mother introduced me to her favorite book, A Lantern In Her Hand, when I was in 8th grade. I have loved Abbie Deal ever since.<br />A book that hasn't been mentioned is The Rim of the Prairie, another favorite of mine. My youngest daughter also enjoys reading Aldrich and hopefully in a few years my granddaughters will too.<br />Huskerbabehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01169124897295455177noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8612255949290013608.post-31470237141875112622016-10-28T11:33:39.775-04:002016-10-28T11:33:39.775-04:00I loved the Latin origin description! How fascinat...I loved the Latin origin description! How fascinating! :) I just LOVED A White Bird Flying, Karen. It took me a bit to get into it, but then it meant so much to me. I read it earlier this year. I will have to read a A Lantern in her Hand now! I have a different Aldrich on my stack right now from the library. So many books, so little time. :) Thanks for another wonderful and interesting post...they are encouraging to me. :) AmyAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11291951073853426272noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8612255949290013608.post-81344419340560020892016-10-28T08:49:13.756-04:002016-10-28T08:49:13.756-04:00Lovely quilt table runner/thingy. Yes, I've re...Lovely quilt table runner/thingy. Yes, I've read Bess Streeter Aldrich many times also. I also enjoy seeing your pictures from the Landis Valley Farm, we went one time many years ago.Instagram.com/melissasnoteshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03389672466065251231noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8612255949290013608.post-48790086336175359262016-10-27T16:29:36.939-04:002016-10-27T16:29:36.939-04:00Thank you once again for this lovely post. My gran...Thank you once again for this lovely post. My grandmother had the book "Lantern In Her Hand" <br />It is in our library. the pink sweater is a beauty. <br /> God Bless<br /> MarionAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8612255949290013608.post-87641065936426862922016-10-26T10:44:30.349-04:002016-10-26T10:44:30.349-04:00Karen, While doing a library system search for the...Karen, While doing a library system search for the books you mention I saw there was a movie made based on _A Lantern in her Hand_ called "A Mother's Gift." Obviously I have not yet seen it but maybe it's a good, family friendly adaptation for families who like prairie type movies. (Even my boys will watch "When Calls the Heart.") :-D<br />As I mentioned to you on Facebook, I appreciate your plain statement of your political convictions. We can endure four years of an unsavory president, but Supreme Court justices have no term limits. <br />Thank you for sharing your creativity. Your autumn table thingy is lovely, and your sweater for Baby E reminds me of Carol and Dora discussing their pinks.<br />God's blessings be yours,<br />KristynKristyn Hallhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12596129414614469667noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8612255949290013608.post-66442696905244413942016-10-26T10:26:03.259-04:002016-10-26T10:26:03.259-04:00I've read both of those Bess Streeter Aldrich ...I've read both of those Bess Streeter Aldrich books and enjoyed them very much. They might be a good winter re-read.<br />Sue R.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8612255949290013608.post-3876149459635760222016-10-26T09:25:38.913-04:002016-10-26T09:25:38.913-04:00"A Lantern in Her Hand" is one of my fav..."A Lantern in Her Hand" is one of my favorite books. I found a lovely vintage copy at a book sale a couple years ago. I remember when I reached the end of the story I couldn't stop crying. Aldrich writes so beautifully, I truly enjoyed her descriptions of the prairie. I also enjoyed her book "Rim of the Prairie" and my mother has recommended I read "Miss Bishop". <br /><br />The sweater you knitted is beautiful! So sweet and cozy. : )Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14970258840708111494noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8612255949290013608.post-29229753816176657462016-10-25T16:19:06.514-04:002016-10-25T16:19:06.514-04:00Karen:
Another beautiful and inspiring post. I do ...Karen:<br />Another beautiful and inspiring post. I do so love to read the thoughts you share with us - reflections like these give me some peace, and happiness. I know its because they come from your sweet spirit, which is so obviously fed by the Holy Spirit. So thank you.<br />Your fall "table thingy" is so pretty! Thank you for sharing that with us! And the new pink cotton cardigan is as sweet as can be. Someone will be having a good Christmas. And that pretty photo of the plate of butter cookies with the late afternoon light on them!! Love.<br />I have not read the two Aldrich books - but I am off right now to order them, because they sound like something I would really enjoy. I often think about certain books I read as a young girl, and the long-lasting impact they have had on my life. <br />Blessings and hugs to you -<br />Teresaseashoreknitshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07313444169419481891noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8612255949290013608.post-76703060880339745932016-10-25T13:06:25.990-04:002016-10-25T13:06:25.990-04:00What a lovely, refreshing post. I'm just getti...What a lovely, refreshing post. I'm just getting ready to begin Christmas Kringling. That's what I call making and preparing things for Christmas gifts. I actually started last month on the 25th with my first Christmas Prep party for the ladies at church—just a dedicated time to work on projects together. Only a couple ladies came. Maybe tonight's party will have more interest. I'm starting with purse tissue holders for friends. They are quick and simple, and I like having a little something to give at Christmas—especially for some of the older single ladies. <br /><br />Your post made me feel good about being home for my family. Thank you. I'm a book reviewer, so I have many books to write about on my blog this fall. I'd like to read A Lantern in Her Hand, but I'll wait awhile. I put it on my wish to read list on Goodreads. I'd really love to read your book, Lessons at Blackberry Inn. I've wanted it for years. Perhaps one day. <br /><br />Be blessed and enjoy this most beautiful of seasons. You've influenced me greatly through your books and writings through the year. Thank you!<br /><br />Laura Lane<br />Harvest Lane Cottage<br />Carthage, MissouriMrs. Laura Lanehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17334381585683324912noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8612255949290013608.post-42682987877509800822016-10-25T13:04:25.195-04:002016-10-25T13:04:25.195-04:00Hello, Karen.
That little pink sweater is a real ...Hello, Karen.<br /><br />That little pink sweater is a real beauty! We have a brand new great-niece who is scheduled to make her arrival sometime around the end of November. I am waiting to meet her before choosing just the right shade of pink yarn so that I can knit a sweater for her. Fun!<br /><br />In a Bible class discussion the other night, our teacher asked about how we move forward when things are uncertain in our lives. A good friend answered, "By taking the next step, whatever that may be." All the next steps help to fit us for our calling. Remembering that Almighty God is already wherever we will be stepping gives us great courage.<br /><br />And just think, eventually all our steps will end at His throne.<br /><br />SusanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com