tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post3073265134488676293..comments2024-03-28T18:43:53.154-07:00Comments on Meditations of my Heart: And the "Hen Award" Goes To . . .Martha Jane Orlandohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-17108726865566989492018-05-31T13:03:10.258-07:002018-05-31T13:03:10.258-07:00Thanks so much for your kind words, Floyd! Yes, I...Thanks so much for your kind words, Floyd! Yes, I think it's the coolest thing to see God's gifts emerging in young ones. It's our job as parents and grandparents to nurture and encourage those.<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-26625400797894630032018-05-31T10:32:42.461-07:002018-05-31T10:32:42.461-07:00That's awesome! Isn't it amazing how early...That's awesome! Isn't it amazing how early in life the gifts God has bestowed on young ones becomes obvious?<br /><br />So thrilled for you as grandparents! <br /><br />She is an absolute beauty inside and out!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17235530824875439189noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-51896412229292437482018-05-29T19:00:56.676-07:002018-05-29T19:00:56.676-07:00Oh, Galen, how your words of affirmation regarding...Oh, Galen, how your words of affirmation regarding Virginia's character touched my heart! And I'm so gratified to hear that you play the "kindness game" with your grandson, reinforcing his innate abilities to channel empathy and love. Sounds to me that he is on the right track via some grandmother inspiration!<br />May God bless your grandchildren and children, and mine!<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-23530195081906434932018-05-29T18:31:12.854-07:002018-05-29T18:31:12.854-07:00That's an award to be proud of!! I sometimes p...That's an award to be proud of!! I sometimes play the "kindness game" with my grandson. He calls me after school, and we talk about the nice things we did to help people that day. It helps him focus on looking for opportunities to be kind. Your granddaughter does not need to play this game. She is already a master.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-86419080703997358342018-05-28T14:23:57.294-07:002018-05-28T14:23:57.294-07:00Oh, she does, Lulu! What a joy it was to spend th...Oh, she does, Lulu! What a joy it was to spend the entire weekend with her; and Mom, of course, loved seeing the both of us. :)<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-24230167457613520612018-05-28T14:22:14.028-07:002018-05-28T14:22:14.028-07:00You are so welcome, Deb! And how exciting to hear...You are so welcome, Deb! And how exciting to hear about Tanner and his caring nature. The Lord has blessed him, and all of you, richly in this. May he always have that sweet spirit!<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-89248931576563876132018-05-28T14:20:50.882-07:002018-05-28T14:20:50.882-07:00Yes, we sure do have lots in common, Jean, the age...Yes, we sure do have lots in common, Jean, the ages of our granddaughters being one of them. Virginia is already excited about third grade and attending VBS with me in a few weeks. Exhausting for me, but oh, so rewarding!<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-13983206034242753082018-05-28T14:19:15.269-07:002018-05-28T14:19:15.269-07:00That's such a good observation, Kim, about the...That's such a good observation, Kim, about the awards - that one certificate might be the only encouragement some children receive - how sad to think about, but if it changes their outlook about themselves and their abilities, how great is that?<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-44218543188146025052018-05-28T14:17:47.283-07:002018-05-28T14:17:47.283-07:00Thank you, Linda, I think she does, too. Virginia...Thank you, Linda, I think she does, too. Virginia is always upbeat and positive, always looking at the bright side of things. May she stay that way, and grow in God's love!<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-17249490403957252002018-05-28T14:16:32.612-07:002018-05-28T14:16:32.612-07:00Oh, yes, Nells, that is my prayer for Virginia, to...Oh, yes, Nells, that is my prayer for Virginia, too! May Jesus be the first love of her life.<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-34663838932137452018-05-28T14:15:44.738-07:002018-05-28T14:15:44.738-07:00Lol, Bill! Yes, we had a great time.
Love and ble...Lol, Bill! Yes, we had a great time.<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-30413483184874746932018-05-28T14:15:19.914-07:002018-05-28T14:15:19.914-07:00We did have safe travels and a marvelous time, Ter...We did have safe travels and a marvelous time, Terri, though it's also good to be home. Yes, can't help but be proud of that Hen Award - Virginia is so deserving!<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-57857113565362057312018-05-27T14:10:00.605-07:002018-05-27T14:10:00.605-07:00What a sweet spirit your grand must have. Nothing...What a sweet spirit your grand must have. Nothing better!<br />Enjoy your time away!<br />Blessings!luluhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11520683067915486215noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-18654432374469127402018-05-27T09:53:06.420-07:002018-05-27T09:53:06.420-07:00Our Tanner just finished first grade. He too is a ...Our Tanner just finished first grade. He too is a care giver. I love seeing that in him. Their smiles and enthusiasm are absolutely day-brighteners, aren't they? Thanks for this sweet peek into your joy, Martha! Deb Wolfhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08401684982173638599noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-43168663881819902032018-05-26T17:19:52.765-07:002018-05-26T17:19:52.765-07:00Congrats to such a sweet granddaughter. I forget ...Congrats to such a sweet granddaughter. I forget she was a second grader - so is my granddaughter Kyla. Or was as school is out now and onto third grade. We do have lots in common!!Jean Wisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06407030126646055880noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-48784790406223577992018-05-26T10:50:24.743-07:002018-05-26T10:50:24.743-07:00Martha, thank you for sharing a snapshot of Virgin...Martha, thank you for sharing a snapshot of Virginia's second grade year. Her teacher sounds like a true encourager! And yes, there seems to be a reward for everything these days. However, that may not be all bad--for some students that may be the only true encouragement they ever receive!<br /><br />May we all care for and encourage others--being the hands and feet of Jesus!<br /><br />Love and blessings!Kim Jollyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08670842504983601263noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-23628659601221899162018-05-26T04:28:44.130-07:002018-05-26T04:28:44.130-07:00your sweet girls shows us what enthusiasm, joy, an...your sweet girls shows us what enthusiasm, joy, and beauty look like!<br /><br />may she be a leader of leaders as she continues to grow!<br /><br />weekend blessings to you all, Martha ...Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02170871743323855687noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-15557244043015342352018-05-25T20:13:52.386-07:002018-05-25T20:13:52.386-07:00I hope she always remains as sweet as you have des...I hope she always remains as sweet as you have described her. She must be a precious girl. I pray for her to remain a Jesus girl throughout her life. Nells Wasilewskihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17344186015959927238noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-46339269795179397222018-05-25T19:18:00.667-07:002018-05-25T19:18:00.667-07:00One things is sure: i can tell you aren't very...One things is sure: i can tell you aren't very proud of Virginia. :) Have a great few days Martha. Bill (cycleguy)https://www.blogger.com/profile/09082407231475058958noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-83382312489064988782018-05-25T18:53:07.989-07:002018-05-25T18:53:07.989-07:00Safe travels!! Virginia is adorable! The Hen Award...Safe travels!! Virginia is adorable! The Hen Award is certainly one to be treasured and proud of. Have a fun weekend as we offer prayers for the souls of those who gave their lives for us to remain free. Terri Dhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15333024343069943295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-56517961642297779732018-05-25T18:35:47.729-07:002018-05-25T18:35:47.729-07:00Thanks so much, Pamela! Yes, the teacher was pret...Thanks so much, Pamela! Yes, the teacher was pretty inventive, but that scripture came immediately to mind upon Virginia's award. I've shared this blog with her, and explained the context of the Scripture, and it has delighted her beyond words. She has loved all the comments here regarding her special status as the Mother Hen. May she serve God well in the years to come!<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-24970021934991291522018-05-25T16:08:51.943-07:002018-05-25T16:08:51.943-07:00What a great award!! I never heard of that one bef...What a great award!! I never heard of that one before, but it is so good. I think that is an award well worth striving for. So glad your sweet Virginia Rose is a Mother Hen type...that is a sweet and kind way to be. Have a wonderful time at your mother's. What a treat!!!!Pamela M. Steinerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04060656432106792419noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-52037287434506090432018-05-25T13:25:42.620-07:002018-05-25T13:25:42.620-07:00I'm glad her photos make you smile, Beckie. T...I'm glad her photos make you smile, Beckie. They have the same effect on me!<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-143261978612034822018-05-25T12:34:44.998-07:002018-05-25T12:34:44.998-07:00Awww, such a sweet girl. I'm happy she was rec...Awww, such a sweet girl. I'm happy she was recognized for her special character trait of taking car of her friends. <br />I always smile when I see pictures of Virginia Rose! Beckie Lindseyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14577965060772418026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-2213939603512362282018-05-25T07:34:03.569-07:002018-05-25T07:34:03.569-07:00Thanks so much for your kind words here, Marla. A...Thanks so much for your kind words here, Marla. And yes, may she continue to walk in her Father's footsteps!<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.com